Finding Child Care

Family

At Child Care Answers, we’re committed to helping you find care, in a way that works for you.

Our partners and in-house specialists can consult with you on which type of child care will best fit your needs, based on your child’s age or disability. There are a number of ways for us to help your search, depending on your preference and needs. Browse the options below to get started! Covered in this guide:

Tools for finding programs
Factors to consider
Care for your child’s age group
Support for families whose first language is not English

Locating Care

Which option works best for you?

Online Form

Complete the online request form (powered by our partners at Brighter Futures Indiana) so we can learn more about your family's individual needs. One of our family specialists will connect with you via email to provide a list of child care programs in your area. Depending on your family's specifics needs, we may also assist with calling potential programs to identify openings.

Family Information Form

Phone Consultation

Prefer to chat one-on-one? We will listen to your needs to provide a list of options for child care based on our conversation. We are also available to answer any questions you might have after speaking with prospective programs and share additional resources as needed. Please contact us at 463-235-7574.

463-235-7574

Self-Service Online

If you’re a do-it-yourself type of family, you have two search options.

Early Learning Marketplace allows you to find programs where you can reserve spots or enroll online. While all regulated programs are not represented, it's a good place to start.
Indiana Child Care Finder allows you to search your home-to-work route and features inspection reports.

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Finding Quality Child Care: Where do I start?

Learn about ways we can help you find child care, what we mean by Paths to QUALITY, and dive into the types of care you will find in our central Indiana community.

Featured Resource

Factors to Consider

Wondering what to look for in care? We developed a resource designed to walk you through the indicators of high-quality care.

Care for Your Child’s Age Group

Your child has different emotional and developmental needs at various ages and stages. Child Care Answers can offer support and resources for you and your child, throughout each stage of development. We can also refer you to providers that meet your families’ needs, based on the age of your child and the programs they offer for that age group.

Infants and Toddlers

If you need a more personal experience, our family specialists are available to chat or provide specific resources based on your individual needs. Fill out the online request form (powered by Brighter Futures Indiana) to submit your request.

Connect with a Specialist

Preschool

Looking for a place where your three-, four-, or five-year-old can learn his ABCs, as well as develop socially and emotionally? From full day care to part-time programs, we can match you with the perfect program.

Indy Preschool Guide

Pre-K

You may quality for financial support for your four-year-old through On My Way Pre-K, Indiana’s state funded pre-K scholarship program. Apply online at Early Ed Connect.

Early Ed Connect

Kindergarten

Sending your “baby” off to Kindergarten can be an emotional process. There are so many options to consider and new situations to navigate, but our resources can help you feel less overwhelmed.

Kindergarten Transition Guide

School-Aged Children

Child Care Answers’ help finding care extends beyond early childhood education. If you need before care, after care or break care for your school-aged child, take advantage of our FREE services! If you prefer to chat on the phone, correspond via email, or do an online search, there’s an option for you.

Locate Before and After Care

Inclusive Child Care

Our family specialists offer consultation services and resources to families of children with special needs. Fill out the online request form (powered by Brighter Futures Indiana) to connect.

Submit a Request

Serving our diverse community

Finding care for families whose first language is not English

We know how hard it can be to navigate the child care landscape in a language that is not your own. Our staff provide a number of resources to ensure you get the help you need and can find culturally-inclusive child care programs for your children.

Connect with our Staff in Spanish

Bilingual family and community engagement specialist, Megan Day speaks fluent Spanish and is happy to assist you in finding the right child care program for your family. Fill out our online referral request to get connected.

Online Referral Request

Interpretation Services

We are proud to partner with LUNA language services to offer interpretation support over the phone. We can chat through an interpreter to understand your family's unique needs. Call us to get connected to help find care.

Call 317-636-5727

Website in Multiple Languages

In case you didn't see it above, our website can be translated into more than 30 different languages. Scroll to the top of the page, then click the drop-down next to "English" to choose your language. Is your language not listed? Let us know!

Request a language

Partnerships