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21 Child Daycare & Preschools in Gary, Indiana

Browse all 21 child daycare & preschools in Gary, Indiana. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

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.

  1. 1

    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
  2. 2

    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
  3. 3

    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
  4. 4

    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
  5. 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
  6. 6

    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
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    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
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    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

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Highest rated daycares in Gary based on parent reviews

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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.

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

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Anew Life Child Care Ministry
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
30 East 6th Avenue, Gary, IN
Phone
(219) 880-1160
Tender Loving Care Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2316 Cleveland Street, Gary, IN
Phone
(219) 977-0913
Lola'S Education And Recreation Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
634 E 21st Avenue, Gary, IN
Phone
(219) 455-6664
Little Fishers Early Learning Childcare Ministries
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4927 Virginia Street, Gary, IN
Phone
(219) 980-9233
King'S Care Registered Ministries
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

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 childcare
Address
500 East Ridge Road, Gary, IN
Phone
(219) 381-7535
Lovefeast Day Care Ministry
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

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
Address
2456 Chase Street, Gary, IN
Phone
(219) 944-8729
The Children'S Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
3987 Cleveland Street, Gary, IN
Phone
(219) 980-1044
Train Up A Child Learning Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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 expertise
Address
3601 Grant St, Gary, IN
Phone
(219) 239-2919
Young Children'S Accelerated Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

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 facilities
Address
150 W 15th Ave, Gary, IN
Phone
(219) 882-2922
Life Changers Early Learning & Aftercare Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

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 care
Address
5050 Vermont Street, Suite A, Gary, IN
Phone
(219) 484-2227
Life Changers Early Learning & Aftercare Steam Academy #2
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

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 values
Address
5050 Vermont Street, Gary, IN
Phone
(219) 427-1482
Life Changers Early Learning & Aftercare Steam Academy #3
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

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 values
Address
5050 Vermont Street, Suite C, Gary, IN
Phone
(219) 427-1482
Elka Child Educational Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

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 cameras
Address
1953 Georgia Street, Gary, IN
Phone
(219) 882-3552
My Safari Preparatory Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5
Address
3931 Broadway, Gary, IN
Phone
(219) 884-1970
Little Mountain Movers Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1735 W 37th Ave, Gary, IN
Phone
(219) 746-8208
Ambassador Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
900 West Ridge Road, Gary, IN
Phone
(219) 887-4473
My Safari Preparatory Academy Georgia Street Campus
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
715 E 49th Ave, Gary, IN
Phone
(219) 887-1970
Far And Beyond Child Care Learning Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2475 Taft St, Gary, IN
Phone
(219) 308-8162
Nina'S Loving Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1099 Clark Rd, Gary, IN
Phone
(219) 433-2870
Community Childcare And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
320 W Ridge Rd, Gary, IN
Phone
(219) 455-6554
Prestige Preparatory Academy Of The Arts Child Care Ministry
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
900 Arizona Street, Gary, IN
Phone
(219) 938-8949

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Frequently asked questions

There are 21 child daycare & preschools daycares in Gary, Indiana, out of 24 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Gary, 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
Gary offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 21 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 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 Gary for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Gary 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.