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1 Church Daycare in Columbus, Indiana

Browse all 1 church daycare in Columbus, Indiana. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Columbus

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
    Kidz First Daycare Ministry
    4.45 score
    4.6(15)

    715 Mcclure Road A, Columbus, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Kidz First Daycare for its warm, caring staff who treat children with kindness and provide a nurturing environment. Families report children are happy, safe, and developing well socially and developmentally. The facility is noted for its security measures, diverse programming, and faith-based approach.

    Caring and warm staffkind discipline practicessecure facility with code entrysmall class sizes
  2. 2
    Kidz First Daycare Ministry
    4.45 score
    4.6(15)

    1245 Mcclure Road, Columbus, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Kidz First Daycare for its warm, caring staff who treat children with kindness and respect. Families report their children are happy, safe, and experiencing strong social and developmental growth. The facility is noted for its secure building, small classrooms, and varied programs including preschool, summer camps, and after-school care.

    Caring and kind staffsecure facility with code accesssmall class sizesstrong developmental outcomes
  3. 3
    Faith Lutheran Preschool And Extended Care
    4.33 score
    4.6(6)

    6000 West State Road 46, Columbus, IN · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Faith Lutheran Preschool receives mostly positive reviews praising the warm, welcoming church community and quality preschool program. The facility benefits from a supportive congregation and recent building expansion. One negative review reported pastor unavailability and alleged inappropriate behavior by a children's church leader.

    Warm and friendly communityquality preschool programsupportive congregationrecent facility expansion
  4. 4
    Children INC
    4 score
    4(20)

    715 Mcclure Rd, Columbus, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 241 children

    Children Inc in Columbus, Indiana receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the professional and caring staff, clean facilities, strong educational curriculum, and exceptional accommodation of children with special needs. The center provides peace of mind for working families through reliable care and family engagement activities.

    Professional and kind staffclean facilityspecial needs accommodationeducational programming
  5. 5
    Cummins Child Development Center
    3.53 score
    3.3(10)

    650 Pleasant Grove, Columbus, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 260 children

    Cummins Child Development Center has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviewers praise the caring teachers, safe facilities, and nurturing environment. Negative reviewers report poor management conduct, alleged discrimination against non-Cummins employee families, and unprofessional communication during incidents.

    caring and dedicated teacherssafe facilitiesclean environmentgood security

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Columbus based on parent reviews

Faith Lutheran Preschool And Extended Care

4.6(6)

6000 West State Road 46, Columbus, IN

Faith Lutheran Preschool receives mostly positive reviews praising the warm, welcoming church community and quality preschool program. The facility benefits from a supportive congregation and recent building expansion. One negative review reported pastor unavailability and alleged inappropriate behavior by a children's church leader.

Warm and friendly communityquality preschool programsupportive congregation

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Church Daycare in Columbus, Indiana

There are 1 church daycare in Columbus, Indiana, making up 6% of the 16 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 Columbus, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Church Daycare in Columbus

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Faith Lutheran Preschool And Extended Care
Church Daycare
4.6

Faith Lutheran Preschool receives mostly positive reviews praising the warm, welcoming church community and quality preschool program. The facility benefits from a supportive congregation and recent building expansion. One negative review reported pastor unavailability and alleged inappropriate behavior by a children's church leader.

Warm and friendly communityquality preschool programsupportive congregation
Address
6000 West State Road 46, Columbus, IN
Phone
(812) 342-3587

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 church daycare daycares in Columbus, Indiana, out of 16 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 Columbus, 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
Columbus offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 13 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Columbus for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Columbus 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.