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15 Before or After School Daycare in Fort Wayne, Indiana

Browse all 15 before or after school daycare in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Fort Wayne

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
    Kids Zone
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    4145 Hessen Cassel Rd, Fort Wayne, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 38 children

    Kids Zone is a highly-rated bilingual daycare center in Fort Wayne where all reviewers gave 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the caring, attentive staff, strong communication, bilingual Spanish instruction, and structured learning environment that helps children develop confidence and academic skills.

    Caring and nurturing staffbilingual Spanish programstructured yet fun learning activitiesexcellent communication via ProCare app and direct teacher contact
  2. 2

    917 West Jefferson Boulevard, Fort Wayne, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Reviews provided are for Emmanuel Lutheran Church, not the Early Childhood Ministry daycare program specifically. Reviewers praise the church's theology, pastoral care, community programs, and welcoming atmosphere, but no substantive feedback on the daycare services is available.

    Kind and caring staffbeautiful facilitiesstrong community involvementfood bank assistance program
  3. 3

    4700 Vance Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Good Shepherd Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the quality and dedication of teachers and staff. Parents highlight the safe environment, family involvement events, and their children's enjoyment of the program. The facility is noted as welcoming to families of all backgrounds.

    Excellent and caring teacherssafe environmentfamily involvement eventsexperienced staff
  4. 4

    3032 Smith Street, Fort Wayne, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Reviews praise Community Baptist Child Care Ministries for its clean facility, welcoming atmosphere, and spiritual environment. Parents highlight the pastor, first lady, and staff member Rochelle as caring and servant-minded. The center is described as a place of love and unity.

    Clean facilitywelcoming staffspiritual focuscaring pastor and first lady
  5. 5
    Bethel Daycare Ministry
    4.51 score
    4.7(13)

    8405 Lima Road, Fort Wayne, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Bethel Daycare Ministry receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, clean facility, comprehensive curriculum with daily activities, reasonable pricing, and included meals and supplies. Children are reported to be happy and well-cared for.

    Caring and attentive staffclean facilitypreschool curriculum offered dailyreasonable pricing
  6. 6
    Kiddie Prep School
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    8611 Mayhew Road, Fort Wayne, IN · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 226 children

    Parents consistently praise Kiddie Prep School for its safe, caring environment with a strong faith-based curriculum. Reviews highlight engaged staff, outdoor activities, behavioral support services, and children's genuine enthusiasm about attending. All 10 reviews gave 5-star ratings.

    Faith-based educationcaring and invested staffemphasis on outdoor playemotional intelligence and behavioral support
  7. 7
    Taylor Chapel Preschool
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    10145 Maysville Road, Fort Wayne, IN · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Taylor Chapel Preschool for its caring, dedicated staff who create a welcoming and nurturing environment. Children show significant academic and social growth, with smooth transitions to kindergarten, and parents appreciate the flexible before/after care hours and responsive communication through the app.

    Caring and loving staffstrong academic preparationsocial-emotional growthwelcoming environment
  8. 8

    3420 East Paulding Road, Fort Wayne, IN · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Covenant Christian Academy Daycare Preschool is a church-based program in Fort Wayne, Indiana that receives consistently positive feedback. Parents appreciate the Christian learning environment, caring staff, and spiritual focus. The facility is described as welcoming and supportive for both children and families.

    Christian education and valuescaring and blessing staffwelcoming and loving environmentspiritual growth focus
  9. 9
    Emmaus Lutheran School
    4.42 score
    4.6(12)

    8626 Covington Road, Fort Wayne, IN · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Emmaus Lutheran School receives consistently high praise from parents for its Christ-centered curriculum, qualified teachers, and family-like atmosphere. Parents highlight the school's educational quality, field trips, outdoor learning, and welcoming staff. The program is described as well-organized with flexible scheduling and strong community values.

    Christ-centered educationqualified teachers with 4-year degreestop-rated curriculumflexible scheduling
  10. 10

    1200 South Barr, Fort Wayne, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 42 children

    Parents praise this center as a valuable community resource with dedicated, friendly staff committed to student success. Reviews highlight affordable pricing, real-world learning opportunities, and supportive environment for diverse learners including English language learners. The facility offers early childhood care alongside career training programs for high school students.

    Affordable pricingdedicated and friendly staffsupportive environment for English language learnersreal-world learning opportunities

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Fort Wayne based on parent reviews

Good Shepherd Preschool

5(6)

4700 Vance Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN

Good Shepherd Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the quality and dedication of teachers and staff. Parents highlight the safe environment, family involvement events, and their children's enjoyment of the program. The facility is noted as welcoming to families of all backgrounds.

Excellent and caring teacherssafe environmentfamily involvement events

Kiddie Prep School

4.6(20)

8611 Mayhew Road, Fort Wayne, IN

Parents consistently praise Kiddie Prep School for its safe, caring environment with a strong faith-based curriculum. Reviews highlight engaged staff, outdoor activities, behavioral support services, and children's genuine enthusiasm about attending. All 10 reviews gave 5-star ratings.

Faith-based educationcaring and invested staffemphasis on outdoor play

Taylor Chapel Preschool

4.6(20)

10145 Maysville Road, Fort Wayne, IN

Parents consistently praise Taylor Chapel Preschool for its caring, dedicated staff who create a welcoming and nurturing environment. Children show significant academic and social growth, with smooth transitions to kindergarten, and parents appreciate the flexible before/after care hours and responsive communication through the app.

Caring and loving staffstrong academic preparationsocial-emotional growth

Covenant Christian Academy Daycare Preschool

4.6(20)

3420 East Paulding Road, Fort Wayne, IN

Covenant Christian Academy Daycare Preschool is a church-based program in Fort Wayne, Indiana that receives consistently positive feedback. Parents appreciate the Christian learning environment, caring staff, and spiritual focus. The facility is described as welcoming and supportive for both children and families.

Christian education and valuescaring and blessing staffwelcoming and loving environment

Anthony Wayne Preschool

5(4)

6012 South Bend Drive, Fort Wayne, IN

Emmaus Lutheran School

4.6(12)

8626 Covington Road, Fort Wayne, IN

Emmaus Lutheran School receives consistently high praise from parents for its Christ-centered curriculum, qualified teachers, and family-like atmosphere. Parents highlight the school's educational quality, field trips, outdoor learning, and welcoming staff. The program is described as well-organized with flexible scheduling and strong community values.

Christ-centered educationqualified teachers with 4-year degreestop-rated curriculum

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Before or After School Daycare in Fort Wayne, Indiana

There are 15 before or after school daycare in Fort Wayne, Indiana, making up 23% of the 65 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 Fort Wayne, 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 Fort Wayne

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Messiah Lutheran Preschool And Childcare
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
7211 Stellhorn Road, Fort Wayne, IN
Phone
(260) 485-4613
Anthony Wayne Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
6012 South Bend Drive, Fort Wayne, IN
Phone
(260) 458-1301
First Presbyterian Day School Ministry
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
300 West Wayne Street, Fort Wayne, IN
Phone
(260) 426-7421
Praise Pointe Kids Preschool At Saint Joseph Umc
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
6004 Reed Road, Fort Wayne, IN
Phone
(260) 485-9681
Good Shepherd Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
5

Good Shepherd Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the quality and dedication of teachers and staff. Parents highlight the safe environment, family involvement events, and their children's enjoyment of the program. The facility is noted as welcoming to families of all backgrounds.

Excellent and caring teacherssafe environmentfamily involvement events
Address
4700 Vance Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN
Phone
(260) 483-6454
Martin Luther King Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
4.8
Address
6001 South Anthony, Fort Wayne, IN
Phone
(260) 423-4333
Kiddie Prep School
Before or After School Daycare
4.6

Parents consistently praise Kiddie Prep School for its safe, caring environment with a strong faith-based curriculum. Reviews highlight engaged staff, outdoor activities, behavioral support services, and children's genuine enthusiasm about attending. All 10 reviews gave 5-star ratings.

Faith-based educationcaring and invested staffemphasis on outdoor play
Address
8611 Mayhew Road, Fort Wayne, IN
Phone
(260) 485-7951
Emmaus Lutheran School
Before or After School Daycare
4.6

Emmaus Lutheran School receives consistently high praise from parents for its Christ-centered curriculum, qualified teachers, and family-like atmosphere. Parents highlight the school's educational quality, field trips, outdoor learning, and welcoming staff. The program is described as well-organized with flexible scheduling and strong community values.

Christ-centered educationqualified teachers with 4-year degreestop-rated curriculum
Address
8626 Covington Road, Fort Wayne, IN
Phone
(260) 459-7722
Taylor Chapel Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
4.6

Parents consistently praise Taylor Chapel Preschool for its caring, dedicated staff who create a welcoming and nurturing environment. Children show significant academic and social growth, with smooth transitions to kindergarten, and parents appreciate the flexible before/after care hours and responsive communication through the app.

Caring and loving staffstrong academic preparationsocial-emotional growth
Address
10145 Maysville Road, Fort Wayne, IN
Phone
(260) 415-4153
Covenant Christian Academy Daycare Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
4.6

Covenant Christian Academy Daycare Preschool is a church-based program in Fort Wayne, Indiana that receives consistently positive feedback. Parents appreciate the Christian learning environment, caring staff, and spiritual focus. The facility is described as welcoming and supportive for both children and families.

Christian education and valuescaring and blessing staffwelcoming and loving environment
Address
3420 East Paulding Road, Fort Wayne, IN
Phone
(260) 441-0001
Crescent Avenue Weekday School
Before or After School Daycare
4.2

Crescent Avenue Weekday School receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the teaching quality, staff communication, and their children's enjoyment. Most reviewers report strong academic preparation and a welcoming environment. However, one parent expressed serious dissatisfaction, and another noted high staff turnover.

Strong academic preparationexcellent teacherspositive staff communication
Address
1232 Crescent Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN
Phone
(260) 423-4718
Little Thinkers School Of Early Learning
Before or After School Daycare
3.8

Little Thinkers School of Early Learning has highly polarized reviews. Three parents praise the clean facility, caring staff, educational activities, and their children's enthusiasm for attending. However, three parents report serious concerns including inadequate supervision, unfounded accusations against toddlers, inconsistent illness policies, alleged isolation of certain children, and state probation status.

Clean facilitycaring and friendly staffeducational curriculum
Address
2306 N Clinton St, Fort Wayne, IN
Phone
(260) 418-7368
Little Praisers Preschool & Child Care
Before or After School Daycare
3.8

Parents overwhelmingly praise the caring, engaging teachers and staff who create a loving environment where children thrive. However, some parents express concerns about administrative disorganization, communication issues, and food quality.

Caring and attentive teacherssafe and loving environmentchildren excited to attend
Address
1115 West Dupont Road, Fort Wayne, IN
Phone
(260) 490-9529
Mount Calvary Lutheran Childcare & Preschool Ministry
Before or After School Daycare
3.7
Address
1819 Reservation Drive, Fort Wayne, IN
Phone
(260) 747-4121
Saint Joseph Catholic Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2211 Brooklyn Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN
Phone
(260) 432-4000

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Frequently asked questions

There are 15 before or after school daycares in Fort Wayne, Indiana, out of 65 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 Fort Wayne, 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
Fort Wayne offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 42 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 6 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 15 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 Fort Wayne for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Fort Wayne 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.