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Little Friends Family Childcare

5.0

Carrie cares for your child(ren) like they were her own. My kids love going to Miss Carrie's house everyday. Not only did they make a lot of new friends, they've also learned many valuable life skills along the way. I feel safe and secure knowing that my kids are in great hands. I wholeheartedly...

- Diep B.

Lexi's Loving Daycare

5.0

Alexis is a joy to work with!! She has often babysat my daughter (through ages 0-6 years) and she is always flexible and willing to work with my needs. She is very professional and organized. She has personal experience with child care, and she has also worked directly with children in the public...

- Amber M.

Cutie Pies Day Nursery

5.0

Cutie Pies offers fair and competitive prices for the quality of care they offer. Their child to caregiver ratios are great, so that each child gets the individual attention they need. My babies will always go to CUTIE PIES!

- Marrisa H

A Home Away From Home Daycare

5.0

Miss Sara has watched my two daughters for several months and has so much patience with them, she does many activities that are age appropriate and fun for my girls. I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone I know, in fact, I brag about her to my family and my friends!

- Emily B

Tara C.

5.0

First class babysitter! Watched my son for four months and he was always happy and excited when I picked him up. Such a loving person and I highly recommend her. I can promise you, it's the best daycare for anyone's kids.

- Alex G.

Drop-in daycares in Indianapolis, IN

Handle With Care Home Service

Handle With Care Home Service

3127 Radford Dr, Indianapolis, IN

Licensed Level One in-home childcare! We provide great quality and healthy meals! Bully free zone, education and fun! :)

Circletime Family Childcare

Circletime Family Childcare

7816 Red Clover Dr, Indianapolis, IN

Circletime is a fun-loving home daycare. At Circletime Family Childcare, we pride ourselves on creating a safe, fun environment for your children. Their days will be filled with music, art & crafts, hugs and learning. Circletime Family Childcare has Immediate vacancies. Schedule an interview...

Dana's Child Care

Dana's Child Care

404 N Bancroft St, Indianapolis, IN

My name is Dana Damm and I am opening a Legally Licensed Exempt Daycare out of my home on the east side of Indianapolis (Irvington area). I am a stay at home mom to two young boys (Logan-8 and Liam-3). I have over 8 years of experience working for day care centers and home day cares throughout...

Mamma Llama Childcare

Mamma Llama Childcare

3720 E. 75th St., Indianapolis, IN

I am a mother of three wonderful girls. Ages 7, 5 and 8 months. I have been a nanny since 1999 (17 years). Would love to have a few children to have in our home. And to join us on our outings around town! Some of our outings include the library, the Children's Museum and local parks!

Deanna's Daycare

Deanna's Daycare

12049 Bearsdale Dr, Indianapolis, IN

Providing care for infants - 5 years old. With over 23 years in childcare,we provide a caring daycare experience for your child. Parents Night Out is offered once a month. Children ages 2-5 will participate in in our preschool program, while infants and toddlers have their own room to explore and...

Shooting Stars Academy

Shooting Stars Academy

2311 Biscay Square, Indianapolis, IN

Shooting Stars Academy was designed to provide quality child care in an intimate setting. Our emphasis is on care. Your child will interact with others their age through play and various activities while learning at their individual pace. It is always a pleasure going to work knowing your precious...

FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

5825 N MICHIGAN RD, Indianapolis, IN

Looking for childcare? Check us out. We are currently enrolling for FT, PT, before and after school childcare for 0 to 12 years. We teach and provide a learn and play experience in a Christian atmosphere. Our goal is to get your child ready for kindergarten and also to bring out the best version...

Lauren's Home Daycare

Lauren's Home Daycare

948 Bristol Rd., Indianapolis, IN

Hello! I am opening an in-home daycare in Carmel/Nora area (103rd and Westfield). I am a former teacher, and I have 9 month old son and 4 year old daughter. I recently decided to stay home and care for my children as well as other family's little blessings. I am in the process of receiving my state...

The Lice Slayers

The Lice Slayers

5680 Caito Drive. Suite 116, Indianapolis, IN

We are a lice removal treatment center now operating in central Indiana, Southeast and Southwest Florida treating families in homes, schools and daycares and help parents realize it is not that bad! We understand we are not a child care facility, but believe we could be a great addition to you site...

Happy Faces Daycare

Happy Faces Daycare

Lullwater Ln, Indianapolis, IN

Put your little ones in the care of someone you can trust. We are licensed through the state, Paths to quality certified, we have a curriculum and provide meals and snacks. Our professional daycare services are available Monday - Friday. We have enrollment for 1st shift and before & after school...

Little Friends Family Childcare

Little Friends Family Childcare

5676 Grand Vista Drive, Indianapolis, IN

5.0

(3)

Little Friends Family Childcare offers a fully licensed home daycare setting for families that are looking for that home away from home environment for their children. My mission is to provide the kids in my care a safe and loving environment that nurtures creativity, socialization, and learning...
5.0
"Carrie cares for your child(ren) like they were her own. My kids love going to Miss Carrie's house everyday. Not only did they make a lot of new friends, they've also learned many valuable life skills along the way. I feel safe and secure knowing that my kids are...

Diep B.


Lexi's Loving Daycare

Lexi's Loving Daycare

9399 Norcross Ct., Indianapolis, IN

5.0

(1)

Lexi's Loving Daycare is where children go to become prepared for or improve in school, grow in social skills and develop a well-rounded affection for language, music, art and exercise! Spanish and Mandarin phrases are spoken daily and updates on daily activities are provided for parents. I provide...
5.0
"Alexis is a joy to work with!! She has often babysat my daughter (through ages 0-6 years) and she is always flexible and willing to work with my needs. She is very professional and organized. She has personal experience with child care, and she has also worked...

Amber M.


Cutie Pies Day Nursery

Cutie Pies Day Nursery

Indianapolis 46236, Indianapolis, IN

5.0

(4)

Cutie Pies Day Nursery is a licensed, private In-Home Daycare with many years of childcare experience. We specialize in educational development for infants and toddlers, birth to 5 years of age. At Cutie Pies we offer a structured and stimulating curriculum, qualified caregivers, and an...
5.0
"I wanted a place for my daughter that was basically like a second home. I wanted to know that she would be in good hands at all times and Cutie Pies was just the place. Being a single mother is hard, I didn't want to have to worry about my baby while I was at work...

Antoinette R


A Home Away From Home Daycare

A Home Away From Home Daycare

2376 Seattle Slew Dr., Indianapolis, IN

5.0

(1)

I am 26 years old, married with two daughters ages 2 and 4. I have been around children all my life as my mother had an in-home daycare. I provide a "homey" setting while keeping the children active and busy all day. I live off Raceway and 21st street on the westside We go to the neighborhood...
5.0
"Miss Sara has watched my two daughters for several months and has so much patience with them, she does many activities that are age appropriate and fun for my girls. I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone I know, in fact, I brag about her to my family and...

Emily B


Tara C.

Tara C.

3723 Joan Pl, Indianapolis, IN

5.0

(2)

I am a 30-year-old mother of four wonderful children. I have an 9-year-old son, a 3 year-old daughter and a 20 month old son and a newborn daughter that was born 9-11-15. I have babysat for family and friends since I was 11 years old. I have been running an in-home daycare since February 2013....
5.0
"First class babysitter! Watched my son for four months and he was always happy and excited when I picked him up. Such a loving person and I highly recommend her. I can promise you, it's the best daycare for anyone's kids."

Alex G.


5.0
"I love the provider and my children do to she is so welcoming and really great with the children!"

Toya


ABC Child Care & Preschool

5925 Kentucky Ave., Indianapolis, IN

5.0

(1)

5.0
"My children love it here. They have been enrolled for the past 7 years. I went to Tamela when it was in her house. Love her and how she is always helping other people. How her prices are lowest airound for child care. Amazing staff and curriculum"

Tamela H.


Inner Me Early Childhood Ed LLC

Inner Me Early Childhood Ed LLC

Butler Tarkington Area, Indianapolis, IN

As a professional I have grown in several ways. My knowledge, experience, and skills have all developed even more. I know so much more about the early childhood field such as how children grow and develop. I've learned how to do lesson plans, observe classrooms and children. I also get a better...

East 62nd KinderCare

East 62nd KinderCare

4402 East 62nd Street, Indianapolis, IN

Get set for a thrill-filled summer! Our age-specific, kid-approved camps add up to a season of discovery and fun for preschool to school-age children. This year, our 12 weeks of camps fall into six great themes: Mighty Bodies, Bendy Brains; Awesome Art; Gravity Galore and More; The Wondrous World of...

Funphonics

Funphonics

771 Tardelli Lane, Indianapolis, IN

FunPhonics LLC is a state license home daycare that provide age appropriate curriculum. Safe and sanitized environment. We provide nutritious meals and snacks. This a safe place for children to learn and have fun!

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Ratings for Indianapolis, IN drop-in daycares listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.3 / 5

Drop-In Daycares in Indianapolis, IN are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 47 reviews of the 184 listed drop-in daycares.