84 Daycare Centers in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Browse all 84 daycare centers in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Cedar Rapids
Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.
- 1Kidspoint Downtown Learning Center & Preschool4.64 score5(9)
318 5th St Se, Cedar Rapids, IA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 221 children
Parents consistently praise KidsPoint Downtown as an exceptional learning facility with caring, dedicated teachers who go beyond basic childcare. Children demonstrate enthusiasm for attending daily, and parents appreciate the structured curriculum, developmental focus, and family-like atmosphere. The facility is clean, secure, and uses helpful communication tools to keep parents informed.
Caring and dedicated teachersstructured learning curriculumsocial and emotional skill developmentgross and fine motor skill activities - 2Lily Pad 3.04.62 score5(8)
1500 Boyson Rd Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children
Parents consistently praise Lily Pad 3.0 for its caring, attentive staff and welcoming environment. Children show enthusiasm for attending, and the center provides educational instruction, physical activities, and regular communication with parents through photos and app updates.
Caring and attentive stafflong-term parent satisfaction (5+ years)children excited to attendeducational curriculum (colors - 3Lily Pad Day Care & Preschool4.62 score5(8)
6880 Council St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 84 children
Lily Pad Day Care & Preschool in Cedar Rapids receives consistently positive feedback from parents with 8 five-star reviews. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, strong educational programming, and welcoming environment where children are excited to attend. The facility is noted for combining an intimate in-home feel with the structure of a center-based program.
caring and attentive staffcommunicative (uses app with photos)educational curriculum (colorsnumbers - 4Josiah'S Playground4.56 score4.7(20)
1911 E Ave Nw, Cedar Rapids, IA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 98 children
These reviews are for First Open Bible Church, not Josiah's Playground daycare. The reviews praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, spiritual leadership, and worship experience, but do not address daycare services or child care quality.
Welcoming communityspiritual atmospherequality worship musicpastor's biblical teaching - 5Children'S Weekday Ministries4.55 score4.7(18)
2424 42nd St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 131 children
Children's Weekday Ministries in Cedar Rapids receives consistently positive reviews with a 4.7/5 rating. Parents praise the staff for being caring and engaging with children, and highlight the welcoming, inclusive community atmosphere. The facility is noted for its nice environment, friendly people, and quality programs including summer activities.
caring and skilled staffhappy childrenwelcoming and inclusive environmentbeautiful facilities - 6St Paul'S Early Learning Center4.52 score4.7(14)
1340 3rd Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 108 children
St. Paul's Early Learning Center is praised as a welcoming and inclusive faith-based facility that emphasizes love, acceptance, and community service. Parents appreciate the center's inclusive values, including its visible support for the LGBTQ community, and note it creates a safe, nurturing environment for children and families.
Welcoming and inclusive environmentfaith-based values emphasizedLGBTQ-friendlystrong community presence - 7St Paul'S Focus4.52 score4.7(14)
1340 3rd Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 24 children
St. Paul's Focus is a religious facility that parents describe as welcoming, inclusive, and loving toward all community members. Reviews highlight the church's commitment to faith-based values and acceptance of diverse populations. Parents appreciate the warm community atmosphere and nearby parks.
welcoming environmentinclusive communityfaith-based valuessafe space for all - 8Little Cupcakes Child Care, LLC4.48 score4.6(20)
215 Edgewood Rd Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 59 children
Little Cupcakes Child Care receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, attentive staff, developmental activities, and strong communication, noting their children have thrived socially and academically at this family-owned center.
Caring and attentive staffstrong parent communicationoutdoor play timearts and crafts activities - 9Calvary Christian Preschool4.45 score4.7(9)
327 35th St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 81 children
Calvary Christian Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the warm, caring staff and clean, safe learning environment. Parents consistently highlight their children's excitement about attending, strong communication from leadership, and the facility's focus on both education and emotional growth. The religious foundation and competitive pricing are also well-regarded by families.
Warm and kind staffclean facilitysafe environmentopen communication with director - 10Saving Grace Childcare LLC4.43 score4.7(8)
3511 Oakland Rd Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise Saving Grace Childcare (listed as Kingdom Kids in reviews) for its nurturing, safe environment and caring staff. Families report excellent communication, easy drop-offs, and noticeable child development and growth. The facility offers a home-like feel with secure procedures and additional services like potty training support.
Welcoming and caring staffstrong communication with parentssecure facility with safe pickup/drop-off proceduressmall size creates home-like environment
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Cedar Rapids based on parent reviews
Kidspoint Downtown Learning Center & Preschool
318 5th St Se, Cedar Rapids, IA
Parents consistently praise KidsPoint Downtown as an exceptional learning facility with caring, dedicated teachers who go beyond basic childcare. Children demonstrate enthusiasm for attending daily, and parents appreciate the structured curriculum, developmental focus, and family-like atmosphere. The facility is clean, secure, and uses helpful communication tools to keep parents informed.
Lily Pad 3.0
1500 Boyson Rd Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA
Parents consistently praise Lily Pad 3.0 for its caring, attentive staff and welcoming environment. Children show enthusiasm for attending, and the center provides educational instruction, physical activities, and regular communication with parents through photos and app updates.
Lily Pad Day Care & Preschool
6880 Council St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA
Lily Pad Day Care & Preschool in Cedar Rapids receives consistently positive feedback from parents with 8 five-star reviews. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, strong educational programming, and welcoming environment where children are excited to attend. The facility is noted for combining an intimate in-home feel with the structure of a center-based program.
Josiah'S Playground
1911 E Ave Nw, Cedar Rapids, IA
These reviews are for First Open Bible Church, not Josiah's Playground daycare. The reviews praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, spiritual leadership, and worship experience, but do not address daycare services or child care quality.
Children'S Weekday Ministries
2424 42nd St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA
Children's Weekday Ministries in Cedar Rapids receives consistently positive reviews with a 4.7/5 rating. Parents praise the staff for being caring and engaging with children, and highlight the welcoming, inclusive community atmosphere. The facility is noted for its nice environment, friendly people, and quality programs including summer activities.
St Paul'S Early Learning Center
1340 3rd Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA
St. Paul's Early Learning Center is praised as a welcoming and inclusive faith-based facility that emphasizes love, acceptance, and community service. Parents appreciate the center's inclusive values, including its visible support for the LGBTQ community, and note it creates a safe, nurturing environment for children and families.
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Daycare Centers in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
There are 84 daycare centers in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Cedar Rapids, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Parents praise the administrative leadership and value for cost, with most reviews being positive. However, some concerns have been raised about food quality, racism issues, and student behavior problems.
- Address
- 401 76th Ave Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (319) 848-5288
YMCA-Van Buren is a school-based facility in Cedar Rapids offering swimming, fitness, and recreational activities. Parents praise the friendly staff, nice facilities, and variety of programs, though several note maintenance and management issues.
- Address
- 2525 29th St Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (319) 213-2547
WE TEACH 2 receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, attentive staff and director. Parents highlight the center's responsive communication, clean facilities, flexible scheduling, and engaging activities that keep children happy and secure. Multiple families report long-term enrollment with strong emotional attachments between children and staff.
- Address
- 4370 16th Ave Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (319) 390-3456
- Address
- 4840 Richmar Ct Nw, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (319) 396-2232
Caring Corner receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for caring staff, academic preparation, structured programming, and long-term enrollment satisfaction. However, a small number of parents report concerns about cleanliness and illness transmission, as well as frustrations with pickup policies and customer service.
- Address
- 5200 Northland Ave Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (319) 377-8490
Parents consistently praise the YMCA-Stoney Point location for its welcoming and friendly staff, clean facilities, and quality programming including swim lessons and summer camps. The facility is noted as a good, smaller alternative to the main YMCA location with a strong focus on children's health and wellbeing.
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- 300 Stoney Point Road Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (319) 366-6421
- Address
- 6225 1st Ave Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (319) 558-2567
Parents consistently praise Kids Kampus Learning Center for its caring, well-trained staff, active learning environment, and responsive leadership. The facility receives high marks for child development, safety, cleanliness, and strong communication with parents. Recent new ownership has been credited with positive changes and improvements.
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- 5150 Blairs Forest Way Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (319) 393-2898
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- 143 29th Ave Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (319) 364-4265
ASAC Heart of Iowa Child Care Center receives highly polarized reviews. The majority of reviewers praise the program as transformative, crediting staff with providing compassionate support and life-changing recovery assistance. However, two recent reviews describe serious concerns including alleged theft of personal belongings and poor staff conduct toward vulnerable clients.
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- 4050 Bowling St Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (319) 862-1050
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- 254 Outlook Dr Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (319) 558-2555
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- 4750 42nd St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (319) 393-8383
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- 355 18th Street Se, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (319) 558-2174
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- 4420 Center Point Rd Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (319) 393-3795
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- 4900 Bowling St Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (319) 365-1454
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- 2244 1st Ave Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (319) 362-3021
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- 1212 7th St Se, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (319) 558-3989
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- 110 5th Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (319) 365-5155
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- 943 14th Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (319) 366-0431
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- 819 5th St Se, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (319) 398-3943
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- 1010 Regent St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (319) 294-2036
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- 4343 Marilyn Dr Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (319) 390-2942
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- 1201 Maplewood Dr Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (319) 365-1458
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- 3336 Prairie Dr Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (319) 265-3738
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- 3700 E Ave Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (319) 721-0027
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- 720 29th St Se, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (319) 298-9844
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- 600 36th St Se, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (319) 365-1458
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- 645 26th St Se, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (319) 558-2825
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- 4650 42nd St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (319) 294-1722
- Address
- 401 76th Ave Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (319) 848-5288
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