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Best Daycare Centers in Mason City, IA

Compare 14 daycare centers in Mason City. Average rating: 4.03/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Mason City, Iowa at a glance

Daycares
14
Avg rating
4.03/5
Parent reviews
59
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Mason City has 14 licensed daycares with 59 parent reviews averaging 4.03/5.The largest concentration is in 50401 with 14 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Mason City

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 Angel'S Child Care And Preschool
    4.33 score
    4.6(6)

    811 N Kentucky Ave, Mason City, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 156 children

    Parents consistently praise Little Angel's Child Care and Preschool for its responsive, caring staff and clean, organized facility. The center is noted for making improvements based on parent feedback and maintaining happy, engaged children. Owners are described as understanding and accessible to parent concerns.

    attentive and friendly staffclean facilitywell-organizedquality meals
  2. 2
    Ymca Summer Camp/After-School Program
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    1840 S Monroe Ave, Mason City, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 200 children

    This facility is highly rated for its comprehensive fitness amenities including Olympic-sized pool, therapy pool, hot tub, saunas, and extensive exercise equipment. Parents and members praise the friendly and helpful staff, quality classes, and welcoming atmosphere. The facility serves both fitness and therapeutic needs effectively.

    Excellent pool facilities (Olympic-sizedtherapy pool with warm water)comprehensive exercise equipment (weightsmachines
  3. 3
    Washington Charlie Brown Ps And Cc
    3.53 score
    3.2(7)

    700 N Washington Ave, Mason City, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 167 children

    Washington Charlie Brown PS receives mixed reviews. Multiple parents praise the friendly staff, security measures, staff-to-child ratios, flexibility, and care quality for children. However, several parents report significant dissatisfaction with management and billing practices, particularly citing issues with the director.

    Friendly and caring staffgood security measuresappropriate staff-to-child ratiosflexible scheduling

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Mason City

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Mason City, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.03avg rating
10 daycares · 6 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
3 daycares

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Mason City zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
5040114
4.03
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Mason City (20–324 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

5

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Mason City based on parent reviews

Little Angel'S Child Care And Preschool

4.6(6)

811 N Kentucky Ave, Mason City, IA

Parents consistently praise Little Angel's Child Care and Preschool for its responsive, caring staff and clean, organized facility. The center is noted for making improvements based on parent feedback and maintaining happy, engaged children. Owners are described as understanding and accessible to parent concerns.

attentive and friendly staffclean facilitywell-organized

Ymca Summer Camp/After-School Program

4.4(20)

1840 S Monroe Ave, Mason City, IA

This facility is highly rated for its comprehensive fitness amenities including Olympic-sized pool, therapy pool, hot tub, saunas, and extensive exercise equipment. Parents and members praise the friendly and helpful staff, quality classes, and welcoming atmosphere. The facility serves both fitness and therapeutic needs effectively.

Excellent pool facilities (Olympic-sizedtherapy pool with warm water)comprehensive exercise equipment (weights

Tug'S Daycare & Preschool

5(1)

950 N Illinois, Mason City, IA

Newman Childcare & Preschool

4(3)

2050 S Mckinley, Mason City, IA

One parent highlights the center's professionalism, hands-on approach, and favorable staff-to-child ratios, noting their daughter's social growth. Another reviewer praises the caring staff, while a single dissenting opinion warns against trusting the facility with children.

professional staffhands-on caregood staff-to-child ratios

Sunbeam Christian Child Care And Preschool

3(2)

419 N Delaware, Mason City, IA

Washington Charlie Brown Ps And Cc

3.2(7)

700 N Washington Ave, Mason City, IA

Washington Charlie Brown PS receives mixed reviews. Multiple parents praise the friendly staff, security measures, staff-to-child ratios, flexibility, and care quality for children. However, several parents report significant dissatisfaction with management and billing practices, particularly citing issues with the director.

Friendly and caring staffgood security measuresappropriate staff-to-child ratios

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Daycare types in Mason City

Child Daycare & Preschools 10Headstart Programs 3Before or After School Daycare 1

Browse by type in Mason City

🎨 Preschools 6

Daycare Centers in Mason City, Iowa

There are 14 daycare centers in Mason City, 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 Mason City have an average rating of 4.03 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.03 stars. Our analysis covers 59 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Mason City, 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 Mason City

Showing 14 results

Tug'S Daycare & Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
950 N Illinois, Mason City, IA
Phone
(641) 424-9023
Little Angel'S Child Care And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Little Angel's Child Care and Preschool for its responsive, caring staff and clean, organized facility. The center is noted for making improvements based on parent feedback and maintaining happy, engaged children. Owners are described as understanding and accessible to parent concerns.

attentive and friendly staffclean facilitywell-organized
Address
811 N Kentucky Ave, Mason City, IA
Phone
(641) 201-8050
Ymca Summer Camp/After-School Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

This facility is highly rated for its comprehensive fitness amenities including Olympic-sized pool, therapy pool, hot tub, saunas, and extensive exercise equipment. Parents and members praise the friendly and helpful staff, quality classes, and welcoming atmosphere. The facility serves both fitness and therapeutic needs effectively.

Excellent pool facilities (Olympic-sizedtherapy pool with warm water)comprehensive exercise equipment (weights
Address
1840 S Monroe Ave, Mason City, IA
Phone
(641) 422-5999
Newman Childcare & Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent highlights the center's professionalism, hands-on approach, and favorable staff-to-child ratios, noting their daughter's social growth. Another reviewer praises the caring staff, while a single dissenting opinion warns against trusting the facility with children.

professional staffhands-on caregood staff-to-child ratios
Address
2050 S Mckinley, Mason City, IA
Phone
(641) 423-0168
Washington Charlie Brown Ps And Cc
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.2

Washington Charlie Brown PS receives mixed reviews. Multiple parents praise the friendly staff, security measures, staff-to-child ratios, flexibility, and care quality for children. However, several parents report significant dissatisfaction with management and billing practices, particularly citing issues with the director.

Friendly and caring staffgood security measuresappropriate staff-to-child ratios
Address
700 N Washington Ave, Mason City, IA
Phone
(641) 423-6029
Sunbeam Christian Child Care And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
419 N Delaware, Mason City, IA
Phone
(641) 424-7073
West Town Charlie Brown
Child Daycare & Preschools

West Town Charlie Brown receives consistently positive reviews from parents. The center is praised for caring, professional staff, age-appropriate activities, cleanliness, and creating a safe learning environment where children feel comfortable and excited to attend. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially across preschool and school-age programs.

caring and professional staffage-appropriate activitiesclean facilities
Address
1780 S Monroe Ave, Mason City, IA
Phone
(641) 424-0065
Hoover Preschool - Mason City Csd
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1123 8th Street Nw, Mason City, IA
Phone
(641) 421-4408
Nicao Head Start-Hoover
Headstart Programs
Address
1123 8th St Nw, Mason City, IA
Phone
(641) 421-4408
Tug'S Connection
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1421 4th Street Se, Mason City, IA
Phone
(641) 424-9023
Sugar Plum Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
213 N Pennsylvania Ave, Mason City, IA
Phone
(641) 424-9316
Nicao Head Start-Harding
Headstart Programs
Address
1239 N Rhode Island Ave, Mason City, IA
Phone
(641) 421-4406
Nicao Head Start-Roosevelt
Headstart Programs
Address
313 15th St Se, Mason City, IA
Phone
(641) 421-4415
Tug'S Connection At Hoover
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1123 8th St Nw, Mason City, IA
Phone
(641) 424-9023

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Frequently asked questions

There are 14 all daycares in Mason City, Iowa. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Mason City have an average Google rating of 4.03 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Mason City, 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
Mason City offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 10 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 3 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 Mason City for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Mason City 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.