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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Praising Paws Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Praising Paws Preschool is a home-based pet boarding facility in Sanborn, Iowa, run by Sherry. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings praising the personalized care, professional communication, and comfortable home environment provided for dogs during boarding and daycare stays.
Professional and knowledgeable caregiverhome-like environmentfrequent photo and video updates
- Address
- 405 W 2nd St, Sanborn, IA
- Phone
- (712) 729-3288
Bright Start Daycare And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 1003 Okey St, Hull, IA
- Phone
- (712) 439-1683
Carroll Area Ccc & Ps Kc Site
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 108 W 6th Street, Carroll, IA
- Phone
- (712) 775-2357
Bluff'S Little Thinkers
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 306 1st Street, Sergeant Bluff, IA
- Phone
- (712) 943-2603
Sonshine Station Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 5601 Sunnybrook, Sioux City, IA
- Phone
- (712) 224-5611
Little Hands Childcare & Preschool INC-Milford
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 904 J Ave, Milford, IA
- Phone
- (712) 338-4001
Bright Beginnings Of Osceola County
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 921 1st St Ne, Sibley, IA
- Phone
- (712) 754-2166
St John'S Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 620 Main St, Mineola, IA
- Phone
- (712) 526-2408
Child'S View Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 118 Sw State St, Ankeny, IA
- Phone
- (515) 964-8166
Bidwell Riverside Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 1203 Hartford Ave, Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 402-3106
Childserve Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
ChildServe Child Care Center in Johnston receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the facility highly. Parents consistently highlight the dedicated, long-standing staff and quality educational programs, with multiple families choosing to enroll multiple children over many years.
Caring and knowledgeable staffwarm facility environmentstrong educational programs (ADP curriculum)
- Address
- 5609 Greendale Rd, Johnston, IA
- Phone
- (515) 278-2499
Walnut Hills Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 12321 Hickman Rd, Urbandale, IA
- Phone
- (515) 270-9126
St Timothy'S Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 1020 24th St, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 494-7735
The Tiger Den INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 2002 15th Ave, Eldora, IA
- Phone
- (641) 858-2273
Mcc Learning Tree Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 152 Colorado St, Muscatine, IA
- Phone
- (563) 264-2088
Wilton Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 820 W 5th St, Wilton, IA
- Phone
- (563) 732-5437
Zion Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 117 E Prairie St, Wilton, IA
- Phone
- (563) 732-2912
Peek-A-Boo Point Childcare & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 604 North B Street, Oskaloosa, IA
- Phone
- (641) 676-1421
Stepping Stones Early Learning Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 300 Panther Dr, Knoxville, IA
- Phone
- (641) 828-7837
Scfy-Palmer Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 724 N Harrison St, Davenport, IA
- Phone
- (563) 323-4668
Red Rover Children'S Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 3445 Spring Street, Davenport, IA
- Phone
- (563) 359-9899
Redeemer Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 1109 Tanglefoot Lane, Bettendorf, IA
- Phone
- (563) 344-0183
Ready Set Grow Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 2400 Middle Rd, Bettendorf, IA
- Phone
- (563) 355-0230
Noah'S Ark Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 337 W Lotte St, Blue Grass, IA
- Phone
- (563) 381-1701
The Growing Tree Preschool & Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 2014 N Marquette St, Davenport, IA
- Phone
- (563) 326-5746
St Mark Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 2363 W 3rd St, Davenport, IA
- Phone
- (563) 326-5060
Calvary Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 100 E James St, Walcott, IA
- Phone
- (563) 284-6122
Eagle'S Loft Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 2715 Dayton Ave, Ames, IA
- Phone
- (515) 232-8299
Raisin' Em On Up
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 100 N Main St, Donnellson, IA
- Phone
- (319) 835-3256
Miss Wendy'S Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
- Address
- 118 S Main St, Huxley, IA
- Phone
- (515) 597-3478
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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.