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Formative Years Growing & Learning Center

4510 Todd Dr. Ames, IA

5.0(1)
International
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
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Providing quality Preschool and Childcare since 1986 in Ames, IA. Creative Curriculum based classrooms starting at age 6 weeks through 12 years. We also offer an Ames School District 4 year old Preschool program through the SWVPP and provide all day care.

Megan P. says "Great care, my youngest learned to spell and write his name within one year at the center!"

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Child care
Preschool
Located in Ames, Iowa, Prairie Flower Children's Center is a preschool based on the principles of Waldorf education for children ages three to five years old. The school offers extensive early childhood education focusing on the growth of the whole child in mind, body, and spirit.

Doug L. says "Our daughter attended Prairie Flower this past year. She had an amazing learning experience out in nature and in the cabin. The entire family LOVED it and...

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Foundations Learning Center

56829 US-30 AMES, IA

State license verified

starting at
$1020/mo
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Our dream is see families in our community flourish spiritually, emotionally, and physically - specifically by coming alongside children and families in the area of early education and development.
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Robinson Carousel Day Care Pre

1326 Lincoln Way Ames, IA

1.0(1)
Child care
Preschool
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Northwood Preschool Center

3012 Duff Ave Ames, IA

Child care
Preschool
Located in Ames, Iowa, Northwood Preschool Center prioritizes children's well-being. It aims to provide children with a child-centered learning environment. The Center offers accredited academic programs for children. It is operational every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 8:25 a.m. to 3:20 p.m. and every Wednesday, 8:25...
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Ames Community Preschool Center

920 Carroll Ave Ames, IA

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
The Ames Community Preschool Center provides a childcare program in Ames, Iowa. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They also aim to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. The Ames Community Preschool Center welcomes toddlers...
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Relativity Learning

2319 Timberland Rd Ames, IA

Child care
Relativity Learning is a local child care center that offers daycare and early learning programs designed for young children. Located at 2319 Timberland Road, the facility serves families living in the Ames, IA area. Relativity Learning has been serving the community since they opened in 2010.
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It's A Small World, Inc.

2007 Melrose Ave Ames, IA

Child care
It's A Small World provides a high quality, healthy, nurturing, fun, and educational environment. The center provides early stimulating care and educational experiences promoting each child’s social/emotional, physical, and cognitive development. Their goal is to support children’s desire to be life-long learners and have them...
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Kendra Olson Daycare

1307 Stafford Ave Ames, IA

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Kendra Olson Daycare is an establishment situated in Ames, IA that is providing services for the students in the community. This child care organization currently accepts young children and is open every week from Mondays to Fridays. This child care center started operating in the year 2010 and is accommodating a total of up to...
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University Community Childcare

100 University Village Ames, IA

Child care
The University Community Childcare provides a childcare program in Ames, Iowa. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They also aim to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. The University Community Childcare welcomes infants...
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Iowa 4-H Center

Extension 4-H Bldg Ames, IA

Iowa 4-H Center is a non-profit organization that offers ACA-accredited, camp-based programs during the summer. Located in Ames, Iowa, the company admits young children and adolescents. The company’s mission is to provide campers with a wide range of activities and experiences that support their physical, mental, and spiritual...
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St Paul Lutheran Preschool Inc

610 15th St Ames, IA

Child care
Preschool
St. Paul Lutheran Preschool Inc is a Christian education provider that offers programs designed to help pre-kindergarten children prepare for formal schooling. The facility is located at 610 15th Street, Ames, Iowa and serves children who are three, four, and five years of age. The center is state-licensed, and they implement...
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ISU Child Development Lab School

4380 Palmer HDFS Bldg Ste 0351 Ames, IA

Child care
ISU Child Development Lab School in Ames, Iowa seeks to provide a nurturing, high quality, safe and fun learning environment that is fit for the child’s overall growth and development. It is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 90 children from infants to preschool.
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Wandaleen L. Schulte Day Care

1503 Stafford Ave Ames, IA

Child care
Wandaleen L. Schulte Day Care is a childcare facility located at 1503 Stafford Avenue, Ames, Iowa. It offers a safe, secure, nurturing and stimulating environment suitable for children's growth and development. It also provides children with educational activities designed to stimulate the development of physical, social and...
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Lilypad Learning Center, LLC

620 N Highway 69 Huxley, IA

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Lilypad Learning Center, LLC is an early childhood education provider that offers learning programs for preschool children. The company is based in Huxley, Iowa and is open to children of up to four years old. The company also provides before and after-school care and summer programs geared for school-age kids. Lilypad Learning...
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Creative Kids Learning Center

106 Thompson Ave Gilbert, IA

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Creative Kids Learning Center is a child care provider located in Gilbert, Iowa. It offers early care and learning programs for young children. Its services include full-time and full-day programs. Additionally, it offers preschool and kindergarten services. The Center is operational Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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Luella Kalvik Pre School

418 Cedar St Story City, IA

Child care
Luella Kalvik Preschool in Story City, IA provides nurturing and loving attention to kids in a place where they feel happy and safe. This state-licensed child care facility offers a caring atmosphere where children engage, expand and explore every Mondays to Fridays. They feature positive reinforcements and interactions in...
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Miss Wendy's Pre School

118 S Main Ave Huxley, IA

Child care
Preschool
Miss Wendy's Preschool is a child care facility located at 118 S Main Ave. Huxley, IA. Their establishment serves a maximum of 22 children per class. They seek to improve and enhance the child's mental, physical, emotional, intellectual, spiritual and social behavior.
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Riverside Summer Camp

3001 Riverside Rd Story City, IA

The Riverside Summer Camp is a great place for kids to spend their summer break. It offers a great deal of fun, making new friends and praising God. The camp provides various activities that are Christ-centered, teaching children positive values and life skills.
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Caterpillar Clubhouse

111 Main St. Gilbert, IA

The Caterpillar Clubhouse is a privately owned childcare center. We provide quality childcare that nurtures the growth and development of young children. We strive to meet the needs of each individual child and his or her family by maintaining open, clear, and honest communication. We pride ourselves on being a home away from...
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Child care centers near you in Ames, IA provide a number of crucial benefits for both parents and children. Most importantly, these establishments can offer a safe and nurturing environment for young ones, providing educational resources and enriching activities in the process. Additionally, children can build important skills in communication and collaboration with others by interacting with peers at child care centers. Parents will feel at ease knowing that their little loved ones are being looked after in an organized structure with trained professionals who are properly certified.

A child care center can be an ideal environment for children to develop and explore. Typically, the staff at child care centers near you in Ames, IA have experience dealing with young kids and are experts at developing creative activities that encourage learning. Your child will be able to participate in structured games and free play with their peers, receive help with academics, and practice healthy habits such as proper nutrition and exercise. They'll also have access to art materials to allow them to express themselves. By interacting with other kids and the staff, your child will build the emotional skills necessary for their social development.

You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Ames, IA. You can start by simply sorting child care center profiles by the location that is most convenient for you. Some parents may want to choose a location close to home and others may want one close to their workplace. Then you can read reviews from other parents to learn about their experiences with each child care center you’re considering.

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