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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Project Youth Daycare Center Generations
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1108 21st Ave, Rock Valley, IA
- Phone
- (712) 451-6939
East Sac County Csd - Begindergarten (Sac)
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 400 S. 16th, Sac City, IA
- Phone
- (712) 662-7200
Odebolt-Arthur Csd-Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 600 S Maple, Odebolt, IA
- Phone
- (712) 688-2289
Wee Wildcat Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 300 S Berwick, Schaller, IA
- Phone
- (712) 275-4267
Schaller-Crestland Preschool
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 300 S Berwick, Schaller, IA
- Phone
- (712) 275-4266
Our Savior Little Lambs Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 301 3rd Street N, Swea City, IA
- Phone
- (515) 272-4696
Learning Center Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 207 Barton Ave, Doon, IA
- Phone
- (712) 449-5109
Kingdom Kids Community Daycare
Church Daycare
- Address
- 305 E Madison St, Inwood, IA
- Phone
- (712) 753-2096
Little Rock Mustang Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 134 1st Ave, Little Rock, IA
- Phone
- (712) 479-2771
Inwood Christian School - Sonlight Ps
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 302 E. Madison, Inwood, IA
- Phone
- (712) 753-4541
George Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 500 E Indiana Ave, George, IA
- Phone
- (712) 475-3675
Lyon County Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 302 S Lincoln St, Rock Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (712) 472-2153
Little Lambs Ps & Kids Come First Basp
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 811 Oak St, Atlantic, IA
- Phone
- (712) 243-4421
Jack And Jill Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1100 Maple St, Atlantic, IA
- Phone
- (712) 243-3934
Lollipop Preschool South
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 207 E 6th St, Massena, IA
- Phone
- (712) 773-0061
Kids Spot Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 114 N Michigan St, Lake City, IA
- Phone
- (712) 464-3053
Kuempercares
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 109 S Clark St, Carroll, IA
- Phone
- (712) 830-6134
Breda Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 406 N 3rd St, Breda, IA
- Phone
- (712) 673-5437
Little Lamb Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1844 Highland Dr, Carroll, IA
- Phone
- (712) 792-4354
Early Steps To Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 708 N Adams St, Carroll, IA
- Phone
- (712) 792-1811
Carroll County Head Start Am & Pm
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 23751 Highway 30, Carroll, IA
- Phone
- (712) 792-9266
Sioux Central Childcare-Infant Site
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 515 Elm St, Sioux Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (712) 283-2395
St. Mary'S School-Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 312 Seneca Street, Storm Lake, IA
- Phone
- (712) 732-4166
Storm Lake St Mary'S Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 312 Seneca St, Storm Lake, IA
- Phone
- (712) 732-4166
Mustard Seed Community Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 300 Ash St, Aurelia, IA
- Phone
- (712) 434-5985
Cherokee 1 And 2 Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 515 West Cedar, Cherokee, IA
- Phone
- (515) 281-8472
River Valley Csd-Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 100 South 5th Street, Washta, IA
- Phone
- (712) 447-6318
Tina'S Tots Daycare
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 403 W 2nd St, Diagonal, IA
- Phone
- (641) 734-5331
Ringgold County Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 304 N Lincoln, Mount Ayr, IA
- Phone
- (641) 446-3107
Ringgold County Child Care/Family Resource Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 302 N Lincoln, Mount Ayr, IA
- Phone
- (641) 464-3385
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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.