24 Child Daycare & Preschools in West Des Moines, Iowa
Browse all 24 child daycare & preschools in West Des Moines, Iowa. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in West Des Moines
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.
- 1Cadence Academy Preschool4.72 score4.9(20)
1809 Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 118 children
Parents consistently praise Cadence Academy Preschool in West Des Moines for its caring, knowledgeable staff and developmentally appropriate curriculum. Children show measurable learning progress and emotional growth, with staff members like director Erica and Anya frequently highlighted for their dedication and compassion. Parents report feeling confident in the quality of care and educational activities provided.
Caring and loving staffStrong educational curricul - 2Cadence Academy Preschool4.64 score4.8(20)
5859 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 122 children
Parents consistently praise Cadence Academy for its caring, qualified staff who genuinely love working with children. The center is noted for safe environments, quality curriculum across all age levels, excellent communication through daily apps and photos, and strong preparation for kindergarten transition.
Caring and passionate teacherssafe environmentquality curriculum focusing on creativity and academic skillsfrequent parent communication via app and photos - 32 For U Childcare West LLC4.48 score4.6(20)
720 S 68th St, West Des Moines, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 263 children
Parents consistently praise 2 for U Childcare West for its caring, engaged staff who treat children with genuine affection and personal attention. The center offers a well-rounded educational program with activities, field trips, and communication tools that keep parents informed. Multiple families report long-term satisfaction, with some enrolling children across multiple age groups over many years.
Caring and attentive staffeducational activities and curriculum - 4Blessings LLC Care For Kids4.45 score4.7(9)
6820 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 43 children
Parents consistently praise Blessings LLC Care for Kids for its warm, family-like environment and dedicated staff led by owner Kathy. Families highlight the center's engaging activities, field trips, accommodating approach, and the genuine care staff provides to each child. The facility has maintained strong operations even during challenging times like the pandemic.
Patient and kind staffowner actively involved and accessiblefamily-oriented atmosphereextensive summer activities and field trips - 5Vine Street Child Care INC4.24 score4.3(20)
2520 Vine St, West Des Moines, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 94 children
Parents consistently praise Vine Street Child Care for exceptional staff care, strong child development outcomes, and a warm, welcoming environment. Multiple reviewers highlight the stability of staff, responsive management, and daily communication through photos and updates. Children are reported to enjoy attending and thrive academically and socially.
Caring and attentive staffconsistent staff retentionon-site ownerssafe and nurturing environment - 6Lil Scholars Too4.24 score4.3(20)
1300 8th St Suite, #2, West Des Moines, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 158 children
Lil Scholars Too receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, academic focus, clean facility, and strong communication. Children reportedly feel happy, safe, and show measurable learning and developmental progress.
Caring and attentive staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsacademic focusclean facility - 7Ashworth Road Baptist Church Preschool4.22 score4.3(13)
5300 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 48 children
Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, praising the facility's biblical teaching, friendly congregation, community involvement, and welcoming atmosphere. However, one reviewer reported experiencing unwelcoming and passive-aggressive behavior based on race. Note: Most reviews appear to be about the church itself rather than the preschool program specifically.
Sound biblical teachingfriendly congregationcommunity engagement and missions opportunitiesnice facility - 8Step By Step Childcare And Preschool4.2 score4.3(10)
2210 Ep True Pkwy, Ste A, West Des Moines, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 78 children
Step by Step Childcare has extremely polarized reviews. The majority of parents praise the caring staff, clean environment, and quality learning experiences, with many describing it as family-like. However, two negative reviews raise serious concerns about operational issues, hygiene standards, failed health inspections, and handling of behavioral incidents.
Caring and loving staffclean facilityfriendly environmentsafe environment - 9Full Circle Child Development Center LLC4.14 score4.2(11)
9375 Bishop Dr, West Des Moines, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 220 children
Full Circle receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from current parents, with praise for caring staff, clean facilities, strong communication, and children's happiness and development. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about management professionalism, staff turnover, cleanliness, safety protocols, and facility condition. The majority of reviews (8 of 10) rate the center 5/5 stars.
caring and passionate teachersexcellent communication with parents via - 10West Des Moines Child Care Center4.08 score4.1(20)
1721 25th St, Suite 200, West Des Moines, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 102 children
Parents consistently praise New Creations Child Care Center for its caring, welcoming staff and clean facilities. Children are reported to be happy, comfortable, and well-cared for, with frequent communication and photo updates provided to parents. The director Halie and teaching staff are specifically highlighted as exceptional and loving.
Caring and loving staffresponsive director and teachersclean facilityfrequent photo updates and communication with parents
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in West Des Moines based on parent reviews
Cadence Academy Preschool
1809 Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA
Parents consistently praise Cadence Academy Preschool in West Des Moines for its caring, knowledgeable staff and developmentally appropriate curriculum. Children show measurable learning progress and emotional growth, with staff members like director Erica and Anya frequently highlighted for their dedication and compassion. Parents report feeling confident in the quality of care and educational activities provided.
Cadence Academy Preschool
5859 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA
Parents consistently praise Cadence Academy for its caring, qualified staff who genuinely love working with children. The center is noted for safe environments, quality curriculum across all age levels, excellent communication through daily apps and photos, and strong preparation for kindergarten transition.
2 For U Childcare West LLC
720 S 68th St, West Des Moines, IA
Parents consistently praise 2 for U Childcare West for its caring, engaged staff who treat children with genuine affection and personal attention. The center offers a well-rounded educational program with activities, field trips, and communication tools that keep parents informed. Multiple families report long-term satisfaction, with some enrolling children across multiple age groups over many years.
Vine Street Child Care INC
2520 Vine St, West Des Moines, IA
Parents consistently praise Vine Street Child Care for exceptional staff care, strong child development outcomes, and a warm, welcoming environment. Multiple reviewers highlight the stability of staff, responsive management, and daily communication through photos and updates. Children are reported to enjoy attending and thrive academically and socially.
Lil Scholars Too
1300 8th St Suite, #2, West Des Moines, IA
Lil Scholars Too receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, academic focus, clean facility, and strong communication. Children reportedly feel happy, safe, and show measurable learning and developmental progress.
Step By Step Childcare And Preschool
2210 Ep True Pkwy, Ste A, West Des Moines, IA
Step by Step Childcare has extremely polarized reviews. The majority of parents praise the caring staff, clean environment, and quality learning experiences, with many describing it as family-like. However, two negative reviews raise serious concerns about operational issues, hygiene standards, failed health inspections, and handling of behavioral incidents.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in West Des Moines, Iowa
There are 24 child daycare & preschools in West Des Moines, Iowa, making up 59% of the 41 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 West Des Moines, 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 West Des Moines
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- Address
- 1020 24th St, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 494-7735
Parents consistently praise Cadence Academy Preschool in West Des Moines for its caring, knowledgeable staff and developmentally appropriate curriculum. Children show measurable learning progress and emotional growth, with staff members like director Erica and Anya frequently highlighted for their dedication and compassion. Parents report feeling confident in the quality of care and educational activities provided.
- Address
- 1809 Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 989-6844
Parents consistently praise Cadence Academy for its caring, qualified staff who genuinely love working with children. The center is noted for safe environments, quality curriculum across all age levels, excellent communication through daily apps and photos, and strong preparation for kindergarten transition.
- Address
- 5859 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 226-9791
Parents consistently praise 2 for U Childcare West for its caring, engaged staff who treat children with genuine affection and personal attention. The center offers a well-rounded educational program with activities, field trips, and communication tools that keep parents informed. Multiple families report long-term satisfaction, with some enrolling children across multiple age groups over many years.
- Address
- 720 S 68th St, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 225-3603
Parents consistently praise Vine Street Child Care for exceptional staff care, strong child development outcomes, and a warm, welcoming environment. Multiple reviewers highlight the stability of staff, responsive management, and daily communication through photos and updates. Children are reported to enjoy attending and thrive academically and socially.
- Address
- 2520 Vine St, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 327-0101
Step by Step Childcare has extremely polarized reviews. The majority of parents praise the caring staff, clean environment, and quality learning experiences, with many describing it as family-like. However, two negative reviews raise serious concerns about operational issues, hygiene standards, failed health inspections, and handling of behavioral incidents.
- Address
- 2210 Ep True Pkwy, Ste A, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 401-1068
Lil Scholars Too receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, academic focus, clean facility, and strong communication. Children reportedly feel happy, safe, and show measurable learning and developmental progress.
- Address
- 1300 8th St Suite, #2, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 223-0008
Full Circle receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from current parents, with praise for caring staff, clean facilities, strong communication, and children's happiness and development. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about management professionalism, staff turnover, cleanliness, safety protocols, and facility condition. The majority of reviews (8 of 10) rate the center 5/5 stars.
- Address
- 9375 Bishop Dr, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 987-9642
Parents consistently praise New Creations Child Care Center for its caring, welcoming staff and clean facilities. Children are reported to be happy, comfortable, and well-cared for, with frequent communication and photo updates provided to parents. The director Halie and teaching staff are specifically highlighted as exceptional and loving.
- Address
- 1721 25th St, Suite 200, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 225-6115
A Child's World in West Des Moines receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple years of enrollment. Parents highlight the caring and nurturing staff, safe and clean facility, strong communication throughout the day, and reasonable pricing. Multiple families report their children were well-prepared for elementary school and expressed difficulty leaving the center when relocating.
- Address
- 475 68th Street, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 224-1339
Alphabet Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and inclusive environment. Parents highlight long-term enrollment, strong teacher-child relationships, active learning, and responsive communication. The facility is noted as clean and welcoming to children with diverse needs.
- Address
- 6355 Beechtree Dr, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 223-1387
Parents consistently praise Traditions Children's Center II Building 200 for its family-like atmosphere, caring staff, and strong communication with families. Directors Makaila and Stephanie are frequently highlighted for their attentiveness and leadership. All reviewers report high satisfaction with their children's happiness, safety, and developmental progress.
- Address
- 480 S 51st St, Bldg 200, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 327-0008
- Address
- 1119 5th St, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 255-0220
- Address
- 5400 University Ave, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 226-6017
Parents consistently praise Traditions Children's Center II Building 100 for its family-like atmosphere, caring staff, and quality care across all age groups. Directors Makaila and Stephanie are highlighted for their accessibility and genuine concern for children and families. All 10 reviews rate the center 5/5 stars, citing strong communication, staff stability, educational development, and willingness to accommodate special medical needs.
- Address
- 490 S 51st St, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 327-1010
- Address
- 925 Jordan Creek Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 422-9122
- Address
- 925 Jordan Creek Parkway, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 422-9153
- Address
- 929 9th St, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 222-1830
Traditions Children's Center has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from long-term parents praising the caring staff, engaging curriculum, and supportive environment. However, the center faces serious allegations involving staff misconduct captured on video, including a disturbing incident where staff members placed a child under a plastic tote while recording, which was not initially disclosed to parents and has been reported to authorities.
- Address
- 5783 Vista Dr, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 223-6161
- Address
- 1505 42nd St, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 225-1073
Country Club Kindercare in West Des Moines receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All 10 recent reviews are 5-star ratings praising the caring staff, educational curriculum, and safe environment. Parents report their children are happy, learning, and well-supported across all age groups from infants through pre-kindergarten.
- Address
- 7210 Vista Dr, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 222-9685
Westlakes KinderCare in West Des Moines receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All reviewed parents rated the facility 5/5 stars, praising the caring and qualified staff, strong communication, clean facility, and effective curriculum. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared-for, and learning new skills daily.
- Address
- 6670 University Ave, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 221-0718
Angeli Cristiani Childcare receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring staff, director Nicole, safe environment, and notable developmental progress in their children. The center is noted for affordability, staff dedication, and a family-like atmosphere.
- Address
- 1700 28th St, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 255-0816
- Address
- 2501 Vine Street, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 221-3999
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