873 Child Daycare & Preschools in Iowa
Browse 873 child daycare & preschools across Iowa. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.
Choosing Daycare Centers in Iowa
Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Iowa can make the decision-making process smoother.
Iowa has about 1,635 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.
Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Iowa. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.
Daycare Breakdown in Iowa
There are 1,635 daycares in Iowa: 163 headstart facilities, 444 before/after school centers, 155 religious facility daycares, and 873 childcare and preschool centers.
| Daycare Type | Total |
|---|---|
| Childcare & Pre-school | 873 |
| Headstart Programs | 163 |
| Religious / Church Based Daycare | 155 |
| Before or After School | 444 |
Browse by type in Iowa
All Child Daycare & Preschools in Iowa
Showing 873 results
Cozy Place Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5310 Morningside Ave, Sioux City, IA
- Phone
- (712) 333-7918
Kidz R Us Too
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 403 S Elm St, Anamosa, IA
- Phone
- (319) 462-4164
Rockford Soar
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1460 210th Street, Rockford, IA
- Phone
- (641) 756-3508
The Robyn'S Nest
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4420 Center Point Rd Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (319) 393-3795
Sacred Heart School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 234 N Sycamore, Monticello, IA
- Phone
- (319) 465-4605
Boone Extended Preschool - Page
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 102 S Boone St, Boone, IA
- Phone
- (515) 433-0840
Ottumwa Christian School Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 438 Mckinley Ave, Ottumwa, IA
- Phone
- (641) 683-9119
Acpc-Sawyer
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4316 Ontario St, Ames, IA
- Phone
- (515) 460-1228
Acpc-Fellows
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1235 20th St, Ames, IA
- Phone
- (515) 460-1433
Washington Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1406 N Grand Ave, Charles City, IA
- Phone
- (641) 257-6570
Love-N-Care Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3521 11th Ave, Council Bluffs, IA
- Phone
- (402) 991-9119
North Scott Child Care-White
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 121 S 5th St, Eldridge, IA
- Phone
- (563) 285-4450
Scfy Cody Kids Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2100 Territorial Road, Leclaire, IA
- Phone
- (563) 323-5725
Scfy Grant Wood Kids Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1423 Hillside Dr, Bettendorf, IA
- Phone
- (563) 323-5725
Spring Ahead Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 215 Clark St, Lime Springs, IA
- Phone
- (563) 566-8058
Seton Catholic Preschool And After Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 117 E 4th St, Ottumwa, IA
- Phone
- (641) 682-8826
Hope Christian Preschool-Downtown
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1821 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 282-4481
Kids First Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4900 Bowling St Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (319) 365-1454
Mrs Brooke'S Curious Kids Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 505 E. Walsh, Centerville, IA
- Phone
- (641) 856-2918
Isu Child Development Lab School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2222 Osborn Dr, Ames, IA
- Phone
- (515) 294-7478
W.E.E.K. Latchkey-Wilton Csd
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1210 Cypress St, Wilton, IA
- Phone
- (563) 732-4161
Trinity Preschool & Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 900 11th Ave West, Spencer, IA
- Phone
- (712) 262-8282
Ncjc - Hills Basp
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 301 Main St, Hills, IA
- Phone
- (319) 688-1105
Longfellow Key Basp
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1355 Barrington Rd, Iowa City, IA
- Phone
- (319) 330-2668
Eldora Children'S Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1111 10th St, Eldora, IA
- Phone
- (641) 939-3926
Little Irish Preschool & After School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1903 S Broadway, Emmetsburg, IA
- Phone
- (712) 852-3464
Regina Am-Pm Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2120 Rochester Ave, Iowa City, IA
- Phone
- (319) 337-5739
Resurrection Early Childhood
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4320 Asbury Rd, Dubuque, IA
- Phone
- (563) 583-5206
Kid Station At Heritage
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 500 Ne Beaverbrooke Blvd, Grimes, IA
- Phone
- (515) 577-9898
Little Mustang Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 709 W Main, Lake City, IA
- Phone
- (712) 464-7210
Page 19 of 30· 873 results
Other Child Daycare & Preschools in Iowa
Des Moines(40)Cedar Rapids(39)Sioux City(25)Davenport(24)Iowa City(24)West Des Moines(24)Ankeny(23)Dubuque(22)Council Bluffs(19)Waterloo(17)Ames(13)North Liberty(12)Bettendorf(11)Cedar Falls(11)Johnston(11)Waukee(11)Coralville(10)Mason City(10)Muscatine(10)Grimes(9)Urbandale(9)Marion(8)Pleasant Hill(8)Burlington(7)Clinton(7)Clive(7)Decorah(6)Fort Dodge(6)Newton(6)Oskaloosa(6)Carroll(5)Creston(5)Huxley(5)Indianola(5)Marshalltown(5)Norwalk(5)Ottumwa(5)Pella(5)Spencer(5)Washington(5)Adel(4)Altoona(4)Atlantic(4)Charles City(4)Denison(4)Fairfield(4)Forest City(4)Fort Madison(4)Grinnell(4)Grundy Center(4)Hiawatha(4)Keokuk(4)Milford(4)Perry(4)Sergeant Bluff(4)Webster City(4)Boone(3)Centerville(3)Cherokee(3)Clarinda(3)Cresco(3)Donnellson(3)Eldora(3)Eldridge(3)Emmetsburg(3)Glenwood(3)Harlan(3)Independence(3)Kalona(3)Lake City(3)Madrid(3)Maquoketa(3)Monticello(3)New London(3)Polk City(3)Sanborn(3)Spirit Lake(3)Tipton(3)Waverly(3)West Liberty(3)West Point(3)Wilton(3)Winterset(3)Algona(2)Alta(2)Anamosa(2)Audubon(2)Bondurant(2)Calmar(2)Carlisle(2)Central City(2)Colfax(2)Columbus Junction(2)Dewitt(2)Eagle Grove(2)Elkader(2)Estherville(2)Hartley(2)Hawarden(2)
Frequently asked questions
There are 873 child daycare & preschools daycares across Iowa. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Iowa are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Iowa's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Iowa, consider:
- Licensing status and inspection history
- Staff-to-child ratios (Iowa sets minimum requirements by age group)
- Staff qualifications and training
- Safety measures and facility cleanliness
- Parent reviews and Google ratings
- Curriculum and daily schedule
- Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Iowa vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.