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Drop-in daycares in Des Moines, IA

Scullen Home Daycare

Scullen Home Daycare

6255 SE 19th St, Des Moines, IA

I have a large home between Easter Lake and Southridge Mall. I offer in home daycare for kids of any ages.

Sunshine Child Care Center, Inc.

Sunshine Child Care Center, Inc.

2142 Indianola Avenue, Des Moines, IA

I am looking for a Preschool teacher for ages 4-5. This is a year-round program. A Child Development Associate or Early Education schooling is REQUIRED. We are located just south of downtown Des Moines. Please contact Kathy for further details.

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...

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!

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

The Olive Branch

The Olive Branch

5515 SE 14th Street, Des Moines, IA

The Olive Branch Home Daycare has full time openings. We are a husband and wife team that operates a small, smoke free, in-home daycare. I have over 10 years experience in childcare, and my husband has over 8 years experience working with individuals with special needs and disabilities. Certified in...

Esmeraldo P.

Esmeraldo P.

1405 SE 1st, Des Moines, IA


Little Monkey's Daycare

Little Monkey's Daycare

3819 Glen Ellen Dr., Des Moines, IA

5.0

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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 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.


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
"Really love how my son leans and interacts with Ms. Ronda! She has truly been a blessing and I am very grateful for her!"

Tyneisha O.


New Horizon Academy - Des Moines - downtown

New Horizon Academy - Des Moines - downtown

450 SW 9th Street, Des Moines, IA

Our Downtown Des Moines location is expected to open in Spring of 2018. Our state-of-the-art facility will feature beautiful, age-appropriate classrooms that are filled with materials to enhance learning and fun.

A Little Wild Daycare

A Little Wild Daycare

5120 Valdez Dr., Des Moines, IA

Welcome to A Little Wild Daycare. Since this will be your child's home away from home, I provide a safe, caring, homelike atmosphere for your child while at the same time providing for their physical, intellectual, emotional, and social development. I am a stay at home mom who has 2 children of my...

Lara's Daycare

Lara's Daycare

3311 Bowdoin St, Des Moines, IA

Hello everyone! My name is Lara and I have a son that is almost a year old. I have 13 years of experience working with children in a variety of settings including 4 years working with the DMPS School District and 7 years in daycare facilities. I have my Child Development Associate Certificate,...

Honeybee's Family Childcare

Honeybee's Family Childcare

4515 Franklin Avenue, Des Moines, IA

I have 2 full time openings for children that are 15 months old or older. I have been doing childcare out of my home for over 7 years now and have excellent references. I am married and have two children of my own. My daughter is 8 years old and my son is 7 years old. I currently care for a 2 year...

Patty's In-home Child Care

Patty's In-home Child Care

1719 34th St, Des Moines, IA

Hi! I'm Patty Hotka and I'm starting an in-home child care this fall of 2016. Opening date is Tuesday, September 6th. We have 3 full time openings for children infant to 5 years. We are located near Beaverdale and across the street from Witmer park. My home is safe, clean, smoke free, and pet...

Tippi Toes

Tippi Toes

444 Des Moines St Apt 225, Des Moines, IA


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1531 Stewart St, Des Moines, IA


Fatima home daycare

Fatima home daycare

950 31 St Des Moines, Des Moines, IA


Bizzybeez Family Child Care

1422 Milton, Des Moines, IA

I believe children learn through play and offer many activities inside and outside that spark the imagination. We enjoy reading, coloring, painting, dancing and so much more! We work on letter and number recognition daily. I promote self-sufficiency and teamwork. We have healthy meals and snacks...

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Fathiali25outlook.com, Des Moines, IA

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Extraordinary Learners

4018 55th St, Des Moines, IA

Extraordinary Learners is a State Registered Category C In Home Child Care program, opened since May 2010! We are Child Net certified and a level 3 on the Quality Rating System. We house up to 14 children at one time. Two providers are present at all times, and we have an assistant who is present...

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Average Rating5.0 / 5

Drop-In Daycares in Des Moines, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in daycares.