How do I choose the right daycare in New Albany?

When choosing a daycare in New Albany, 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

What types of daycare are available in New Albany?

New Albany offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 15 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.

Headstart Programs in New Albany, Indiana (2 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Indiana?

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 New Albany for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in New Albany

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.

One Giant Leap Child Care

4.64 score

4.8(20)

2669 B Charlestown Road, New Albany, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Parents consistently praise One Giant Leap as an exceptional daycare with caring, attentive staff led by owners Fatima and Nelson. Children thrive in a clean, well-organized facility with engaging activities, strong educational programming, and regular special events. Parents report feeling confident in their children's safety and development.

Caring and attentive staffcleanlinessstrong communication with parentsengaging activities and learning programs

Cheerful Children

4.39 score

4.6(9)

1615 Grantline Rd, New Albany, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 110 children

Cheerful Children receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the owners Jenny and Scotty, as well as the dedicated staff. Parents consistently highlight strong academics, excellent communication, low staff turnover, and genuine care for children. One negative review mentions cigarette smoke smell from staff.

caring and passionate owners and staffstrong educational curriculumexcellent parent communicationlow staff turnover

Malysz Norwood Daycare

4.14 score

4.2(13)

1707 Klerner Lane, New Albany, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 66 children

Parents consistently praise Malysz Norwood Daycare (also called Brighter Kids) for its caring staff, strong communication, and welcoming environment. Children reportedly adjust well and enjoy attending. The director Ms. Kim and teachers receive particular praise for their attentiveness and compassion.

Patient and caring staffexcellent daily communication via Brightwheel app with photos and updatesdirector goes above and beyondaccommodating to special needs

Kids First

4.07 score

4.1(14)

2780 Charlestown Road, New Albany, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

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 preparationsafe environment

Discovery Time II

4.05 score

4.1(5)

4010 Discovery Court, New Albany, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 110 children

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 programmingorganized themed events and field trips

Discovery Time II

4.05 score

4.1(5)

4000 Discovery Court, New Albany, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 54 children

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 tripsconvenient app for payments and communication

C2 Kids Care

4 score

4(5)

4920 Charlestown Road, New Albany, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

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 facilitylarge gym

Mount Tabor Wee Care

3.48 score

3.1(7)

918 Mount Tabor Road, New Albany, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Mount Tabor Wee Care receives mixed reviews with significant variation in parent experiences. While many parents praise the caring staff, director Megan, developmental readiness, and accommodating policies, serious concerns have been raised about staff conduct, child supervision, and administrative professionalism. The facility operates in a church basement with extended hours (6am-6pm) at approximately $118-121 per week.

Caring and attentive staffDirector Megan's

Kids Care Academy

3.36 score

3.2(20)

3510 St Joseph Rd, New Albany, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 80 children

Kids Care Academy receives mixed reviews with strong praise for classroom teachers, safety features, and child development outcomes, but significant concerns about management quality, staffing levels, and inconsistent care standards. Five parents gave 5-star ratings highlighting staff kindness, communication, and facility amenities, while three parents gave 2-star ratings citing management issues, understaffing, and care lapses.

Kind and caring classroom teachersbi

A Kid'S World INC. Child Care Center

2.64 score

2.3(20)

3215 Ballard Lane, New Albany, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 146 children

A Kids World receives highly polarized reviews, with strong positive feedback from most recent parents praising the owner Teddy, staff friendliness, cleanliness, and child development, contrasted by serious allegations from past parents regarding staff misconduct, safety concerns, bullying, and favoritism based on family connections or income.

Responsive and communicative ownerfriendly and professional staffclean facilityengaging activities

Headstart Programs in New Albany, Indiana

There are 2 headstart programs in New Albany, Indiana, making up 11% of the 18 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 New Albany, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in New Albany, Indiana, out of 18 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 New Albany, 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

New Albany offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 15 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 New Albany for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in New Albany 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.

2 Headstart Programs in New Albany, Indiana

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