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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Cedar Lake, IN

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Cedar Lake. Average rating: 3.3/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Cedar Lake, Indiana at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
3.3/5
Parent reviews
9
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Cedar Lake offers 2 licensed child daycare & preschools, 1 of which has public ratings averaging 3.3/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Cedar Lake

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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    Cedar Lake Early Learning Academy LLC
    3.55 score
    3.3(9)

    13115 Wicker Ave, Cedar Lake, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    Cedar Lake Early Learning Academy receives highly polarized reviews. Current families consistently praise the caring staff, director communication, and safe environment for children ages 2-5. However, prospective families report serious frustration with the waitlist management, inconsistent information, and unprofessional enrollment experiences.

    caring and attentive teachersexcellent director communicationnutritious mealssafe environment

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Cedar Lake

4.5 - 5.0
0
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
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Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Cedar Lake, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.3avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Cedar Lake (50–81 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Cedar Lake based on parent reviews

Cedar Lake Early Learning Academy LLC

3.3(9)

13115 Wicker Ave, Cedar Lake, IN

Cedar Lake Early Learning Academy receives highly polarized reviews. Current families consistently praise the caring staff, director communication, and safe environment for children ages 2-5. However, prospective families report serious frustration with the waitlist management, inconsistent information, and unprofessional enrollment experiences.

caring and attentive teachersexcellent director communicationnutritious meals

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Daycare types in Cedar Lake

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Headstart Programs 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Cedar Lake, Indiana

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Cedar Lake, Indiana, making up 67% of the 3 total childcare facilities in the city. 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 Cedar Lake have an average rating of 3.3 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.3 stars. Our analysis covers 9 parent reviews.

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

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Cedar Lake

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Cedar Lake Early Learning Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

Cedar Lake Early Learning Academy receives highly polarized reviews. Current families consistently praise the caring staff, director communication, and safe environment for children ages 2-5. However, prospective families report serious frustration with the waitlist management, inconsistent information, and unprofessional enrollment experiences.

caring and attentive teachersexcellent director communicationnutritious meals
Address
13115 Wicker Ave, Cedar Lake, IN
Phone
(219) 390-7308
Grand Tots INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
13209 Schneider Street, Cedar Lake, IN
Phone
(219) 374-6025

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Cedar Lake, Indiana, out of 3 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Cedar Lake have an average Google rating of 3.3 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Cedar Lake, 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
Cedar Lake offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 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 Cedar Lake for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Cedar Lake 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.