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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Cougar'S Den Daycare & Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 413 State St, Ackley, IA
- Phone
- (641) 847-2699
Good Shepherd Preschool
Church Daycare
- Address
- 1105 Washington St, Eldora, IA
- Phone
- (641) 858-5928
Montessori Children'S House
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1505 42nd St, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 225-1073
Riverbend Child Care INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 817 River St, Iowa Falls, IA
- Phone
- (641) 648-2425
Muscatine Csd - Mckinley Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 621 Kindler Ave., Muscatine, IA
- Phone
- (563) 263-9049
Saints Mary And Mathias Catholic School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 2407 Cedar St, Muscatine, IA
- Phone
- (563) 263-3264
Muscatine Csd - Colorado Elementary Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 149 Colorado Street, Muscatine, IA
- Phone
- (563) 263-4998
Muscatine Csd - Grant Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 705 Barry Ave., Muscatine, IA
- Phone
- (563) 263-7005
The Salvation Army Kidzone
Child Daycare & Preschools
The Salvation Army Kidzone in Muscatine receives universally positive reviews, with parents praising the organization's community support services including food pantry assistance, summer camp programs, and clothing donations. Staff members are consistently described as friendly, helpful, and caring, creating a welcoming environment for families in need.
Helpful and kind stafffood pantry with generous portionssummer camp programs
- Address
- 1000 Oregon St, Muscatine, IA
- Phone
- (563) 263-8272
Wonder Years Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3300 Highway 38 North, Muscatine, IA
- Phone
- (563) 264-0784
A Child'S Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 701 E 6th St, Muscatine, IA
- Phone
- (563) 263-2984
Caei-Muscatine Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 148 Colorado St, Muscatine, IA
- Phone
- (563) 324-3236
Oskaloosa Csd - Oskaloosa Elementary Ps
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 508 South 7th Street, Oskaloosa, IA
- Phone
- (641) 676-1632
Mahaska County Ymca Kids Korner Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2303 8th Avenue East, University Park, IA
- Phone
- (641) 673-7409
Mahaska County Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 508 S 7th St, Ste 100, Oskaloosa, IA
- Phone
- (641) 676-1830
Mahaska County Ymca Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 508 S 7th St, Oskaloosa, IA
- Phone
- (641) 676-1632
Building Blocks Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 104 Columbus St, Pleasantville, IA
- Phone
- (515) 848-5828
The Bettendorf Kindercare #301113
Child Daycare & Preschools
Parents consistently praise The Bettendorf KinderCare #301113 for exceptional teacher quality, cleanliness, and individualized child care. All reviewers highlight the warm, family-like atmosphere and strong communication with parents. Staff demonstrate genuine passion for their work and support children's emotional and academic development.
Experienced and caring staff with long tenureclean facilitiesregular activity updates via app
- Address
- 2330 Tech Dr, Bettendorf, IA
- Phone
- (563) 332-5632
Scfy-Pleasant View Kids Club
Church Daycare
- Address
- 6333 Crow Creek Rd, Bettendorf, IA
- Phone
- (563) 322-7171
Scfy-Hopewell Kids Club
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 3900 Hopewell, Bettendorf, IA
- Phone
- (563) 323-5725
Scfy-Riverdale Heights Kids Club
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 2125 Devils Glenn Rd, Bettendorf, IA
- Phone
- (563) 323-5730
Scfy-Bridgeview Kids Club
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 316 S 12th St, Le Claire, IA
- Phone
- (563) 323-5725
North Scott Child Care-Grissom
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 500 Lost Grove Rd, Princeton, IA
- Phone
- (563) 285-9710
Caei-Wittenmyer Head Start & Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 2800 Eastern Ave, Bldgs D&L, Davenport, IA
- Phone
- (563) 324-3236
St Paul The Apostle Catholic School Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1007 E Rusholme St, Davenport, IA
- Phone
- (563) 322-2923
Children'S Village Hayes
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 622 S Concord St, Davenport, IA
- Phone
- (563) 823-2086
Eisenhower Elementary Stepping Stones
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 2827 Jersey Ridge Rd, Davenport, IA
- Phone
- (563) 528-0903
Garfield Elementary Stepping Stones
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 902 E 29th St, Davenport, IA
- Phone
- (563) 528-0945
Mckinley Elementary Stepping Stones
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 1716 Kenwood Ave, Davenport, IA
- Phone
- (563) 528-1117
Jackson Elementary Stepping Stones
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 1307 Wisconsin Ave, Davenport, IA
- Phone
- (563) 528-0947
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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.