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7 Child Daycare & Preschools in Mishawaka, Indiana

Browse all 7 child daycare & preschools in Mishawaka, Indiana. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Mishawaka

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

    603 W Edison, Mishawaka, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 89 children

    Parents overwhelmingly praise Foundations Child Care Center for its caring and professional staff who go above and beyond for children. The facility offers daily photo updates, classroom cameras, and a communication app that parents appreciate. One reviewer noted concerns about cleanliness and facility maintenance despite high ratings.

    Caring and attentive staffdaily photo updates and communication appclassroom camerasprofessional handling of parent concerns
  2. 2
    Abc Learning Academy LLC
    4.4 score
    4.6(10)

    1145 E 3rd St, Mishawaka, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 42 children

    ABC Learning Academy LLC receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and attentive staff who treat families like their own. Parents consistently highlight their children's happiness, long-term enrollment, and the center's individualized approach to childcare. One parent left a negative review without details, and one inquiry was in Spanish.

    Kind and caring staffindividualized attention to each child and familychildren eager and happy to attendlong-term family retention
  3. 3
    Abc Learning Academy Too
    4.4 score
    4.6(10)

    1618 Milburn Blvd, Mishawaka, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children

    ABC Learning Academy Too receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and attentive staff who treat families like their own. Parents highlight long-term enrollment, positive child experiences, field trips, and school transportation services. One negative review was noted without specific details.

    Kind and caring staffindividualized attention to children and familieslong-term family retentionchildren eager and happy to attend
  4. 4

    1026 Dodge Avenue, Mishawaka, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 84 children

    Young Minds Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the warm, welcoming environment and knowledgeable staff. Parents report their children are excited to attend, learning new skills daily, and developing well. The center's Level 4 Path to Quality accreditation and professional management are frequently highlighted as strengths.

    Warm and welcoming staffchildren excited to attendskilled teachers who know all children by namestrong curriculum with diverse learning activities (Spanish
  5. 5
    Grace Academy
    3.87 score
    3.8(10)

    4001 Lincolnway East, Mishawaka, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Grace Academy receives mixed reviews with most parents praising staff warmth, communication, and educational activities, but several parents report serious safety concerns including inadequate ID verification, staff turnover in the infant room, and inconsistent policy enforcement. Recent positive reviews highlight excellent support for children with special needs and strong parent engagement, while older critical reviews cite security lapses and unprofessional management.

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Mishawaka based on parent reviews

Foundations Child Care Center INC

5(8)

603 W Edison, Mishawaka, IN

Parents overwhelmingly praise Foundations Child Care Center for its caring and professional staff who go above and beyond for children. The facility offers daily photo updates, classroom cameras, and a communication app that parents appreciate. One reviewer noted concerns about cleanliness and facility maintenance despite high ratings.

Caring and attentive staffdaily photo updates and communication appclassroom cameras

Abc Learning Academy LLC

4.6(10)

1145 E 3rd St, Mishawaka, IN

ABC Learning Academy LLC receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and attentive staff who treat families like their own. Parents consistently highlight their children's happiness, long-term enrollment, and the center's individualized approach to childcare. One parent left a negative review without details, and one inquiry was in Spanish.

Kind and caring staffindividualized attention to each child and familychildren eager and happy to attend

Abc Learning Academy Too

4.6(10)

1618 Milburn Blvd, Mishawaka, IN

ABC Learning Academy Too receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and attentive staff who treat families like their own. Parents highlight long-term enrollment, positive child experiences, field trips, and school transportation services. One negative review was noted without specific details.

Kind and caring staffindividualized attention to children and familieslong-term family retention

Young Minds Development Center INC

4.4(20)

1026 Dodge Avenue, Mishawaka, IN

Young Minds Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the warm, welcoming environment and knowledgeable staff. Parents report their children are excited to attend, learning new skills daily, and developing well. The center's Level 4 Path to Quality accreditation and professional management are frequently highlighted as strengths.

Warm and welcoming staffchildren excited to attendskilled teachers who know all children by name

Grace Academy

3.8(10)

4001 Lincolnway East, Mishawaka, IN

Grace Academy receives mixed reviews with most parents praising staff warmth, communication, and educational activities, but several parents report serious safety concerns including inadequate ID verification, staff turnover in the infant room, and inconsistent policy enforcement. Recent positive reviews highlight excellent support for children with special needs and strong parent engagement, while older critical reviews cite security lapses and unprofessional management.

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Mishawaka, Indiana

There are 7 child daycare & preschools in Mishawaka, Indiana, making up 64% of the 11 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 Mishawaka, 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 Mishawaka

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Foundations Child Care Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents overwhelmingly praise Foundations Child Care Center for its caring and professional staff who go above and beyond for children. The facility offers daily photo updates, classroom cameras, and a communication app that parents appreciate. One reviewer noted concerns about cleanliness and facility maintenance despite high ratings.

Caring and attentive staffdaily photo updates and communication appclassroom cameras
Address
603 W Edison, Mishawaka, IN
Phone
(574) 217-7078
Abc Learning Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

ABC Learning Academy LLC receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and attentive staff who treat families like their own. Parents consistently highlight their children's happiness, long-term enrollment, and the center's individualized approach to childcare. One parent left a negative review without details, and one inquiry was in Spanish.

Kind and caring staffindividualized attention to each child and familychildren eager and happy to attend
Address
1145 E 3rd St, Mishawaka, IN
Phone
(574) 255-4968
Abc Learning Academy Too
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

ABC Learning Academy Too receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and attentive staff who treat families like their own. Parents highlight long-term enrollment, positive child experiences, field trips, and school transportation services. One negative review was noted without specific details.

Kind and caring staffindividualized attention to children and familieslong-term family retention
Address
1618 Milburn Blvd, Mishawaka, IN
Phone
(574) 255-9139
Young Minds Development Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Young Minds Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the warm, welcoming environment and knowledgeable staff. Parents report their children are excited to attend, learning new skills daily, and developing well. The center's Level 4 Path to Quality accreditation and professional management are frequently highlighted as strengths.

Warm and welcoming staffchildren excited to attendskilled teachers who know all children by name
Address
1026 Dodge Avenue, Mishawaka, IN
Phone
(574) 703-3506
Grace Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Grace Academy receives mixed reviews with most parents praising staff warmth, communication, and educational activities, but several parents report serious safety concerns including inadequate ID verification, staff turnover in the infant room, and inconsistent policy enforcement. Recent positive reviews highlight excellent support for children with special needs and strong parent engagement, while older critical reviews cite security lapses and unprofessional management.

Address
4001 Lincolnway East, Mishawaka, IN
Phone
(574) 257-8539
Lapetite Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

La Petite Academy in Mishawaka receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all reviewed parents who praise the warm, dedicated staff and quality care across all age groups. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication, clean facilities, thoughtful curriculum, and strong focus on child development and safety.

Warm and caring staffdedicated teachersclean and organized facility
Address
130 East Catalpa Drive, Mishawaka, IN
Phone
(574) 255-3701
Early Learners Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
222 West Broadway St., Mishawaka, IN
Phone
(574) 256-0623

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Frequently asked questions

There are 7 child daycare & preschools daycares in Mishawaka, Indiana, out of 11 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 Mishawaka, 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
Mishawaka offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 4 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 Mishawaka for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Mishawaka 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.