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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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Covenant Christian Early Learning Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise Covenant Christian Early Learning Place for exceptional, professional care and a warm, family-like environment. Staff are described as caring, attentive, and well-trained, with strong communication and age-appropriate learning activities. Children show measurable developmental progress and genuine affection for the facility.

Professional and caring staffsafe environmentclean facilities
Address
2451 South Walnut Street Pike, Bloomington, IN
Phone
(812) 331-1907
Rainbow Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Rainbow Child Care Center in Warsaw receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews highlight the caring and experienced staff, effective communication through their app, and developmental focus on cognitive, social, and physical skills. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared for, and excited to attend.

Patient and supportive staffeffective parent communication via app and in-personstructured lesson plans and developmental activities
Address
62 Capital Dr, Warsaw, IN
Phone
(833) 905-3276
Covenant Christian Early Learning Place
Church Daycare
4.1

Covenant Christian Early Learning Place in Franklin, Indiana receives unanimous praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring, professional staff, safe environment, strong educational foundation, and family-like atmosphere. The facility is noted for maintaining high standards, excellent communication with families, and exceptional care for children with diverse needs.

Professional and caring staffsafe environmentclean facilities
Address
5557 East State Road 44, Franklin, IN
Phone
(812) 331-1907
Trinity Children'S Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

One parent highlights the bilingual church setting, welcoming Latino community, and family-oriented spaces, while another offers a brief positive note. A separate review strongly criticizes the center for lacking inclusivity for Black children and children of color, explicitly stating they would not recommend the facility.

bilingual servicesLatino community integrationfamily-friendly environment
Address
8540 East 16th Street, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 897-0243
Kids First
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise Kids First for its warm, caring staff and safe, clean environment. Children are well-prepared for school and parents report feeling confident leaving their kids in this facility's care. The daycare offers reasonable pricing and maintains strong communication with families.

caring and warm staffclean facilityexcellent preschool preparation
Address
2780 Charlestown Road, New Albany, IN
Phone
(812) 944-7777
Discovery Time II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Discovery Time II receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, personalized attention, and engaging activities. Parents highlight the facility's ability to balance a large center feel with small daycare warmth, comprehensive programming including summer camp and family events, and convenient app-based communication. Multiple families report long-term enrollment and high satisfaction with their children's experiences.

Kind and caring staffpersonalized attention to childrenengaging activities and summer programming
Address
4010 Discovery Court, New Albany, IN
Phone
(812) 944-7529
Discovery Time II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Discovery Time II is highly praised by parents for its caring staff, personalized attention to children, and engaging activities. Parents appreciate the small daycare feel despite its larger size, organized programming including themed summer camps, and convenient app-based communication. Multiple families report long-term enrollment and would recommend the facility.

Kind and attentive staffpersonalized careengaging activities and summer camp programming with field trips
Address
4000 Discovery Court, New Albany, IN
Phone
(812) 944-7529
Carey Services Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.1

Reviews are primarily positive about Carey Services' programs and community involvement, with parents and community members praising their work with the disabled community. However, most reviews focus on the organization's broader services rather than the Early Head Start daycare specifically. One negative review addresses a parking/traffic management issue unrelated to childcare.

good work with disabled communitydiverse services and opportunitieson-site restaura
Address
2724 S Carey Street, Marion, IN
Phone
(765) 668-8961
Logansport Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

One parent describes the staff as chill and nice, though they report being kicked out of the parking lot. Another review cites rude and unprofessional behavior from a staff member named Deb Baker during an application inquiry.

chill staffnice environment
Address
201 Burlington Ave, Logansport, IN
Phone
(574) 516-1616
The Arc Of Evansville Child Life Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

The Arc of Evansville Child Life Center is highly regarded for serving adults with disabilities through their day program. Parents and families praise the caring staff, clean facility, and positive impact on participants' social engagement and well-being. The organization is recognized as a valuable community resource.

Amazing and caring staffclean well-maintained facilitystrong music therapy program
Address
615 West Virginia Street, Evansville, IN
Phone
(812) 428-5433
Daystar Infant Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Daystar Infant Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with reviewers emphasizing trustworthiness, quality care, and loving staff across multiple years of enrollment. Parents highlight the center's cleanliness, professional environment, and positive impact on child development, with one external speech therapist also endorsing it as 'the best daycare I've ever seen.'

Trustworthy staffloving and caring teachershigh-quality infant care
Address
57 N Rural St, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 261-0831
Day Early Learning - Iu Health
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Day Early Learning - IU Health receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the friendly staff, good communication, and kindergarten preparation. However, some recent concerns have emerged regarding app communication consistency, child hygiene/appearance, and organizational policy changes that have reduced extracurricular opportunities.

Friendly and exceptional staffregular communication with parents via app and updateschildren well-prepared for kindergarten
Address
2140 Boulevard Place, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 283-3838
Rainbow Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise Rainbow Child Development Center (now operating as KinderCare) for its caring and interactive staff, strong communication through the app with regular updates and photos, and safe, nurturing environment. The facility is noted for significant improvements since transitioning to KinderCare management, with particular recognition for Director Tiana/Stephanie Fischer's leadership and the dedication of individual teachers.

Caring and friendly staffeffective communication via app with photos and activity updateschildren enjoy attending and form friendships
Address
8259 Clearvista Parkway, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 598-4300
Children First Learning Center Foundation
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise Children First Learning Center for exceptional teacher care, strong academic instruction, and welcoming environment. Children show advanced learning outcomes including early reading and writing skills. Multiple families have enrolled siblings and recommend the center highly.

Caring and patient teachersstrong academic curriculum including early literacy and math skillsexcellent communication with parents
Address
807 Merrillville Road, Crown Point, IN
Phone
(219) 663-3678
Children First Learning Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise Children First Learning Center for exceptional teacher care, strong educational outcomes, and safe facilities. Children show significant academic progress from infancy through pre-K, and parents report feeling confident in their children's wellbeing and development.

Caring and patient teachersstrong academic learning and skill developmentexcellent communication with parents
Address
815 Merrillville Rd., Crown Point, IN
Phone
(219) 663-3678
Rosie'S Tiny Tots Daycare Ministry
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Rosie's Tiny Tots Daycare Ministry receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a family-oriented facility with excellent communication and educational focus. Parents highlight the welcoming environment, professional staff, and effective use of the BrightWheel app for updates. The center is noted for its spiritual approach, inclusive practices, and long-standing reputation in the community.

Strong parent-staff communicationsafety protocols (check-in/check-out system)educational curriculum (writing
Address
3764 North Leland Avenue, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 547-4720
Acts Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

A few parents describe ACTS Academy as a caring and educational environment where staff treat children like family, while one reviewer criticizes the facility as a money-hungry church.

Amazing educationstaff are personable and genuinely care about childrenteachers go above and beyond
Address
3740 South Dearborn, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 786-2287
Fountain - Warren Head Start
Headstart Programs
4

Parents express high satisfaction with the facility's management and staff quality, with one reviewer describing the place as well-run and another praising the people. However, a single negative comment alleges dishonesty from a bus driver.

well managedhighly recommendedamazing staff
Address
1327 2nd Street, Covington, IN
Phone
(765) 793-0473
Auntie Mame'S Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent highlights the center as an excellent choice that provides a safe, trusting environment and effectively teaches infants. Conversely, another review criticizes the facility for poor hygiene standards, including infants arriving soiled, missing children, and current operations being halted due to mold.

safe environmenttrusting atmosphereeffective teaching for infants
Address
3120 North Emerson Avenue, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 547-3551
Windsor Village West Head Start And Early Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
4

One parent describes the staff as nice and respectful, creating a family-like atmosphere, while another criticizes inconsistent operating hours and strict late-pickup policies. A third reviewer expresses frustration over a year-long waitlist and poor administrative service.

nice teachersrespectful staffclean environment
Address
5950 East 23rd Street, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 803-4654
Finding Me Now
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Finding Me Now receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple Indianapolis locations. Parents highlight the caring, dedicated staff, safe environment, and family-like atmosphere. Children show developmental progress and parents report feeling confident and at ease leaving their children in the center's care.

Caring and kind staffsafe environmentstrong communication
Address
2601 E Stop 11 Rd, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 851-8398
Little Friends Of God International Child Care Ministry ( Little Friends)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Little Friends is highly regarded by most parents for its caring staff, clean facilities, reasonable pricing, and family-oriented approach. However, significant communication issues have been reported by some parents, with non-functional phone numbers and difficulty reaching the daycare in emergencies.

Well-trained and nice teachersclean facilityreasonable prices
Address
8350 Ditch Road, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 228-9980
Hope Daycare And Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
4

One parent highlights the staff as wonderful and caring, noting the environment is clean, safe, and very affordable. Conversely, another visitor reported a negative experience during a walk-through, describing a chaotic setting where a crying toddler was ignored by staff without comfort or attention.

wonderful teacherscaring staffclean environment
Address
5110 Commerce Square Drive Ste. D, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 884-9259
Kid-N-Play Childcare Ministry
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Kid-N-Play Childcare Ministry receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, educational focus on kindergarten preparation, quality meals, and child development. However, two negative reviews cite unprofessional staff behavior, enrollment fee disputes, and facility cleanliness concerns.

caring and loving staffkindergarten preparation focusregular parent communication
Address
6370 West 37th Street, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 986-6714
In His Arms Child Care Ministry
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

In His Arms Child Care Ministry receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, loving staff and comfortable environment. Parents report their children are learning, developing well, and thriving socially. One negative review mentions concerns about feeding practices and staff rudeness.

Caring and loving staffchildren feel comfortable and safestrong learning and development
Address
415 South Shortridge Road, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 357-3711
United Day Care Center Of Delaware Co. INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

United Day Care Center of Delaware Co. receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, well-trained staff and welcoming environment. Parents highlight the center's educational approach, support for children with special needs, and strong communication with families. Children are reported to enjoy attending and feel safe and loved.

Friendly and patient staffeducational curriculumsupport for children with autism and special needs
Address
312 South Vine Street, Muncie, IN
Phone
(765) 282-1742
Garrett-Keyser-Butler Head Start Butler Center
Headstart Programs
4

One parent highlights the school's strong emphasis on character development and responsible citizenship, noting satisfaction with the education of heart, mind, and body for multiple grandchildren. While another graduate expresses intent to reuse the program for their own children, a current student reports a negative experience with peers and staff.

character developmentstrong relationshipsfocus on responsible citizenship
Address
1025 S. Broadway St, Butler, IN
Phone
(260) 868-5589
Woodland Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents consistently praise Woodland Child Development Center for its clean, welcoming environment, caring and attentive staff, and quality educational programming. Reviewers highlight the center's focus on child development, safety, and strong communication with parents. Multiple families have enrolled children for extended periods, indicating high satisfaction and trust.

Caring and passionate staffclean facilitiesquality education and learning activities
Address
3027 J.F. Mahoney Drive, Hammond, IN
Phone
(219) 844-3603
Good Shepherd Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Good Shepherd Day Care receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, nurturing environment, and quality care. Parents report their children are well-loved and safe in the center's hands. One parent raised a serious concern about staff being required to pump breast milk in unsanitary locations in violation of Indiana state law.

Caring and loving staffnurturing environmentgood communication with parents
Address
9000 Taft Street, Merrillville, IN
Phone
(219) 769-3601
Brightpoint Head Start On Werling
Headstart Programs
4
Address
4615 Werling Drive, Fort Wayne, IN
Phone
(260) 969-0212

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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.