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Best Before or After School Daycare in West Lafayette, IN

Compare 2 before or after school daycare in West Lafayette. Average rating: 4.52/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

West Lafayette, Indiana at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.52/5
Parent reviews
97
Top rated (4.5+)
3

West Lafayette has 2 licensed before or after school daycare with 97 parent reviews averaging 4.52/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 47906 zip code, averaging 4.52 stars across 9 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in West Lafayette

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
    Future Scholars Ministry
    4.64 score
    5(9)

    2336 Northwestern Avenue, West Lafayette, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Future Scholars Ministry receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents highlight the caring staff who treat children like family, the children's enthusiasm for attending, and the quality of early learning and preparation for elementary school. The facility is noted for being particularly skilled with children who have special needs.

    Caring and qualified staffchildren enjoy attendingfamily-like treatmentknowledgeable about special needs
  2. 2
    Brookshire Learning Center
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    1788 Sagamore Parkway West, West Lafayette, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 228 children

    Brookshire Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who have used the facility for multiple years. Parents highlight exceptional staff, diverse activities and amenities, strong communication, and affordable pricing. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show academic readiness upon entering kindergarten.

    Caring and attentive staff with low turnovervariety of indoor and outdoor play spacesoptional extracurricular activitiesexcellent communication and daily updates
  3. 3
    Just Us Kids
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    1494 Kalberer Road, West Lafayette, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 200 children

    Just Us Kids receives consistently excellent ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and strong communication. Parents highlight the safe, clean facility, educational activities, and genuine care shown by teachers and directors who know all children by name. The center is particularly noted for accommodating diverse needs and fostering children's development and happiness.

    Caring and professional staffexcellent communication via appresponsive to parent inquiriesclean facility
  4. 4
    Future Scholars
    3.52 score
    3.4(20)

    2363 Yeager Rd., West Lafayette, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 70 children

    Future Scholars Academy in West Lafayette receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All 10 recent reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents praising the caring staff, engaging learning activities, and strong parent-teacher communication. Children reportedly thrive academically and emotionally, with parents expressing high trust and satisfaction.

    friendly and caring staffstrong parent-teacher communicationdaily photo and activity updatesacademic learning (letters

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in West Lafayette

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in West Lafayette, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.52avg rating
8 daycares · 5 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

West Lafayette zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
479069
4.52
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in West Lafayette (70–228 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

3

Map

Daycare types in West Lafayette

Child Daycare & Preschools 8Before or After School Daycare 2

Before or After School Daycare in West Lafayette, Indiana

There are 2 before or after school daycare in West Lafayette, Indiana, making up 20% of the 10 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 West Lafayette have an average rating of 4.52 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 60% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.52 stars. Our analysis covers 97 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in West Lafayette, 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 West Lafayette

Showing 2 results

Ben And Maxine Miller Child Development Laboratory School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1200 West State Street, West Lafayette, IN
Phone
(765) 494-0230
Dayspring Daycare & Preschool Ministry
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3504 Morehouse Road, West Lafayette, IN
Phone
(765) 463-7700

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 before or after school daycares in West Lafayette, Indiana, out of 10 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 West Lafayette have an average Google rating of 4.52 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 60% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in West Lafayette, 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
West Lafayette offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 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 West Lafayette for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in West Lafayette 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.