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Recent daycare reviews in Urbandale, IA

Garney's Daycare

5.0

This child care is not your average daycare. Garnet is a retired nurse who provides a warm, caring environment for children of all ages. She is prepared for all early stages of your child's development and is extremely knowledgeable about your child's health and well being. Unlike past daycare I...

- Taralyn

Grace Preschool

5.0

Started our son at 2 and they have been so great every since. Really supportive and accommodating to our unique scheduling needs which we like. Everyone at the center I trust, I feel like they are all on the same page and we are in alignment when it comes to care and discipline. They are very...

- Tara G.

Christ the King Daycare Center

5.0

I would be interested in your rates for preschool and daycare

- Linda T

Seufert Child Care

5.0

We were so lucky to have Beth care for our first two children, both starting with her when each was 8 weeks old. Our oldest went to Beth until she was 4 years old and our second went until he was 2.5. Beth is an exceptional child care provider. We knew our children were, first and foremost, safe;...

- Molly S.

LOVING ARMS CHILDREN'S CENTER

5.0

Our son has been at Loving Arms since he was 5mo. He is loves his teachers/staff and made friends. The staff in the Infant and Toddler rooms have a special place in our heart for treating our son so very well. Couldn't be happier!

- Care member

Daycares in Urbandale, IA

Garney's Daycare

Garney's Daycare

6560 Colby Ave., Windsor Heights, IA

5.0

(1)

This is a must see daycare home. In-home daycare setting, featuring large play area approximately 700 sq. feet with adjoining bathroom and food prep area, healthy meals, and loving, affectionate care. Daycare is supplied with many developmental toys. The daycare area has been totally renovated this...
5.0
"This child care is not your average daycare. Garnet is a retired nurse who provides a warm, caring environment for children of all ages. She is prepared for all early stages of your child's development and is extremely knowledgeable about your child's health and...

Taralyn


Grace Preschool

Grace Preschool

3700 COTTAGE GROVE AVE, DES MOINES, IA

Starting at $920/mo

5.0

(1)

Thank you for considering our program. Our mission at Grace Preschool is to provide high-quality care and early childhood education in a safe, nurturing play-based environment that will encourage hands-on exploration and problem-solving.
5.0
"Started our son at 2 and they have been so great every since. Really supportive and accommodating to our unique scheduling needs which we like. Everyone at the center I trust, I feel like they are all on the same page and we are in alignment when it comes to care...

Tara G.


Christ the King Daycare Center

Christ the King Daycare Center

820 Porter Ave, Des Moines, IA

5.0

(1)

Christ the King Day Care Center is a full day, year-round program. Our hours are Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. The program is available to all children ages 2 to 5 years of age. We are licensed by the Department of Human Services. We are also members of CACFP, the Child and...
5.0
"I would be interested in your rates for preschool and daycare"

Linda T


Seufert Child Care

Seufert Child Care

4216 Western Hills Drive, West Des Moines, IA

5.0

(6)

Hello and welcome to my profile. I have 19 years of experience as a child care provider and through that, I have gained knowledge that is applied to providing the best care possible. We focus on being kind, safe, respectful, and responsible. We learn through play and age-appropriate educational...
5.0
"We were so lucky to have Beth care for our first two children, both starting with her when each was 8 weeks old. Our oldest went to Beth until she was 4 years old and our second went until he was 2.5. Beth is an exceptional child care provider. We knew our children...

Molly S.


LOVING ARMS CHILDREN'S CENTER

LOVING ARMS CHILDREN'S CENTER

6270 MERLE HAY RD, JOHNSTON, IA

3.0

(2)

Here at LACC we offer high-quality, consistent, and committed care to support the child(ren) and family as a whole. The majority of our staff have 10+ years of experience in Early Childhood Education with our Lead Teachers having either their college degree or CDA. We strive to follow a faith and...
5.0
"Our son has been at Loving Arms since he was 5mo. He is loves his teachers/staff and made friends. The staff in the Infant and Toddler rooms have a special place in our heart for treating our son so very well. Couldn't be happier! "

Care member


West Des Moines Child Care Center

West Des Moines Child Care Center

1721 25th St. Suite 200, West Des Moines, IA

3.0

(5)

5.0
"Our family has been with West Des Moines Child Care Center for the past 6 years. We love this center. We have been a part of many transitions with the center and truly feel that things are improving daily. We receive great communication from the teachers as well...

Brooke R


In Loving Arms Infant Care

In Loving Arms Infant Care

1528 18th St, West Des Moines, IA

5.0

(2)

I specialize in infant care and I currently am looking for new infants starting now. I offer personalized infant care in my home in a very relaxed and safe environment. I am very friendly, outgoing, bubbly, honest, trusting, and reliable. I have 3 children of my own. (13,11, and 7). In addition to...
5.0
"For this age group it is so important to have a nurturing environment. Infants need to be touched and held which is not the case in a commercial daycare setting. I would definitely recommend anyone looking for infant care to call Hailee"

Amy


Alphabet Academy

Alphabet Academy

6355 Beechtree Drive, West Des Moines, IA

3.0

(4)

Alphabet Academy is a child care center and preschool inspired by the work of Dr. Maria Montessori. Alphabet Academy is designed with you in mind, parents who desire a unique and high-quality care and preschool experience nestled in a warm and inviting environment for their children ages 6 weeks to...
5.0
"All of the teachers that my son has had are so kind, loving and treat us like family. The office staff are wonderful and seem to know all the kids by name. I love the daily report and occasional photos. I also love that there are so many themed fun activities."

Alice C


As We Grow Childcare & Preschool

As We Grow Childcare & Preschool

10015 NW 61st Ave, Johnston, IA

5.0

(1)

As We Grow Childcare and Preschool is focused on providing the highest quality of care and education for infants, toddlers and preschool children. While providing a stimulating early learning experience, which promotes each child's individual social, emotional, physical and cognitive development....
5.0
"Great Family environment! Nice to see a center that focuses on the children instead of being a large space."

Matt F.


Cadence Academy Preschool

Cadence Academy Preschool

5859 Ashworth Road, WEST DES MOINES, IA

We provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. We offer childcare and early educational programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarteners. We also have before & after school care and summer camp...

Cadence Academy Preschool Grand

Cadence Academy Preschool Grand

1809 Grand Avenue, WEST DES MOINES, IA

We provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. We offer childcare and early educational programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarteners. We also have before & after school care and summer camp...

Happy Faces Child Care

Happy Faces Child Care

1737 17th Street, West Des Moines, IA

Hello! UPDATE 11/26/2023: Looking to fill three spots in our daycare! We offer a loving, clean, safe, bilingual and educational environment for your child to grow, learn and play. We are a non-smoking home. Feel free to email me or call/text for more information! Hola! Tengo 3 espacios...

Cadence Academy Preschool

Cadence Academy Preschool

14300 Hickman Road, CLIVE, IA

We provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. We offer childcare and early educational programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarteners. We also have before & after school care and summer camp...

Wonder Sprouts Daycare, LLC

Wonder Sprouts Daycare, LLC

505 SE SHARON DR, Ankeny, IA

Small daycare in SE Ankeny for families on a school calendar (no care over breaks). I have a Master's degree in education and know play is the main avenue of learning in early childhood. We have a flexible play-based preschool curriculum with lots of outdoor time and space!

Nannies of Des Moines, LLC

Nannies of Des Moines, LLC

1460 SE Bishop Dr, Waukee, IA

Nannies of Des Moines, LLC is a full service nanny agency placing genuine and kind-hearted nannies with loving families in the Greater Des Moines Metro. Families & Nannies please apply on our website!

Bidwell Riverside Child Development Center

Bidwell Riverside Child Development Center

1203 Hartford Ave, Des Moines, IA

A step above traditional day care organizations, Bidwell Riverside Child Development Center provides loving care and full-day programs for children ages two through five years old. In fact, we earned a Level 5 on the Iowa Quality Rating System for early childhood education the highest score...

Anna's In-home Care

Anna's In-home Care

2087 SW Cascade Falls Dr, Ankeny, IA

I am a mom of four 11, 9, 7 and 4. Now that my kids are older and in school I want to start up caring for children again. My passion and love has always been for children. I come from a large family of 4 brothers and 3 sisters. I started doing babysitting jobs at age 11 through high school and...

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...

Esmeraldo P.

Esmeraldo P.

1405 SE 1st, Des Moines, IA


New Creations offers a safe, developmentally appropriate, and faith-based learning environment for infants through school age children. We create stimulating, educational, and learning experiences that promote each child's social/emotional, physical, and cognitive development. Our fully...

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Ratings for Urbandale, IA daycares listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.3 / 5

Daycares in Urbandale, IA are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed daycares.