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Best Headstart Programs in East Chicago, IN

Compare 1 headstart programs in East Chicago. Average rating: 4.17/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

East Chicago, Indiana at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.17/5
Parent reviews
15
Top rated (4.5+)
1

East Chicago offers 1 licensed headstart programs, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 4.17/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in East Chicago

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
    New Horizons Child Care Ministry INC.
    3.51 score
    3.2(8)

    3924-28 Main Street, East Chicago, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    New Horizons Child Care Ministry Inc. in East Chicago has highly polarized reviews. While a few parents praise the friendly staff and helpful service, the majority report serious concerns including poor communication, late/missing payments, unprofessional staff behavior, inadequate facility conditions, and lack of structure or proper protocols.

    Friendly staffhelpful agency

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in East Chicago

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in East Chicago, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.17avg rating
4 daycares · 3 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

East Chicago zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
463125
4.17
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in East Chicago (37–136 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

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Daycare types in East Chicago

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 1

Headstart Programs in East Chicago, Indiana

There are 1 headstart programs in East Chicago, Indiana, making up 20% of the 5 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 East Chicago have an average rating of 4.17 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.17 stars. Our analysis covers 15 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in East Chicago, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Headstart Programs in East Chicago

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Geminus Head Start Early Learning Academy
Headstart Programs

One parent describes their experience with GEMINUS HEAD START EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY as highly positive, noting that both of their children attended and now aged 6 and 10, they loved the program. The reviewer appreciated the teaching methods and felt the staff treated them like family.

Caring stafffamily-like treatmenteffective teaching methods
Address
1401 E 144th St, East Chicago, IN
Phone
(219) 391-6512

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in East Chicago, Indiana, out of 5 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 East Chicago have an average Google rating of 4.17 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in East Chicago, 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
East Chicago offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 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 East Chicago for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in East Chicago 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.