Best Before or After School Daycare in Elkhart, IN
Compare 7 before or after school daycare in Elkhart. Average rating: 3.97/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Elkhart, Indiana at a glance
- Programs
- 7
- Avg rating
- 3.97/5
- Parent reviews
- 93
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 5
Elkhart has 7 licensed before or after school daycare with 93 parent reviews averaging 3.97/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 45% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 46517 (avg 4.73 stars), while 46514 has the largest selection (8 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Elkhart
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.
- 1Elkhart Child Development Center4.47 score4.8(7)
2121 Prairie Street, Elkhart, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 134 children
Parents consistently praise Elkhart Child Development Center for its caring, well-educated staff and warm family-like environment. Children show strong developmental progress including potty training and social skills, and most kids are reluctant to leave at pickup. The director Amber is specifically commended for her genuine investment in both children and staff.
Caring and empathetic staffcontinued education and certifications requiredinteractive teachingsafe and clean environment - 2Guardian Angel Child Care Ministry4.22 score4.4(6)
29718 County Road 18 West, Elkhart, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Guardian Angel Child Care Ministry has highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, faith-based curriculum, fair pricing, and family-like atmosphere, but two negative reviews cite staffing issues, inadequate one-on-one attention, and poor child care practices.
Caring and loving stafffair ratesfaith-based curriculum at no extra costsafe environment - 3Foundations Child Care Center INC4 score4(20)
1517 Grant St, Elkhart, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 85 children
Parents consistently praise Foundations Child Care Center for its caring, passionate staff who treat children like family. Reviews highlight strong communication, structured learning activities, security measures, and individualized attention to children's needs. The facility is noted for accepting children with special needs and maintaining long-term family relationships.
Caring and passionate staffexcellent parent communicationstructured learning and academic focussecure facility with cameras - 4Elkhart Community Schools Teenage Parent Program3.67 score3.4(6)
2424 California Road, Elkhart, IN · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 18 children
This school-based program has received mixed reviews with significant concerns raised by parents. Major issues include inadequate bullying intervention, administrative oversight gaps, and transportation failures. A few reviews appear to reference positive experiences or neutral sentiments about school assignments.
None clearly stated - 5Little Peoples Day Care3.49 score3.3(13)
519 10th St, Elkhart, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 88 children
Little Peoples Day Care receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, cleanliness, food quality, and happy children, with many calling it the best daycare in Elkhart. However, two negative reviews cite safety concerns, code violations, poor communication, and unprofessional management.
caring and friendly staffclean facilityquality foodchildren are happy
Rating Distribution
Based on 11 daycares with Google ratings in Elkhart
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Elkhart, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Elkhart zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46517 | 7 | 4.73 | 2 | |
| 46516 | 7 | 3.82 | 3 | |
| 46514 | 8 | 3.47 | 0 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Elkhart (17–248 children)
Small
up to 30 children
7
Medium
31–75 children
1
Large
76–150 children
5
Very Large
150+ children
1
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Elkhart based on parent reviews
Elkhart Community Schools Teenage Parent Program
2424 California Road, Elkhart, IN
This school-based program has received mixed reviews with significant concerns raised by parents. Major issues include inadequate bullying intervention, administrative oversight gaps, and transportation failures. A few reviews appear to reference positive experiences or neutral sentiments about school assignments.
Open Arms Child Care/Preschool Ministry
137 Division Street, Elkhart, IN
One parent gives a low rating and explicitly states they do not recommend the facility. No specific details regarding staff, curriculum, or safety were provided in the single review.
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Daycare types in Elkhart
Before or After School Daycare in Elkhart, Indiana
There are 7 before or after school daycare in Elkhart, Indiana, making up 32% of the 22 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 Elkhart have an average rating of 3.97 out of 5 across 11 rated facilities, with 45% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.37 stars. Our analysis covers 93 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Elkhart, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
All Before or After School Daycare in Elkhart
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This school-based program has received mixed reviews with significant concerns raised by parents. Major issues include inadequate bullying intervention, administrative oversight gaps, and transportation failures. A few reviews appear to reference positive experiences or neutral sentiments about school assignments.
- Address
- 2424 California Road, Elkhart, IN
- Phone
- (574) 262-5833
One parent gives a low rating and explicitly states they do not recommend the facility. No specific details regarding staff, curriculum, or safety were provided in the single review.
- Address
- 137 Division Street, Elkhart, IN
- Phone
- (574) 970-4309
- Address
- 23702 Arlene St, Elkhart, IN
- Phone
- (574) 283-8128
- Address
- 1220 County Rd 3, Elkhart, IN
- Phone
- (574) 283-8128
- Address
- 24975 Cty Rd 6, Elkhart, IN
- Phone
- (574) 283-8128
- Address
- 26665 Cr West, Elkhart, IN
- Phone
- (574) 283-8128
- Address
- 230 West Mishawaka Rd, Elkhart, IN
- Phone
- (574) 283-8128
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Frequently asked questions
- 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
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