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Best Daycare Centers in Pella, IA

Compare 6 daycare centers in Pella. Average rating: 4.55/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Pella, Iowa at a glance

Daycares
6
Avg rating
4.55/5
Parent reviews
21
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Pella has 6 licensed daycares with 21 parent reviews averaging 4.55/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 50219 zip code, averaging 4.55 stars across 6 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Pella

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
    De Kinderen Huis Learning & Discovery Center
    4.76 score
    5(16)

    405 Truman Rd, Pella, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children

    De Kinderen Huis receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents surveyed. Parents consistently praise the caring, attentive staff, engaging activities, and strong communication through the facility's daily app. Children show genuine enthusiasm for attending and parents report a positive balance of learning, physical activity, and fun.

    Enthusiastic children who love attendingcaring and attentive staffexcellent daily communication via app with photos and updatesvariety of engaging activities and crafts

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Pella

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.55avg rating
5 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Pella zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
502196
4.55
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Pella (90–200 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Pella based on parent reviews

De Kinderen Huis Learning & Discovery Center

5(16)

405 Truman Rd, Pella, IA

De Kinderen Huis receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents surveyed. Parents consistently praise the caring, attentive staff, engaging activities, and strong communication through the facility's daily app. Children show genuine enthusiasm for attending and parents report a positive balance of learning, physical activity, and fun.

Enthusiastic children who love attendingcaring and attentive staffexcellent daily communication via app with photos and updates

Vermeer Yellow Iron Academy

5(1)

780 250th Ave, Pella, IA

Pella Early Learning Center

4.5(1)

215 Main St, Pella, IA

After School Kids Klub

3.7(3)

950 E University, Pella, IA

One parent highlights the center's excellent teachers, engaging activities, and responsive staff, while another notes the hardworking nature of the team. However, a separate review warns that the program terminated enrollment for a child with special needs due to staffing issues, citing the facility's right to end participation for any reason.

nice teachersfun activitiesexcellent summer program

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Daycare types in Pella

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Before or After School Daycare 1

Daycare Centers in Pella, Iowa

There are 6 daycare centers in Pella, 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 Pella have an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.55 stars. Our analysis covers 21 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Pella, 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 Pella

Showing 6 results

De Kinderen Huis Learning & Discovery Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

De Kinderen Huis receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents surveyed. Parents consistently praise the caring, attentive staff, engaging activities, and strong communication through the facility's daily app. Children show genuine enthusiasm for attending and parents report a positive balance of learning, physical activity, and fun.

Enthusiastic children who love attendingcaring and attentive staffexcellent daily communication via app with photos and updates
Address
405 Truman Rd, Pella, IA
Phone
(641) 629-1424
Vermeer Yellow Iron Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
780 250th Ave, Pella, IA
Phone
(641) 621-8942
Pella Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
215 Main St, Pella, IA
Phone
(641) 628-4845
After School Kids Klub
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

One parent highlights the center's excellent teachers, engaging activities, and responsive staff, while another notes the hardworking nature of the team. However, a separate review warns that the program terminated enrollment for a child with special needs due to staffing issues, citing the facility's right to end participation for any reason.

nice teachersfun activitiesexcellent summer program
Address
950 E University, Pella, IA
Phone
(641) 780-9709
Pella Christian-Creation Station Christian Ps
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
909 Franklin Street, Pella, IA
Phone
(641) 628-8673
Pella Christian Grade School - One To Grow On
Before or After School Daycare
Address
216 Liberty, Pella, IA
Phone
(641) 628-2414

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Frequently asked questions

There are 6 all daycares in Pella, Iowa. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Pella have an average Google rating of 4.55 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 75% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Pella, 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
Pella offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 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 Pella for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Pella 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.