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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Manchester, IA

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Manchester. Average rating: 3.55/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Manchester, Iowa at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
3.55/5
Parent reviews
5
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Manchester offers 2 licensed child daycare & preschools, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 3.55/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Manchester

4.5 - 5.0
0
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.55avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Manchester (20–81 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Manchester based on parent reviews

Storyland Child Care

3.7(1)

613 Grant St, Manchester, IA

Carousel Child Care Center

3.4(4)

300 E Howard St, Manchester, IA

Several parents highlight the center's spacious, clean environment and highly regarded, caring staff as major strengths. Conversely, one reviewer reports a negative experience involving perceived rudeness and unprofessionalism regarding service availability and deposit inquiries.

friendly and caring staffclean and spacious facilitieswell-decorated rooms

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Daycare types in Manchester

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Manchester, Iowa

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Manchester, Iowa, making up 50% of the 4 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 Manchester have an average rating of 3.55 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.55 stars. Our analysis covers 5 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Manchester, 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 Manchester

Showing 2 results

Storyland Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
613 Grant St, Manchester, IA
Phone
(563) 927-9827
Carousel Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Several parents highlight the center's spacious, clean environment and highly regarded, caring staff as major strengths. Conversely, one reviewer reports a negative experience involving perceived rudeness and unprofessionalism regarding service availability and deposit inquiries.

friendly and caring staffclean and spacious facilitieswell-decorated rooms
Address
300 E Howard St, Manchester, IA
Phone
(563) 927-3900

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Manchester, Iowa, out of 4 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 Manchester have an average Google rating of 3.55 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Manchester, 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
Manchester offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 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 Manchester for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Manchester 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.