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24 Child Daycare & Preschools in Davenport, Iowa

Browse all 24 child daycare & preschools in Davenport, Iowa. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Davenport

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

    2623 W Central Park Ave, Davenport, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 59 children

    Parents consistently praise Birdie's Nest for its highly trained and compassionate staff who genuinely care for children's wellbeing. The center offers age-appropriate curriculum, engaging activities, regular parent communication through an app, and accommodating practices for dietary and health needs. Multiple families report long-term enrollment and children thriving emotionally, socially, and developmentally.

    Certified and passionate staffdevelopmentally appropriate activitiesstrong parent communication via appfamily events and field trips
  2. 2

    1002 Spring St, Davenport, IA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 183 children

    Children's Village Hoover is a school-based daycare in Davenport, Iowa with consistently positive parent feedback. Parents praise the program quality and staff expertise, with multiple families planning to enroll additional children. One review references the facility's long history dating back to when it operated as Hoover Elementary School.

    Amazing teacherschildren learn a lotchildren thrive and exceed expectationswonderful experience
  3. 3
    Hand In Hand-Davenport
    4.42 score
    4.6(12)

    606 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 15 children

    Hand in Hand-Davenport receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and welcoming environment. Parents particularly highlight the facility's inclusive approach to children of all abilities and its thoughtfully planned activities. The center is noted for strong friendships formed among children and excellent care quality.

    caring and friendly staffinclusive environment for all abilitieswell-planned activitiesbright and fun facility
  4. 4

    3908 W River Drive, Davenport, IA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 94 children

    Westside Christian Daycare and Preschool receives mostly positive reviews praising its loving environment, affordability, and educational preschool program. Parents appreciate the faith-based approach and caring staff. One reviewer had a negative preschool experience.

    loving and wholesome environmentcaring and attentive staffaffordable ratesstrong preschool education program
  5. 5

    3503 W Locust St, Davenport, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children

    Scott County Family Y - West receives consistently positive feedback for its clean facilities, welcoming and friendly staff, and variety of programs including fitness classes, pool access, and sports activities. However, some members have raised concerns about inadequate supervision of youth during peak hours and lack of facility maintenance.

    Clean and well-maintained facilitieswelcoming and friendly staffvariety of classes and programspersonal training available
  6. 6
    Caei-Roosevelt Head Start
    4.24 score
    4.3(20)

    1220 Minnie Ave, Davenport, IA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 40 children

    CAEI-Roosevelt Head Start in Davenport is praised as a valuable community resource with excellent teachers and diverse programming. Parents appreciate the caring staff, welcoming environment, and Head Start preschool services. The facility offers multiple amenities including a gym, basketball court, and various community activities.

    Caring and supportive teacherswell-maintained facilitygood parking and wheelchair accessibilitygym and sports facilities
  7. 7

    1220 Minnie Avenue, Davenport, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Roosevelt Community Center is a highly-regarded multi-purpose facility in Davenport's West End that houses various programs including a Headstart pre-school program. Parents praise the caring teachers, diverse amenities, and strong community focus. The center offers youth programs, fitness facilities, and serves as an important neighborhood resource.

    Caring and supportive teacherswell-maintained facilitydiverse activities and programs for children and familiesgym and fitness facilities
  8. 8

    624 W 53rd St, Davenport, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children

    Parents praise the YMCA facility for its friendly staff, clean environment, and recent upgrades including new equipment and LED lighting. The childcare and after-school programs are well-regarded, though some note facility maintenance and youth behavior issues. Overall, parents appreciate it as a safe, multi-purpose facility for families.

    Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitiesrecent upgrades and new equipmentpool with lap lanes
  9. 9

    1020 W Central Park Ave, Davenport, IA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 115 children

    Villa Maria Child Care receives consistently high praise from parents who have used the center for multiple years. Parents highlight the caring and professional staff, engaging activities, strong communication, and developmental support as key strengths. Children reportedly transition smoothly between age groups and develop positive relationships with caregivers.

    Kind and professional staffengaging activities and art projectsexcellent communication with parentsclean and safe environment
  10. 10

    1702 N Main St, Davenport, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    Children's Village JB Young is a preschool for ages 3-5 in Davenport, Iowa with mostly positive reviews praising staff compassion and care. Most parents report happy experiences, though one reviewer expressed concern about staff compensation and its potential impact on quality of care.

    friendly and helpful teacherscompassionate and caring staffchildren make happy memoriesgreat learning environment

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Davenport based on parent reviews

Birdie'S Nest Child Care Center

4.9(20)

2623 W Central Park Ave, Davenport, IA

Parents consistently praise Birdie's Nest for its highly trained and compassionate staff who genuinely care for children's wellbeing. The center offers age-appropriate curriculum, engaging activities, regular parent communication through an app, and accommodating practices for dietary and health needs. Multiple families report long-term enrollment and children thriving emotionally, socially, and developmentally.

Certified and passionate staffdevelopmentally appropriate activitiesstrong parent communication via app

Hand In Hand-Davenport

4.6(12)

606 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA

Hand in Hand-Davenport receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and welcoming environment. Parents particularly highlight the facility's inclusive approach to children of all abilities and its thoughtfully planned activities. The center is noted for strong friendships formed among children and excellent care quality.

caring and friendly staffinclusive environment for all abilitieswell-planned activities

Red Rover Children'S Learning Center

5(3)

3445 Spring Street, Davenport, IA

The Growing Tree Preschool & Daycare

5(2)

2014 N Marquette St, Davenport, IA

Scott County Family Y - West

4.3(20)

3503 W Locust St, Davenport, IA

Scott County Family Y - West receives consistently positive feedback for its clean facilities, welcoming and friendly staff, and variety of programs including fitness classes, pool access, and sports activities. However, some members have raised concerns about inadequate supervision of youth during peak hours and lack of facility maintenance.

Clean and well-maintained facilitieswelcoming and friendly staffvariety of classes and programs

Roosevelt Community Center

4.3(20)

1220 Minnie Avenue, Davenport, IA

Roosevelt Community Center is a highly-regarded multi-purpose facility in Davenport's West End that houses various programs including a Headstart pre-school program. Parents praise the caring teachers, diverse amenities, and strong community focus. The center offers youth programs, fitness facilities, and serves as an important neighborhood resource.

Caring and supportive teacherswell-maintained facilitydiverse activities and programs for children and families

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Davenport, Iowa

There are 24 child daycare & preschools in Davenport, Iowa, making up 43% of the 56 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 Davenport, 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 Davenport

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Scfy-Palmer Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
724 N Harrison St, Davenport, IA
Phone
(563) 323-4668
Red Rover Children'S Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3445 Spring Street, Davenport, IA
Phone
(563) 359-9899
The Growing Tree Preschool & Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2014 N Marquette St, Davenport, IA
Phone
(563) 326-5746
St Mark Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2363 W 3rd St, Davenport, IA
Phone
(563) 326-5060
Birdie'S Nest Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Birdie's Nest for its highly trained and compassionate staff who genuinely care for children's wellbeing. The center offers age-appropriate curriculum, engaging activities, regular parent communication through an app, and accommodating practices for dietary and health needs. Multiple families report long-term enrollment and children thriving emotionally, socially, and developmentally.

Certified and passionate staffdevelopmentally appropriate activitiesstrong parent communication via app
Address
2623 W Central Park Ave, Davenport, IA
Phone
(563) 340-1818
Scfy Davenport Kids Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
606 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA
Phone
(563) 322-7171
Hand In Hand-Davenport
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Hand in Hand-Davenport receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and welcoming environment. Parents particularly highlight the facility's inclusive approach to children of all abilities and its thoughtfully planned activities. The center is noted for strong friendships formed among children and excellent care quality.

caring and friendly staffinclusive environment for all abilitieswell-planned activities
Address
606 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA
Phone
(563) 332-8010
Scott County Family Y - West
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Scott County Family Y - West receives consistently positive feedback for its clean facilities, welcoming and friendly staff, and variety of programs including fitness classes, pool access, and sports activities. However, some members have raised concerns about inadequate supervision of youth during peak hours and lack of facility maintenance.

Clean and well-maintained facilitieswelcoming and friendly staffvariety of classes and programs
Address
3503 W Locust St, Davenport, IA
Phone
(563) 323-5725
Roosevelt Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Roosevelt Community Center is a highly-regarded multi-purpose facility in Davenport's West End that houses various programs including a Headstart pre-school program. Parents praise the caring teachers, diverse amenities, and strong community focus. The center offers youth programs, fitness facilities, and serves as an important neighborhood resource.

Caring and supportive teacherswell-maintained facilitydiverse activities and programs for children and families
Address
1220 Minnie Avenue, Davenport, IA
Phone
(563) 888-2056
Scott County Family Y - North
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents praise the YMCA facility for its friendly staff, clean environment, and recent upgrades including new equipment and LED lighting. The childcare and after-school programs are well-regarded, though some note facility maintenance and youth behavior issues. Overall, parents appreciate it as a safe, multi-purpose facility for families.

Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitiesrecent upgrades and new equipment
Address
624 W 53rd St, Davenport, IA
Phone
(563) 323-5725
Children'S Village Jb Young
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Children's Village JB Young is a preschool for ages 3-5 in Davenport, Iowa with mostly positive reviews praising staff compassion and care. Most parents report happy experiences, though one reviewer expressed concern about staff compensation and its potential impact on quality of care.

friendly and helpful teacherscompassionate and caring staffchildren make happy memories
Address
1702 N Main St, Davenport, IA
Phone
(563) 336-7537
St Ambrose Univ Children'S Campus
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

ST AMBROSE UNIV CHILDREN'S CAMPUS receives mostly positive reviews praising staff quality, care, and community involvement. However, one parent expressed significant concerns about classroom reorganization, overcrowding, and inflexible contract policies following administrative changes.

caring and friendly staffstrong teacher-parent relationships that extend beyond enrollmentgood preparation for school readiness
Address
1301 W Lombard St, Davenport, IA
Phone
(563) 333-5799
Positive Parenting At Trinity
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Positive Parenting at Trinity has overwhelmingly positive reviews praising the staff, education quality, and nature-based learning environment, though two recent reviews cite serious concerns about administrative inflexibility with state aid paperwork and director Michelle's handling of late pickup fees and parent interactions.

Cleanliness and hygiene practicesengaged and caring staffnature classroom and outdoor learning
Address
121 West 12th Street, Davenport, IA
Phone
(563) 322-3260
Scfy Davenport Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

SCFY Davenport Early Learning Center receives mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise staff dedication, director responsiveness, and child development outcomes. However, several serious concerns have been raised about staff handling of children, including reports of rough physical treatment and yelling.

Staff goes above and beyonddirector responsive and accessiblechildren enjoy activities and programs
Address
624 E 4th St, Davenport, IA
Phone
(563) 323-5770
Friendly House Kids Corner
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.1

Friendly House Kids Corner receives mixed reviews with strong polarization. While some parents praise the facility and staff for events and community services, multiple recent reviews highlight serious concerns about front desk staff behavior, including unprofessional conduct, rudeness, and an incident involving police being called during a birthday party.

Fun events for childrenfriendly staff memberscommunity assistance programs
Address
1221 Myrtle St, Davenport, IA
Phone
(563) 323-1821
Mz. Annie-Ru Daycare Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
1112 Bridge Ave, Davenport, IA
Phone
(563) 322-3299
Christ'S Family Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
4601 Utica Ridge Rd, Davenport, IA
Phone
(563) 344-0063
Lots Of Activity Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
4508 El Rancho Drive, Davenport, IA
Phone
(563) 388-4984
St Alphonsus Early Childhood Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.6

St. Alphonsus Early Childhood Education Center in Davenport has mixed reviews with significant concerns. While some parents praise recent renovations and staff training compliance, multiple parents reported serious issues including inadequate supervision, staff inattentiveness, poor hygiene, and unprofessional behavior.

Recently renovated facilityserves West end communitystaff training per DHS regulations
Address
2626 Boies Ave, Davenport, IA
Phone
(563) 323-3204
Creative Beginnings Childcare Achievement Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2

Creative Beginnings Childcare Achievement Center has received exclusively negative reviews citing serious concerns about child care practices. Parents report incidents involving improper diaper handling, exposure to inappropriate language, and allegations of physical abuse, along with complaints about staff rudeness and lack of responsiveness to parental concerns.

None mentioned
Address
2315 Jersey Ridge Rd, Davenport, IA
Phone
(563) 355-2329
St Paul The Apostle Catholic School Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1007 E Rusholme St, Davenport, IA
Phone
(563) 322-2923
Quad City Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2400 E 46th St, Davenport, IA
Phone
(563) 355-1289
Kindercare Learning Center #0837
Child Daycare & Preschools

KinderCare Learning Center #0837 in Davenport receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 8 five-star reviews praising the caring teachers, creative activities, and communication through their app. One parent reported poor enrollment communication and availability issues, while another gave a positive 4-star review noting improvements and responsiveness to concerns.

Caring and patient teacherscreative activities and learning opportunitiesKinderCare app with daily updates and photos
Address
2108 E Locust St, Davenport, IA
Phone
(563) 326-1660
Skip-A-Long Child Development Services
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3520 Crow Creek Rd, Davenport, IA
Phone
(563) 441-9998

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Frequently asked questions

There are 24 child daycare & preschools daycares in Davenport, Iowa, out of 56 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 Davenport, 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
Davenport offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 24 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 6 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 6 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 20 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 Davenport for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Davenport 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.