1,635 Daycare Centers in Iowa
Browse 1,635 daycare centers across Iowa. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.
Choosing Daycare Centers in Iowa
Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Iowa can make the decision-making process smoother.
Iowa has about 1,635 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.
Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Iowa. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.
Daycare Breakdown in Iowa
There are 1,635 daycares in Iowa: 163 headstart facilities, 444 before/after school centers, 155 religious facility daycares, and 873 childcare and preschool centers.
| Daycare Type | Total |
|---|---|
| Childcare & Pre-school | 873 |
| Headstart Programs | 163 |
| Religious / Church Based Daycare | 155 |
| Before or After School | 444 |
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All Daycare Centers in Iowa
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Valley Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 23493 Canoe Rd, ELGIN, IA
- Phone
- (563) 426-5891
Neicac-West Union Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 400 N Pine St, WEST UNION, IA
- Phone
- (563) 422-6101
Warmth And Wonders Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 208 S Olive St, WINFIELD, IA
- Phone
- (319) 257-7700
Henry County Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 1303 W Washington, MOUNT PLEASANT, IA
- Phone
- (319) 385-4523
Grow-N-Glow Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 304 E Main St, NEW LONDON, IA
- Phone
- (319) 367-5303
New Hampton Csd-The Learning Center
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 206 West Main, NEW HAMPTON, IA
- Phone
- (641) 394-2517
Fun In The Son Daycare & Preschool
Church Daycare
- Address
- 109 E Railroad, FREDERICKSBURG, IA
- Phone
- (563) 237-6117
Neicac-New Hampton Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 201 N Locust Ave, NEW HAMPTON, IA
- Phone
- (641) 394-4512
Tug'S Connection
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 1421 4th Street Se, MASON CITY, IA
- Phone
- (641) 424-9023
Sugar Plum Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 213 N Pennsylvania Ave, MASON CITY, IA
- Phone
- (641) 424-9316
Nicao Head Start-Harding
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 1239 N Rhode Island Ave, MASON CITY, IA
- Phone
- (641) 421-4406
Nicao Head Start-Roosevelt
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 313 15th St Se, MASON CITY, IA
- Phone
- (641) 421-4415
Redeemer Lutheran Preschool & Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 301 S Main St, VENTURA, IA
- Phone
- (641) 829-3615
Knight Club
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 609 125th Street, MECHANICSVILLE, IA
- Phone
- (563) 432-6752
Tiny Tigers Wrap Around (Preschool) Child Care
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 601 Lemon St, TIPTON, IA
- Phone
- (563) 886-6131
Cracker Box Kids
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 408 7th St, DURANT, IA
- Phone
- (563) 785-4675
Caei-Tipton Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 101 Lynn St, TIPTON, IA
- Phone
- (563) 324-3236
Early Beginnings INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 98 3rd Ave, VAN HORNE, IA
- Phone
- (319) 228-8808
Happy Time Child Development Center-2
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 308 E 13th St, VINTON, IA
- Phone
- (319) 472-4840
Community United Child Care Centers-Nordic Drive
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5109 Nordic Dr, CEDAR FALLS, IA
- Phone
- (319) 266-4477
Y'S Kids At Hansen
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 616 Holmes Dr, CEDAR FALLS, IA
- Phone
- (319) 234-7589
Circle Of Care-St Patrick Catholic School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 615 Washington St, CEDAR FALLS, IA
- Phone
- (319) 277-6781
Y'S Kids At Cedar Falls Lincoln
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 321 W 8th St, CEDAR FALLS, IA
- Phone
- (319) 234-7589
Y'S Kids At North Cedar
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 2419 Fern Ave, CEDAR FALLS, IA
- Phone
- (319) 234-7589
Clover Patch Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 802 Main St, CEDAR FALLS, IA
- Phone
- (319) 277-6781
Ymca School Age Care At Orchard Hill Elem
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 3909 Rownd St, CEDAR FALLS, IA
- Phone
- (319) 233-3531
Ymca School Age Care At Cedar Heights Elem
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 2417 Rainbow Dr, CEDAR FALLS, IA
- Phone
- (319) 233-3531
Ymca School Age Care At Southdale Elem
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 627 Orchard Dr, CEDAR FALLS, IA
- Phone
- (319) 233-3531
Y'S Kids At Hudson Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 136 S Washington St, HUDSON, IA
- Phone
- (319) 234-7589
La Porte City Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 515 Filmore Street, LA PORTE CITY, IA
- Phone
- (319) 342-3141
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Frequently asked questions
There are 1,635 all daycares across Iowa. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Iowa are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Iowa's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Iowa, consider:
- Licensing status and inspection history
- Staff-to-child ratios (Iowa sets minimum requirements by age group)
- Staff qualifications and training
- Safety measures and facility cleanliness
- Parent reviews and Google ratings
- Curriculum and daily schedule
- Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Iowa vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.