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Best Daycare Centers in Grundy Center, IA

Compare 5 daycare centers in Grundy Center. Average rating: 3.7/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Grundy Center, Iowa at a glance

Daycares
5
Avg rating
3.7/5
Parent reviews
11
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Grundy Center offers 5 licensed daycares, 5 of which have public ratings averaging 3.7/5.80% are child daycare & preschools, the dominant program type in Grundy Center.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Grundy Center

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.

  1. 1
    Grundy Family Ymca
    4.27 score
    4.5(6)

    1008 J Ave, Grundy Center, IA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 68 children

    Parents consistently praise Grundy Family YMCA for its clean, safe environment and friendly, dedicated staff. The after-school care program receives particular recognition for passionate and committed educators. Members appreciate the affordable pricing, convenient location, and strong community focus.

    Friendly staffdedicated after-school care programclean and safe facilitybudget-friendly pricing

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Grundy Center

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Grundy Center, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.5avg rating
4 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Grundy Center zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
506385
3.7
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Grundy Center (33–68 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

5

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Grundy Center based on parent reviews

Grundy Family Ymca

4.5(6)

1008 J Ave, Grundy Center, IA

Parents consistently praise Grundy Family YMCA for its clean, safe environment and friendly, dedicated staff. The after-school care program receives particular recognition for passionate and committed educators. Members appreciate the affordable pricing, convenient location, and strong community focus.

Friendly staffdedicated after-school care programclean and safe facility

Grundy Community Preschool & Childcare Center

5(1)

1201 9th St, Grundy Center, IA

Grundy Community Preschool

5(1)

1001 8th St, Grundy Center, IA

Bottles Two Backpacks

3(2)

204 G Avenue, Grundy Center, IA

Joyful Noise Daycare

1(1)

801 8th St, Grundy Center, IA

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Daycare types in Grundy Center

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Before or After School Daycare 1

Daycare Centers in Grundy Center, Iowa

There are 5 daycare centers in Grundy Center, 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 Grundy Center have an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 60% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.5 stars. Our analysis covers 11 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Grundy Center, 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 Grundy Center

Showing 5 results

Grundy Community Preschool & Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1201 9th St, Grundy Center, IA
Phone
(319) 825-3565
Grundy Community Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1001 8th St, Grundy Center, IA
Phone
(319) 825-6257
Grundy Family Ymca
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Parents consistently praise Grundy Family YMCA for its clean, safe environment and friendly, dedicated staff. The after-school care program receives particular recognition for passionate and committed educators. Members appreciate the affordable pricing, convenient location, and strong community focus.

Friendly staffdedicated after-school care programclean and safe facility
Address
1008 J Ave, Grundy Center, IA
Phone
(319) 231-0362
Bottles Two Backpacks
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
204 G Avenue, Grundy Center, IA
Phone
(319) 825-8888
Joyful Noise Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
1
Address
801 8th St, Grundy Center, IA
Phone
(319) 825-4569

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 all daycares in Grundy Center, Iowa. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Grundy Center have an average Google rating of 3.7 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 60% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Grundy Center, 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
Grundy Center offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 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 Grundy Center for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Grundy Center 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.