Best Before or After School Daycare in Cedar Falls, IA

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Cedar Falls

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

   First Kids Preschool And Child Care

   4.6 score

   4.8(15)

   718 Clay Street, Cedar Falls, IA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 64 children

   FIRST KIDS Preschool and Child Care is a religious facility in Cedar Falls with a 4.8/5 rating. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere and community involvement, though most reviews appear to reference the church facility itself rather than the daycare program specifically.

   Friendly and inviting atmospherebeautiful buildingcommunity-orientedwelcoming environment
2. 2

   St John Preschool And Childcare Center

   4.44 score

   4.8(6)

   715 College St, Cedar Falls, IA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 88 children

   St. John Preschool and Childcare Center is highly praised by members for being welcoming and inclusive. Parents consistently describe it as a caring, loving community with a non-judgmental atmosphere where all people are celebrated. One negative review addressed issues with commercial cleaning services and pay, which is unrelated to the daycare operations.

   welcoming environmentinclusive communitycaring and loving atmosphereno-judgment culture
3. 3

   Cedar Valley Preschool & Child Care Center

   4.43 score

   4.7(8)

   724 Lantz Ave, Cedar Falls, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children

   Cedar Valley Preschool & Child Care Center receives nearly universal praise from parents, with 7 of 8 reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently highlight the caring and professional staff, strong communication, engaging learning programs, and excellent outdoor facilities. One parent expressed frustration with phone responsiveness and call-back issues.

   Loving and professional staffexcellent communication with parentssafe environmentstrong learning programs
4. 4

   A To Z Learning Center & Daycare-University Ave

   4 score

   4(14)

   4828 University Ave, Cedar Falls, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 105 children

   A to Z Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents with 10 five-star reviews. Parents highlight the caring and patient staff, age-appropriate educational activities, and strong emotional bonds children form with teachers. Multiple long-term families report their children are happy and thriving while developing kindergarten-readiness skills.

   Patient and caring staffpotty training supportkindergarten readiness preparationfun and educational activities
5. 5

   Community United Child Care Centers-Valley Park

   3.26 score

   2.8(8)

   1026 E Seerley Blvd, Cedar Falls, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 386 children

   Community United Child Care Centers-Valley Park has highly polarized reviews. Three parents praise the staff and care quality, while five parents report serious concerns including inadequate child supervision, poor staff conduct, lack of parent communication, inflexible sick policies, and management issues.

   Flexible hoursstaff dedicationfriendly staff members

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