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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Hartley, IA

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Hartley. Average rating: 4.7/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Hartley, Iowa at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.7/5
Parent reviews
15
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Hartley offers 2 licensed child daycare & preschools, 1 of which has public ratings averaging 4.7/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Hartley

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
    Hartley Community Daycare
    4.53 score
    4.7(15)

    611 3rd St Ne, Hartley, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 61 children

    The reviews provided do not assess this facility as a daycare center. Instead, they describe Hartley Community Center as a multipurpose event venue that hosts craft shows, weddings, fundraisers, and community gatherings. No reviews address daycare operations, staff, child care quality, or educational programs.

    Nice facility with ample spaceclean amenitiesaffordable pricinghelpful staff and board members

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Hartley

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.7avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Hartley (20–61 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Hartley based on parent reviews

Hartley Community Daycare

4.7(15)

611 3rd St Ne, Hartley, IA

The reviews provided do not assess this facility as a daycare center. Instead, they describe Hartley Community Center as a multipurpose event venue that hosts craft shows, weddings, fundraisers, and community gatherings. No reviews address daycare operations, staff, child care quality, or educational programs.

Nice facility with ample spaceclean amenitiesaffordable pricing

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Daycare types in Hartley

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Headstart Programs 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Hartley, Iowa

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Hartley, Iowa, making up 67% 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 Hartley have an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 15 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Hartley, 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 Hartley

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Hartley Community Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

The reviews provided do not assess this facility as a daycare center. Instead, they describe Hartley Community Center as a multipurpose event venue that hosts craft shows, weddings, fundraisers, and community gatherings. No reviews address daycare operations, staff, child care quality, or educational programs.

Nice facility with ample spaceclean amenitiesaffordable pricing
Address
611 3rd St Ne, Hartley, IA
Phone
(712) 928-3292
Hartley Umc Community Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
361 N 8th Ave W, Hartley, IA
Phone
(712) 928-5665

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Hartley, 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 Hartley have an average Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Hartley, 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
Hartley offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 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 Hartley for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Hartley 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.