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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Inman Primary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 900 Inman Dr, Red Oak, IA
- Phone
- (712) 623-6635
Grimes Cdc Ltd Dba Brighter Beginnings
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1901 N James St, Grimes, IA
- Phone
- (515) 986-0022
Wapello County Head Start-Wesley Site
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 725 2nd Street West, Ottumwa, IA
- Phone
- (641) 682-8741
Tiger Pack School Age Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1025 11th St, Eldora, IA
- Phone
- (641) 939-5533
Allison Little Lambs Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 721 Cherry St, Allison, IA
- Phone
- (319) 267-2242
Townview Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 439 W 4th St, Sioux City, IA
- Phone
- (712) 233-5457
The Wolverine Den Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 300 3rd Ave. Sw, West Bend, IA
- Phone
- (515) 887-7777
Clarksville Child Development LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 111 S Main St, Clarksville, IA
- Phone
- (319) 278-4076
Apple Daycare INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 119 N 7th St, Sheffield, IA
- Phone
- (641) 892-4647
Precious People Preschool INC
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 805 N Home Ave, Lenox, IA
- Phone
- (641) 333-2564
Kids Palace Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1019 Market St, Gowrie, IA
- Phone
- (515) 352-5522
Southeast Webster Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 104 2nd St Nw, Dayton, IA
- Phone
- (515) 547-2200
Atlantic I & II Head Start Preschool
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 54233 Olive St, Atlantic, IA
- Phone
- (712) 243-4001
Cathy'S Kiddie Cottage
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 905 W State St, Williamsburg, IA
- Phone
- (319) 668-1952
Pleasant Hill Kindercare
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1425 Copper Creek Dr, Pleasant Hill, IA
- Phone
- (515) 262-3838
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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.