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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Decatur, IN

Compare 5 child daycare & preschools in Decatur. Average rating: 3.78/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Decatur, Indiana at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
3.78/5
Parent reviews
29
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Decatur has 5 licensed child daycare & preschools with 29 parent reviews averaging 3.78/5.The largest concentration is in 46733 with 8 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Decatur

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.

  1. 1
    Kid'S First Child Care Ministry
    4.47 score
    4.7(10)

    502 West Monroe Street, Decatur, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with parents praising the welcoming atmosphere, caring pastoral staff (particularly Pastor Steve and Pastor Amy), and diverse community ministries. Parents appreciate the facility, multiple services, and various programs for different age groups and needs. One reviewer expressed concern about loss of traditional practices.

    Welcoming and inclusive atmospherecaring and compassionate pastoral staffdiverse ministries and activitiesnice facility
  2. 2
    Decatur Church Of God Day Care Ministry
    4.43 score
    4.6(13)

    1129 Mercer Avenue, Decatur, IN · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Reviews are not from parents about daycare services. Instead, reviews describe the church itself, praising its worship experience, pastor, and welcoming community. No actual daycare experiences or child care services are mentioned in any reviews.

    Welcoming congregationquality worship servicesgood preachingfriendly staff

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Decatur

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.85avg rating
5 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

3.73avg rating
3 daycares · 3 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Decatur zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
467338
3.78
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Decatur (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Decatur based on parent reviews

Kid'S First Child Care Ministry

4.7(10)

502 West Monroe Street, Decatur, IN

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with parents praising the welcoming atmosphere, caring pastoral staff (particularly Pastor Steve and Pastor Amy), and diverse community ministries. Parents appreciate the facility, multiple services, and various programs for different age groups and needs. One reviewer expressed concern about loss of traditional practices.

Welcoming and inclusive atmospherecaring and compassionate pastoral staffdiverse ministries and activities

The King'S Kingdom

3

6555 North Piqua Road, Decatur, IN

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Daycare types in Decatur

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Church Daycare 3

Child Daycare & Preschools in Decatur, Indiana

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Decatur, Indiana, making up 63% of the 8 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 Decatur have an average rating of 3.78 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 40% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.85 stars. Our analysis covers 29 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Decatur, 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 Decatur

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Kid'S First Child Care Ministry
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with parents praising the welcoming atmosphere, caring pastoral staff (particularly Pastor Steve and Pastor Amy), and diverse community ministries. Parents appreciate the facility, multiple services, and various programs for different age groups and needs. One reviewer expressed concern about loss of traditional practices.

Welcoming and inclusive atmospherecaring and compassionate pastoral staffdiverse ministries and activities
Address
502 West Monroe Street, Decatur, IN
Phone
(260) 724-0470
The King'S Kingdom
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
6555 North Piqua Road, Decatur, IN
Phone
(260) 724-7729
Sonshine Daycare Ministry
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
103 North 3rd Street, Decatur, IN
Phone
(260) 728-4567
Wyneken Extended Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
11565 North U.S. Highway 27, Decatur, IN
Phone
(260) 639-6064
Pleasant Dale Child Daycare Ministry
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4504 West 300 North, Decatur, IN
Phone
(260) 565-3797

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Decatur, Indiana, out of 8 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 Decatur have an average Google rating of 3.78 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 40% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Decatur, 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
Decatur offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 3 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 Decatur for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Decatur 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.