Licensed Daycare in Cross Plains, Indiana
3 licensed daycares in Cross Plains, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Indiana licensing records.
Cross Plains listings updated May 2026 from official Indiana records.
Daycare in Cross Plains: what parents should know
Families in Cross Plains can choose from 3 licensed childcare providers, with Montessori the most common type (about 67% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Indiana license at indexing time, sourced from Indiana FSSA — Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning.
For age coverage, 1 offer preschool programs for ages 3–5.
Combined, Cross Plains's licensed centers hold about 162 licensed seats — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.
Cross Plains childcare by the numbers
Childcare costs in Cross Plains
ChildCare Aware reports the Indiana average full-time cost at $970/month for infant care and $750/month for preschool. City-level prices in Cross Plains 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 overviewQuick 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
- 54 kids
ZIP codes covered
Program types in Cross Plains
Largest licensed centers in Cross Plains
By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.
All Cross Plains licensed centers
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Where to get childcare help in Cross Plains
Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.
Child Care Resource & Referral counselors help you find vetted local options.
1-800-424-2246 · Find yoursUnited Way's free, confidential line connects you to local childcare, food, and family aid.
Call 211 · 211.orgFree early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.
Find a programIndiana Child Care Development Fund (CCDF) can cover most of your childcare cost by income.
(800) 299-1627 · How to applyCheck NAEYC accreditation and your state's quality-rating (QRIS) for any provider.
Find quality careConfirm any provider's current license & inspection record with Indiana FSSA — Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning.
Official license searchChildcare resources for Cross Plains
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Cross Plains, Indiana are compiled from official Indiana FSSA — Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · May 2026 · methodology
Search 3 Licensed Centers in Cross Plains
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