Care.com logo
Child CareTutoringSenior CarePet CareHousekeeping

Find a job

How it works

Share details about your daycare needs

Match with highly rated local daycares near you

Compare daycare and tour the ones that best fit your family

Recent daycare reviews in Altoona, IA

Little Monkey's Daycare

5.0

Jessica is a wonderful child care provider! She has one of the biggest hearts. Jessica is very patient and understanding! She is a wonderful mother you can tell by how happy her boys are and treats other children as her own.

- Andrea V.

Ronda's Daycare

5.0

Ronda had watched my daughter for 2 years now, and my daughter absolutely adores her. She is very flexible with our schedule and cares for her like her own. It makes me feel so much better knowing my daughter loves going to daycare even when I have to work long hours.

- Alyssa F.

Little Endeavors Inc

5.0

We have been going to Little Endeavors for 7 years. It's a great place for kids to learn and grow. 145/hr is not accurate in this description.

- Laura

Daycares in Altoona, IA

Hazelnut Learning Academy

Hazelnut Learning Academy

1408 Oak Park Avenue, Des Moines, IA

At Hazelnut Learning Academy, we are focused on developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills. We offer high-quality education for preschool children both academically and holistically. STEM is built into all of our activities. Kids will learn about nature first hand in our butterfly...

Kayla's Kids

Kayla's Kids

7115 SE 27th St, Des Moines, IA

Hello! My name is Kayla and I am very excited to tell you about my childcare services. I have worked in several different childcare settings including babysitting, daycare centers, and my own in-home daycare. I love caring for children and am excited to do what I love!

Grand View Child Development Center

Grand View Child Development Center

3451 Hubbell Ave, Des Moines, IA

At Grand View we have so much to offer: * Infant to 12 yrs. care *Full-time care *Half day Pre-School *Before & after school care *Transportation to and from most local schools *Extremely low rates *Gold assessments on children birth to 6 years old...

Crayons Cradles And Cribs

Crayons Cradles And Cribs

4043 Dubuque Ave, Des Moines, IA

In-home daycare openings for ages 6 weeks and older. Food will be provided unless otherwise indicated. A menu and schedule will be provided weekly and/or monthly. This is a great way to have personalized care for your son or daughter from someone you can trust. I am more than qualified. I am a...

CAPITOL PARK EARLY LEARNING CENTER

CAPITOL PARK EARLY LEARNING CENTER

800 E 12TH ST, DES MOINES, IA

Starting at $1032/mo

We are a child care facility located in down town Des Moines that has been in operation since 1968. We are licensed to care for up to 100 children on a daily basis. We partner with many community partners to ensure we provide the best quality of care to all children including: Des Moines Public...

Eastside Child Development

Eastside Child Development

4106 E 24th St, Des Moines, IA

- Loving, home like environment. - Preschool Program - Large, fenced yard - Cloth diaper and breastfed babies welcome - 4 star rating on Quality Rating Scale

Little Monkey's Daycare

Little Monkey's Daycare

3819 Glen Ellen Dr., Des Moines, IA

5.0

(5)

Little Monkey's Daycare is an in-home Daycare and is located near Brubaker/Hoyt schools on the East side of Des Moines. My hours are 6:00-6:00. I started my first daycare in 1993 and have experience with children with Cerebral Palsy, Hydrocephalus, tube feedings, Asthma and Down syndrome. I am...
5.0
"Jessica will make the best day care provider. She has boys of her own and she treats your children as she would her own. The most fun loving young woman I know!"

Melanie C


I have watched children in my home forever but now they are all in school. I need to find more children to fill the empty spots and to help people to not have to pay center prices. I love spending time with the children and watching them learn thru play. Every child is special and deserves to have...
5.0
"Ronda had watched my daughter for 2 years now, and my daughter absolutely adores her. She is very flexible with our schedule and cares for her like her own. It makes me feel so much better knowing my daughter loves going to daycare even when I have to work long...

Alyssa F.


Little Endeavors Inc

205 Se Oralabor Rd Ste A, Ankeny, IA

3.4

(5)

Little Endeavors, Inc. in Ankeny, Iowa is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 204 children from infants to school age. Their curriculum seeks to provide a high quality, nurturing, fun and safe learning environment that is appropriate for the child’s overall growth and development.
5.0
"This daycare is AWESOME! We sent all three of our children through Little Endeavors and the kids loved it and learned so much! The teachers and director love the kids and it shows!"

Tracy H.


Strickler Day Care

5120 Ne 5th St, Des Moines, IA

Strickler Day Care offers a safe, secure, stimulating, and nurturing environment for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children. It has a capacity of 16 children and its facility is located at 5120 Ne 5th Street, Des Moines, Iowa. Strickler Day Care provides children with plenty of...

Robyn's Daycare

915 SE Kensington, Ankeny, IA

I offer in home daycare on the SE side of Ankeny. I have been running my daycare for 20+ plus years, Daycare is open Monday through Friday7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. We offer a non-smoking home, backyard play area, meals and snack, and discounted rate for siblings

Toddler Town

1204 Frazier Ave, Des Moines, IA

Toddler Town is an independent Daycare Center. I provide an safe playful environment for children. Daycare hours run from 6:00 am- 6:00 pm Monday-Friday

Lorraine Kay Fink Day Care

402 Walnut Ave Nw, Mitchellville, IA

Lorraine Kay Fink Day Care in Mitchellville, Iowa is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 16 children from infants to school age. Their curriculum seeks to provide a high quality, nurturing, fun and safe learning environment that is appropriate for the child’s overall growth and...

Kerry's Kids

5001 Brook Ridge Circle, Des Moines, IA

I am a mother of three children. I transport to neighborhood schools. I offer daycare from newborn-12 years old. I have been doing daycare for five years. I am CPR certified and a mandatory reporter. I offer fun activities and provide healthy meals and snacks. I have wonderful references and...

Day Moore Care

4740 Ne 38th Ave, Des Moines, IA

Moore Day Care is a child care facility located at 4740 Ne 38th Ave. Des Moines, IA. Their establishment opened in the year 2006. They provide a safe, secure and healthy environment for children. They seek to improve and enhance the child's mental, physical, emotional, intellectual and social...

Linda Kay McCarl Day Care

2111 E 41st St, Des Moines, IA

Linda Kay McCarl Day Care is a child care facility located at 2111 E 41st St. Des Moines, IA. Their establishment opened in the year 2005. They provide a safe, secure and healthy environment for children. They seek to improve and enhance the child's mental, physical, emotional, intellectual and...

Roxy's Daycare

3135, Des Moines, IA

Hello I'm Roxy I'm a mother of 6. Alexander 22, Paige 22, Brandon 21, Zach 18 ( they are all grown out and on there own), Madlyn 10 and Landon 9. I've done daycare for 23 yrs and I have lots of vary happy mommy and daddys. I love my job and would never want to do anything more. I give your little...

Mill Pond Kids Daycare

6833 Mill Pond Dr, Des Moines, IA

I run a small in-home child care home registed with the state. I work with all ages of children. I am cpr certified, mandatory child abuse reporter.and currently working on my child net certification, and QRS rating on my daycare. I work with the USDA food program and on the list for Child Care...

Karen's Kids Daycare

3117 E 37th St, Des Moines, IA

Karen's Kids Daycare is a childcare center that serves the community of Des Moines IA. It offers a nurturing environment and provides age-appropriate activities that enhance children's social, emotional, mental, and physical development among children. The center promotes good values to make sure...

Fetters, Victoria Ann Day Care

1850 Andrews Dr, Des Moines, IA

Victoria Ann Fetters Day Care is a child care facility located at 1850 Andrews Dr. Des Moines, IA. Their establishment opened in the year 2006. The school provides age-appropriate and challenging activities that aim to enhance the physical, social and intellectual development of children.

Showing 21 - 40 of 60

Additional Daycare Services

Daycare in Pleasant Hill, IADaycare in Mitchellville, IADaycare in Bondurant, IADaycare in Runnells, IADaycare in Colfax, IADaycare in Ankeny, IADaycare in Des Moines, IADaycare in Carlisle, IADaycare in Elkhart, IADaycare in Windsor Heights, IA
Daycare in Plano, IADaycare in Waverly, IADaycare in Huxley, IADaycare in Belmond, IADaycare in Pleasantville, IADaycare in Chariton, IADaycare in Webster City, IADaycare in Green City, MODaycare in Ackley, IADaycare in Dayton, IA
Show more

Daycare Articles

When should you start maternity leave? Here’s what the experts say

January 15th, 2025 Since no two families are alike, there isn’t a hard and fast rule when it comes to determining when to start maternity leave. But there are a number of thin... Read more
Stage 3 baby food: How to know when to offer thicker solids

Stage 3 baby food: How to know when to offer thicker solids

January 15th, 2025 Your baby’s made it through cereal mush, soupy carrots and ever-so-slightly texturized chicken and squash dinners. Now it’s time for the real culinary fun t... Read more
You can choose the sex of your baby — but it’ll cost you

You can choose the sex of your baby — but it’ll cost you

January 9th, 2025 Can you choose the sex of your baby? If you’re the kind of person who has been planning the perfect family unit since childhood, you’ll be happy... Read more
Summer camp cost: Breaking down the price of day, sleep-away and specialty camps

Summer camp cost: Breaking down the price of day, sleep-away and specialty camps

January 15th, 2025 Whether you’re looking for your child to log extra hours practicing soccer or want them to spend time with friends in the great outdoors, camp is a time-hon... Read more
28 cute toddler haircuts

28 cute toddler haircuts

January 14th, 2025 Let’s be honest here. Toddlers really don’t need anything extra to be positively adorable — it’s just their natural state. But even with their built-in deli... Read more

FAQs for finding daycares near you in Altoona, IA

What are the benefits of daycare near me in Altoona, IA?

What services do daycare centers offer near me in Altoona, IA?

What should I look for in a daycare center near me in Altoona, IA?

What questions should I ask when looking for a daycare for my child near me in Altoona, IA?