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Recent family daycare reviews in West Des Moines, IA

In Loving Arms Infant Care

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

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.

Blessings Care for Kids

5.0

My daughter has been at Blessings for 5 months and I could not be happier with our experience thus far. Gina, the director, is absolutely phenomenal. She genuinely cares about each and every child, and makes us feel like Blessings is a second home for our little one. The entire staff at Blessings...

- Jordan O.

Katie's @home Care

5.0

Katie is awesome! My daughter loves going there and feels right at home! I'm so glad that she found us!!

- Sarah T.

Family daycares in West Des Moines, IA

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
"We recommend Hailee Olsasky as your childcare provider. She has cared for our daughter, Aela, since January 2014. It is clear to us that Aela is happy to be there every day at pickup. Hailee is friendly, caring and dependable. It is easy to discuss the needs or...

Hailee O.


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 highly recommend Beth at Seufert Child Care! Our first son loved his time with Beth and all of the fun activities she had planned for them. She has thoughtfully designed her space so that there are many different areas for the kids to learn/play. She also had...

Elizabeth P.


Blessings Care for Kids

Blessings Care for Kids

6820 Ashworth RD, WEST DES MOINES, IA

Starting at $840/mo

5.0

(2)

We believe that at daycare kiddos should feel as comfortable as they would at home, like an extended version of their family is with them all day. That is exactly our philosophy! Siblings remain connected, friendships that last way past their Blessings years are made and the level of love and...
5.0
"I have taking my two year old son to Blessings Care for Kids for four months now and we have been so happy with the care he has received. It was difficult for me to take my son to daycare but I know that we chose the right place with how happy he has been. He loves...

Stephanie R.


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...

Pitter Patter Playhouse

Pitter Patter Playhouse

3301 Brookview Drive, West Des Moines, IA

In-Home Child Care Provider with 14 years of experience. Looking to fill two child care openings that I currently have. I accept ages 6 weeks and up. I have had a lot of experience with all ages. My hours are 7:30-5:00, Monday-Friday. I am located in West Des Moines off of Valley West Drive. I am...

I stay at home with my 16 month daughter. I know what it means, looking for an honest home to keep your kids. My place is that long searching home you have been looking to keep your baby. Here, child respect and safety is my priority. I am a certified child care giver. Completed my child and...

Anne C's Child Care

298 58th Ct, West Des Moines, IA

PROFESSIONAL QUALITY CHILDCARE in my West Des Moines Home I currently have 1 openings for a child age two or older and I will have an infant opening starting February 3, 2020. I have a BA in Child Development and am State Registered with 20+ years experience. My hours are Mon-Fri 7am to 5:30...

Mrs. Becca's Daycare

22nd St, West Des Moines, IA

I sadly have one of my daycare kiddos graduating to big kids school and therefore have an opening for one or maybe two kiddos. If you are looking for a reliable, loving and insured in home daycare provider please let me know. I like to keep my daycare small as to provide a good learning...

Orchard Drive Daycare

Orchard Drive, West Des Moines, IA

We are an in-home daycare located in WDM. For hours of operation, rates and policies, please view our website at orcharddrivedaycare.weebly.com

In Loving Arm's Child Care

1528 18th St, West Des Moines, IA


Ms. Meg's Munchkins

Ms. Meg's Munchkins

4017 68th Street, Urbandale, IA

Small in-home daycare, providing care for up to five full-time children. Ages 12 months-school aged. Open from 7:30AM-5:30PM Monday-Friday. Flat weekly rates. Age appropriate curriculum and activities. Structured schedules. Healthy meals and snacks. Pet Friendly Knowledgeable in state required...

Clever Connections Childcare

Clever Connections Childcare

4017 68th Street, Urbandale, IA

Clever Connections is a small in-home family childcare that provides exceptional care and supervision to children ages 6 weeks -school age, while ensuring a safe and fun learning environment. We operate full time Monday through Friday from 7:30AM-5:30PM and provide a preschool curriculum that is...

Katie's @home Care

Katie's @home Care

5014 70th Place, Urbandale, IA

5.0

(1)

Hands on from cooking, baking, and to coloring. Being out doors when its nice. Military friendly. We ourselves are a military family. Willing to babysit overnights. We're just a friendly loving place for your child(ren).
5.0
"Katie is awesome! My daughter loves going there and feels right at home! I'm so glad that she found us!!"

Sarah T.


Peppers Pint Sized Peanuts

2307 Swan Dr, Norwalk, IA

Being a stay at home mom has brought great happiness to me. But I know how it works when you work. Sometimes schedules get changed, overtime happens, and sometimes you have to work even when snow shuts down a city. We spend every day playing, crafting, making up plays...all so you have...

Vesna Child Care

4016 79th Street, Urbandale, IA


Sarah's

Urbandale, Urbandale, IA


Marquardt Child Care

4410 NW 142nd Street, Urbandale, IA

My name is Andrea. I am a happy mother of two. I have been caring for children since I was a teenager. I have taken multiple child care and parenting courses through high school and college. My business is welcoming to infants and children of all ages. In my home we enjoying learning, playing, and...

Little Angels

3615 61st, Urbandale, IA


Samantha Clewell

Samantha Clewell

4616 154th St., Urbandale, IA

My name is Samantha Clewell and will be a recent graduate from Drake University. I will be graduating with my Elementary Education degree with endorsements in Reading and ELL. I am seeking a summer nanny position, while I am currently applying to schools in and out of state. I have had multiple...

Curious minds montessori

1015 68th St, Windsor Heights, IA


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Ratings for West Des Moines, IA family daycares listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Family Daycares in West Des Moines, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 25 listed family daycares.