163 Headstart Programs in Iowa
Browse 163 headstart programs 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 Headstart Programs in Iowa
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Mapleton Head Start Preschool
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 410 S 6th St, Mapleton, IA
- Phone
- (712) 882-1060
Hearts And Hugs Day Care INC
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 905 Benton Ave, Corning, IA
- Phone
- (641) 322-4601
Denison I & II Head Start Centers
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 1826 3rd Ave South, Denison, IA
- Phone
- (712) 263-7105
Denison Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 1500 5th Ave South, Denison, IA
- Phone
- (712) 263-5562
Udmo Early Childhood Program-Jefferson School
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 411 E 10th St, Spencer, IA
- Phone
- (712) 264-8855
War Eagle Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 3232 W 4th St, Sioux City, IA
- Phone
- (712) 224-7388
Westside Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 1509 George St, Sioux City, IA
- Phone
- (712) 255-5493
Loess Hills Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 1717 Casselman St, Sioux City, IA
- Phone
- (712) 258-6471
Milford Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 1100 8th St, Milford, IA
- Phone
- (712) 338-2534
Sibley Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 921 1st St Ne, Sibley, IA
- Phone
- (712) 754-3348
Glenwood Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 103 Central, Glenwood, IA
- Phone
- (712) 527-4165
Humboldt County Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 401 Main St, Dakota City, IA
- Phone
- (515) 573-2453
Mica Head Start-Tama County
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 105 S State St, Tama, IA
- Phone
- (641) 481-2185
Drake University Head Start-Ashworth
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 1025 28th St, West Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 271-1854
Des Moines Early Childhood Programs-Smouse
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 2820 Center Street, Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 281-8472
Des Moines Early Childhood Programs-Capitol View
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 320 E. 16th St, Des Moines, IA
- Phone
- (515) 281-8472
Caei-Muscatine Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 148 Colorado St, Muscatine, IA
- Phone
- (563) 324-3236
Mahaska County Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 508 S 7th St, Ste 100, Oskaloosa, IA
- Phone
- (641) 676-1830
Caei-Wittenmyer Head Start & Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 2800 Eastern Ave, Bldgs D&L, Davenport, IA
- Phone
- (563) 324-3236
Caei-Mid City Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 3801 Marquette St, Davenport, IA
- Phone
- (563) 391-9161
Neicac-Waverly Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 1805 Horton Rd, Waverly, IA
- Phone
- (319) 352-2228
Nicao Head Start-Algona
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 613 Diagonal St, Algona, IA
- Phone
- (515) 295-7511
Caei-Clinton Head Start And Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 350 5th Ave N, Clinton, IA
- Phone
- (563) 324-3236
Neicac-Guttenberg Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 131 S River Park Dr, Guttenberg, IA
- Phone
- (563) 252-2419
Decorah Csd - West Side Early Childhood Center
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 300 Center Street, Decorah, IA
- Phone
- (563) 382-4451
Cdi Headstart - Williamsburg
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 416 N Highland St, Williamsburg, IA
- Phone
- (319) 250-4638
Davis County Daycare And Preschool
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 200 N East St, Bloomfield, IA
- Phone
- (641) 664-3130
Onv-Manchester 1 Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 412 Lincoln St, Manchester, IA
- Phone
- (563) 927-3342
Madison Head Start Ps & Elc
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 2132 Madison Ave, Ste 100, Burlington, IA
- Phone
- (319) 752-5692
Onv-Engine House Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 1805 Central Ave, Dubuque, IA
- Phone
- (563) 557-5515
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Frequently asked questions
There are 163 headstart programs 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.