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Daycares in Waterloo, IA are rated 3.4 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed daycares

Building Bright Beginnings

Our son has been going there since he was 12 weeks old. He is now 3 and still there and loving it. We feel comfortable dropping him off and...

- Monica

Caring Connections Childcare

I am the owner/operator of Caring Connections Childcare, I have not given permission for my name to be on here. There are misinformation...

- Sadie

Katie S.

Katie was a very responsible caring sitter for my two boy's ages 4 and 9. My boy's always enjoyed going to daycare there ,she had fun...

- Traci T

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Building Bright Beginnings

202 Byron Ave Waterloo, IA

5.0(1)
Preschool
Child care
Building Bright Beginnings is a child care facility located at 202 Byron Ave. Waterloo, IA. Their facility provides services for children from 6 weeks through school age. They are dedicated to help children to enhance their overall potential in a safe, fun and loving environment.

Monica says "Our son has been going there since he was 12 weeks old. He is now 3 and still there and loving it. We feel comfortable dropping him off and the providers are...

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Caring Connections Childcare

3911 Tami Ter Waterloo, IA

5.0(1)
Child care
Based in Waterloo, Iowa, Caring Connections Childcare is an in-home state-licensed childcare facility that offers a wide variety of activities based on social, emotional, emotional literacy, physical, and cognitive learning. The school's curriculum is a form of Holistic approach and integrated.

Sadie says "I am the owner/operator of Caring Connections Childcare, I have not given permission for my name to be on here. There are misinformation being given, I demand...

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Katie S.

1731 E. Mitchell Ave Waterloo, IA

5.0(1)
Love, love, love the little ones! Specialize in children 0 to 8 years of age. I am a state registered, Child Net certified In-Home Childcare Provider involved in the quality rating system (QRS) and just finished classes to achieve my Child Development Associate's Certificate (CDA). I offer fun learning experiences that...

Traci T says "Katie was a very responsible caring sitter for my two boy's ages 4 and 9. My boy's always enjoyed going to daycare there ,she had fun activities and kept...

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Little Stars Child Care Center

2250 W RIDGEWAY AVE WATERLOO, IA

State license verified

starting at
$840/mo
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Montessori
Child care
At Little Stars, We are a family oriented, community service based establishment. We pride ourselves on our ability to create a STEM based learning environment that help excel our youth to a brighter future. We are a local, family business looking to improve the quality of our community. Join us today!
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Little Journeys Educational Childcare

4340 Charm Drive Waterloo, IA

Little Journeys is an in-home educational based child care that provides children ages 3-5 with a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment. It is highly personalized with a maximum of four total children. I have 15 years of experience working with children in various settings as a public school teacher, daycare...
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Ashley's Kidz Kare

814 Bourland Ave. Waterloo, IA

In Home Child Care. I am a mother of 3 who has decided to spend more time at home with my munchkins along with opening up a business! Safe, clean, home located on quiet street within walking distance of Liberty Park. Nutritious meals and snacks along with healthy play time, arts & crafts, all part of our daily schedule and...
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Community United Child Care Centers - Westridge

3610 ANSBOROUGH AVE WATERLOO, IA

State license verified

Preschool
Child care
Community United Child Care Centers and Preschool serves children between the ages of 6 weeks old through the summer following the child's 4th grade year. Our partners are Central Rivers AEA (AEA 267), Veridian Credit Union, Cedar Falls and Waterloo Schools. Parent representatives are part of our Board of Directors. Our mission...
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SON RISE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL & DAY CARE

928 JEFFERSON ST WATERLOO, IA

State license verified

We are united in our commitment to helping every child succeed in all areas of child development-physical, intellectual, social, and emotional-as a result of their participation in our programs. We will care for and educate every child in an atmosphere of Christian love that builds a strong core of school readiness knowledge...
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Jodi Dinsdale Day Care

622 Colleen Ct Waterloo, IA

Child care
The Jodi Dinsdale Day Care provides a childcare program in Waterloo, 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 Jodi Dinsdale Day Care welcomes infants through...
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Angela Smock Day Care

730 Kirkwood Ave Waterloo, IA

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Angela Smock Day Care is a licensed childcare and educational facility located at 730 Kirkwood Avenue, Waterloo, Iowa. This childcare facility serves infants to school-age children from Mondays through Fridays in a safe, secure and educationally stimulating environment. Angela Smock Day Care provides activities and lessons that...
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Prince and Princess Daycare

1216 Glenny Ave Waterloo, IA

Child care
Prince and Princess Daycare is a state-registered facility that offers paid child care programs designed for young children. Located at 1216 Glenny Avenue, the company serves the residents of Waterloo, IA. Prince and Princess Daycare has been serving the community since 2010.
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Ellen Skalsky Day Care

223 Edison St Waterloo, IA

Ellen Skalsky Day Care offers individual attention in a stimulating environment for infants, kindergarten, preschool and school-age kids every Mondays to Fridays. They provide hands-on activities that promote skills while allowing the students to explore and play. This child care facility in Waterloo, IA features a...
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Karen Marie Elsbernd Day Care

1237 Edgewood Dr Waterloo, IA

Child care
Karen Marie Elsbernd Day Care provides childcare programs to the community of Waterloo, IA. The programs are designed to allow each child to discover more about themselves and their world around them. The center presents a variety of play experiences promoting motor coordination.
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Mary Gosse Day Care

617 Trail Ave Waterloo, IA

Child care
Mary Gosse Day Care is a registered home-based childcare provider that serves the community of Waterloo IA. It offers a nurturing environment and provides age-appropriate activities that enhance children's social skills and intellectual abilities. The home center has a capacity 12 infants and toddlers and operates Mondays...
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The Wright Daycare

304 Wendell Ct Waterloo, IA

Child care
The Wright Daycare provides a licensed childcare program in Waterloo, 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 Wright Daycare welcomes infants through school-aged...
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Jean Tate Daycare

817 E San Marnan Dr Waterloo, IA

Child care
Jean Tate Daycare provides a cozy, friendly & loving environment for children. It is complimented with activities encouraging social and emotional development. Each child will flourish when they are accepted and loved to become independent and self-assured individuals.
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Happy Time Preschool & Daycare

3520 Ansborough Ave Waterloo, IA

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Happy Time Preschool & Daycare in Waterloo, 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 219 children from infants to kindergarten.
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Williams Daycare

907 Lincoln St Waterloo, IA

In-Home daycare
Child care
Williams Daycare is a home-based childcare facility that serves the community of Waterloo IA. It offers a loving and caring environment and provides developmentally appropriate activities that fit infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children. The home center focuses on readiness programs that strengthen children's...
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Kayla's Dayare

1712 West 7th Street Waterloo, IA

1.0(1)
Hello Parents! Thank you so much for considering Kayla's Care! I will provide quality childcare to your little one(s) while you are away. I take great pride in what I can give to you and your child. I hope you find this opportunity just as exciting as I do! I can assure you that your child is in very good hands and I will treat...
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Learn & Play Daycare Center

120 Clark St Waterloo, IA

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Learn & Play Daycare Center in Waterloo, Iowa, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children from six weeks to ten years old that provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's program aims to develop the whole...
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Daycare centers near you in Waterloo, IA offer a number of benefits to both children and their parents or guardians. For the kids, daycare is an opportunity to learn coping and social skills, explore the world, and form relationships with other children - all while staying active and stimulating their minds with educational activities. For parents and guardians, daycare often provides peace of mind that their children are supervised in a safe and nurturing environment with skilled professionals on board to tackle responsibilities such as discipline, problem solving strategies, and nutrition. All in all, daycare is a valuable resource for families by providing quality childcare and early childhood education services.

Daycares near you in Waterloo, IA provide a range of services that allow children to grow and develop in safe, secure environments. Daycare centers are staffed by qualified professionals who create a caring atmosphere that teach kids lessons fundamental to their well-being, and typically include activities such as playtime, meals, and learning opportunities designed to prepare young minds for the world ahead.

Finding the right daycare center near you in Waterloo, IA for your child can be an overwhelming experience, but the process can be streamlined with a clear understanding of what to look for. It's important to consider factors such as certification and accreditation, as well as any health and safety protocols that are in place. Factors such as cost, accessibility, and the quality of care provided are sure to be top of mind as well, and ultimately, selecting the best daycare center will depend on finding one that meets your expectations and your child’s specific needs.

Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Waterloo, IA include: What are the teacher-to-child ratios? What types of activities do you plan as part of the daily program? Is there an outdoor play area and what safety regulations are in place regarding that space? How often is communication provided to parents regarding their child's progress or issues that arise? Be sure to ask specifics about any policies related to enrollment fees, tuition payments, health and vaccination requirements and anything else that is important to you and your family as well.

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