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Licensed Daycare in Indianapolis, Indiana

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Indianapolis?

Statewide averages in Indiana run roughly $970/month for infants and $750/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

Q: What staff-to-child ratios apply in Indianapolis daycares?

All licensed Indiana centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Indianapolis typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Indianapolis?

Indiana families can apply for Indiana Child Care Development Fund (CCDF) (intake: (800) 299-1627). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

48 licensed daycares in Indianapolis, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Indiana licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$970/mo

Indiana avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Indianapolis

ChildCare Aware reports the Indiana average full-time cost at $970/month for infant care and $750/month for preschool. City-level prices in Indianapolis vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.

The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. Indiana families may also qualify for Indiana Child Care Development Fund (CCDF) (intake: (800) 299-1627).

Full Indiana licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Indiana FSSA — Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:5
Preschool ratio: 1:10
Avg capacity: 63 kids

ZIP codes covered

46202 14 46219 13 46218 10 46221 8 46220 7 46208 6 46205 6 46241 5

Program types in Indianapolis

Licensed Group Child Care Home

Before & After School Care

6 centers

All Indianapolis licensed centers

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A Montessori

ABC Academy Indianapolis #438

Indianapolis

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 112

C Montessori

Carmel Childcare Academy #89

Indianapolis

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 19

C Montessori

Carmel Early Learning Center #97

Indianapolis

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 39

H Montessori

Hammond Little Scholars #190

Indianapolis

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 21

H Montessori

Hammond Sunflower Daycare #198

Indianapolis

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 26

I Montessori

Indianapolis KinderCare #430

Indianapolis

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 66

T Montessori

Terre Haute KinderCare #82

Indianapolis

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 21

T Montessori

Terre Haute Sunshine Daycare #74

Indianapolis

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 92

Open a listing for the full state-registry record — capacity, age range, contact info, and license issue date.

Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Indianapolis, Indiana?

Our directory lists 48 licensed childcare centers in Indianapolis, Indiana, sourced from Indiana FSSA — Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

What's the average daycare cost in Indianapolis?

Statewide averages in Indiana run roughly $970/month for infants and $750/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

What staff-to-child ratios apply in Indianapolis daycares?

All licensed Indiana centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Indianapolis typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Indianapolis?

Indiana families can apply for Indiana Child Care Development Fund (CCDF) (intake: (800) 299-1627). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.

How do I verify a Indianapolis daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Indiana FSSA — Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.