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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The Early Childhood Learning Center - Cherokee Csd
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 400 N Roosevelt, Cherokee, IA
- Phone
- (515) 281-8472
Dr Smith School Age Summer Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 918 W Main St, Mcgregor, IA
- Phone
- (563) 873-2992
Brick Street Kids Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 23932 Meadow Rd, Adel, IA
- Phone
- (515) 490-3878
Nicao Head Start-Algona
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 613 Diagonal St, Algona, IA
- Phone
- (515) 295-7511
Caei-Clinton Head Start And Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 350 5th Ave N, Clinton, IA
- Phone
- (563) 324-3236
Goose Lake Giggle-N-Grow LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1 School Lane, Goose Lake, IA
- Phone
- (563) 577-2221
Central Csd-Central Wee Little Warriors
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 117 Gunder Road, Elkader, IA
- Phone
- (563) 245-3333
St. Mary'S School (Guttenberg)
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 510 South 2nd St., Guttenberg, IA
- Phone
- (563) 252-1577
Clayton Ridge Csd Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 210 Main St., Guttenberg, IA
- Phone
- (563) 252-3934
Neicac-Guttenberg Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 131 S River Park Dr, Guttenberg, IA
- Phone
- (563) 252-2419
Mfl Marmac Csd-Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 700 South Page Street, Monona, IA
- Phone
- (563) 539-2032
Dr Clifford C Smith Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 626 Main St, Mc Gregor, IA
- Phone
- (563) 873-2992
Elkader Childcare And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 117 Gunder Rd, Elkader, IA
- Phone
- (563) 245-3333
Little Bulldog Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 704 S Page St, Monona, IA
- Phone
- (563) 539-4966
St. Benedict School-Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 402 Rural Ave., Decorah, IA
- Phone
- (563) 382-4668
Decorah Csd - West Side Early Childhood Center
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 300 Center Street, Decorah, IA
- Phone
- (563) 382-4451
Northeast Iowa Montessori School INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 418 W Water St, Decorah, IA
- Phone
- (563) 382-6491
South Winneshiek Elementary (Jump Start)
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 208 E. Brooks St., Box 298, Ossian, IA
- Phone
- (563) 532-9365
South Winneshiek Elementary (K-Prep)
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 208 E. Brooks St, Ossian, IA
- Phone
- (712) 323-3703
Cfs Catholic Prechool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 107 E South St, Calmar, IA
- Phone
- (563) 562-1018
Neicac-Decorah Child Development
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 301 Center St, Decorah, IA
- Phone
- (563) 382-2518
Nisse Preschool And Kids Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 311 College Dr, Decorah, IA
- Phone
- (563) 382-4794
South Winneshiek Early Childhood Success Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 208 E Brooks St, Ossian, IA
- Phone
- (563) 532-9365
Noah'S Ark Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 902 E 15th St S, Newton, IA
- Phone
- (641) 792-2083
Camp Fire Mustang Trailblazers Basp
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 309 E Plainsmen Rd, Prairie City, IA
- Phone
- (515) 994-2377
Ia Valley Comm Sch Dist
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 359 E Hilton St, Marengo, IA
- Phone
- (319) 642-7714
Cdi Headstart - Williamsburg
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 416 N Highland St, Williamsburg, IA
- Phone
- (319) 250-4638
Williamsburg Community Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 2383 Raider Drive, Williamsburg, IA
- Phone
- (319) 668-8973
Williamsburg Community Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 802 Franklin St, Williamsburg, IA
- Phone
- (319) 668-9515
Davis County Daycare And Preschool
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 200 N East St, Bloomfield, IA
- Phone
- (641) 664-3130
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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.