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Best Church Daycare in Decatur, IN

Compare 3 church daycare in Decatur. Average rating: 3.78/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Decatur, Indiana at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
3.78/5
Parent reviews
29
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Decatur has 3 licensed church daycare with 29 parent reviews averaging 3.78/5.The largest concentration is in 46733 with 8 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Decatur

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
    Kid'S First Child Care Ministry
    4.47 score
    4.7(10)

    502 West Monroe Street, Decatur, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with parents praising the welcoming atmosphere, caring pastoral staff (particularly Pastor Steve and Pastor Amy), and diverse community ministries. Parents appreciate the facility, multiple services, and various programs for different age groups and needs. One reviewer expressed concern about loss of traditional practices.

    Welcoming and inclusive atmospherecaring and compassionate pastoral staffdiverse ministries and activitiesnice facility
  2. 2
    Decatur Church Of God Day Care Ministry
    4.43 score
    4.6(13)

    1129 Mercer Avenue, Decatur, IN · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Reviews are not from parents about daycare services. Instead, reviews describe the church itself, praising its worship experience, pastor, and welcoming community. No actual daycare experiences or child care services are mentioned in any reviews.

    Welcoming congregationquality worship servicesgood preachingfriendly staff

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Decatur

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
3
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.85avg rating
5 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

3.73avg rating
3 daycares · 3 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Decatur zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
467338
3.78
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Decatur (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

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Medium

31–75 children

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Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Decatur based on parent reviews

Decatur Church Of God Day Care Ministry

4.6(13)

1129 Mercer Avenue, Decatur, IN

Reviews are not from parents about daycare services. Instead, reviews describe the church itself, praising its worship experience, pastor, and welcoming community. No actual daycare experiences or child care services are mentioned in any reviews.

Welcoming congregationquality worship servicesgood preaching

St. Joseph Daycare Ministry

3.6(4)

115 North 4th Street, Decatur, IN

One parent describes the facility as highly enjoyable, while other reviewers express strong dissatisfaction with staff conduct and administrative transparency. Critics allege that leadership ignores student concerns, favors teachers, and attempts to conceal issues, leading to a lack of recommendation from those individuals.

Fun and engaging environment

St. Mark'S Preschool And Child Care Ministry

3(2)

546 West U.S. Highway 224, Decatur, IN

One parent highly recommends the facility, noting that their children loved the program and were excited to attend. In contrast, another parent reports a severely negative experience, citing inappropriate medical advice from staff regarding their child.

highly recommendedchildren loved the programchildren were excited to attend

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Daycare types in Decatur

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Church Daycare 3

Church Daycare in Decatur, Indiana

There are 3 church daycare in Decatur, Indiana, making up 38% of the 8 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 Decatur have an average rating of 3.78 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 40% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.85 stars. Our analysis covers 29 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Decatur, 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 Decatur

Showing 3 results

Decatur Church Of God Day Care Ministry
Church Daycare
4.6

Reviews are not from parents about daycare services. Instead, reviews describe the church itself, praising its worship experience, pastor, and welcoming community. No actual daycare experiences or child care services are mentioned in any reviews.

Welcoming congregationquality worship servicesgood preaching
Address
1129 Mercer Avenue, Decatur, IN
Phone
(260) 724-2580
St. Joseph Daycare Ministry
Church Daycare
3.6

One parent describes the facility as highly enjoyable, while other reviewers express strong dissatisfaction with staff conduct and administrative transparency. Critics allege that leadership ignores student concerns, favors teachers, and attempts to conceal issues, leading to a lack of recommendation from those individuals.

Fun and engaging environment
Address
115 North 4th Street, Decatur, IN
Phone
(260) 724-2737
St. Mark'S Preschool And Child Care Ministry
Church Daycare
3

One parent highly recommends the facility, noting that their children loved the program and were excited to attend. In contrast, another parent reports a severely negative experience, citing inappropriate medical advice from staff regarding their child.

highly recommendedchildren loved the programchildren were excited to attend
Address
546 West U.S. Highway 224, Decatur, IN
Phone
(260) 724-8082

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 church daycare daycares in Decatur, Indiana, out of 8 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 Decatur have an average Google rating of 3.78 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 40% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Decatur, 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
Decatur offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 3 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 Decatur for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Decatur 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.