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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Rainbows And Friends Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 403 E North St, Bloomfield, IA
- Phone
- (641) 664-1606
Onv-Manchester 1 Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 412 Lincoln St, Manchester, IA
- Phone
- (563) 927-3342
St Mary'S School Extended Care
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 132 W Butler St, Manchester, IA
- Phone
- (563) 927-3689
St. Joseph Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 321 Mary St, Earlville, IA
- Phone
- (563) 923-2068
Burlington Csd-James Wilson Grimes School-Stars
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 800 South Street, Burlington, IA
- Phone
- (319) 753-0420
Madison Head Start Ps & Elc
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 2132 Madison Ave, Ste 100, Burlington, IA
- Phone
- (319) 752-5692
Little Nikes
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 700 S Roosevelt Ave, Burlington, IA
- Phone
- (319) 752-3776
Sunny Day Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3109 Sunnyside Ave, Burlington, IA
- Phone
- (319) 753-9868
Great River Christian School & Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 426 Harrison Ave, Burlington, IA
- Phone
- (319) 753-2255
Kid Zone
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1701 W Agency Rd, West Burlington, IA
- Phone
- (319) 768-1234
Sacred Heart Preschool And Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 302 Eddy Place, Maquoketa, IA
- Phone
- (563) 652-3743
Little Shepherd Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 210 E Platt St, Maquoketa, IA
- Phone
- (563) 652-5858
Wee Care For Young People
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1 S Main Street, Preston, IA
- Phone
- (563) 689-3350
Wee Wisdom Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 710 Valley Dr, Carlisle, IA
- Phone
- (515) 989-0519
Wee Care Respite Nursery
Church Daycare
- Address
- 307 W Ashland Ave, Indianola, IA
- Phone
- (515) 961-4716
Indianola Child Care-Wilder
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2303 W Euclid, Indianola, IA
- Phone
- (515) 961-9565
Indianola Child Care-Irving
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 500 W Clinton Ave, Indianola, IA
- Phone
- (515) 961-9565
Carol'S Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1119 Gordon Ave, Norwalk, IA
- Phone
- (515) 981-0023
Magical Beginnings Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 701 E Marion St, Corydon, IA
- Phone
- (641) 872-1445
University Of Dubuque Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1001 Mccormick St, Dubuque, IA
- Phone
- (563) 585-7461
Dcy School-Age Program - Hoover
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 3259 St Anne Dr, Dubuque, IA
- Phone
- (563) 556-3371
Dcy School-Age Program - Eisenhower
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 3170 Spring Valley Rd, Dubuque, IA
- Phone
- (563) 556-3371
Onv-Engine House Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 1805 Central Ave, Dubuque, IA
- Phone
- (563) 557-5515
Dcy Creative Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 35 N Booth St, Dubuque, IA
- Phone
- (563) 556-3371
Onv-Westminster Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 2155 University Ave, Dubuque, IA
- Phone
- (563) 556-6536
Dcy School-Age Program - Sageville
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 12015 Sherrill Rd, Dubuque, IA
- Phone
- (563) 556-3371
Dcy School-Age Program - Carver
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 2007 Radford Rd, Dubuque, IA
- Phone
- (563) 556-3371
Dcy School-Age Program-Table Mound
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 100 Tower Dr, Dubuque, IA
- Phone
- (563) 556-3371
St Columbkille Early Childhood
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1220 Rush St, Dubuque, IA
- Phone
- (563) 583-1620
Dcy School-Age Program - Epworth
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 201 Jacoby Drive, Epworth, IA
- Phone
- (563) 556-3371
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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.