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1 Church Daycare in Marion, Iowa

Browse all 1 church daycare in Marion, Iowa. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Marion

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
    Kids INC Summer Program
    4.44 score
    4.6(14)

    275 W 29th Ave, Marion, IA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 120 children

    All reviews are 5/5 stars praising the church community and biblical teaching. Parents consistently highlight the welcoming, family-oriented atmosphere and strong sense of belonging within the congregation.

    Biblical teachingwelcoming communityfamily atmospherecontemporary worship
  2. 2
    Apple Kids
    4.29 score
    4.4(14)

    600 10th Ave, Marion, IA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 144 children

    Apple Kids in Marion receives consistently excellent feedback from parents across all reviews. Parents praise the caring, patient staff who provide nurturing care from infancy through school age, with strong emphasis on child development, communication, and creating a secure environment. Families report high satisfaction with the facility's cleanliness, organized programs, and willingness to accommodate individual child needs.

    Warm and caring staffpatient and attentive teachersstrong communication and photo/video updatessupportive environment for children with medical challenges
  3. 3
    Hand In Hand-Barrington
    4.12 score
    4.2(8)

    905 Barrington Pkwy, Marion, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 98 children

    Hand in Hand Barrington has mostly very positive reviews from long-term families praising care quality, education, and staff compassion. However, two recent negative reviews detail discriminatory practices regarding children with disabilities, lack of contract transparency about potty training requirements, non-refundable fees, and safety concerns about pick-up procedures.

    Caring and compassionate staffeducational quality exceeds expectationschildren well-prepare
  4. 4
    Our Little Haven
    3.35 score
    2.8(6)

    2770 18th Ave, Marion, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 212 children

    Our Little Haven receives mixed reviews with significant polarization. Positive reviews praise professional management, engaging activities, and open observation policies. However, negative reviews raise serious concerns about safety protocols, staff conduct, and child care responsiveness.

    Professional managementengaging hands-on activitiesfriendly staffopen observation policy

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Marion based on parent reviews

Wee Wisdom

5(3)

3500 29th Ave, Marion, IA

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Daycare types in Marion

Child Daycare & Preschools 8Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 10

Church Daycare in Marion, Iowa

There are 1 church daycare in Marion, Iowa, making up 5% of the 20 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.

When choosing a daycare in Marion, 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 Marion

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Wee Wisdom
Church Daycare
5
Address
3500 29th Ave, Marion, IA
Phone
(319) 377-4689

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 church daycare daycares in Marion, Iowa, out of 20 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Marion, 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
Marion offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 10 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 Marion for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Marion 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.