41 Daycare Centers in West Des Moines, Iowa
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Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in West Des Moines
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.
- 1Cadence Academy Preschool4.72 score4.9(20)
1809 Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 118 children
Parents consistently praise Cadence Academy Preschool in West Des Moines for its caring, knowledgeable staff and developmentally appropriate curriculum. Children show measurable learning progress and emotional growth, with staff members like director Erica and Anya frequently highlighted for their dedication and compassion. Parents report feeling confident in the quality of care and educational activities provided.
Caring and loving staffStrong educational curricul - 2Cadence Academy Preschool4.64 score4.8(20)
5859 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 122 children
Parents consistently praise Cadence Academy for its caring, qualified staff who genuinely love working with children. The center is noted for safe environments, quality curriculum across all age levels, excellent communication through daily apps and photos, and strong preparation for kindergarten transition.
Caring and passionate teacherssafe environmentquality curriculum focusing on creativity and academic skillsfrequent parent communication via app and photos - 32 For U Childcare West LLC4.48 score4.6(20)
720 S 68th St, West Des Moines, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 263 children
Parents consistently praise 2 for U Childcare West for its caring, engaged staff who treat children with genuine affection and personal attention. The center offers a well-rounded educational program with activities, field trips, and communication tools that keep parents informed. Multiple families report long-term satisfaction, with some enrolling children across multiple age groups over many years.
Caring and attentive staffeducational activities and curriculum - 4Blessings LLC Care For Kids4.45 score4.7(9)
6820 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 43 children
Parents consistently praise Blessings LLC Care for Kids for its warm, family-like environment and dedicated staff led by owner Kathy. Families highlight the center's engaging activities, field trips, accommodating approach, and the genuine care staff provides to each child. The facility has maintained strong operations even during challenging times like the pandemic.
Patient and kind staffowner actively involved and accessiblefamily-oriented atmosphereextensive summer activities and field trips - 5Vine Street Child Care INC4.24 score4.3(20)
2520 Vine St, West Des Moines, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 94 children
Parents consistently praise Vine Street Child Care for exceptional staff care, strong child development outcomes, and a warm, welcoming environment. Multiple reviewers highlight the stability of staff, responsive management, and daily communication through photos and updates. Children are reported to enjoy attending and thrive academically and socially.
Caring and attentive staffconsistent staff retentionon-site ownerssafe and nurturing environment - 6Lil Scholars Too4.24 score4.3(20)
1300 8th St Suite, #2, West Des Moines, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 158 children
Lil Scholars Too receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, academic focus, clean facility, and strong communication. Children reportedly feel happy, safe, and show measurable learning and developmental progress.
Caring and attentive staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsacademic focusclean facility - 7Ashworth Road Baptist Church Preschool4.22 score4.3(13)
5300 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 48 children
Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, praising the facility's biblical teaching, friendly congregation, community involvement, and welcoming atmosphere. However, one reviewer reported experiencing unwelcoming and passive-aggressive behavior based on race. Note: Most reviews appear to be about the church itself rather than the preschool program specifically.
Sound biblical teachingfriendly congregationcommunity engagement and missions opportunitiesnice facility - 8Step By Step Childcare And Preschool4.2 score4.3(10)
2210 Ep True Pkwy, Ste A, West Des Moines, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 78 children
Step by Step Childcare has extremely polarized reviews. The majority of parents praise the caring staff, clean environment, and quality learning experiences, with many describing it as family-like. However, two negative reviews raise serious concerns about operational issues, hygiene standards, failed health inspections, and handling of behavioral incidents.
Caring and loving staffclean facilityfriendly environmentsafe environment - 9Full Circle Child Development Center LLC4.14 score4.2(11)
9375 Bishop Dr, West Des Moines, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 220 children
Full Circle receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from current parents, with praise for caring staff, clean facilities, strong communication, and children's happiness and development. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about management professionalism, staff turnover, cleanliness, safety protocols, and facility condition. The majority of reviews (8 of 10) rate the center 5/5 stars.
caring and passionate teachersexcellent communication with parents via - 10West Des Moines Child Care Center4.08 score4.1(20)
1721 25th St, Suite 200, West Des Moines, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 102 children
Parents consistently praise New Creations Child Care Center for its caring, welcoming staff and clean facilities. Children are reported to be happy, comfortable, and well-cared for, with frequent communication and photo updates provided to parents. The director Halie and teaching staff are specifically highlighted as exceptional and loving.
Caring and loving staffresponsive director and teachersclean facilityfrequent photo updates and communication with parents
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in West Des Moines based on parent reviews
Cadence Academy Preschool
1809 Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA
Parents consistently praise Cadence Academy Preschool in West Des Moines for its caring, knowledgeable staff and developmentally appropriate curriculum. Children show measurable learning progress and emotional growth, with staff members like director Erica and Anya frequently highlighted for their dedication and compassion. Parents report feeling confident in the quality of care and educational activities provided.
Cadence Academy Preschool
5859 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA
Parents consistently praise Cadence Academy for its caring, qualified staff who genuinely love working with children. The center is noted for safe environments, quality curriculum across all age levels, excellent communication through daily apps and photos, and strong preparation for kindergarten transition.
2 For U Childcare West LLC
720 S 68th St, West Des Moines, IA
Parents consistently praise 2 for U Childcare West for its caring, engaged staff who treat children with genuine affection and personal attention. The center offers a well-rounded educational program with activities, field trips, and communication tools that keep parents informed. Multiple families report long-term satisfaction, with some enrolling children across multiple age groups over many years.
Blessings LLC Care For Kids
6820 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA
Parents consistently praise Blessings LLC Care for Kids for its warm, family-like environment and dedicated staff led by owner Kathy. Families highlight the center's engaging activities, field trips, accommodating approach, and the genuine care staff provides to each child. The facility has maintained strong operations even during challenging times like the pandemic.
Vine Street Child Care INC
2520 Vine St, West Des Moines, IA
Parents consistently praise Vine Street Child Care for exceptional staff care, strong child development outcomes, and a warm, welcoming environment. Multiple reviewers highlight the stability of staff, responsive management, and daily communication through photos and updates. Children are reported to enjoy attending and thrive academically and socially.
Lil Scholars Too
1300 8th St Suite, #2, West Des Moines, IA
Lil Scholars Too receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, academic focus, clean facility, and strong communication. Children reportedly feel happy, safe, and show measurable learning and developmental progress.
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Daycare Centers in West Des Moines, Iowa
There are 41 daycare centers in West Des Moines, Iowa. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.
When choosing a daycare in West Des Moines, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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- Address
- 720 Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 279-8897
- Address
- 1020 24th St, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 494-7735
- Address
- 3900 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 225-1952
Parents consistently praise Cadence Academy Preschool in West Des Moines for its caring, knowledgeable staff and developmentally appropriate curriculum. Children show measurable learning progress and emotional growth, with staff members like director Erica and Anya frequently highlighted for their dedication and compassion. Parents report feeling confident in the quality of care and educational activities provided.
- Address
- 1809 Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 989-6844
Parents consistently praise Cadence Academy for its caring, qualified staff who genuinely love working with children. The center is noted for safe environments, quality curriculum across all age levels, excellent communication through daily apps and photos, and strong preparation for kindergarten transition.
- Address
- 5859 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 226-9791
Parents consistently praise Blessings LLC Care for Kids for its warm, family-like environment and dedicated staff led by owner Kathy. Families highlight the center's engaging activities, field trips, accommodating approach, and the genuine care staff provides to each child. The facility has maintained strong operations even during challenging times like the pandemic.
- Address
- 6820 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 556-5693
Parents consistently praise 2 for U Childcare West for its caring, engaged staff who treat children with genuine affection and personal attention. The center offers a well-rounded educational program with activities, field trips, and communication tools that keep parents informed. Multiple families report long-term satisfaction, with some enrolling children across multiple age groups over many years.
- Address
- 720 S 68th St, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 225-3603
Parents consistently praise Vine Street Child Care for exceptional staff care, strong child development outcomes, and a warm, welcoming environment. Multiple reviewers highlight the stability of staff, responsive management, and daily communication through photos and updates. Children are reported to enjoy attending and thrive academically and socially.
- Address
- 2520 Vine St, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 327-0101
Step by Step Childcare has extremely polarized reviews. The majority of parents praise the caring staff, clean environment, and quality learning experiences, with many describing it as family-like. However, two negative reviews raise serious concerns about operational issues, hygiene standards, failed health inspections, and handling of behavioral incidents.
- Address
- 2210 Ep True Pkwy, Ste A, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 401-1068
Lil Scholars Too receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, academic focus, clean facility, and strong communication. Children reportedly feel happy, safe, and show measurable learning and developmental progress.
- Address
- 1300 8th St Suite, #2, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 223-0008
Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, praising the facility's biblical teaching, friendly congregation, community involvement, and welcoming atmosphere. However, one reviewer reported experiencing unwelcoming and passive-aggressive behavior based on race. Note: Most reviews appear to be about the church itself rather than the preschool program specifically.
- Address
- 5300 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 223-0914
Full Circle receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from current parents, with praise for caring staff, clean facilities, strong communication, and children's happiness and development. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about management professionalism, staff turnover, cleanliness, safety protocols, and facility condition. The majority of reviews (8 of 10) rate the center 5/5 stars.
- Address
- 9375 Bishop Dr, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 987-9642
Parents consistently praise New Creations Child Care Center for its caring, welcoming staff and clean facilities. Children are reported to be happy, comfortable, and well-cared for, with frequent communication and photo updates provided to parents. The director Halie and teaching staff are specifically highlighted as exceptional and loving.
- Address
- 1721 25th St, Suite 200, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 225-6115
A Child's World in West Des Moines receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple years of enrollment. Parents highlight the caring and nurturing staff, safe and clean facility, strong communication throughout the day, and reasonable pricing. Multiple families report their children were well-prepared for elementary school and expressed difficulty leaving the center when relocating.
- Address
- 475 68th Street, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 224-1339
This YMCA before & after school program receives strong ratings for its family-friendly atmosphere, clean facilities, and helpful staff. Parents appreciate the comprehensive programming including childcare, classes, pool access, and organized activities for children. However, some members note issues with equipment maintenance, internet connectivity, and overcrowding during peak times.
- Address
- 8000 Ep True Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 249-8165
Alphabet Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and inclusive environment. Parents highlight long-term enrollment, strong teacher-child relationships, active learning, and responsive communication. The facility is noted as clean and welcoming to children with diverse needs.
- Address
- 6355 Beechtree Dr, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 223-1387
- Address
- 7075 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 457-7167
Parents consistently praise Traditions Children's Center II Building 200 for its family-like atmosphere, caring staff, and strong communication with families. Directors Makaila and Stephanie are frequently highlighted for their attentiveness and leadership. All reviewers report high satisfaction with their children's happiness, safety, and developmental progress.
- Address
- 480 S 51st St, Bldg 200, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 327-0008
- Address
- 600 39th St, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 577-6906
- Address
- 713 8th St, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 577-6882
- Address
- 1653 Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 226-9662
- Address
- 1119 5th St, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 255-0220
- Address
- 807 23rd St, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 633-5018
- Address
- 4105 Fuller Rd, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 577-6873
- Address
- 5500 Ep True Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 577-6908
- Address
- 1050 50th St, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 577-6857
- Address
- 5400 University Ave, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 226-6017
Parents consistently praise Traditions Children's Center II Building 100 for its family-like atmosphere, caring staff, and quality care across all age groups. Directors Makaila and Stephanie are highlighted for their accessibility and genuine concern for children and families. All 10 reviews rate the center 5/5 stars, citing strong communication, staff stability, educational development, and willingness to accommodate special medical needs.
- Address
- 490 S 51st St, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 327-1010
- Address
- 7075 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 223-4577
- Address
- 925 Jordan Creek Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 422-9122
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