
Compare 346 daycare centers in Indianapolis. Average rating: 4.23/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Indianapolis has 346 licensed daycares with 2,334 parent reviews averaging 4.23/5.107 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 48% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 46236 (avg 4.84 stars), while 46219 has the largest selection (22 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.
4980 West 10th Street, Indianapolis, IN · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise the Enriched Before and After School Program for exceptional care and engagement. Staff members, particularly Rosa and Esmeralda, are highly regarded for treating children with individual attention, providing educational enrichment, and fostering strong relationships. Children reportedly enjoy attending and parents appreciate the affordable pricing and comprehensive programming.
8736 East 21st Street, Indianapolis, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Perfected Child Care Ministry receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the staff's nurturing approach, clean facilities, and strong educational curriculum. Parents consistently report feeling confident leaving their children in the center's care and note significant developmental progress and school readiness. Multiple reviewers describe the staff as family-like and commend the facility's safety measures and communication with families.
9111 North Haverstick Road, Indianapolis, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
These reviews do not appear to be for a daycare center, but rather for a co-working space and café called The Neighborhood. Reviewers consistently praise the clean, quiet, spacious environment with excellent amenities for remote work and meetings. Staff and beverages receive particular acclaim.
5023 North Shadeland Avenue, Indianapolis, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children
A GIFTED & TALENTED CHILD DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY INC. receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting exceptional staff, particularly teachers Ms. Tamika, Ms. Dee Dee, Ms. Keisha, Mrs. Jenn, and Ms. Jazmyn. Parents report their children are excited to attend, experience strong academic growth, and benefit from a caring, nurturing environment that feels like family.
7615 Oaklandon Road, Indianapolis, IN · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 150 children
Primrose School of Geist in Indianapolis receives exceptional feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and professional staff, strong communication, safe environment, and quality educational programming. Families report high satisfaction across infant, toddler, and pre-K classrooms.
777 East 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Cuddle Kiddies Childcare Academy receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, family-like atmosphere, and strong academic preparation. Children show notable developmental progress in academics, social skills, and confidence. Parents report high satisfaction with the facility's curriculum and staff professionalism.
3333 North Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
St. Nicholas Early Learning Inc. receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the attentive, caring teachers who build genuine relationships with children, maintain strong communication through daily updates and photos, and create a welcoming, diverse community environment.
6321 La Pas Trail, Indianapolis, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Westside Little Wonders receives consistently high praise from parents for its professional, caring staff and school-like educational approach. Parents highlight the director's leadership, warm environment, and excellent communication throughout the day. Children show strong attachment to staff and developmental progress.
4240 N Franklin Rd Ste, #108, Indianapolis, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 38 children
Rising Stars Early Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who describe the staff as caring, attentive, and nurturing. Parents highlight the welcoming environment, strong communication through daily updates, and the genuine bond between teachers and children. Multiple families report long-term enrollment spanning years, with children excited to attend daily.
2902 East 46th Street, Indianapolis, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Rising Stars Childcare Academy receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and welcoming environment. Parents consistently report their children are happy and excited to attend, with strong communication through daily updates and photos. The facility is trusted for long-term care, with some families having attended for over a decade.
Based on 225 daycares with Google ratings in Indianapolis
Top qualities mentioned across 2,334 reviews, analyzed by AI
Average ratings by facility type in Indianapolis, based on parent reviews
Indianapolis zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46236 | 13 | 4.84 | 5 | |
| 46240 | 7 | 4.7 | 4 | |
| 46268 | 13 | 4.66 | 7 | |
| 46208 | 11 | 4.56 | 7 | |
| 46260 | 12 | 4.47 | 5 | |
| 46219 | 22 | 4.47 | 11 | |
| 46241 | 6 | 4.46 | 2 | |
| 46220 | 18 | 4.34 | 4 | |
| 46234 | 6 | 4.33 | 2 | |
| 46202 | 6 | 4.32 | 2 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in Indianapolis (20–480 children)
Small
up to 30 children
6
Medium
31–75 children
27
Large
76–150 children
65
Very Large
150+ children
47
Highest rated daycares in Indianapolis based on parent reviews
4980 West 10th Street, Indianapolis, IN
Parents consistently praise the Enriched Before and After School Program for exceptional care and engagement. Staff members, particularly Rosa and Esmeralda, are highly regarded for treating children with individual attention, providing educational enrichment, and fostering strong relationships. Children reportedly enjoy attending and parents appreciate the affordable pricing and comprehensive programming.
8736 East 21st Street, Indianapolis, IN
Perfected Child Care Ministry receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the staff's nurturing approach, clean facilities, and strong educational curriculum. Parents consistently report feeling confident leaving their children in the center's care and note significant developmental progress and school readiness. Multiple reviewers describe the staff as family-like and commend the facility's safety measures and communication with families.
9111 North Haverstick Road, Indianapolis, IN
These reviews do not appear to be for a daycare center, but rather for a co-working space and café called The Neighborhood. Reviewers consistently praise the clean, quiet, spacious environment with excellent amenities for remote work and meetings. Staff and beverages receive particular acclaim.
5023 North Shadeland Avenue, Indianapolis, IN
A GIFTED & TALENTED CHILD DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY INC. receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting exceptional staff, particularly teachers Ms. Tamika, Ms. Dee Dee, Ms. Keisha, Mrs. Jenn, and Ms. Jazmyn. Parents report their children are excited to attend, experience strong academic growth, and benefit from a caring, nurturing environment that feels like family.
7615 Oaklandon Road, Indianapolis, IN
Primrose School of Geist in Indianapolis receives exceptional feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and professional staff, strong communication, safe environment, and quality educational programming. Families report high satisfaction across infant, toddler, and pre-K classrooms.
777 East 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN
Cuddle Kiddies Childcare Academy receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, family-like atmosphere, and strong academic preparation. Children show notable developmental progress in academics, social skills, and confidence. Parents report high satisfaction with the facility's curriculum and staff professionalism.
Parents searching for childcare in Indianapolis will find 346 facilities to explore, ranging from independent homes to larger centers. Reviews consistently highlight clean environments and safe spaces where children genuinely enjoy attending. For those prioritizing high ratings, the 46236 zip code stands out with a strong average score across its local options.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Indianapolis have an average rating of 4.23 out of 5 across 225 rated facilities, with 48% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.41 stars. Our analysis covers 2,334 parent reviews. Parents in Indianapolis most frequently praise daycares for clean facility, safe environment, and children enjoy attending.
When choosing a daycare in Indianapolis, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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One parent highlights the program's ability to help a child with separation anxiety through caring teachers who know every student and authorized pickup person. Another review describes the facility as a welcoming spiritual home for a congregation, though it does not detail specific childcare services.
Parents highlight a safe, clean, and nurturing environment with a strong emphasis on education and faith. Reviewers appreciate the teachers' individualized attention, modern security measures, and excellent communication through daily updates and photos. The convenient location and professional staff are also noted as significant benefits.
Perfected Child Care Ministry receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the staff's nurturing approach, clean facilities, and strong educational curriculum. Parents consistently report feeling confident leaving their children in the center's care and note significant developmental progress and school readiness. Multiple reviewers describe the staff as family-like and commend the facility's safety measures and communication with families.
Reviewers describe Leaps & Bounds Christian Daycare as a warm, affordable, and faith-based environment where staff are dedicated to providing nurturing care. Parents highlight the beautiful learning spaces and high operational standards, expressing confidence in entrusting their children to the program.
Parents highlight the nurturing teachers and strong academic preparation for kindergarten, noting significant improvements in literacy, fine motor skills, and confidence. Reviewers also emphasize the affordable pricing and positive social environment, with one noting their child's enjoyment of attending. The few reviews so far mention no specific complaints.
One parent describes a nurturing experience for a child aged 1 to nearly 3, highlighting structured activities, outdoor play, and weekly art and music sessions. The reviewer emphasizes the close-knit community and attentive staff, noting specific details like lipstick on cheeks as evidence of care.
Parents highlight the facility as a welcoming, extended family environment where staff are friendly and attentive to children from infancy through early childhood. Reviewers appreciate the comprehensive meal service and the high quality of educational outcomes, such as reading readiness. One family notes the deep personal support provided by the staff, including emotional care during health crises.
Reviewers describe the center as a close-knit family environment where staff are friendly and helpful to everyone. One long-time attendee notes personal nostalgia for the program, while others emphasize the deep commitment the staff show toward the children.
Mt. Zion's Loving Day Care Ministry receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the facility's cleanliness, professional and caring staff, and warm, safe atmosphere. Parents highlight the center's use of the Beka Curriculum, educational approach, and long-term quality of care that supports children's growth and development.
One parent who attended this center as a child describes it as a nice and wonderful place for children. They note that students are taken care of by good hands, encouraging others to enroll.
One parent highlights the facility as a nice church with ample parking. No specific details regarding childcare quality, staff, or programs are provided in the available feedback.
One parent highlights significant growth in their son's intelligence and expresses strong affection for the teaching staff. The reviewer notes that their child enjoys attending and appreciates the positive interactions with teachers.
Parents highlight the center's staff as passionate and caring, with one noting that teachers treat children as their own. Another review praises the overall atmosphere, citing supportive teachers, security, and administration.
One parent expresses strong satisfaction with the program, simply stating that they love it. This single positive endorsement highlights a high level of enthusiasm for the center.
One parent describes the center as having an amazing leadership team and a safe location where their daughter enjoys waking up to see her teachers and classmates. The reviewer highlights that the staff provides great care through fun learning activities and gifts, while also supporting families in need. The few reviews so far mention positive impacts on the child and a strong sense of community within the program.
One parent highlights that staff are very good with all children, noting they feel safe leaving their two-year-old twins there and appreciate the helpful resources. The second review is too brief to determine specific feedback.
One parent expresses strong satisfaction with the staff and their child's enjoyment, though they note a minor operational delay regarding staff availability at the door. The feedback highlights a positive experience despite initial skepticism about childcare arrangements.
Parents highlight the program's success in fostering independence, academic advancement, and self-confidence through a nurturing, individualized Montessori approach. While the curriculum and dedicated staff receive high praise, one reviewer noted disappointment regarding unexpected closures.
One parent highlights Ms. Heather and her staff as wonderful and describes the experience as a blessing. The single review provided offers a positive perspective without noting any drawbacks.
One parent describes the staff as wonderful, professional, and kind, while another highlights the facility as a 'diamond in the rough' despite its location. A third review notes multi-generational attendance with high satisfaction, and a fourth simply labels it the best daycare ever.
One parent describes the staff as excellent, warm, and loving, noting significant maturity gains in their son since enrollment in March. This single review highlights a highly positive experience with the childcare providers.
One parent highlights the facility's cleanliness, welcoming atmosphere, and appealing food, while another notes the staff's friendliness and the owner's involvement over a multi-year enrollment. A third review mentions a long-standing positive relationship with the center.
Westside Little Wonders receives consistently high praise from parents for its professional, caring staff and school-like educational approach. Parents highlight the director's leadership, warm environment, and excellent communication throughout the day. Children show strong attachment to staff and developmental progress.
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