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Recent nursery preschool reviews in Des Moines, IA

Little Monkey's Daycare

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.

Ronda's Daycare

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 hours.

- Alyssa F.

Shandra's ABC Academy

5.0

Shandra is absolutely amazing! We found her here on care.com, and it was the best thing that could have happened for our son! He absolutely loves going to Shandra's in the morning, and it is so hard to get him to want to leave in the afternoons! My son is now 20 months old, and since beginning with...

- Cassie S.

Nursery preschools in Des Moines, IA

Little Monkey's Daycare

Little Monkey's Daycare

3819 Glen Ellen Dr., Des Moines, IA

5.0

(5)

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
"she is great with the children and my kids loved to to see her everyday"

Ronda W.


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...

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...

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.

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,...

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...

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...

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...

Lots Of Lovin

902 E Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA

In-Home Child Care For Infants. 3 openings Hrs 6:30 to 5:30 M-F Would have the following Holidays as closed New Years, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and day after. If these holidays fall on a weekend day then will take day before as off. I will have...

Helen W

3216 East 41st Street, Des Moines, IA

I have raised my children, grandchildren, foster children and have loved every minute of it. I am patient, compassionate, and really enjoy caring for infants, toddlers and older kids, as I have been a Den Mother, helped with little league and know how the mothers feel when leaving their children...

Mill Pond Kids Daycare

6833 Mill Pond Dr, Des Moines, IA

I run a small in-home child care home registed with the state. I work with all ages of children. I am cpr certified, mandatory child abuse reporter.and currently working on my child net certification, and QRS rating on my daycare. I work with the USDA food program and on the list for Child Care...

Kandi's Kids

1410 Royer St, Des Moines, IA

My Name is Kandi. I'm 36 and a mother of 2. I have been doing in home care for 16 years. In high school my first job was at a daycare center and right after school I headed to DMACC for child development. So as you can see my life has been child care. I love my job and thank God everyday that I get...

Alysia C

802 E County Line Rd Lot 60, Des Moines, IA

I provide child care in my southside home. I have 2 wonderful children, my daughter who is 19 months and my son who is 5 years old. I can transport to schools if needed. I can provided breakfast, lunch and 2 snacks. We will do crafts and play outside. If you have any questions please feel free to...

Shandra's ABC Academy

Shandra's ABC Academy

5189 Evans Blvd, Pleasant Hill, IA

5.0

(3)

My goal as an in-home care provider is to provide the highest quality of care for you and your family. I strive to create a nurturing home environment where your child can have fun while building a well rounded foundation to grow on! I have many years of experience in both private and center...
5.0
"Shandra is absolutely amazing! We found her here on care.com, and it was the best thing that could have happened for our son! He absolutely loves going to Shandra's in the morning, and it is so hard to get him to want to leave in the afternoons! My son is now 20...

Cassie S.


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...

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Ratings for Des Moines, IA nursery preschools listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Nursery Preschools in Des Moines, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed nursery preschools.