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Best Daycare Centers in Richmond, IN

Compare 10 daycare centers in Richmond. Average rating: 4.34/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Richmond, Indiana at a glance

Daycares
10
Avg rating
4.34/5
Parent reviews
31
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Richmond has 10 licensed daycares with 31 parent reviews averaging 4.34/5.The largest concentration is in 47374 with 10 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Richmond

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.

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    Oak Park Early Learning Academy
    3.76 score
    3.7(20)

    1920 Chester Boulevard, Richmond, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Oak Park Early Learning Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, attentive staff and nurturing learning environment. Parents appreciate the clean, well-organized facility, strong communication through the Brightwheel app, and comprehensive programming from infants through pre-K. The center has earned Level 3 accreditation from INAEYC and maintains a family-oriented atmosphere.

    caring and invested staffclean and organized facilitystrong parent communicationBrightwheel app updates with photos

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Richmond

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Richmond, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.17avg rating
6 daycares · 4 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
4 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Richmond zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
4737410
4.34
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Richmond (22–120 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Richmond based on parent reviews

Richmond Day Nursery

5(1)

300 North 10th Street, Richmond, IN

One parent highlights the center as one of the best options in Richmond, noting that their daughter enjoyed attending despite the family moving away. The review specifically praises the owner, Christy, for being nice, sweet, and caring toward the children.

Excellent qualitycaring and sweet ownerhappy children

Noah'S Ark Day Care

4.3(4)

131 Nw 8th Street, Richmond, IN

Multiple parents describe a highly recommended, family-oriented program that successfully prepares children for kindergarten and maintains long-term relationships with graduates. In contrast, one parent reports a negative experience involving overcrowded classrooms, poor hygiene, and aggressive staff behavior.

long-term relationships with graduateseffective kindergarten preparationfriendly staff

Caeci Early Head Start

5

1900 South L Street, Richmond, IN

Central Childcare

3.7(2)

1425 East Main, Richmond, IN

One parent highlights reassuring and caring staff who facilitate daily learning of colors, shapes, letters, and numbers through repetition. Another review notes that the center was the first option where they felt safe leaving their baby.

reassuring and caring staffdaily learning of colorsshapes

Oak Park Early Learning Academy

3.7(20)

1920 Chester Boulevard, Richmond, IN

Oak Park Early Learning Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, attentive staff and nurturing learning environment. Parents appreciate the clean, well-organized facility, strong communication through the Brightwheel app, and comprehensive programming from infants through pre-K. The center has earned Level 3 accreditation from INAEYC and maintains a family-oriented atmosphere.

caring and invested staffclean and organized facilitystrong parent communication

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Daycare types in Richmond

Child Daycare & Preschools 6Headstart Programs 4

Daycare Centers in Richmond, Indiana

There are 10 daycare centers in Richmond, Indiana. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Richmond have an average rating of 4.34 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 40% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 31 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Richmond, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in Richmond

Showing 10 results

Richmond Day Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the center as one of the best options in Richmond, noting that their daughter enjoyed attending despite the family moving away. The review specifically praises the owner, Christy, for being nice, sweet, and caring toward the children.

Excellent qualitycaring and sweet ownerhappy children
Address
300 North 10th Street, Richmond, IN
Phone
(765) 966-1238
Caeci Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
5
Address
1900 South L Street, Richmond, IN
Phone
(765) 935-3509
Noah'S Ark Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Multiple parents describe a highly recommended, family-oriented program that successfully prepares children for kindergarten and maintains long-term relationships with graduates. In contrast, one parent reports a negative experience involving overcrowded classrooms, poor hygiene, and aggressive staff behavior.

long-term relationships with graduateseffective kindergarten preparationfriendly staff
Address
131 Nw 8th Street, Richmond, IN
Phone
(765) 962-8869
Oak Park Early Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Oak Park Early Learning Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, attentive staff and nurturing learning environment. Parents appreciate the clean, well-organized facility, strong communication through the Brightwheel app, and comprehensive programming from infants through pre-K. The center has earned Level 3 accreditation from INAEYC and maintains a family-oriented atmosphere.

caring and invested staffclean and organized facilitystrong parent communication
Address
1920 Chester Boulevard, Richmond, IN
Phone
(765) 488-2626
Central Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

One parent highlights reassuring and caring staff who facilitate daily learning of colors, shapes, letters, and numbers through repetition. Another review notes that the center was the first option where they felt safe leaving their baby.

reassuring and caring staffdaily learning of colorsshapes
Address
1425 East Main, Richmond, IN
Phone
(765) 373-3108
Brownies Play House
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
56 Nw H Street, Richmond, IN
Phone
(765) 373-8156
Diplomas INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
380 Hub Etchison Pkwy, Richmond, IN
Phone
(765) 973-3469
Masonic Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
1750 South 5th Street, Richmond, IN
Phone
(765) 962-4013
C.A.E.C.I. Head Start #1
Headstart Programs

Several parents highlight the staff's patience and helpfulness, noting that the Head Start programs are excellent. However, one reviewer criticizes the lack of two-way communication, stating that staff do not return emails or calls and require in-person visits for information.

awesome programsgreat with childrenpatient staff
Address
1845 West Main Street, Richmond, IN
Phone
(765) 966-7733
Sadia Hodgkin Center Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
904 North 13th Street, Richmond, IN
Phone
(765) 935-3058

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Frequently asked questions

There are 10 all daycares in Richmond, Indiana. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Richmond have an average Google rating of 4.34 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 40% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Richmond, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Indiana's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Indiana)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Richmond offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 4 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Indiana typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Richmond for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Richmond must be licensed by Indiana's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.