How do I choose the right daycare in Portage?

When choosing a daycare in Portage, 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

Child Daycare & Preschools in Portage, Indiana (4 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 Portage for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Portage

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.

Ma'S Li'L Champs Learning Academy

4 score

4(12)

6564 Pan Am Blvd, Portage, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 154 children

Parents consistently praise Ma's Li'l Champs Learning Academy for its caring, nurturing staff, clean facility, and strong educational environment. Multiple reviewers highlight specific teachers' dedication and the positive impact on their children's development and readiness for kindergarten. Families appreciate the early opening hours, video monitoring, daily reports, and understanding approach to developmental and behavioral needs.

Caring and dedicated staffvideo monitoringearly opening (6am)convenient location

The Portage Child Care

3.92 score

3.9(19)

6078 Robbins Rd, Portage, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 105 children

The Portage Child Care receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and patient staff, family-like atmosphere, and strong academic and social development outcomes for their children.

Caring and patient staffConsistent staff retentionStrong communication with parentsClean facilities

Child Daycare & Preschools in Portage, Indiana

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Portage, Indiana. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Portage, 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 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Portage, Indiana. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Portage, 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 Portage for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Portage 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.

4 Child Daycare & Preschools in Portage, Indiana

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Portage

Top Rated

Ma'S Li'L Champs Learning Academy

Crossroads Academy

Sonshine Childcare Ministries

The Portage Child Care

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