Children at daycare

155 Church Daycare in Iowa

Browse 155 church daycare 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.

Childcare & Pre-school

Find the best childcare & pre-school in Iowa

Find near me

Headstart Programs

Find the best headstart programs in Iowa

Find near me

Religious / Church Based Daycare

Find the best religious / church based daycare in Iowa

Find near me

Before or After School

Find the best before or after school in Iowa

Find near me

All Church Daycare in Iowa

Showing 155 results

Dallas Center-Grimes Basp
Church Daycare
4.8
Address
500 S James St, Grimes, IA
Phone
(515) 986-3068
Westside Christian Daycare And Preschool
Church Daycare
4.8

Westside Christian Daycare and Preschool receives mostly positive reviews praising its loving environment, affordability, and educational preschool program. Parents appreciate the faith-based approach and caring staff. One reviewer had a negative preschool experience.

loving and wholesome environmentcaring and attentive staffaffordable rates
Address
3908 W River Drive, Davenport, IA
Phone
(563) 323-3800
St Paul'S Early Learning Center
Church Daycare
4.7

St. Paul's Early Learning Center is praised as a welcoming and inclusive faith-based facility that emphasizes love, acceptance, and community service. Parents appreciate the center's inclusive values, including its visible support for the LGBTQ community, and note it creates a safe, nurturing environment for children and families.

Welcoming and inclusive environmentfaith-based values emphasizedLGBTQ-friendly
Address
1340 3rd Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA
Phone
(319) 363-6349
Children'S Weekday Ministries
Church Daycare
4.7

Children's Weekday Ministries in Cedar Rapids receives consistently positive reviews with a 4.7/5 rating. Parents praise the staff for being caring and engaging with children, and highlight the welcoming, inclusive community atmosphere. The facility is noted for its nice environment, friendly people, and quality programs including summer activities.

caring and skilled staffhappy childrenwelcoming and inclusive environment
Address
2424 42nd St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA
Phone
(319) 393-8189
Josiah'S Playground
Church Daycare
4.7

These reviews are for First Open Bible Church, not Josiah's Playground daycare. The reviews praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, spiritual leadership, and worship experience, but do not address daycare services or child care quality.

Welcoming communityspiritual atmospherequality worship music
Address
1911 E Ave Nw, Cedar Rapids, IA
Phone
(319) 363-5826
Parkview Christian Preschool
Church Daycare
4.7

Note: Reviews appear to be for Parkview Church, not the preschool program. Reviewers praise the church's biblical teaching, welcoming community, and community engagement. No specific feedback about daycare services is provided.

Biblical preachingwelcoming and caring staffstrong sense of community
Address
15 Foster Rd, Iowa City, IA
Phone
(319) 354-5580
Calvary Christian Preschool
Church Daycare
4.7

Calvary Christian Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the warm, caring staff and clean, safe learning environment. Parents consistently highlight their children's excitement about attending, strong communication from leadership, and the facility's focus on both education and emotional growth. The religious foundation and competitive pricing are also well-regarded by families.

Warm and kind staffclean facilitysafe environment
Address
327 35th St Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA
Phone
(319) 363-3683
New Hope Beginnings Preschool
Church Daycare
4.7

New Hope Beginnings Preschool is a religious facility in Adel, Iowa with consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the welcoming, family-oriented atmosphere, strong biblical teaching, and genuine community support during both celebrations and hardships.

welcoming and friendly environmentstrong sense of communityspiritual teaching and growth
Address
25712 Hwy 6, Adel, IA
Phone
(515) 444-3492
Blessings LLC Care For Kids
Church Daycare
4.7

Parents consistently praise Blessings LLC Care for Kids for its warm, family-like environment and dedicated staff led by owner Kathy. Families highlight the center's engaging activities, field trips, accommodating approach, and the genuine care staff provides to each child. The facility has maintained strong operations even during challenging times like the pandemic.

Patient and kind staffowner actively involved and accessiblefamily-oriented atmosphere
Address
6820 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA
Phone
(515) 556-5693
Zion Lutheran Preschool
Church Daycare
4.7

Zion Lutheran Preschool in Humboldt, Iowa is a religious facility where parents report positive experiences with welcoming staff and a family-oriented environment. Reviews highlight the facility's physical appeal and its role as a community gathering space.

Welcoming and family-oriented staffbeautiful facilitysense of community and friendship
Address
1005 11th Ave N, Humboldt, IA
Phone
(515) 332-3279
Adventures Preschool
Church Daycare
4.7
Address
2622 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA
Phone
(515) 292-1736
St Paul'S Focus
Church Daycare
4.7

St. Paul's Focus is a religious facility that parents describe as welcoming, inclusive, and loving toward all community members. Reviews highlight the church's commitment to faith-based values and acceptance of diverse populations. Parents appreciate the warm community atmosphere and nearby parks.

welcoming environmentinclusive communityfaith-based values
Address
1340 3rd Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA
Phone
(319) 363-6349
St Paul'S Lutheran Preschool
Church Daycare
4.6

St. Paul's Lutheran Preschool is a religious facility with strong Christian emphasis that most parents praise highly. Parents appreciate the small student-to-teacher ratio, welcoming community, and Bible-based curriculum. One parent expressed concern about the heavy religious focus impacting academic preparation.

Small student-to-teacher ratioChrist and Bible emphasischildren enjoy attending
Address
612 Jennings Street, Sioux City, IA
Phone
(712) 258-6325
Asbury United Methodist Preschool
Church Daycare
4.6
Address
723 Bank St, Webster City, IA
Phone
(515) 832-5369
Children'S Garden
Church Daycare
4.6

Children's Garden is a parent-run, non-profit co-op daycare highly praised by parents for its caring and nurturing staff, strong sense of community, and developmentally appropriate curriculum. Parents consistently highlight the teachers' attentiveness, genuine affection for children, and long tenure at the facility. The co-op model allows parents meaningful involvement in their children's care and education.

Caring and nurturing teachersstrong community and parent involvementparent-run co-op model
Address
3223 University Ave, Des Moines, IA
Phone
(515) 259-9880
Mount Vernon Community Preschool
Church Daycare
4.6
Address
304 1st St W, Mount Vernon, IA
Phone
(319) 895-6286
Grace Lutheran Preschool
Church Daycare
4.6
Address
1407 W 5th St, Storm Lake, IA
Phone
(712) 732-5005
Adventure-Life Preschool
Church Daycare
4.6

Adventure-Life Preschool is highly rated for its Christian-based curriculum and professional staff. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, focus on child development across social and motor skills, and integration of Christian values. The facility is described as having a nice environment with caring teachers.

Professional teachersactivities promoting social and motor skill developmentChristian values instruction
Address
1700 8th St Sw, Altoona, IA
Phone
(515) 957-8981
Seeds Of Faith Early Learning Center
Church Daycare
4.6

Seeds of Faith Early Learning Center in Clive, Iowa receives consistently positive feedback from parents and community members. Parents praise the warm, welcoming atmosphere, engaged and energetic teachers, clean facility, and strong focus on child learning and growth. The religious community is described as supportive and inclusive.

Warm and friendly staffwelcoming community atmosphereengaged and energetic teachers
Address
10395 University Ave, Clive, IA
Phone
(515) 689-8334
Little Lambs Preschool-Gslc
Church Daycare
4.6

Little Lambs Preschool-GSLC is a religious facility in Fort Dodge, Iowa with an average rating of 4.6/5. Parents consistently praise the welcoming community atmosphere and well-organized events, particularly highlighting their free Halloween activities including pumpkin carving, trunk-or-treating, and family-friendly festivities.

Welcoming and friendly communitywell-organized eventsfree activities for families
Address
1436 21st Ave N, Fort Dodge, IA
Phone
(515) 573-3174
Prince Of Peace Christian Preschool
Church Daycare
4.5
Address
1701 8th St, Coralville, IA
Phone
(319) 887-3333
Son Shine Academy Preschool
Church Daycare
4.5
Address
910 E Mapleleaf Drive, Mount Pleasant, IA
Phone
(319) 385-7336
Grace Preschool
Church Daycare
4.5

Grace Preschool is highly praised as an award-winning facility with nurturing, kind teachers who use project-based learning focused on curiosity and creativity. The preschool operates within Grace United Methodist Church, a welcoming community institution known for inclusive values and extensive community outreach programs.

Nurturing and supportive teachersproject-based learning approachfocus on curiosity and exploration
Address
3700 Cottage Grove Ave, Des Moines, IA
Phone
(515) 279-5942
Grace Lutheran Preschool
Church Daycare
4.5
Address
415 10th St, De Witt, IA
Phone
(563) 659-9153
Westview Church Preschool
Church Daycare
4.5

Reviews praise Westview Church Preschool for its friendly and nurturing atmosphere, community involvement, and welcoming staff. Parents appreciate the religious environment and pastoral leadership. However, reviews appear to focus more on church services and community aspects than specific daycare/preschool programming details.

Friendly managementnurturing atmospherecommunity involvement
Address
1155 Se Boone Dr, Waukee, IA
Phone
(515) 987-9954
Plymouth Nursery School
Church Daycare
4.4
Address
4126 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA
Phone
(515) 255-3271
Acpc-Northminster Site
Church Daycare
4.4
Address
1416 20th St, Ames, IA
Phone
(515) 232-8850
4c'S Home Ties Child Care Center
Church Daycare
4.3
Address
405 Myrtle Ave, Iowa City, IA
Phone
(319) 341-0050
Bethany Lutheran Daycare
Church Daycare
4.3
Address
400 Latrobe, Mccallsburg, IA
Phone
(515) 782-5199
Little Angels Preschool
Church Daycare
4.3
Address
2005 College Place, Harlan, IA
Phone
(712) 755-5634

Page 3 of 6· 155 results

Frequently asked questions

There are 155 church daycare 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.