How do I choose the right daycare in Merrillville?

When choosing a daycare in Merrillville, 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

What types of daycare are available in Merrillville?

Merrillville offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 10 facilities Headstart Programs — 2 facilities Before or After School 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.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Merrillville, Indiana (10 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Indiana?

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 Merrillville for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Merrillville

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.

Crc'S Kids World Daycare D/B/A: Kids World

4.72 score

4.9(20)

805 West 57th Avenue, Merrillville, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

The reviews provided are for Christian Revival Center church, not for CRC's Kids World Daycare. No actual daycare reviews are available to summarize.

None mentioned

Tiny Temples Child Care Academy

4.64 score

4.9(12)

7601 Whitcomb Street, Merrillville, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Unable to provide daycare summary. The reviews provided are for Christ Church, a religious institution in Merrillville, Indiana, not for Tiny Temples Child Care Academy. No actual daycare reviews are available to summarize.

None - reviews are for a churchnot the daycare

Tradewinds Services INC./Little Treasures Childcare

4.16 score

4.2(20)

3198 E 83rd Place, Merrillville, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 68 children

Tradewinds Services Inc./Little Treasures Childcare receives consistently positive feedback with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the caring, helpful staff, beautiful facility, and structured environment suitable for various needs including children with autism and adults requiring day programs.

Friendly and caring staffresponsive communicationbeautiful propertystructured environment

Good Shepherd Day Care

4 score

4(13)

9000 Taft Street, Merrillville, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 202 children

Good Shepherd Day Care receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, nurturing environment, and quality care. Parents report their children are well-loved and safe in the center's hands. One parent raised a serious concern about staff being required to pump breast milk in unsanitary locations in violation of Indiana state law.

Caring and loving staffnurturing environmentgood communication with parentsquality curriculum

All About Children INC.

3.71 score

3.5(7)

7122 Broadway, Merrillville, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 54 children

All About Children Inc. receives mixed reviews with stark contrasts. Positive reviews praise the friendly, attentive staff and warm family atmosphere, while negative reviews cite serious concerns including unexplained injuries to children, inadequate supervision, unprofessional conduct, poor hygiene, and disputes over payment withholding belongings.

Friendly and attentive staffcaring environmentgood learning spacefamily-oriented atmosphere

Village Park Child Care Center INC.

3.13 score

2.7(10)

7440a Broadway, Merrillville, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 85 children

Village Park Child Care Center has undergone recent management and ownership changes, with some parents reporting improvements in staff and curriculum. However, the center has a mixed reputation with serious allegations of staff misconduct, poor customer service, and inadequate care practices from multiple parents.

New management and ownershipfriendly and helpful staffhands-on learning curriculumsafe environment

Happy Days Childcare - North

2.93 score

2.4(10)

6111 Harrison St., Suite 145, Merrillville, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 107 children

Happy Days Childcare - North has highly polarized reviews. While some parents praise individual teachers (particularly Mrs. Allen) and report long-term satisfaction, numerous recent complaints document serious concerns including child neglect, inadequate supervision, unprofessional staff behavior, and allegations of physical punishment that were not properly reported to authorities or parents.

Experienced teacher Mrs. Allenlong-term client retentionsafe and famil

Child Daycare & Preschools in Merrillville, Indiana

There are 10 child daycare & preschools in Merrillville, Indiana, making up 77% of the 13 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 Merrillville, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 10 child daycare & preschools daycares in Merrillville, Indiana, out of 13 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 Merrillville, 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

Merrillville offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 10 facilities
Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
Before or After School 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 Merrillville for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Merrillville 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.

10 Child Daycare & Preschools in Merrillville, Indiana

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Merrillville

Top Rated

Crc'S Kids World Daycare D/B/A: Kids World

Tiny Temples Child Care Academy

Happy Days Of Merrillville South

Tradewinds Services INC./Little Treasures Childcare

Good Shepherd Day Care

Capitol City Scholars

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Daycare types in Merrillville