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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Notre Dame, IN

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Notre Dame. Average rating: 4.5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Notre Dame, Indiana at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.5/5
Parent reviews
27
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Notre Dame has 2 licensed child daycare & preschools with 27 parent reviews averaging 4.5/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Notre Dame

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
    Early Childhood Development Center INC.
    4.38 score
    4.5(15)

    10 Child Care Center, Notre Dame, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 165 children

    Parents consistently praise ECDC as a top-quality preschool and daycare program in the South Bend area. They highlight excellent, educated teachers, a play-based curriculum that balances learning with social-emotional development, and a warm, supportive community environment. Children are reported to thrive academically and socially, with strong preparation for kindergarten.

    Highly educated and caring teachersplay-based learning approachstrong emphasis on social-emotional development and kindnessinvolvement of Notre Dame and Saint Mary's students
  2. 2
    Early Childhood Development Center INC.
    4.35 score
    4.5(12)

    St. Mary'S College,Havican Hall, Notre Dame, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children

    Early Childhood Development Center Inc. receives unanimous five-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, engaged teachers and high-quality curriculum that fosters children's cognitive, social, and emotional development. Parents consistently report their children thrive academically and socially, transition successfully to elementary school, and genuinely enjoy attending.

    Caring and engaged teachersexcellent child-to-adult ratiosstrong curriculumemotional and social support

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Notre Dame

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Notre Dame (90–165 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Notre Dame based on parent reviews

Early Childhood Development Center INC.

4.5(15)

10 Child Care Center, Notre Dame, IN

Parents consistently praise ECDC as a top-quality preschool and daycare program in the South Bend area. They highlight excellent, educated teachers, a play-based curriculum that balances learning with social-emotional development, and a warm, supportive community environment. Children are reported to thrive academically and socially, with strong preparation for kindergarten.

Highly educated and caring teachersplay-based learning approachstrong emphasis on social-emotional development and kindness

Early Childhood Development Center INC.

4.5(12)

St. Mary'S College,Havican Hall, Notre Dame, IN

Early Childhood Development Center Inc. receives unanimous five-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, engaged teachers and high-quality curriculum that fosters children's cognitive, social, and emotional development. Parents consistently report their children thrive academically and socially, transition successfully to elementary school, and genuinely enjoy attending.

Caring and engaged teachersexcellent child-to-adult ratiosstrong curriculum

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Notre Dame, Indiana

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Notre Dame, Indiana. 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 Notre Dame have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.5 stars. Our analysis covers 27 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Notre Dame, 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 Notre Dame

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Early Childhood Development Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Early Childhood Development Center Inc. receives unanimous five-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, engaged teachers and high-quality curriculum that fosters children's cognitive, social, and emotional development. Parents consistently report their children thrive academically and socially, transition successfully to elementary school, and genuinely enjoy attending.

Caring and engaged teachersexcellent child-to-adult ratiosstrong curriculum
Address
St. Mary'S College,Havican Hall, Notre Dame, IN
Phone
(574) 284-4693
Early Childhood Development Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise ECDC as a top-quality preschool and daycare program in the South Bend area. They highlight excellent, educated teachers, a play-based curriculum that balances learning with social-emotional development, and a warm, supportive community environment. Children are reported to thrive academically and socially, with strong preparation for kindergarten.

Highly educated and caring teachersplay-based learning approachstrong emphasis on social-emotional development and kindness
Address
10 Child Care Center, Notre Dame, IN
Phone
(574) 631-3344

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Notre Dame, Indiana. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Notre Dame have an average Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Notre Dame, 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
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 Notre Dame for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Notre Dame 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.