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Best Daycare Centers in Decorah, IA

Compare 9 daycare centers in Decorah. Average rating: 4.88/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Decorah, Iowa at a glance

Daycares
9
Avg rating
4.88/5
Parent reviews
23
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Decorah has 9 licensed daycares with 23 parent reviews averaging 4.88/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 52101 zip code, averaging 4.88 stars across 9 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Decorah

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.

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    Sunflower Child Development Center
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    300 Hwy 9 W, Decorah, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 123 children

    Parents consistently praise Sunflower Child Development Center for its well-maintained facilities, diverse play areas, and caring staff. The Discovery Center features interactive exhibits including water tables, jungle gym, rock wall, and themed play spaces that engage children of various ages. Parents report feeling confident in the quality of care and appreciate having this resource in their community.

    Clean and well-organized spaceswide variety of activities for multiple age groupsseparate safe area for younger toddlersqualified and caring staff

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Decorah

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Decorah, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.93avg rating
6 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.7avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Decorah zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
521019
4.88
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Decorah (15–123 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Decorah based on parent reviews

Sunflower Child Development Center

4.8(20)

300 Hwy 9 W, Decorah, IA

Parents consistently praise Sunflower Child Development Center for its well-maintained facilities, diverse play areas, and caring staff. The Discovery Center features interactive exhibits including water tables, jungle gym, rock wall, and themed play spaces that engage children of various ages. Parents report feeling confident in the quality of care and appreciate having this resource in their community.

Clean and well-organized spaceswide variety of activities for multiple age groupsseparate safe area for younger toddlers

Little Farmers, LLC

5(1)

2902 Us Hwy 52, Decorah, IA

One parent reports that Little Farmers offers a small-scale, personable atmosphere with passionate teachers who balance outdoor adventures and play-based learning to prepare children for kindergarten. The program is noted for its extended hours, including coverage on snow and in-service days, as well as providing healthy meals that encourage vegetable consumption.

passionate and creative teacherssmall-scale personal atmosphereoutdoor adventures

Kinderhaus

5(1)

701 Iowa Ave, Decorah, IA

North Winneshiek Elementary Preschool

4.7(1)

3495 North Winn Rd, Decorah, IA

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Daycare types in Decorah

Child Daycare & Preschools 6Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 2

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Daycare Centers in Decorah, Iowa

There are 9 daycare centers in Decorah, Iowa. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Decorah have an average rating of 4.88 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.93 stars. Our analysis covers 23 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Decorah, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in Decorah

Showing 9 results

Little Farmers, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent reports that Little Farmers offers a small-scale, personable atmosphere with passionate teachers who balance outdoor adventures and play-based learning to prepare children for kindergarten. The program is noted for its extended hours, including coverage on snow and in-service days, as well as providing healthy meals that encourage vegetable consumption.

passionate and creative teacherssmall-scale personal atmosphereoutdoor adventures
Address
2902 Us Hwy 52, Decorah, IA
Phone
(563) 380-9848
Kinderhaus
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
701 Iowa Ave, Decorah, IA
Phone
(563) 379-7303
Sunflower Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Sunflower Child Development Center for its well-maintained facilities, diverse play areas, and caring staff. The Discovery Center features interactive exhibits including water tables, jungle gym, rock wall, and themed play spaces that engage children of various ages. Parents report feeling confident in the quality of care and appreciate having this resource in their community.

Clean and well-organized spaceswide variety of activities for multiple age groupsseparate safe area for younger toddlers
Address
300 Hwy 9 W, Decorah, IA
Phone
(563) 382-5717
North Winneshiek Elementary Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
4.7
Address
3495 North Winn Rd, Decorah, IA
Phone
(563) 735-5318
St. Benedict School-Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
Address
402 Rural Ave., Decorah, IA
Phone
(563) 382-4668
Decorah Csd - West Side Early Childhood Center
Headstart Programs
Address
300 Center Street, Decorah, IA
Phone
(563) 382-4451
Northeast Iowa Montessori School INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
418 W Water St, Decorah, IA
Phone
(563) 382-6491
Neicac-Decorah Child Development
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
301 Center St, Decorah, IA
Phone
(563) 382-2518
Nisse Preschool And Kids Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
311 College Dr, Decorah, IA
Phone
(563) 382-4794

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Frequently asked questions

There are 9 all daycares in Decorah, Iowa. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Decorah have an average Google rating of 4.88 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Decorah, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Iowa's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Iowa)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Decorah offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Iowa typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Decorah for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Decorah must be licensed by Iowa's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.