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Licensed Daycare in Marion, Indiana

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

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 Marion 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 Marion typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Marion?

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 .

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Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$970/mo

Indiana avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Marion

ChildCare Aware reports the Indiana average full-time cost at $970/month for infant care and $750/month for preschool. City-level prices in Marion 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: 57 kids

ZIP codes covered

46952 6 46953 5

Program types in Marion

Infant & Toddler Center

2 centers

Before & After School Care

2 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

1 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

1 centers

All Marion licensed centers

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A Before/After School

ABC Academy Gary #219

Marion

School Age (5+) Cap 34

E Infant Care

Evansville Discovery Preschool #10

Marion

Preschool (2-5) Cap 76

F Group Care

Fishers Learning Center #115

Marion

School Age (5+) Cap 72

F Family Daycare

Fishers Playhouse Academy #114

Marion

School Age (5+) Cap 34

G Infant Care

Gary Precious Moments #220

Marion

Preschool (2-5) Cap 79

L Before/After School

La Petite Academy Evansville #9

Marion

School Age (5+) Cap 50

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Marion, Indiana?

Our directory lists 6 licensed childcare centers in Marion, 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 Marion?

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 Marion 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 Marion typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Marion?

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 Marion 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.