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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Waterloo, IN

Compare 1 child daycare & preschools in Waterloo. Average rating: 4.6/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Waterloo, Indiana at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.6/5
Parent reviews
20
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Waterloo has 1 licensed child daycare & preschools with 20 parent reviews averaging 4.6/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Waterloo

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.

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    First Beginnings Day Care Ministry
    4.55 score
    4.7(19)

    900 South Wayne Street, Waterloo, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    First Beginnings Day Care Ministry is a faith-based center in Waterloo, Indiana with excellent ratings. Parents consistently praise the welcoming community atmosphere, biblical teaching, and diverse programs and activities for all ages.

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Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Waterloo

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Waterloo, based on parent reviews

Headstart Programs

4.5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.7avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Waterloo (50–50 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Waterloo based on parent reviews

First Beginnings Day Care Ministry

4.7(19)

900 South Wayne Street, Waterloo, IN

First Beginnings Day Care Ministry is a faith-based center in Waterloo, Indiana with excellent ratings. Parents consistently praise the welcoming community atmosphere, biblical teaching, and diverse programs and activities for all ages.

welcoming and loving communitybiblical teachingfamily-oriented programs

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Daycare types in Waterloo

Child Daycare & Preschools 1Headstart Programs 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Waterloo, Indiana

There are 1 child daycare & preschools in Waterloo, Indiana, making up 50% of the 2 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Waterloo have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 20 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Waterloo, 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 Waterloo

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First Beginnings Day Care Ministry
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

First Beginnings Day Care Ministry is a faith-based center in Waterloo, Indiana with excellent ratings. Parents consistently praise the welcoming community atmosphere, biblical teaching, and diverse programs and activities for all ages.

welcoming and loving communitybiblical teachingfamily-oriented programs
Address
900 South Wayne Street, Waterloo, IN
Phone
(260) 837-5900

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 child daycare & preschools daycares in Waterloo, Indiana, out of 2 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Waterloo have an average Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Waterloo, 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
Waterloo offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 1 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 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 Waterloo for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Waterloo 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.