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 |
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All Child Daycare & Preschools in Iowa
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Montessori Children'S Garden
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 20 Circle Drive, North Liberty, IA
- Phone
- (319) 665-9625
Maharishi Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 804 Dr Robert Keith Wallace Dr, Fairfield, IA
- Phone
- (641) 472-9400
Mothers Day Out Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1601 S Main St, Fairfield, IA
- Phone
- (641) 469-6634
Kidz R Us - Wyoming
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 110 W Webster St, Wyoming, IA
- Phone
- (563) 488-2242
Mother Goose Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 226 N Cedar St, Monticello, IA
- Phone
- (319) 465-5675
St John'S Christian Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 18927 Hwy 38, Monticello, IA
- Phone
- (319) 465-5369
Up With Kids - United Presbyterian Home
Child Daycare & Preschools
UP WITH KIDS - UNITED PRESBYTERIAN HOME receives consistently high ratings from visitors who praise the facility, staff, and community atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the pleasant environment, helpful personnel, and various amenities available at this Washington, Iowa center-based facility.
Pleasant atmospherekind and helpful staffbeautiful facilities
- Address
- 1203 E Washington St, Washington, IA
- Phone
- (319) 653-7522
Crestwood Elementary Preschool (Howard-Winn Csd)
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1135 Canterbury St, Cresco, IA
- Phone
- (563) 547-2340
Little Star Day Care INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 750 1/2 Main Street, Arlington, IA
- Phone
- (563) 633-4900
Valley Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 23493 Canoe Rd, Elgin, IA
- Phone
- (563) 426-5891
Grow-N-Glow Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 304 E Main St, New London, IA
- Phone
- (319) 367-5303
Sugar Plum Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 213 N Pennsylvania Ave, Mason City, IA
- Phone
- (641) 424-9316
Redeemer Lutheran Preschool & Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 301 S Main St, Ventura, IA
- Phone
- (641) 829-3615
Early Beginnings INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 98 3rd Ave, Van Horne, IA
- Phone
- (319) 228-8808
Community United Child Care Centers-Nordic Drive
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 5109 Nordic Dr, Cedar Falls, IA
- Phone
- (319) 266-4477
Circle Of Care-St Patrick Catholic School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 615 Washington St, Cedar Falls, IA
- Phone
- (319) 277-6781
Y'S Kids At Cedar Falls Lincoln
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 321 W 8th St, Cedar Falls, IA
- Phone
- (319) 234-7589
Clover Patch Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 802 Main St, Cedar Falls, IA
- Phone
- (319) 277-6781
Bcss Abc Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 313 E Central St Reuter Hall, Raymond, IA
- Phone
- (319) 296-1089
Blessed Beginnings School-Age
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3001 S Main St, Cedar Falls, IA
- Phone
- (319) 277-1556
Learn & Play Preschool - Evansdale
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 120 Clark St, Evansdale, IA
- Phone
- (319) 236-6632
Grin And Grow Ltd-Pinecrest
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1407 Independence Ave, Waterloo, IA
- Phone
- (319) 291-2424
St Joseph Sunrise Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 216 N Broadway, New Hampton, IA
- Phone
- (641) 394-2865
Wee Saints Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 122 W 8th St, Saint Ansgar, IA
- Phone
- (641) 713-4652
Merri-Land Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 212 N Main Street, Saint Ansgar, IA
- Phone
- (641) 713-4873
Stacyville Kids Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 603 N Broad St, Stacyville, IA
- Phone
- (641) 710-2367
Bright Beginnings
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 713 S 12th St, Marshalltown, IA
- Phone
- (641) 753-7038
Charlie'S Daycare Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 109 Main St, Dike, IA
- Phone
- (319) 989-2097
Wolf Creek Child Care & Preschool INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 201 N Wilhelm St, Conrad, IA
- Phone
- (641) 366-3300
Delwood Child Care Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 311 Delmare Ave, Delmar, IA
- Phone
- (563) 674-4164
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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.