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Best Daycare Centers in Milford, IA

Compare 5 daycare centers in Milford. Average rating: 4.47/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Milford, Iowa at a glance

Daycares
5
Avg rating
4.47/5
Parent reviews
6
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Milford offers 5 licensed daycares, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 4.47/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 51351 zip code, averaging 4.47 stars across 5 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Milford

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.47avg rating
4 daycares · 3 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Milford zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
513515
4.47
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Milford (20–81 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Milford based on parent reviews

Little Hands Childcare & Preschool INC-Milford

5(1)

904 J Ave, Milford, IA

Safari Child Care Center

4.4(2)

403 P Avenue, Milford, IA

Little Sprouts Daycare

4(3)

1510 Okoboji Ave, Milford, IA

One parent highlights the center as a safe, educational environment with excellent, qualified staff and engaging curriculum. Conversely, another parent reports significant communication issues, including unreturned calls and inconsistent phone policies for parents, while also criticizing the pricing and facility type.

safe educational environmentqualified staffengaging curriculum

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Daycare types in Milford

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 1

Daycare Centers in Milford, Iowa

There are 5 daycare centers in Milford, 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 Milford have an average rating of 4.47 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.47 stars. Our analysis covers 6 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Milford, 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 Milford

Showing 5 results

Little Hands Childcare & Preschool INC-Milford
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
904 J Ave, Milford, IA
Phone
(712) 338-4001
Safari Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
403 P Avenue, Milford, IA
Phone
(712) 338-2731
Little Sprouts Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

One parent highlights the center as a safe, educational environment with excellent, qualified staff and engaging curriculum. Conversely, another parent reports significant communication issues, including unreturned calls and inconsistent phone policies for parents, while also criticizing the pricing and facility type.

safe educational environmentqualified staffengaging curriculum
Address
1510 Okoboji Ave, Milford, IA
Phone
(712) 338-2349
Okoboji Y Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1100 8th St, Milford, IA
Phone
(712) 330-6944
Milford Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
1100 8th St, Milford, IA
Phone
(712) 338-2534

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 all daycares in Milford, Iowa. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Milford have an average Google rating of 4.47 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Milford, 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
Milford offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 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 Milford for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Milford 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.