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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Central City, IA

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Central City. Average rating: 4.35/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Central City, Iowa at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.35/5
Parent reviews
11
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Central City offers 2 licensed child daycare & preschools, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 4.35/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Central City

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
    Noah'S Ark Childcare
    4.64 score
    5(9)

    216 Commercial St, Central City, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Noah's Ark Childcare receives perfect 5-star ratings from all reviewed parents who praise the nurturing, safe environment and dedicated staff. Parents highlight strong communication, child engagement, and the sense of community fostered at the center. Children reportedly transition well, enjoy learning activities, and form strong bonds with teachers.

    Committed and caring staffstrong staff retentionexcellent communication and photo updatesnurturing environment

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Central City

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

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Central City (60–147 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Central City based on parent reviews

Noah'S Ark Childcare

5(9)

216 Commercial St, Central City, IA

Noah's Ark Childcare receives perfect 5-star ratings from all reviewed parents who praise the nurturing, safe environment and dedicated staff. Parents highlight strong communication, child engagement, and the sense of community fostered at the center. Children reportedly transition well, enjoy learning activities, and form strong bonds with teachers.

Committed and caring staffstrong staff retentionexcellent communication and photo updates

All Because Of Children Child Care Center

3.7(2)

10 Barber St, Central City, IA

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Central City, Iowa

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Central City, Iowa. 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 Central City have an average rating of 4.35 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.35 stars. Our analysis covers 11 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Central City, 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 Central City

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Noah'S Ark Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Noah's Ark Childcare receives perfect 5-star ratings from all reviewed parents who praise the nurturing, safe environment and dedicated staff. Parents highlight strong communication, child engagement, and the sense of community fostered at the center. Children reportedly transition well, enjoy learning activities, and form strong bonds with teachers.

Committed and caring staffstrong staff retentionexcellent communication and photo updates
Address
216 Commercial St, Central City, IA
Phone
(319) 438-6189
All Because Of Children Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
10 Barber St, Central City, IA
Phone
(319) 438-6342

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Central City, Iowa. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Central City have an average Google rating of 4.35 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Central City, 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
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 Central City for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Central City 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.