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940 Child Daycare & Preschools in Indiana

Browse 940 child daycare & preschools across Indiana. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Indiana

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Indiana can make the decision-making process smoother.

Indiana has about 1,415 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Indiana. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Indiana

There are 1,415 daycares in Indiana: 150 headstart facilities, 218 before/after school centers, 107 religious facility daycares, and 940 childcare and preschool centers.

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Huffer Memorial Children'S Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Huffer Memorial Children's Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the staff's care, child development, and friendly atmosphere. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about the organization's nonprofit status and lack of male staff members.

Outstanding and friendly staffexcellent child development and structuregreat care for children of different ages
Address
2000 North Elgin, Muncie, IN
Phone
(765) 289-0409
Covenant Christian Early Learning Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise Covenant Christian Early Learning Place for exceptional, professional care and a warm, family-like environment. Staff are described as caring, attentive, and well-trained, with strong communication and age-appropriate learning activities. Children show measurable developmental progress and genuine affection for the facility.

Professional and caring staffsafe environmentclean facilities
Address
2451 South Walnut Street Pike, Bloomington, IN
Phone
(812) 331-1907
Rainbow Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Rainbow Child Care Center in Warsaw receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews highlight the caring and experienced staff, effective communication through their app, and developmental focus on cognitive, social, and physical skills. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared for, and excited to attend.

Patient and supportive staffeffective parent communication via app and in-personstructured lesson plans and developmental activities
Address
62 Capital Dr, Warsaw, IN
Phone
(833) 905-3276
Trinity Children'S Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

One parent highlights the bilingual church setting, welcoming Latino community, and family-oriented spaces, while another offers a brief positive note. A separate review strongly criticizes the center for lacking inclusivity for Black children and children of color, explicitly stating they would not recommend the facility.

bilingual servicesLatino community integrationfamily-friendly environment
Address
8540 East 16th Street, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 897-0243
Kids First
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise Kids First for its warm, caring staff and safe, clean environment. Children are well-prepared for school and parents report feeling confident leaving their kids in this facility's care. The daycare offers reasonable pricing and maintains strong communication with families.

caring and warm staffclean facilityexcellent preschool preparation
Address
2780 Charlestown Road, New Albany, IN
Phone
(812) 944-7777
Discovery Time II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Discovery Time II receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, personalized attention, and engaging activities. Parents highlight the facility's ability to balance a large center feel with small daycare warmth, comprehensive programming including summer camp and family events, and convenient app-based communication. Multiple families report long-term enrollment and high satisfaction with their children's experiences.

Kind and caring staffpersonalized attention to childrenengaging activities and summer programming
Address
4010 Discovery Court, New Albany, IN
Phone
(812) 944-7529
Discovery Time II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Discovery Time II is highly praised by parents for its caring staff, personalized attention to children, and engaging activities. Parents appreciate the small daycare feel despite its larger size, organized programming including themed summer camps, and convenient app-based communication. Multiple families report long-term enrollment and would recommend the facility.

Kind and attentive staffpersonalized careengaging activities and summer camp programming with field trips
Address
4000 Discovery Court, New Albany, IN
Phone
(812) 944-7529
Logansport Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

One parent describes the staff as chill and nice, though they report being kicked out of the parking lot. Another review cites rude and unprofessional behavior from a staff member named Deb Baker during an application inquiry.

chill staffnice environment
Address
201 Burlington Ave, Logansport, IN
Phone
(574) 516-1616
The Arc Of Evansville Child Life Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

The Arc of Evansville Child Life Center is highly regarded for serving adults with disabilities through their day program. Parents and families praise the caring staff, clean facility, and positive impact on participants' social engagement and well-being. The organization is recognized as a valuable community resource.

Amazing and caring staffclean well-maintained facilitystrong music therapy program
Address
615 West Virginia Street, Evansville, IN
Phone
(812) 428-5433
Daystar Infant Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Daystar Infant Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with reviewers emphasizing trustworthiness, quality care, and loving staff across multiple years of enrollment. Parents highlight the center's cleanliness, professional environment, and positive impact on child development, with one external speech therapist also endorsing it as 'the best daycare I've ever seen.'

Trustworthy staffloving and caring teachershigh-quality infant care
Address
57 N Rural St, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 261-0831
Day Early Learning - Iu Health
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Day Early Learning - IU Health receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the friendly staff, good communication, and kindergarten preparation. However, some recent concerns have emerged regarding app communication consistency, child hygiene/appearance, and organizational policy changes that have reduced extracurricular opportunities.

Friendly and exceptional staffregular communication with parents via app and updateschildren well-prepared for kindergarten
Address
2140 Boulevard Place, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 283-3838
Rainbow Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise Rainbow Child Development Center (now operating as KinderCare) for its caring and interactive staff, strong communication through the app with regular updates and photos, and safe, nurturing environment. The facility is noted for significant improvements since transitioning to KinderCare management, with particular recognition for Director Tiana/Stephanie Fischer's leadership and the dedication of individual teachers.

Caring and friendly staffeffective communication via app with photos and activity updateschildren enjoy attending and form friendships
Address
8259 Clearvista Parkway, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 598-4300
Children First Learning Center Foundation
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise Children First Learning Center for exceptional teacher care, strong academic instruction, and welcoming environment. Children show advanced learning outcomes including early reading and writing skills. Multiple families have enrolled siblings and recommend the center highly.

Caring and patient teachersstrong academic curriculum including early literacy and math skillsexcellent communication with parents
Address
807 Merrillville Road, Crown Point, IN
Phone
(219) 663-3678
Children First Learning Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise Children First Learning Center for exceptional teacher care, strong educational outcomes, and safe facilities. Children show significant academic progress from infancy through pre-K, and parents report feeling confident in their children's wellbeing and development.

Caring and patient teachersstrong academic learning and skill developmentexcellent communication with parents
Address
815 Merrillville Rd., Crown Point, IN
Phone
(219) 663-3678
Rosie'S Tiny Tots Daycare Ministry
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Rosie's Tiny Tots Daycare Ministry receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a family-oriented facility with excellent communication and educational focus. Parents highlight the welcoming environment, professional staff, and effective use of the BrightWheel app for updates. The center is noted for its spiritual approach, inclusive practices, and long-standing reputation in the community.

Strong parent-staff communicationsafety protocols (check-in/check-out system)educational curriculum (writing
Address
3764 North Leland Avenue, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 547-4720
Acts Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

A few parents describe ACTS Academy as a caring and educational environment where staff treat children like family, while one reviewer criticizes the facility as a money-hungry church.

Amazing educationstaff are personable and genuinely care about childrenteachers go above and beyond
Address
3740 South Dearborn, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 786-2287
Auntie Mame'S Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent highlights the center as an excellent choice that provides a safe, trusting environment and effectively teaches infants. Conversely, another review criticizes the facility for poor hygiene standards, including infants arriving soiled, missing children, and current operations being halted due to mold.

safe environmenttrusting atmosphereeffective teaching for infants
Address
3120 North Emerson Avenue, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 547-3551
Finding Me Now
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Finding Me Now receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple Indianapolis locations. Parents highlight the caring, dedicated staff, safe environment, and family-like atmosphere. Children show developmental progress and parents report feeling confident and at ease leaving their children in the center's care.

Caring and kind staffsafe environmentstrong communication
Address
2601 E Stop 11 Rd, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 851-8398
Little Friends Of God International Child Care Ministry ( Little Friends)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Little Friends is highly regarded by most parents for its caring staff, clean facilities, reasonable pricing, and family-oriented approach. However, significant communication issues have been reported by some parents, with non-functional phone numbers and difficulty reaching the daycare in emergencies.

Well-trained and nice teachersclean facilityreasonable prices
Address
8350 Ditch Road, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 228-9980
Kid-N-Play Childcare Ministry
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Kid-N-Play Childcare Ministry receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, educational focus on kindergarten preparation, quality meals, and child development. However, two negative reviews cite unprofessional staff behavior, enrollment fee disputes, and facility cleanliness concerns.

caring and loving staffkindergarten preparation focusregular parent communication
Address
6370 West 37th Street, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 986-6714
In His Arms Child Care Ministry
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

In His Arms Child Care Ministry receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, loving staff and comfortable environment. Parents report their children are learning, developing well, and thriving socially. One negative review mentions concerns about feeding practices and staff rudeness.

Caring and loving staffchildren feel comfortable and safestrong learning and development
Address
415 South Shortridge Road, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 357-3711
United Day Care Center Of Delaware Co. INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

United Day Care Center of Delaware Co. receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, well-trained staff and welcoming environment. Parents highlight the center's educational approach, support for children with special needs, and strong communication with families. Children are reported to enjoy attending and feel safe and loved.

Friendly and patient staffeducational curriculumsupport for children with autism and special needs
Address
312 South Vine Street, Muncie, IN
Phone
(765) 282-1742
Woodland Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents consistently praise Woodland Child Development Center for its clean, welcoming environment, caring and attentive staff, and quality educational programming. Reviewers highlight the center's focus on child development, safety, and strong communication with parents. Multiple families have enrolled children for extended periods, indicating high satisfaction and trust.

Caring and passionate staffclean facilitiesquality education and learning activities
Address
3027 J.F. Mahoney Drive, Hammond, IN
Phone
(219) 844-3603
Good Shepherd Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Good Shepherd Day Care receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, nurturing environment, and quality care. Parents report their children are well-loved and safe in the center's hands. One parent raised a serious concern about staff being required to pump breast milk in unsanitary locations in violation of Indiana state law.

Caring and loving staffnurturing environmentgood communication with parents
Address
9000 Taft Street, Merrillville, IN
Phone
(219) 769-3601
Little Angels LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Little Angels LLC receives consistently high praise from parents, with particular emphasis on the caring and dedicated staff, especially teacher Brandi Fariss. Parents highlight the clean environment, engaging learning activities including STEM projects, and positive developmental outcomes for children from toddler through school-age programs.

caring and patient staffclean and safe environmentengaging STEM and educational activities
Address
925 Hendricks Dr, Lebanon, IN
Phone
(765) 336-4411
R.O.C.K. Really Outrageous Christian Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

While one parent highlights the staff as positive and the program as a reasonably priced Christian after-school option, another parent reports severe issues including bullying, lack of intervention for special needs, and hostile administration. Specific concerns include unprofessional behavior by the director and inadequate safety measures for vulnerable children.

positive and fun staffencouraging environmentreasonably priced
Address
9644 Whitestown Road, Zionsville, IN
Phone
(317) 733-4081
A Kid'S World INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent describes a disappointing experience, stating that staff efforts to address children's needs were insufficient and suggesting the center gives up on children.

Address
4601 Hamburg Pike, Jeffersonville, IN
Phone
(812) 285-1008
Little U Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents consistently praise Growing Kids on Eastport (formerly Little U Academy) for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Children reportedly arrive excited each day and show strong academic and social-emotional development. Multiple parents highlight the center's effectiveness with potty training and individualized attention to each child's needs.

Caring and nurturing teachersstrong teacher-child bondsacademic readiness for kindergarten
Address
751 Eastport Centre Drive, Valparaiso, IN
Phone
(219) 477-5858
C2 Kids Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

C2 Kids Care receives mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise caring staff, good communication, clean facilities, and strong child development. Negative reviews cite staff turnover, poor communication in preschool rooms, inconsistent care (particularly regarding diaper changes), lack of individualized support for struggling children, and cleanliness concerns.

Caring and nurturing staffresponsive communication via appclean facility
Address
4920 Charlestown Road, New Albany, IN
Phone
(812) 725-0821
Rainbow Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents consistently praise Rainbow Child Care Center (now Brownsburg KinderCare) for its caring, engaged staff and nurturing environment. Under new director Erica's leadership since spring 2023, the facility has improved significantly with better communication, staff accountability, and diverse learning activities. Children show measurable growth in learning, behavior, and confidence while attending.

Caring and engaged staffstrong leadership under director Erica
Address
435 East Northfield Drive, Brownsburg, IN
Phone
(317) 350-2474

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Frequently asked questions

There are 940 child daycare & preschools daycares across Indiana. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Indiana are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Indiana's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Indiana, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Indiana sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Indiana vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.