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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.

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...

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.

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

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!

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 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.


Macey's In Home Daycare

Macey's In Home Daycare

724 Hickory Hill Lane, Des Moines, IA

I am starting an in home daycare soon if you or anyone you know is interested please message me. Hours of operation will be M-F 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. I am near East Des Moines, Altoona, and Pleasant Hill. I am first aid, CPR, and AED certified, 10+ years of child care experience.

Wiggles N Giggles Child Care

Wiggles N Giggles Child Care

2323 E 39th Ct, Des Moines, IA

Wiggles N Giggles Child Care "Where toes are wigglin', and smiles are giggling" Hi my name is Lori. I am registered with the state of Iowa as a Child Development Home. Something unique about Wiggles N Giggles is, we are in a home, however the home is not occupied as a home, it is strictly operated...

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...

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.

Tiny Wonders

Tiny Wonders

4124 SE 24th St, Des Moines, IA

**BRAND NEW** Starting March 12. We are a new in-home family daycare, catering to infants 6 weeks to 18 months of age. Our mother-daughters team consists of three generations of experienced, loving and nurturing care providers. We offer a beautiful and spacious non-smoking environment. Located on...

Next Step Childcare

Next Step Childcare

213 Hackley Avenue, Des Moines, IA

My self and my partner, Kimberly Dale, run an in-home daycare in the Southside part of Des Moines, IA. We are open 10pm Sunday to 10pm Friday and have plenty of openings for days, evenings, and overnights. We both have our Bachelor of Science degrees from Northwest Missouri State University and have...

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,...

Amber's Angel Academy

Amber's Angel Academy

2519 E Marion St, Des Moines, IA

I am a private, in-home childcare provider located in the Easter Lake area of Des Moines. I have 16 years of experience in working with children of all ages and offer fun, daily, themed activities for all children. Our walk-out basement provides plenty of room for activities and easy access to...

Heathers Daycare

Heathers Daycare

715 Boyd Street, Des Moines, IA

Hi! My name is Heather Linebach. I'll be starting a daycare on September 15 and I will have three full time spots available. I have a nice sized backyard with toys and play equipment. We like to go outside as much as possible when it's nice outside. I have two children of my own. Both girls, one...

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...

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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 91 listed drop-in daycares.