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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in St John, IN

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in St John. Average rating: 4.75/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

St John, Indiana at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.75/5
Parent reviews
31
Top rated (4.5+)
2

St John has 2 licensed child daycare & preschools with 31 parent reviews averaging 4.75/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in St John

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
    Cherie'S Garden In The Gates
    4.63 score
    4.8(19)

    10750 Arbor Lane, St. John, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 139 children

    Cherie's Garden receives universally positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, child development, and welcoming environment. Parents report their children are excited to attend, form strong bonds with teachers, and arrive at kindergarten well-prepared. The facility is noted for responsive communication, flexibility with scheduling, and creating a safe, nurturing atmosphere.

    Caring and dedicated staffstrong parent-child bonds with teachersexcellent child development and academic preparationresponsive communication via app
  2. 2
    Li'L Rascals
    4.49 score
    4.7(12)

    10641 Thielen Street, St. John, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    Parents consistently praise Li'l Rascals for its warm, nurturing environment and experienced staff who genuinely know each child. Children are reported to love attending daily, with parents appreciating the balance of learning, social development, and play without high-pressure academics. The facility is described as clean, community-oriented, and providing excellent daily communication with families.

    Friendly and professional stafflow staff turnoverclean facilitystrong social skills development

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in St John

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 St John (50–139 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in St John based on parent reviews

Cherie'S Garden In The Gates

4.8(19)

10750 Arbor Lane, St. John, IN

Cherie's Garden receives universally positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, child development, and welcoming environment. Parents report their children are excited to attend, form strong bonds with teachers, and arrive at kindergarten well-prepared. The facility is noted for responsive communication, flexibility with scheduling, and creating a safe, nurturing atmosphere.

Caring and dedicated staffstrong parent-child bonds with teachersexcellent child development and academic preparation

Li'L Rascals

4.7(12)

10641 Thielen Street, St. John, IN

Parents consistently praise Li'l Rascals for its warm, nurturing environment and experienced staff who genuinely know each child. Children are reported to love attending daily, with parents appreciating the balance of learning, social development, and play without high-pressure academics. The facility is described as clean, community-oriented, and providing excellent daily communication with families.

Friendly and professional stafflow staff turnoverclean facility

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Child Daycare & Preschools in St John, Indiana

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in St John, 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 St John have an average rating of 4.75 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.75 stars. Our analysis covers 31 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in St John, 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 St John

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Cherie'S Garden In The Gates
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Cherie's Garden receives universally positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, child development, and welcoming environment. Parents report their children are excited to attend, form strong bonds with teachers, and arrive at kindergarten well-prepared. The facility is noted for responsive communication, flexibility with scheduling, and creating a safe, nurturing atmosphere.

Caring and dedicated staffstrong parent-child bonds with teachersexcellent child development and academic preparation
Address
10750 Arbor Lane, St. John, IN
Phone
(219) 365-9700
Li'L Rascals
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Li'l Rascals for its warm, nurturing environment and experienced staff who genuinely know each child. Children are reported to love attending daily, with parents appreciating the balance of learning, social development, and play without high-pressure academics. The facility is described as clean, community-oriented, and providing excellent daily communication with families.

Friendly and professional stafflow staff turnoverclean facility
Address
10641 Thielen Street, St. John, IN
Phone
(219) 365-3838

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in St John, Indiana. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in St John have an average Google rating of 4.75 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in St John, 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 St John for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in St John 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.