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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Afton, IA

Compare 1 child daycare & preschools in Afton. Average rating: 4.5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Afton, Iowa at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.5/5
Parent reviews
8
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Afton offers 1 licensed child daycare & preschools, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 4.5/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Afton

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    East Union Aspire Before & After School Program
    4.38 score
    4.7(6)

    1916 High School Dr, Afton, IA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 50 children

    Reviews consistently praise the staff for being friendly, welcoming, and helpful. Parents appreciate the affordable prices and quality of items available. However, the facility's limited hours (Tuesday and Thursday only) are a drawback for some.

    friendly and happy staffaffordable pricesgood selection of itemswelcoming atmosphere

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Afton

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Afton, based on parent reviews

Before or After School Daycare

4.5avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Afton (15–78 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

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Daycare types in Afton

Child Daycare & Preschools 1Before or After School Daycare 2

Child Daycare & Preschools in Afton, Iowa

There are 1 child daycare & preschools in Afton, Iowa, making up 33% of the 3 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Afton have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.5 stars. Our analysis covers 8 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Afton, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Afton

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Joyful Sparks Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
111 S Douglas, Afton, IA
Phone
(641) 344-7301

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 child daycare & preschools daycares in Afton, Iowa, out of 3 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Afton have an average Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Afton, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Iowa's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Iowa)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Afton offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Iowa typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Afton for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Afton must be licensed by Iowa's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.