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5 Child Daycare & Preschools in Carroll, Iowa

Browse all 5 child daycare & preschools in Carroll, Iowa. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Carroll

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.

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    113 W 7th Street, Carroll, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 168 children

    Carroll Area Child Care Center & Preschool receives mostly positive feedback from parents. The majority of reviews praise the caring and amazing staff, safe environment, and positive experience for children. One review provided no details for analysis.

    Amazing staffgreat facilitycaring employeessafe environment

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Carroll, Iowa

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Carroll, Iowa, making up 71% of the 7 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.

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

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There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Carroll, Iowa, out of 7 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Carroll, 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
Carroll offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 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 Carroll for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Carroll 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.