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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George Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 500 E Indiana Ave, George, IA
- Phone
- (712) 475-3675
Little Lambs Ps & Kids Come First Basp
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 811 Oak St, Atlantic, IA
- Phone
- (712) 243-4421
Jack And Jill Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1100 Maple St, Atlantic, IA
- Phone
- (712) 243-3934
Kids Spot Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 114 N Michigan St, Lake City, IA
- Phone
- (712) 464-3053
Breda Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 406 N 3rd St, Breda, IA
- Phone
- (712) 673-5437
Little Lamb Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1844 Highland Dr, Carroll, IA
- Phone
- (712) 792-4354
Early Steps To Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 708 N Adams St, Carroll, IA
- Phone
- (712) 792-1811
Sioux Central Childcare-Infant Site
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 515 Elm St, Sioux Rapids, IA
- Phone
- (712) 283-2395
St. Mary'S School-Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 312 Seneca Street, Storm Lake, IA
- Phone
- (712) 732-4166
Ringgold County Child Care/Family Resource Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 302 N Lincoln, Mount Ayr, IA
- Phone
- (641) 464-3385
Joyful Sparks Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 111 S Douglas, Afton, IA
- Phone
- (641) 344-7301
I Think I Can Child Care Basp
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 901 N Elm, Creston, IA
- Phone
- (641) 202-0007
Creative Beginnings Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 305 W Howard, Creston, IA
- Phone
- (641) 782-2384
Discovery Kids Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 701 W Townline St, Creston, IA
- Phone
- (641) 782-3779
I Think I Can Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 705 S Cherry St, Creston, IA
- Phone
- (641) 782-7117
Discovery Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 600 2nd Ave Sw, Pocahontas, IA
- Phone
- (712) 335-4804
Good Shepherd Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 501 Elliott St, Stanton, IA
- Phone
- (712) 829-2421
Sunshine N Rainbows
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1201 Highland Ave, Red Oak, IA
- Phone
- (712) 623-2285
Open Arms Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 500 N 24th St, Denison, IA
- Phone
- (712) 263-4405
First English Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1311 E 18th St, Spencer, IA
- Phone
- (712) 262-3699
Sacred Heart School Pre-K
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1111 4th Ave W, Spencer, IA
- Phone
- (712) 262-6428
Cozy Place Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 301 W 7th St, Sioux City, IA
- Phone
- (712) 333-7918
Apple Tree Preschool And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3835 Indian Hills Dr, Sioux City, IA
- Phone
- (712) 239-1002
Caa Of Siouxland Shared Visions
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2711 S Helen, Sioux City, IA
- Phone
- (712) 274-9940
Holy Cross St Michael Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4105 Harrison St, Sioux City, IA
- Phone
- (712) 239-1090
Beyond The Bell-Spalding Park Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4101 Stone Ave, Sioux City, IA
- Phone
- (712) 274-4043
Little Lambs Preschool & Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 203 Port Neal Rd, Sergeant Bluff, IA
- Phone
- (712) 943-4507
Unity Head Start
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1901 Unity Ave, Sioux City, IA
- Phone
- (712) 279-6839
Beyond The Bell-Unity
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1901 Unity Ave, Sioux City, IA
- Phone
- (712) 277-3600
Building Blocks Preschool & Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Building Blocks Preschool & Child Care in Sioux City receives highly polarized reviews. Six parents gave 5-star ratings praising responsive staff, good communication, and quality care, while three parents gave 1-star ratings citing serious concerns about teacher conduct, lack of curriculum adherence, safety issues, and poor management. The North Side location appears to have significantly worse reviews than other locations.
Responsive communication with parentsquick injury reportingattentive staff
- Address
- 1171 Outer Dr N, Sioux City, IA
- Phone
- (712) 226-2223
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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.