If you are looking for daycare near New Chicago, the direct answer is that The Meadow is in Hobart at 939 S. Wisconsin St., not in New Chicago itself. For many families, that still works because Hobart is a short real-world drive relationship away, and the search is usually about practical care access rather than city labels.
The Meadow is opening this December for children from 6 weeks to about 3 years old. We offer infant, toddler, and twos care with a full 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM day.
A New Chicago search is often really a Hobart search
This is one of those local searches where families may already expect to cross a boundary. The important thing is not to pretend otherwise. The Meadow is a Hobart program, and the value of the location is that it can be a nearby stop for New Chicago families whose day already moves in that direction.
What parents need beyond proximity
Care still has to fit the real basics:
- Your child's age
- Your work hours
- Your budget
- Your morning route
The Meadow serves infants, toddlers, and twos only. Rates are $385 a week for infants and $345 a week for toddlers and twos. Meals, supplies, and daily notes home are included.
Why early hours matter in this search
Many local families are not deciding between two relaxed schedules. They are deciding whether the first half hour of the day becomes a scramble. The Meadow opens at 6:00 AM, which can matter more than a slightly shorter drive.
If schedule is your biggest filter, the page on daycare open at 6 AM is the best next read.
Nearby comparisons
If you are comparing different short west or north routes, daycare near Lake Station and daycare near Merrillville may help sharpen the decision.
Frequently asked questions
Is The Meadow in New Chicago?
No. The Meadow is in Hobart at 939 S. Wisconsin St.
Is it already open?
No. The Meadow is opening this December.
What hours do you keep?
Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
What ages do you serve?
Children from 6 weeks to about 3 years old.
What does tuition include?
The weekly rate includes the full day, meals, supplies, and daily notes home.
If the short drive into Hobart would make your day simpler, joining the waitlist is one practical next move.