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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in East Chicago, IN

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in East Chicago. Average rating: 4.17/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

East Chicago, Indiana at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.17/5
Parent reviews
15
Top rated (4.5+)
1

East Chicago offers 4 licensed child daycare & preschools, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 4.17/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in East Chicago

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
    New Horizons Child Care Ministry INC.
    3.51 score
    3.2(8)

    3924-28 Main Street, East Chicago, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    New Horizons Child Care Ministry Inc. in East Chicago has highly polarized reviews. While a few parents praise the friendly staff and helpful service, the majority report serious concerns including poor communication, late/missing payments, unprofessional staff behavior, inadequate facility conditions, and lack of structure or proper protocols.

    Friendly staffhelpful agency

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in East Chicago

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in East Chicago, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.17avg rating
4 daycares · 3 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

East Chicago zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
463125
4.17
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in East Chicago (37–136 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in East Chicago based on parent reviews

Merchants Of Hope Enrichment Academy

5(2)

3741 Martin Luther King Drive, East Chicago, IN

One parent describes the staff as nice and expresses a strong love for the school, while another gives it a perfect 10/10 recommendation.

nice staffhighly recommended

Robertson Child Development Center INC.

4.3(4)

4860 Olcott Avenue, East Chicago, IN

A few parents describe the center as a great and awesome place for children, with one noting satisfaction in having both worked there and enrolled their child. However, a single negative review alleges insufficient staff monitoring that put kids in danger, accompanied by unhelpful responses from management when concerns were raised.

great place for childrenawesome with kidsstaff familiarity with families

New Horizons Child Care Ministry INC.

3.2(8)

3924-28 Main Street, East Chicago, IN

New Horizons Child Care Ministry Inc. in East Chicago has highly polarized reviews. While a few parents praise the friendly staff and helpful service, the majority report serious concerns including poor communication, late/missing payments, unprofessional staff behavior, inadequate facility conditions, and lack of structure or proper protocols.

Friendly staffhelpful agency

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Daycare types in East Chicago

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in East Chicago, Indiana

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in East Chicago, Indiana, making up 80% of the 5 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 East Chicago have an average rating of 4.17 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.17 stars. Our analysis covers 15 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in East Chicago, 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 East Chicago

Showing 4 results

Merchants Of Hope Enrichment Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes the staff as nice and expresses a strong love for the school, while another gives it a perfect 10/10 recommendation.

nice staffhighly recommended
Address
3741 Martin Luther King Drive, East Chicago, IN
Phone
(219) 398-9810
Robertson Child Development Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

A few parents describe the center as a great and awesome place for children, with one noting satisfaction in having both worked there and enrolled their child. However, a single negative review alleges insufficient staff monitoring that put kids in danger, accompanied by unhelpful responses from management when concerns were raised.

great place for childrenawesome with kidsstaff familiarity with families
Address
4860 Olcott Avenue, East Chicago, IN
Phone
(219) 398-7232
New Horizons Child Care Ministry INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.2

New Horizons Child Care Ministry Inc. in East Chicago has highly polarized reviews. While a few parents praise the friendly staff and helpful service, the majority report serious concerns including poor communication, late/missing payments, unprofessional staff behavior, inadequate facility conditions, and lack of structure or proper protocols.

Friendly staffhelpful agency
Address
3924-28 Main Street, East Chicago, IN
Phone
(219) 378-9848
Children Creative Vision Childcare Ministry INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4001 Deodar Street, East Chicago, IN
Phone
(219) 397-7791

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in East Chicago, Indiana, out of 5 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 East Chicago have an average Google rating of 4.17 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in East Chicago, 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
East Chicago offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 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 East Chicago for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in East Chicago 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.