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Best Daycare Centers in Indianola, IA

Compare 8 daycare centers in Indianola. Average rating: 2.72/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Indianola, Iowa at a glance

Daycares
8
Avg rating
2.72/5
Parent reviews
23
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Indianola has 8 licensed daycares with 23 parent reviews averaging 2.72/5.The largest concentration is in 50125 with 8 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Indianola

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
    Little Miracles Child Development Center
    4.08 score
    4.1(20)

    810 E 2nd Ave, Indianola, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 144 children

    Little Miracles Child Development Center in Indianola receives consistently high praise from parents, with particular appreciation for the new management and staff who demonstrate genuine care for children. Parents highlight the clean facility, reasonable pricing, engaging activities, and strong communication from leadership. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially, with parents noting significant developmental progress.

    Kind and knowledgeable staffclean facilityreasonable pricesresponsive directors who address concerns promptly

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Indianola

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
2

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

2.72avg rating
5 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Indianola zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
501258
2.72
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Indianola (33–264 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Indianola based on parent reviews

Indianola Preschool INC

4.8(3)

205 S Howard, Ste B, Indianola, IA

Parents highlight the center's play-based learning approach, noting it effectively fosters socialization, creativity, and kindergarten readiness. Reviewers also emphasize the staff's strong communication skills and welcoming atmosphere, which contribute to positive daily experiences for children.

play-based learningstrong teacher communicationwelcoming and family-like environment

Little Miracles Child Development Center

4.1(20)

810 E 2nd Ave, Indianola, IA

Little Miracles Child Development Center in Indianola receives consistently high praise from parents, with particular appreciation for the new management and staff who demonstrate genuine care for children. Parents highlight the clean facility, reasonable pricing, engaging activities, and strong communication from leadership. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially, with parents noting significant developmental progress.

Kind and knowledgeable staffclean facilityreasonable prices

Indianola Child Care-Emerson

1

1109 E Euclid, Indianola, IA

Indianola Child Care-Whittier

1

1306 W Salem, Indianola, IA

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Daycare types in Indianola

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 1

Daycare Centers in Indianola, Iowa

There are 8 daycare centers in Indianola, 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 Indianola have an average rating of 2.72 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 25% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 2.72 stars. Our analysis covers 23 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Indianola, 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 Indianola

Showing 8 results

Indianola Preschool INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents highlight the center's play-based learning approach, noting it effectively fosters socialization, creativity, and kindergarten readiness. Reviewers also emphasize the staff's strong communication skills and welcoming atmosphere, which contribute to positive daily experiences for children.

play-based learningstrong teacher communicationwelcoming and family-like environment
Address
205 S Howard, Ste B, Indianola, IA
Phone
(515) 961-3798
Little Miracles Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Little Miracles Child Development Center in Indianola receives consistently high praise from parents, with particular appreciation for the new management and staff who demonstrate genuine care for children. Parents highlight the clean facility, reasonable pricing, engaging activities, and strong communication from leadership. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially, with parents noting significant developmental progress.

Kind and knowledgeable staffclean facilityreasonable prices
Address
810 E 2nd Ave, Indianola, IA
Phone
(515) 961-5531
Indianola Child Care-Emerson
Child Daycare & Preschools
1
Address
1109 E Euclid, Indianola, IA
Phone
(515) 961-9565
Indianola Child Care-Whittier
Child Daycare & Preschools
1
Address
1306 W Salem, Indianola, IA
Phone
(515) 961-9565
Purple And Gold Preschool (Whittier)
Headstart Programs
Address
1306 W Salem, Indianola, IA
Phone
(515) 961-9570
Wee Care Respite Nursery
Church Daycare
Address
307 W Ashland Ave, Indianola, IA
Phone
(515) 961-4716
Indianola Child Care-Wilder
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2303 W Euclid, Indianola, IA
Phone
(515) 961-9565
Indianola Child Care-Irving
Before or After School Daycare
Address
500 W Clinton Ave, Indianola, IA
Phone
(515) 961-9565

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Frequently asked questions

There are 8 all daycares in Indianola, Iowa. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Indianola have an average Google rating of 2.72 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 25% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Indianola, 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
Indianola offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 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 Indianola for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Indianola 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.