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Best Daycare Centers in Sheldon, IA

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

Sheldon, Iowa at a glance

Daycares
5
Avg rating
4.55/5
Parent reviews
3
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Sheldon offers 5 licensed daycares, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 4.55/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 51201 zip code, averaging 4.55 stars across 5 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Sheldon

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Before or After School Daycare

4.1avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Sheldon zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
512015
4.55
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Sheldon (16–236 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Sheldon based on parent reviews

Sheldon Community Daycare & Preschool

4.1(3)

1221 E 6th Street, Sheldon, IA

Parents report that Sheldon Community Daycare & Preschool offers a small, caring environment with good teaching and happy children. However, some feedback highlights significant administrative and safety concerns, including unexpected charges and lax pickup procedures.

caring and loving environmentgood teachingsmall setting

Noah'S Ark Preschool

5

1425 Pleasant Court Dr, Sheldon, IA

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Daycare types in Sheldon

Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 3

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🎨 Preschools 4

Daycare Centers in Sheldon, Iowa

There are 5 daycare centers in Sheldon, 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 Sheldon have an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 3 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Sheldon, 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 Sheldon

Showing 5 results

Noah'S Ark Preschool
Church Daycare
5
Address
1425 Pleasant Court Dr, Sheldon, IA
Phone
(712) 631-0010
Sheldon Community Daycare & Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
4.1

Parents report that Sheldon Community Daycare & Preschool offers a small, caring environment with good teaching and happy children. However, some feedback highlights significant administrative and safety concerns, including unexpected charges and lax pickup procedures.

caring and loving environmentgood teachingsmall setting
Address
1221 E 6th Street, Sheldon, IA
Phone
(712) 324-4837
Kingdom Kids Preschool-Sheldon Christian School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1425 E 9th St, Sheldon, IA
Phone
(712) 324-2429
Children'S World Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1221 E 6th St, Sheldon, IA
Phone
(712) 324-4837
Sheldon Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
1221 E 6th St, Sheldon, IA
Phone
(712) 324-3825

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 all daycares in Sheldon, Iowa. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Sheldon have an average Google rating of 4.55 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Sheldon, 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
Sheldon offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Sheldon for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Sheldon 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.