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Best Church Daycare in Bettendorf, IA

Compare 4 church daycare in Bettendorf. Average rating: 4.76/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Bettendorf, Iowa at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.76/5
Parent reviews
73
Top rated (4.5+)
7

Bettendorf has 4 licensed church daycare with 73 parent reviews averaging 4.76/5.7 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 88% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 52722 zip code, averaging 4.76 stars across 19 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Bettendorf

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    The Red Apple Child Care Center
    4.55 score
    4.7(19)

    3265 Ridge Point, Bettendorf, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 148 children

    The Red Apple Child Care Center receives universal 5/5 star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and clean, well-maintained facilities. Parents consistently report that their children love attending and show strong development in academics, social skills, and confidence. The facility has a strong reputation in the community, though it maintains a waitlist due to high demand.

    Caring and professional staffclean facilitieswell-maintained play areasstrong academic preparation in letters and numbers
  2. 2
    Hand In Hand
    4.42 score
    4.6(12)

    3860 Middle Rd, Bettendorf, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 111 children

    Hand in Hand is a highly-rated center-based daycare in Bettendorf that parents consistently praise for its caring, attentive staff and inclusive approach to children of all abilities. The facility is noted for its bright environment, thoughtful activity planning, and ability to help children develop new skills while being accepted for who they are.

    Excellent staffcaring and loving environmentinclusive of all abilities and neurodivergent childrenbright and fun facility
  3. 3
    Absolutely Positively Kids
    3.88 score
    3.8(7)

    2711 Happy Joe Drive, Bettendorf, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 59 children

    Absolutely Positively Kids receives predominantly positive reviews, with most parents praising the caring staff, child development, and communication. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about cleanliness, staff professionalism, and inadequate child care practices.

    Caring and friendly staffstrong parent communication (photos/videos/daily updates)child development and growthclean environment

Rating Distribution

Based on 8 daycares with Google ratings in Bettendorf

4.5 - 5.0
7
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Bettendorf, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.68avg rating
11 daycares · 6 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
4 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
4 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Bettendorf zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
5272219
4.76
7

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Bettendorf (20–148 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

12

Large

76–150 children

5

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Bettendorf based on parent reviews

Our Savior Lutheran Preschool

5(2)

3775 Middle Rd, Bettendorf, IA

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Daycare types in Bettendorf

Child Daycare & Preschools 11Church Daycare 4Before or After School Daycare 4

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Church Daycare in Bettendorf, Iowa

There are 4 church daycare in Bettendorf, Iowa, making up 21% of the 19 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Bettendorf have an average rating of 4.76 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities, with 88% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 73 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Bettendorf, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Church Daycare in Bettendorf

Showing 4 results

Our Savior Lutheran Preschool
Church Daycare
5
Address
3775 Middle Rd, Bettendorf, IA
Phone
(563) 332-4648
Scfy-Pleasant View Kids Club
Church Daycare
Address
6333 Crow Creek Rd, Bettendorf, IA
Phone
(563) 322-7171
Morning Star Academy
Church Daycare
Address
1426 Tanglefoot Lane, Bettendorf, IA
Phone
(563) 359-5700
St John Vianney Preschool
Church Daycare
Address
4097 18th St, Bettendorf, IA
Phone
(563) 332-5308

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 church daycare daycares in Bettendorf, Iowa, out of 19 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Bettendorf have an average Google rating of 4.76 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities. About 88% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Bettendorf, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Iowa's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Iowa)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Bettendorf offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 4 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 4 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Iowa typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Bettendorf for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Bettendorf must be licensed by Iowa's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.