Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Gary, IN
Compare 21 child daycare & preschools in Gary. Average rating: 4.36/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Gary, Indiana at a glance
- Programs
- 21
- Avg rating
- 4.36/5
- Parent reviews
- 85
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 8
Gary has 21 licensed child daycare & preschools with 85 parent reviews averaging 4.36/5.8 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 57% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 46408 zip code, averaging 4.6 stars across 7 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Gary
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.
- 1Lovefeast Day Care Ministry4.49 score4.7(12)
2456 Chase Street, Gary, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
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 - 2King'S Care Registered Ministries4.45 score4.9(5)
500 East Ridge Road, Gary, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
King's Care Registered Ministries is a faith-based daycare center in Gary, Indiana with a 4.9/5 rating. Parents consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, spiritual experience including worship services, and quality childcare provided. The facility is noted for being Covid-friendly.
Welcoming staffspiritual/worship experiencequality childcareCovid-friendly practices - 3Train Up A Child Learning Center LLC4.29 score4.5(7)
3601 Grant St, Gary, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children
Parents consistently praise Train Up A Child Learning Center for its caring, knowledgeable staff and positive learning environment. Children are reported to be happy, safe, and making good developmental progress. One parent raised concerns about aftercare pricing.
Caring and engaging staffchild safety and well-beingearly childhood development expertiseeducational and fun teaching approach - 4Young Children'S Accelerated Academy4.16 score4.2(20)
150 W 15th Ave, Gary, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children
Reviews praise the facility's friendly staff, excellent safety measures, and diverse programs including fitness classes, swimming, and events. The center offers quality amenities and is viewed as a valuable community resource in Gary, Indiana.
Friendly and excellent staffstrong safety and COVID protection measuresnice gym facilitieswater aerobics classes - 5Life Changers Early Learning & Aftercare Academy3.85 score3.7(5)
5050 Vermont Street, Suite A, Gary, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Life Changers Early Learning & Aftercare Academy in Gary, Indiana receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the dedicated staff, particularly director Mrs. Bradley, and the caring environment. One review mentions a concern about a child's injury, though details are limited.
Caring and dedicated staffMrs. Bradley's leadership and commitment to childrenlong-term quality careChristian values - 6Life Changers Early Learning & Aftercare Steam Academy #23.85 score3.7(5)
5050 Vermont Street, Gary, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
LIFE CHANGERS Early Learning & Aftercare STEAM Academy #2 receives predominantly positive reviews highlighting dedicated, compassionate staff led by Mrs. Bradley. Parents praise the facility's caring environment, staff commitment, and long-term positive experiences with children. One parent reported safety concerns including a child's broken arm.
caring and dedicated staffMrs. Bradley's leadership and reliabilityChristian valuesSTEAM curriculum - 7Life Changers Early Learning & Aftercare Steam Academy #33.85 score3.7(5)
5050 Vermont Street, Suite C, Gary, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise LIFE CHANGERS EARLY LEARNING & AFTERCARE STEAM ACADEMY #3 for its caring staff and supportive environment. Multiple reviewers highlight the leadership of Mrs. Bradley and the dedication of teachers like Ms. Tracy and Ms. Tonya. One negative review mentions a child injury, though details are limited.
Understanding and compassionate staffgoes above and beyond for children and familiesstrong Christian valueslong-term enrollment satisfaction - 8Elka Child Educational Center INC3.69 score3.5(8)
1953 Georgia Street, Gary, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 163 children
ELKA Child Educational Center receives mixed reviews with significant concerns outweighing positives. While some parents praise friendly staff, security, and cleanliness, numerous recent reviews report serious issues including inadequate supervision, safety incidents, improper child care practices, and unprofessional staff conduct.
Friendly staffhelpfulsecurity and camerasclean and well-organized facility
Rating Distribution
Based on 14 daycares with Google ratings in Gary
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Gary, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Gary zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46408 | 7 | 4.6 | 2 | |
| 46409 | 7 | 4.08 | 2 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Gary (14–163 children)
Small
up to 30 children
3
Medium
31–75 children
5
Large
76–150 children
3
Very Large
150+ children
1
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Gary based on parent reviews
Lovefeast Day Care Ministry
2456 Chase Street, Gary, IN
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.
King'S Care Registered Ministries
500 East Ridge Road, Gary, IN
King's Care Registered Ministries is a faith-based daycare center in Gary, Indiana with a 4.9/5 rating. Parents consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, spiritual experience including worship services, and quality childcare provided. The facility is noted for being Covid-friendly.
Little Fishers Early Learning Childcare Ministries
4927 Virginia Street, Gary, IN
Parents describe the staff as extremely professional, caring, and dedicated, noting that they provide a firm educational foundation and a safe, healthy environment for children of all ages. Reviewers highlight that the center made the enrollment process smooth, which helped alleviate initial nervousness about placing infants in daycare.
Train Up A Child Learning Center LLC
3601 Grant St, Gary, IN
Parents consistently praise Train Up A Child Learning Center for its caring, knowledgeable staff and positive learning environment. Children are reported to be happy, safe, and making good developmental progress. One parent raised concerns about aftercare pricing.
The Children'S Learning Academy
3987 Cleveland Street, Gary, IN
One parent highlights the 5-star experience, citing enjoyment of the after-day gym, transportation, and take-home work, while another notes the program offers a fun learning opportunity. The few reviews so far mention distinct age-appropriate classes and reliable communication, though no specific complaints are detailed.
Tender Loving Care Academy
2316 Cleveland Street, Gary, IN
One parent describes TENDER LOVING CARE ACADEMY as the best daycare in Gary, highlighting that the staff genuinely cares about the children and treats their work with dedication.
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Daycare types in Gary
Child Daycare & Preschools in Gary, Indiana
There are 21 child daycare & preschools in Gary, Indiana, making up 88% of the 24 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 Gary have an average rating of 4.36 out of 5 across 14 rated facilities, with 57% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.36 stars. Our analysis covers 85 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Gary, 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 Gary
Showing 21 results
- Address
- 30 East 6th Avenue, Gary, IN
- Phone
- (219) 880-1160
One parent describes TENDER LOVING CARE ACADEMY as the best daycare in Gary, highlighting that the staff genuinely cares about the children and treats their work with dedication.
- Address
- 2316 Cleveland Street, Gary, IN
- Phone
- (219) 977-0913
- Address
- 634 E 21st Avenue, Gary, IN
- Phone
- (219) 455-6664
Parents describe the staff as extremely professional, caring, and dedicated, noting that they provide a firm educational foundation and a safe, healthy environment for children of all ages. Reviewers highlight that the center made the enrollment process smooth, which helped alleviate initial nervousness about placing infants in daycare.
- Address
- 4927 Virginia Street, Gary, IN
- Phone
- (219) 980-9233
King's Care Registered Ministries is a faith-based daycare center in Gary, Indiana with a 4.9/5 rating. Parents consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, spiritual experience including worship services, and quality childcare provided. The facility is noted for being Covid-friendly.
- Address
- 500 East Ridge Road, Gary, IN
- Phone
- (219) 381-7535
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.
- Address
- 2456 Chase Street, Gary, IN
- Phone
- (219) 944-8729
One parent highlights the 5-star experience, citing enjoyment of the after-day gym, transportation, and take-home work, while another notes the program offers a fun learning opportunity. The few reviews so far mention distinct age-appropriate classes and reliable communication, though no specific complaints are detailed.
- Address
- 3987 Cleveland Street, Gary, IN
- Phone
- (219) 980-1044
Parents consistently praise Train Up A Child Learning Center for its caring, knowledgeable staff and positive learning environment. Children are reported to be happy, safe, and making good developmental progress. One parent raised concerns about aftercare pricing.
- Address
- 3601 Grant St, Gary, IN
- Phone
- (219) 239-2919
Reviews praise the facility's friendly staff, excellent safety measures, and diverse programs including fitness classes, swimming, and events. The center offers quality amenities and is viewed as a valuable community resource in Gary, Indiana.
- Address
- 150 W 15th Ave, Gary, IN
- Phone
- (219) 882-2922
Life Changers Early Learning & Aftercare Academy in Gary, Indiana receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the dedicated staff, particularly director Mrs. Bradley, and the caring environment. One review mentions a concern about a child's injury, though details are limited.
- Address
- 5050 Vermont Street, Suite A, Gary, IN
- Phone
- (219) 484-2227
LIFE CHANGERS Early Learning & Aftercare STEAM Academy #2 receives predominantly positive reviews highlighting dedicated, compassionate staff led by Mrs. Bradley. Parents praise the facility's caring environment, staff commitment, and long-term positive experiences with children. One parent reported safety concerns including a child's broken arm.
- Address
- 5050 Vermont Street, Gary, IN
- Phone
- (219) 427-1482
Parents consistently praise LIFE CHANGERS EARLY LEARNING & AFTERCARE STEAM ACADEMY #3 for its caring staff and supportive environment. Multiple reviewers highlight the leadership of Mrs. Bradley and the dedication of teachers like Ms. Tracy and Ms. Tonya. One negative review mentions a child injury, though details are limited.
- Address
- 5050 Vermont Street, Suite C, Gary, IN
- Phone
- (219) 427-1482
ELKA Child Educational Center receives mixed reviews with significant concerns outweighing positives. While some parents praise friendly staff, security, and cleanliness, numerous recent reviews report serious issues including inadequate supervision, safety incidents, improper child care practices, and unprofessional staff conduct.
- Address
- 1953 Georgia Street, Gary, IN
- Phone
- (219) 882-3552
One parent reports that their child stopped wanting to attend due to peer bullying and reported the loss of a sleeping bag without communication. The review highlights concerns about staff responsiveness and the social environment for young children.
- Address
- 3931 Broadway, Gary, IN
- Phone
- (219) 884-1970
- Address
- 1735 W 37th Ave, Gary, IN
- Phone
- (219) 746-8208
- Address
- 900 West Ridge Road, Gary, IN
- Phone
- (219) 887-4473
- Address
- 715 E 49th Ave, Gary, IN
- Phone
- (219) 887-1970
- Address
- 2475 Taft St, Gary, IN
- Phone
- (219) 308-8162
- Address
- 1099 Clark Rd, Gary, IN
- Phone
- (219) 433-2870
- Address
- 320 W Ridge Rd, Gary, IN
- Phone
- (219) 455-6554
- Address
- 900 Arizona Street, Gary, IN
- Phone
- (219) 938-8949
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Frequently asked questions
- 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
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