Porter County Child Care Centers

Porter County childcare centers come in sizes, costs, and programs to fit all budgets and preferences. We know that parents are busy but that selecting the right daycare center or preschool is crucial. So we’ve gathered basic information for 34 child care centers in Porter County into a single location so that you are only a click away from basic information such as address, size, and licensing information that can help you refine your search. You can narrow down your search even further by selecting a zip code or a city from the list below. Need more assistance? Simply contact the child care referral agency or the licensing agency listed on the right!

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Top Childcare Centers in Porter County

Growing Kids Learning Center

Growing Kids Learning Center

Chesterton, IN 46304 | (219) 929-5559

As a licensed child care center, Growing Kids Learning Center meets or exceeds the most rigorous Indiana state licensing standards. Growing Kids provides early childhood education and childcare for ages six weeks old through school age. Our mission is to provide ...

Growing Kids Learning Center

Growing Kids Learning Center

Valparaiso, IN 46383 | (219) 462-7777

As a licensed child care center, Growing Kids Learning Center meets or exceeds the most rigorous Indiana state licensing standards. Growing Kids provides early childhood education and childcare for ages six weeks old through school age. Our mission is to provide ...

The Portage Child Care

The Portage Child Care

Portage, IN 46368 | (219) 762-8856

The Portage Child Care is a child care center offering day care for children age 2 through 12. A preschool only option is also available for parents. It is designed for parents that don't need day care but still want their child to receive an early childhood education. ...

Valparaiso Christian Academy

Valparaiso Christian Academy

Valparaiso, IN 46363 | (219) 548-5799

Our fully licensed and wholistic program addresses each child individually. Our mission is to build confidence and love of learning, giving students a solid foundation for a healthy and happy life. Our longtime teachers and staff are dedicated to helping each child ...

Geminus Head Start - South Haven

Geminus Head Start - South Haven

Valparaiso, IN 46385 | (219) 763-2666

Geminus Head Start is the Northwest Indiana leader in early childhood education, making a positive impact on families, children and staff through creative partnerships that inspire personal growth, foster empowerment and provide quality comprehensive services for all.

Little U Academy

Little U Academy

Valparaiso, IN 46383 | (219) 477-5858

Seeing your child grow and flourish physically, mentally, socially and emotionally gives parents a sense of accomplishment. Yet, providing for our children and family is the reason we work; that is where we can lend you a hand.  Parents will be able to focus ...

Wee Care Child Development Center, Ltd.

Wee Care Child Development Center, Ltd.

Valparaiso, IN 46385 | (219) 462-1214

At Wee Care Child Development Center, Inc., we emphasize a child's total development through a holistic approach that encompasses both the intellectual and the spiritual. We offer a holistic climate where children are loved and nurtured. This motivates children ...

Hilltop Neighborhood House, Inc.

Hilltop Neighborhood House, Inc.

Valparaiso, IN 46383 | (219) 477-4222

Our mission is to empower families to succeed throught Education, Supportive Services, Referrals, and Advocacy and Collaboration.

LaPetite Academy

LaPetite Academy

Chesterton, IN 46304 | (219) 983-1757

In the simplest terms, La Petite Academy provides educational child care. But our commitment to kids doesn’t stop there. We are passionate about providing your children with the tools they need to be successful in all aspects of their lives.

Crossroads Academy

Crossroads Academy

Portage, IN 46368 | (219) 762-2415

At Crossroads Academy children will discover a passion for learning and a joy for newly discovered independence as they work together with others in a positive, Christ centered and learning based environment. Contact our director, Emily Barnes, at 219-762-2415 ...

Ma's Li'L Champs Learning Academy

Ma's Li'L Champs Learning Academy

Portage, IN 46368 | (219) 763-0020

Ma's Li'L Champs Learning Acad is located in Portage, IN. It is a preschool that serves children ages 1-7. Ma's Li'L Champs Learning Acad has a capacity of 154 children.

Y Pre-School

Y Pre-School

Valparaiso, IN 46383 | (219) 464-9543

"The Valparaiso Family YMCA is an inclusive, interfaith, charitable organization founded in Christian principles and traditions, dedicated to instilling the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility, and providing for lifelong personal growth and the ...

Cynthia Hanlon

Cynthia Hanlon

Hebron, IN 46341 | (219) 996-6449

Cynthia Hanlon is a Unlicensed CCDF Certified Center/School in HEBRON IN, with a maximum capacity of 16 children. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Duneland Family YMCA - Brummitt Elementary

Duneland Family YMCA - Brummitt Elementary

Chesterton, IN 46304 | (219) 983-3660

Duneland Family YMCA - Brummitt Elementary is a Unlicensed CCDF Certified Center/School in Chesterton IN, with a maximum capacity of 225 children. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Forchetti Family YMCA Center for Early Learning

Forchetti Family YMCA Center for Early Learning

Chesterton, IN 46304 | (219) 926-4204

Forchetti Family YMCA Center for Early Learning is a Licensed Center in Chesterton IN, with a maximum capacity of 225 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of Infant-Toddler; Two-Five. The provider does not participate in a subsidized ...

Porter County Childcare Referral Agencies:

Workforce Development Services, Inc.

839 Broadway, Ste N-208
Gary IN 46402

Call (219) 882-0033
For more information, visit http://www.wdsgroup.org/

Indiana Child Care Licensing Agency

Indiana Family and Social Services Administration
Division of Family Resources
Bureau of Child Care
402 West Washington Street, Room W-361
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Phone: 317-232-1144
Toll Free: 877-511-1144
Web Site: http://www.in.gov/fssa/carefinder/2736.htm