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Best Headstart Programs in Merrillville, IN

Compare 2 headstart programs in Merrillville. Average rating: 4.02/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Merrillville, Indiana at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.02/5
Parent reviews
100
Top rated (4.5+)
5

Merrillville has 2 licensed headstart programs with 100 parent reviews averaging 4.02/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 45% of rated programs, well above average.The largest concentration is in 46410 with 13 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Merrillville

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
    Crc'S Kids World Daycare D/B/A: Kids World
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    805 West 57th Avenue, Merrillville, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    The reviews provided are for Christian Revival Center church, not for CRC's Kids World Daycare. No actual daycare reviews are available to summarize.

    None mentioned
  2. 2
    Tiny Temples Child Care Academy
    4.64 score
    4.9(12)

    7601 Whitcomb Street, Merrillville, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Unable to provide daycare summary. The reviews provided are for Christ Church, a religious institution in Merrillville, Indiana, not for Tiny Temples Child Care Academy. No actual daycare reviews are available to summarize.

    None - reviews are for a churchnot the daycare
  3. 3
    Tradewinds Services INC./Little Treasures Childcare
    4.16 score
    4.2(20)

    3198 E 83rd Place, Merrillville, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 68 children

    Tradewinds Services Inc./Little Treasures Childcare receives consistently positive feedback with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the caring, helpful staff, beautiful facility, and structured environment suitable for various needs including children with autism and adults requiring day programs.

    Friendly and caring staffresponsive communicationbeautiful propertystructured environment
  4. 4
    Good Shepherd Day Care
    4 score
    4(13)

    9000 Taft Street, Merrillville, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 202 children

    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 parentsquality curriculum
  5. 5
    All About Children INC.
    3.71 score
    3.5(7)

    7122 Broadway, Merrillville, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 54 children

    All About Children Inc. receives mixed reviews with stark contrasts. Positive reviews praise the friendly, attentive staff and warm family atmosphere, while negative reviews cite serious concerns including unexplained injuries to children, inadequate supervision, unprofessional conduct, poor hygiene, and disputes over payment withholding belongings.

    Friendly and attentive staffcaring environmentgood learning spacefamily-oriented atmosphere
  6. 6
    Village Park Child Care Center INC.
    3.13 score
    2.7(10)

    7440a Broadway, Merrillville, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 85 children

    Village Park Child Care Center has undergone recent management and ownership changes, with some parents reporting improvements in staff and curriculum. However, the center has a mixed reputation with serious allegations of staff misconduct, poor customer service, and inadequate care practices from multiple parents.

    New management and ownershipfriendly and helpful staffhands-on learning curriculumsafe environment
  7. 7
    Happy Days Childcare - North
    2.93 score
    2.4(10)

    6111 Harrison St., Suite 145, Merrillville, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 107 children

    Happy Days Childcare - North has highly polarized reviews. While some parents praise individual teachers (particularly Mrs. Allen) and report long-term satisfaction, numerous recent complaints document serious concerns including child neglect, inadequate supervision, unprofessional staff behavior, and allegations of physical punishment that were not properly reported to authorities or parents.

    Experienced teacher Mrs. Allenlong-term client retentionsafe and famil

Rating Distribution

Based on 11 daycares with Google ratings in Merrillville

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
3

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.92avg rating
10 daycares · 10 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Merrillville zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
4641013
4.02
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Merrillville (40–202 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

1

Map

Daycare types in Merrillville

Child Daycare & Preschools 10Headstart Programs 2Before or After School Daycare 1

Headstart Programs in Merrillville, Indiana

There are 2 headstart programs in Merrillville, Indiana, making up 15% of the 13 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 Merrillville have an average rating of 4.02 out of 5 across 11 rated facilities, with 45% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 100 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Merrillville, 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 Merrillville

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Geminus Head Start - Iddings
Headstart Programs

One reviewer gives a rating of 1/5, describing the organization as an Indiana non-profit community center and explicitly advising potential families against choosing it. No positive feedback is provided in the available review.

Address
7249 Van Buren, Merrillville, IN
Phone
(219) 472-0542
Geminus Head Start - Merrillville High School
Headstart Programs

One parent gives the program a 1-star rating, explicitly advising against attending. The review describes the organization as a non-profit community center without providing specific details about the childcare experience or facilities.

Address
276 E 68th Place, Merrillville, IN
Phone
(219) 648-2901

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in Merrillville, Indiana, out of 13 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 Merrillville have an average Google rating of 4.02 out of 5 across 11 rated facilities. About 45% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Merrillville, 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
Merrillville offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 10 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 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 Merrillville for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Merrillville 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.