How do I choose the right daycare in Urbandale?

When choosing a daycare in Urbandale, 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

What types of daycare are available in Urbandale?

Urbandale offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities Church Daycare — 1 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 9 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Before or After School Daycare in Urbandale, Iowa (9 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Iowa?

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 Urbandale for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Urbandale

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.

The Learning Loft

4.8 score

5(20)

2955 86th St, Urbandale, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 201 children

The Learning Loft (also referred to as Kidz Corner in reviews) receives perfect 5/5 star ratings from parents who praise the facility's cleanliness, caring and engaging staff, and convenient drop-in care options. Parents consistently report their children are happy and comfortable, and appreciate the user-friendly scheduling app and strong communication throughout the day.

Clean facilitycaring and friendly staffengaging learning environmentflexible drop-in care options

Cadence Academy Preschool

4.72 score

4.9(20)

3054 Nw 86th St, Urbandale, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 150 children

Cadence Academy Preschool in Urbandale receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and experienced staff, smooth transitions, strong developmental growth, and welcoming family-like atmosphere that makes them feel comfortable leaving their children in the center's care.

Kind and friendly staffexperienced teacherssafe facility with security measurescleanliness

Amazing Panda Learning Center

4.31 score

4.5(8)

2550 73rd Street, Urbandale, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children

Amazing Panda Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, family-like atmosphere, and child development outcomes. One parent reported communication and organizational issues during the enrollment process. Overall, the center is highly recommended by satisfied families.

Caring and genuine stafffamily-like environmentchild learning and developmentone-on-one attention

Generation Next-Abp

4.05 score

4.1(6)

4401 114th St, Urbandale, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 131 children

Generation Next-ABP Urbandale receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with five 5-star reviews praising the dedicated, long-tenured staff and strong developmental outcomes for children. One 1-star review raises serious concerns about the facility's handling of a child's severe food allergies and overall responsiveness to parent inquiries.

Experienced and stable staff (some for decades)excellent leadership (Paula and Kristy)child development and language skillssafe environment

Koalaty Time Encore

3.78 score

3.7(14)

2500 128th St, Urbandale, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 226 children

Koalaty Time Encore receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with particular praise for caring staff, educational programming, cleanliness, and strong communication. One parent reported significant staffing instability and inadequate supplies during their experience. The facility appears to have addressed or maintained high standards based on the recent positive reviews.

caring and attentive staffknowledgeable leadership under Janclean environmenteducational curriculum aligned with Iowa Core Standards

Traditions Children'S Center III

3.38 score

3(8)

3802 92nd Dr, Urbandale, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 108 children

Traditions Children's Center III receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, child development activities, and safe environment, with several families having attended for multiple years. However, some parents report billing disputes, management concerns, and dissatisfaction with specific staff members and policies.

friendly and caring staffchildren are happy and excited to attendsafe environmentdevelopmental activities and field trips

Before or After School Daycare in Urbandale, Iowa

There are 9 before or after school daycare in Urbandale, Iowa, making up 47% 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.

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

Frequently asked questions

There are 9 before or after school daycares in Urbandale, Iowa, out of 19 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 Urbandale, 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

Urbandale offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities
Church Daycare — 1 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 9 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 Urbandale for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Urbandale 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.

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