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1,415 Daycare Centers in Indiana

Browse 1,415 daycare centers across Indiana. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Indiana

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Indiana can make the decision-making process smoother.

Indiana has about 1,415 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Indiana. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Indiana

There are 1,415 daycares in Indiana: 150 headstart facilities, 218 before/after school centers, 107 religious facility daycares, and 940 childcare and preschool centers.

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Primrose School At West Clay
Before or After School Daycare
4.8

Parents consistently praise Primrose School at West Clay for its warm, nurturing environment and caring staff who go above and beyond. Children are reported to thrive academically and emotionally, with strong communication between teachers and families. Leadership, particularly director Kendra Dunagan, is credited with creating a family-like atmosphere where children feel valued as individuals rather than numbers.

Caring and dedicated teachersstrong parent-teacher communicationsafe environment
Address
13096 Moultrie Street, Carmel, IN
Phone
(317) 873-0123
Dolce Daycare And Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
4.8

Dolce Daycare and Preschool in Fishers receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, loving staff, strong communication through the Procare app, and welcoming family-like atmosphere. The facility is noted for its Reggio-inspired learning approach, reasonable fees, and excellent teacher-child relationships.

Caring and loving teachersstrong parent communication via Procare appwelcoming family-like atmosphere
Address
7255 E 116th St, Fishers, IN
Phone
(317) 842-3333
The Journey Church Preschool
Church Daycare
4.8

Note: These reviews are for The Journey Church, a religious facility, not a daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, genuine ministry, diverse congregation, and community service programs. Parents highlight excellent kids and youth ministries, engaging worship services, and supportive pastoral leadership.

welcoming and inclusive communitygenuine pastoral staffdiverse congregation
Address
5250 East U.S. Hwy 36,Suite 430, Avon, IN
Phone
(317) 386-8905
Greater Spirit Of Love Childcare Ministry
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

The few reviews so far describe a church environment with active family-oriented programs and Sunday services at New Horizon, though one parent asks about weekday availability. Feedback highlights a loving atmosphere and dedicated community involvement, but does not provide specific details on childcare operations or staff interactions. No specific complaints regarding childcare quality are mentioned in the available feedback.

loving atmospherefamily-orientedactive community involvement
Address
6116 South Calhoun Street, Fort Wayne, IN
Phone
(260) 744-0074
Mount Pleasant Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Reviewers highlight the center's safe and welcoming environment, noting the staff's genuine care and engagement with children. Parents appreciate the administrators' commitment to quality and recent improvements, with one family expressing sadness at leaving due to relocation.

Safe environmentwelcoming atmospherecaring staff
Address
8900 Baumgart Road, Evansville, IN
Phone
(812) 868-2118
First Presbyterian Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
4.8
Address
512 - 7th Street, Columbus, IN
Phone
(812) 376-6277
Jefferson Brethren Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
4.8

Jefferson Brethren Preschool is a church-based program in Goshen, Indiana that receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Reviewers praise the caring staff, welcoming atmosphere, and quality of the before and after school care programs. The facility is also noted for community support services including a food pantry.

caring and dedicated staffwelcoming and friendly environmentquality before and after school programs
Address
58915 State Road 15, Goshen, IN
Phone
(574) 533-1121
Countryside Child Care Center L.L.C.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Countryside Child Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents across all 10 reviews, with families highlighting the caring staff, clean facility, and developmental learning opportunities. Parents express strong loyalty, with some driving long distances and enrolling multiple children over many years. The center is noted for its flexibility with scheduling and responsive communication with families.

caring and kind staffclean facilityeducational activities and learning outcomes
Address
3980 N. Walnut St., Muncie, IN
Phone
(765) 289-2222
Angels On High
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Angels on High is a center-based preschool and daycare in Muncie, Indiana with overwhelmingly positive feedback. Parents praise the caring teachers, developmental activities, and daily communication through photos and updates. One parent reported concerns about staff turnover, lack of structure, and administrative issues during their 5-month enrollment.

caring and loving teachersage-appropriate hands-on activitiesdaily photo updates and communication
Address
219 South High Street, Muncie, IN
Phone
(765) 216-7919
Learn A Lot Christian Ministry INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents highlight the school's strong academic focus, noting that children learn to read early and memorize Bible verses. Reviewers appreciate the supportive staff and safe environment, with one parent specifically noting positive outcomes for a child with special needs.

early literacy skillsBible memorizationsupportive and kind staff
Address
12150 North Rooker Road, Mooresville, IN
Phone
(317) 831-3142
Greater Works Childcare Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

One parent describes a positive experience with the staff and care for their son, while another review simply labels the location as a great church. No specific complaints regarding childcare quality are mentioned in the limited feedback available.

Staff carepositive experience for childrenpositive church environment
Address
5125 Hohman Avenue, Hammond, IN
Phone
(219) 852-0677
Wee Creations Ministries
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

One parent reports a great educational experience for their children and highly recommends the center. No specific concerns or complaints were noted in the available feedback.

educational experiencehighly recommended
Address
355 East State Road 120, Fremont, IN
Phone
(260) 495-6162
Momentum Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Momentum Daycare in Crown Point is a new, Christ-centered childcare facility operated by a church. Parents consistently praise the friendly and welcoming staff who prioritize child safety and genuinely care about each child's wellbeing.

friendly and welcoming staffsafe environmentChrist-centered approach
Address
2200 North Main Street, Crown Point, IN
Phone
(219) 779-9104
Cherie'S Garden In The Gates
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Cherie's Garden receives universally positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, child development, and welcoming environment. Parents report their children are excited to attend, form strong bonds with teachers, and arrive at kindergarten well-prepared. The facility is noted for responsive communication, flexibility with scheduling, and creating a safe, nurturing atmosphere.

Caring and dedicated staffstrong parent-child bonds with teachersexcellent child development and academic preparation
Address
10750 Arbor Lane, St. John, IN
Phone
(219) 365-9700
Community Preschool And Childcare
Before or After School Daycare
4.8

Community Preschool and Childcare in Hammond, Indiana receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting the staff's genuine care, warm atmosphere, strong curriculum, and individualized attention to each child. Parents report high confidence in their children's safety and development at the facility.

Passionate and caring staffwarm and welcoming atmospherestrong curriculum
Address
7320 Northcote Avenue, Hammond, IN
Phone
(219) 844-3030
Tiny Tots & Dots Learning Ministry
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Tiny Tots & Dots Learning Ministry receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, nurturing environment and professional staff led by owner Ms. China Murphy. Parents highlight strong communication, developmental support, structured activities, and a warm, family-oriented atmosphere where children feel valued and excited to learn.

Patient and caring staffsafe and nurturing environmentconsistent communication with parents
Address
6701 Oaklandon Road, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 452-5271
Annunciation Catholic Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Annunciation Catholic Montessori School operates within a highly regarded Catholic parish in Brazil, Indiana. Reviews praise the facility and community for their welcoming atmosphere, beautiful historic church, and strong commitment to faith and community service. The school is noted as the first Montessori option in the area.

Friendly and polite staffbeautiful historic church with traditional liturgyactive sacramental life
Address
19 North Alabama Street, Brazil, IN
Phone
(812) 448-1901
Immanuel Lutheran Child Care Ministry
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

No parent reviews of the daycare center were found. The reviews provided are for Immanuel Lutheran Church, not the child care ministry specifically. All reviews praise the church's worship services, pastors, and community atmosphere.

None mentioned for the daycare center
Address
605 South Walnut Street, Seymour, IN
Phone
(812) 522-3118
Our Place Child Care Ministry
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

One parent describes the center as outstanding and safe, highlighting caring staff, clean classrooms, and excellent communication, while another offers a brief positive note about the staff. The few reviews so far mention individualized attention and a balance of structure and creativity, though no specific complaints are detailed beyond the lower overall rating.

caring and patient staffsafe and nurturing environmentclean and organized classrooms
Address
5200 North Shadeland Avenue, Lawrence, IN
Phone
(317) 542-5285
The Tot Spot Early Education Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

The Tot Spot Early Education Academy receives universal 5-star praise from parents who highlight the caring, energetic staff, clean facility, and strong sense of community. Parents consistently report their children are happy, engaged, and developing well, with excellent communication between teachers and families. The locally-owned center is recognized for its dedication to both child safety and early learning development.

Caring and dedicated staffstrong parent-t
Address
11540 Fishers Dr, Fishers, IN
Phone
(317) 849-3235
Trinity Wesleyan Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Trinity Wesleyan Child Care receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the loving and engaged staff, safe environment, and Christian-centered approach to childcare. Parents report seeing developmental progress in their children and feeling supported by responsive leadership. One parent raised concerns about inadequate handling of a biting incident.

Caring and experienced staffChristian environmentdevelopmental progress observed
Address
9709 Allisonville Road, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 849-9551
Promiseland Adventures
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Promiseland Adventures is a faith-based daycare center in Indianapolis with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the caring, dedicated staff, clean facility, strong Christian values education, and family-oriented atmosphere. The center provides regular parent communication through daily updates, photos, and videos.

Caring and dedicated staffChristian/faith-based curriculumclean facility
Address
2901 North Post Road, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 895-7721
Crossroads Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
4.7

Reviews praise Crossroads Preschool for its welcoming community atmosphere, well-designed children's areas with strong security, and engaging activities. Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, friendly staff, and inclusive environment. However, most reviews focus on the church and recovery program aspects rather than daycare-specific services.

Indoor and outdoor playgroundswell-designed children's roomssecurity measures
Address
57415 Alpha Dr, Goshen, IN
Phone
(574) 606-7718
Little Scholars
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

The reviews provided are not about the daycare itself, but rather about a Methodist church that sponsors Little Scholars Pre-School. The church receives consistent praise for its welcoming atmosphere, contemporary worship style, and community focus on young families.

Welcoming and inclusive environmentcontemporary music and worshipfriendly congregation
Address
8116 West Jackson Street, Muncie, IN
Phone
(765) 405-1296
Jam Early Education
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

JAM Early Education in Garrett receives consistently high praise from parents and members. Reviews highlight the clean, well-maintained facility, caring and encouraging staff, quality early learning programs, and diverse amenities including a pool with lifeguards, fitness classes, and recreational activities. Parents report their children have flourished in the early learning program and appreciate the welcoming, family-oriented community atmosphere.

Clean and well-organized facilityknowledgeable and caring teachersearly learning program quality
Address
1200 East Houston Street, Garrett, IN
Phone
(260) 357-1917
First Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents highlight the friendly staff, high-tech security, and amenities like an indoor gym and free parent nights out. One reviewer noted that communication between morning and afternoon shifts can be inconsistent and that website pricing information appears outdated.

friendly staffhigh-tech securityindoor gym
Address
939 South Wisconsin Street, Hobart, IN
Phone
(219) 942-7566
Lovefeast Day Care Ministry
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Reviews are not relevant to daycare services. The facility appears to be primarily a church (Love Feast COGIC) rather than a daycare center, with reviews focusing on church membership, pastoral leadership, and spiritual experiences rather than childcare quality or programs.

Welcoming and inclusive communitycompassionate pastor and staffspiritual environment
Address
2456 Chase Street, Gary, IN
Phone
(219) 944-8729
Fairview Missionary Church Day Care Ministry
Church Daycare
4.7

Fairview Missionary Church Day Care Ministry receives consistently positive feedback from visitors and families. Parents and attendees praise the welcoming staff, quality facilities, and emphasis on spiritual growth and discipleship. The church offers diverse programs and activities for all ages in a clean, well-managed environment.

Friendly and caring staffwelcoming atmosphereinteractive age-specific programs
Address
525 East 200 North, Angola, IN
Phone
(260) 665-8573
Lighthouse Daycare Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
4.7

Lighthouse Daycare Preschool is highly regarded by reviewers, with most praising it as a welcoming, Bible-based facility with strong community involvement. Parents appreciate the caring staff, various programs for children of all ages, and the center's commitment to helping those in need through food pantry services and community outreach.

Friendly and passionate staffBible-based educationprograms for all ages
Address
5392 State Highway 67, Gosport, IN
Phone
(812) 879-4369
Southwest Church Of Christ Daycare Ministry
Church Daycare
4.7

One parent highlights the daycare as the best in the Fort Wayne area, praising the dedicated staff and loving, family-like atmosphere. Another reviewer mentions the facility's welcome and abundance of love, while a third notes the helpful use of church facilities for family events.

loving and caring staffwelcoming atmospherefeels like family
Address
5500 Ardmore Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN
Phone
(260) 478-7461

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1,415 all daycares across Indiana. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Indiana are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Indiana's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Indiana, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Indiana sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Indiana vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.