Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Day Early Learning Federal Building
About the School
- Early Learning Indiana, formerly Day Nursery, is the oldest child care provider in the state of Indiana, and is one of the few non-profit child care agencies in the Indianapolis area.
- Early Learning Indiana was created in 1899 by the Kings Daughters Society who had provided clothing and food baskets to needy families.
- Wishing to expand their service, the Kings Daughters established Day Nursery to provide care for the children of working mothers.
- By 1940, modern child care standards were established, and as the need for quality child care grew, Day Nursery's programs and services became recognized as the "standard bearer" of early childhood excellence.
- Early Learning Indiana is a non-profit organization of professional staff and volunteers.
- Our mission is to assure excellent early care and education for young children in Indiana.
- Early Learning Indiana operates ten Indianapolis-area Day Early Learning child care centers that provide quality care daily to more than 750 children.
- Their parents are employed or students, and scholarships are available based on family income.
- A variety of sources fund Early Learning Indiana: parent fees, Child and Adult Care Food Program, Step Ahead councils, United Way, foundation and corporate grants, and contributions from individual supporters including the Day Nursery Auxiliary.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
Day Early Learning Federal Building ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Facts
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1973
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
24 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
56%
State avg.: 26%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 11:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies based on the age of the child; CCDF vouchers and tuition assistance available. Full fee is $287 - $195 per week
Application URL
School Notes
- Early Learning Indiana, formerly Day Nursery, is the oldest child care provider in the state of Indiana, and is one of the few non-profit child care agencies in the Indianapolis area. Early Learning Indiana was created in 1899 by the Kings Daughters Society who had provided clothing and food baskets to needy families. Wishing to expand their service, the Kings Daughters established Day Nursery to provide care for the children of working mothers. By 1940, modern child care standards were established, and as the need for quality child care grew, Day Nursery's programs and services became recognized as the "standard bearer" of early childhood excellence. Early Learning Indiana is a non-profit organization of professional staff and volunteers. Our mission is to assure excellent early care and education for young children in Indiana. Early Learning Indiana operates ten Indianapolis-area Day Early Learning child care centers that provide quality care daily to more than 750 children. Their parents are employed or students, and scholarships are available based on family income. A variety of sources fund Early Learning Indiana'sprograms: parent fees, Child and Adult Care FoodProgram, Step Ahead councils, United Way, foundation and corporate grants, and contributions from individual supporters including the Day Nursery Auxiliary.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Day Early Learning Federal Building?
The application deadline for Day Early Learning Federal Building is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Day Early Learning Federal Building located?
Day Early Learning Federal Building is located in the Mile Square neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Day Early Learning Federal Building is Legacy Learning Center (1.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Jireh Academy (0.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is East St. Station Lily Child Dev (1.0 miles away)
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Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: K-3 | 4 students
Specialized Curriculum (Christian)
Po Box 18679
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 916-9064
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: NS | 240 students
Daycare / Preschool
410 South East Street
Indianapolis, IN 46285
(317) 277-4900
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 177 students
1102 Roosevelt Ave Ste 7
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 423-2866
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 82 students
Catholic
580 Stevens St
Indianapolis, IN 46203
(317) 632-3174
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: 6-8 | 215 students
Christian
1301 E 16th St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 969-8500
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 177 students
1102 Roosevelt Ave Ste 7
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 423-2866
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 82 students
Catholic
580 Stevens St
Indianapolis, IN 46203
(317) 632-3174
Distance: 2.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 161 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 4
Church of God
440 Saint Peter St
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 631-3194
Distance: 2.3 mi
Gr: 6-10 | 15 students
Alternative School (Christian)
2820 N Meridian
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 923-7301
Distance: 2.3 mi
Gr: 1-9 | 11 students
Christian
3102 E 10th St
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 226-4215
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: K-3 | 4 students
Specialized Curriculum (Christian)
Po Box 18679
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 916-9064
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 177 students
1102 Roosevelt Ave Ste 7
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 423-2866
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 82 students
Catholic
580 Stevens St
Indianapolis, IN 46203
(317) 632-3174
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: 6-8 | 215 students
Christian
1301 E 16th St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 969-8500
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 56 students
Seventh Day Adventist
2143 Boulevard Pl
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 371-0676
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: NS | 240 students
Daycare / Preschool
410 South East Street
Indianapolis, IN 46285
(317) 277-4900
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 177 students
1102 Roosevelt Ave Ste 7
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 423-2866
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 82 students
Catholic
580 Stevens St
Indianapolis, IN 46203
(317) 632-3174
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 56 students
Seventh Day Adventist
2143 Boulevard Pl
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 371-0676
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: K | 53 students
Daycare / Preschool
321 Limestone St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 274-3508
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Mill Creek East Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4740 Iowa St
Clayton, IN 46118
(317) 539-9225
Clayton, IN 46118
(317) 539-9225
9103.1 miles
Gr: K-5 | 359 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Monrovia Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
395 S Chestnut St
Monrovia, IN 46157
(317) 996-2246
Monrovia, IN 46157
(317) 996-2246
9104.3 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 741 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Monrovia High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
205 S Chestnut St
Monrovia, IN 46157
(317) 996-2258
Monrovia, IN 46157
(317) 996-2258
9104.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 489 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Monrovia Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
215 S Chestnut St
Monrovia, IN 46157
(317) 996-2352
Monrovia, IN 46157
(317) 996-2352
9104.3 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 337 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
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