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Best Daycare Centers in Pleasant Hill, IA

Compare 8 daycare centers in Pleasant Hill. Average rating: 3.55/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Pleasant Hill, Iowa at a glance

Daycares
8
Avg rating
3.55/5
Parent reviews
40
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Pleasant Hill has 8 licensed daycares with 40 parent reviews averaging 3.55/5.The largest concentration is in 50327 with 8 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Pleasant Hill

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
    The Nannies Unlimited
    4.08 score
    4.1(17)

    6393 Ne Rising Sun Dr, Pleasant Hill, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 167 children

    The Nannies Unlimited receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, stable staff and safe environment. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with many noting successful transitions to kindergarten. Families feel confident leaving their children in the care of dedicated teachers and responsive directors.

    Experienced and stable staff with low turnovercaring and personable teacherssafe environmentgood academic preparation for kindergarten
  2. 2
    Shining Stars Child Development Center
    3.33 score
    3(10)

    1250 Ne 56th St, Pleasant Hill, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 290 children

    Shining Stars has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the caring, stable staff, clean facility, good communication, and child development. Negative reviews raise concerns about owner management practices, employee conduct, and aggressive debt collection tactics.

    caring and stable staff with low turnoverclean and organized facilitydaily communication and photosgood security

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Pleasant Hill

4.5 - 5.0
0
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
4
Below 3
0

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Pleasant Hill zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
503278
3.55
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Pleasant Hill (45–290 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

5

Very Large

150+ children

2

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Pleasant Hill based on parent reviews

Shining Stars Child Development Ctr II

4.3(2)

5400 Jennifer Dr, Pleasant Hill, IA

The Nannies Unlimited

4.1(17)

6393 Ne Rising Sun Dr, Pleasant Hill, IA

The Nannies Unlimited receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, stable staff and safe environment. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with many noting successful transitions to kindergarten. Families feel confident leaving their children in the care of dedicated teachers and responsive directors.

Experienced and stable staff with low turnovercaring and personable teacherssafe environment

Altoona Campus Kids Klub-Four Mile

3.7(3)

670 Se 68th St, Pleasant Hill, IA

One parent highlights the school's supportive staff, engaging activities, and responsive summer program, while another notes the hardworking nature of the team. Conversely, a different reviewer reports being terminated from the program due to staffing issues, specifically citing concerns about their autistic child's enrollment.

nice teachersfun activitiesexcellent summer program

Wee Bearz Child Care

3.1(4)

5191 Maple Dr, Ste H, Pleasant Hill, IA

One parent praises staff member Chloe Daniels and the caring environment, while another criticizes the staff's handling of children with special needs and inadequate supervision. A separate review highlights a serious injury involving an 18-month-old child on age-inappropriate playground equipment, resulting in the family discontinuing their use of the facility.

Chloe Daniels is a good employeecaring staffchildren are kept safe and well cared for

Wee Bearz Cubs Club

3.1(4)

5191 Maple Dr, Ste O, Pleasant Hill, IA

Some parents appreciate the caring staff and specific employees like Chloe Daniels, noting that children feel safe and well-cared for. However, other reviewers report serious concerns regarding inadequate staff training for special needs and supervision failures that led to a child's injury.

caring staffchild safetyspecific employee quality

Shining Stars Child Development Center

3(10)

1250 Ne 56th St, Pleasant Hill, IA

Shining Stars has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the caring, stable staff, clean facility, good communication, and child development. Negative reviews raise concerns about owner management practices, employee conduct, and aggressive debt collection tactics.

caring and stable staff with low turnoverclean and organized facilitydaily communication and photos

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Daycare Centers in Pleasant Hill, Iowa

There are 8 daycare centers in Pleasant Hill, 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 Pleasant Hill have an average rating of 3.55 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.55 stars. Our analysis covers 40 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Pleasant Hill, 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 Pleasant Hill

Showing 8 results

Shining Stars Child Development Ctr II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
5400 Jennifer Dr, Pleasant Hill, IA
Phone
(515) 266-2264
The Nannies Unlimited
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

The Nannies Unlimited receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, stable staff and safe environment. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with many noting successful transitions to kindergarten. Families feel confident leaving their children in the care of dedicated teachers and responsive directors.

Experienced and stable staff with low turnovercaring and personable teacherssafe environment
Address
6393 Ne Rising Sun Dr, Pleasant Hill, IA
Phone
(515) 264-8288
Altoona Campus Kids Klub-Four Mile
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

One parent highlights the school's supportive staff, engaging activities, and responsive summer program, while another notes the hardworking nature of the team. Conversely, a different reviewer reports being terminated from the program due to staffing issues, specifically citing concerns about their autistic child's enrollment.

nice teachersfun activitiesexcellent summer program
Address
670 Se 68th St, Pleasant Hill, IA
Phone
(515) 967-5078
Wee Bearz Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.1

One parent praises staff member Chloe Daniels and the caring environment, while another criticizes the staff's handling of children with special needs and inadequate supervision. A separate review highlights a serious injury involving an 18-month-old child on age-inappropriate playground equipment, resulting in the family discontinuing their use of the facility.

Chloe Daniels is a good employeecaring staffchildren are kept safe and well cared for
Address
5191 Maple Dr, Ste H, Pleasant Hill, IA
Phone
(515) 263-3503
Wee Bearz Cubs Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.1

Some parents appreciate the caring staff and specific employees like Chloe Daniels, noting that children feel safe and well-cared for. However, other reviewers report serious concerns regarding inadequate staff training for special needs and supervision failures that led to a child's injury.

caring staffchild safetyspecific employee quality
Address
5191 Maple Dr, Ste O, Pleasant Hill, IA
Phone
(515) 263-3503
Shining Stars Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

Shining Stars has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the caring, stable staff, clean facility, good communication, and child development. Negative reviews raise concerns about owner management practices, employee conduct, and aggressive debt collection tactics.

caring and stable staff with low turnoverclean and organized facilitydaily communication and photos
Address
1250 Ne 56th St, Pleasant Hill, IA
Phone
(515) 564-0507
Metro Kids - Pleasant Hill
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4801 E Oakwood Dr, Pleasant Hill, IA
Phone
(515) 242-7951
Pleasant Hill Kindercare
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1425 Copper Creek Dr, Pleasant Hill, IA
Phone
(515) 262-3838

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Frequently asked questions

There are 8 all daycares in Pleasant Hill, Iowa. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Pleasant Hill have an average Google rating of 3.55 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Pleasant Hill, 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
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 Pleasant Hill for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Pleasant Hill 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.