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8 Child Daycare & Preschools in Terre Haute, Indiana

Browse all 8 child daycare & preschools in Terre Haute, Indiana. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Terre Haute

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
    United Child Care Center
    4.55 score
    5(6)

    2051 Beech Street, Terre Haute, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    United Child Care Center in Terre Haute receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the center's balance of education and care, with children feeling welcomed and treated like family. The director maintains relationships with former students, demonstrating long-term commitment to the children.

    caring staffwelcoming environmenteducational approachchildren feel happy and at home
  2. 2
    Maple Ave. Tree House Ccm
    4.31 score
    4.5(8)

    1203 Maple Avenue, Terre Haute, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Reviews are limited and appear to conflate the daycare with the affiliated church. Parents praise the music director and daycare director as great, with positive experiences related to community involvement through theater. One reviewer noted low child attendance as a concern.

    Friendly staffgreat music directorinvolved in community theaterwonderful experiences reported
  3. 3
    Mt. Pleasant Preschool
    4.16 score
    4.3(6)

    3050 East Davis Drive, Terre Haute, IN · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Mt. Pleasant Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring teachers, balanced academic and play-based learning, and successful kindergarten preparation. Parents highlight the Christian environment and personalized attention to individual child development. One parent reported the facility was not equipped to handle special needs.

    caring and empathetic teacherspersonalized learning pacegood balance of academics and playChristian atmosphere
  4. 4
    Small World Learning Center
    4 score
    4(8)

    2620 Ohio Blvd, Terre Haute, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Small World Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and professional staff, structured learning activities, and clean facilities. Parents report their children are happy and well-engaged in age-appropriate programs. One negative review cited unprofessional behavior from an administrative staff member.

    Caring and attentive staffoutdoor play and exercise opportunitiesage-grouped learningstructured educational activities (ABCs and other learning)
  5. 5
    Vigo County Head Start
    4 score
    4(6)

    705 S 5th Street, Terre Haute, IN · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 190 children

    Parents praise the staff's kindness, energy, and dedication to student success, with multiple 5-star reviews highlighting the welcoming atmosphere and supportive teachers. However, one parent expressed significant dissatisfaction with the program's structure and operations, noting it functions independently from the school district which created complications. Enrollment requires application through a point-based waitlist system with specific income guidelines and documentation requirements.

    Welcoming atmospherekind and amazing staffteachers go out of their way to helpsupportive of child success

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Terre Haute based on parent reviews

United Child Care Center

5(6)

2051 Beech Street, Terre Haute, IN

United Child Care Center in Terre Haute receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the center's balance of education and care, with children feeling welcomed and treated like family. The director maintains relationships with former students, demonstrating long-term commitment to the children.

caring staffwelcoming environmenteducational approach

Maple Ave. Tree House Ccm

4.5(8)

1203 Maple Avenue, Terre Haute, IN

Reviews are limited and appear to conflate the daycare with the affiliated church. Parents praise the music director and daycare director as great, with positive experiences related to community involvement through theater. One reviewer noted low child attendance as a concern.

Friendly staffgreat music directorinvolved in community theater

Small World Learning Center

4(8)

2620 Ohio Blvd, Terre Haute, IN

Small World Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and professional staff, structured learning activities, and clean facilities. Parents report their children are happy and well-engaged in age-appropriate programs. One negative review cited unprofessional behavior from an administrative staff member.

Caring and attentive staffoutdoor play and exercise opportunitiesage-grouped learning

Little Life Day Care Ministry

3.3

7900 Wabash Avenue, Terre Haute, IN

Isu Ecec Infant Toddler Program

5

100 Farrington St, Terre Haute, IN

Kiddie Carousel

3(1)

4100 South 7th Street, Terre Haute, IN

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Daycare types in Terre Haute

Child Daycare & Preschools 8Headstart Programs 2Before or After School Daycare 2

Child Daycare & Preschools in Terre Haute, Indiana

There are 8 child daycare & preschools in Terre Haute, Indiana, making up 67% of the 12 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 Terre Haute, 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 Terre Haute

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United Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

United Child Care Center in Terre Haute receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the center's balance of education and care, with children feeling welcomed and treated like family. The director maintains relationships with former students, demonstrating long-term commitment to the children.

caring staffwelcoming environmenteducational approach
Address
2051 Beech Street, Terre Haute, IN
Phone
(812) 232-2546
Isu Ecec Infant Toddler Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
100 Farrington St, Terre Haute, IN
Phone
(812) 237-2547
Maple Ave. Tree House Ccm
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Reviews are limited and appear to conflate the daycare with the affiliated church. Parents praise the music director and daycare director as great, with positive experiences related to community involvement through theater. One reviewer noted low child attendance as a concern.

Friendly staffgreat music directorinvolved in community theater
Address
1203 Maple Avenue, Terre Haute, IN
Phone
(812) 235-2771
Small World Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Small World Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and professional staff, structured learning activities, and clean facilities. Parents report their children are happy and well-engaged in age-appropriate programs. One negative review cited unprofessional behavior from an administrative staff member.

Caring and attentive staffoutdoor play and exercise opportunitiesage-grouped learning
Address
2620 Ohio Blvd, Terre Haute, IN
Phone
(812) 235-3228
Little Life Day Care Ministry
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3
Address
7900 Wabash Avenue, Terre Haute, IN
Phone
(812) 877-9494
Kiddie Carousel
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
4100 South 7th Street, Terre Haute, IN
Phone
(812) 235-0290
Union Hospital Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1729 North Sixth Street, Terre Haute, IN
Phone
(812) 238-7304
Little Life Daycare Too
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1851 Chamberlain Road, Terre Haute, IN
Phone
(812) 917-2200

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Frequently asked questions

There are 8 child daycare & preschools daycares in Terre Haute, Indiana, out of 12 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 Terre Haute, 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
Terre Haute offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Terre Haute for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Terre Haute 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.