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Science Center Of Iowa Preschool
401 W MLK Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA
Science Center Of Iowa Preschool in Des Moines, 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 80 children in preschool.
Judith Ann Little Day Care
710 5th St Se, Altoona, IA
Judith Ann Little Day Care in Altoona, Iowa, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children from infant to school age that provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's program aims to...
Strickler Day Care
5120 Ne 5th St, Des Moines, IA
Strickler Day Care offers a safe, secure, stimulating, and nurturing environment for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children. It has a capacity of 16 children and its facility is located at 5120 Ne 5th Street, Des Moines, Iowa. Strickler Day Care provides children with plenty of...
Day Daye Care
3230 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA
Day Daye Care offers quality care and attention in a creative, safe, and stimulating environment. They provide hands-on activities that promote emerging skills development while allowing preschool students to explore and play in a learning atmosphere. This state-licensed child care facility in Des...
Wee Bearz Child Care
5191 Maple Dr Ste H, Des Moines, IA
Wee Bearz Child Care in Des Moines, Iowa, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children from six weeks to twelve years old that provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's program...
Little Lambs Prschl
5625 Franklin Ave, Des Moines, IA
The Little Lambs Preschool provides a childcare program in Des Moines, 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 Little Lambs Preschool...
Boulevard Children's Center
900 Polk Blvd, Des Moines, IA
Boulevard Children's Center is a childcare and learning facility located at 900 Polk Boulevard, Des Moines, Iowa and is licensed to accommodate up to 72 children. The center offers childcare, preschool and kindergarten programs, Mondays through Fridays, 6:45 AM to 6:00 PM.
Leaps and Bounds Children's Academy Inc
1901 Bell Ave Ste 5, Des Moines, IA
Leaps and Bounds Children's Academy Inc in Des Moines, 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 120 children from infants to preschool.
Grandma Mary's Child Care
1539 22nd St, Des Moines, IA
Grandma Mary's Child Care provides a childcare program in Des Moines, 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. Grandma Mary's Child Care...
Marolyn's Daycare
2309 Farwell Rd, Des Moines, IA
Marolyn's Daycare provides children (birth to school age) and their families with a safe, nurturing environment to allow them to meet their full potential. Children will learn through play-based, meaningful experiences based on individual development in a consistent continuum across the ages.
Puff and Stuff's Childcare Center LLC
3817 1st St, Des Moines, IA
The Puff and Stuff's Childcare Center provides a childcare program in Des Moines, 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 Puff and...
Little Angels Daycare
1425 Alderwood Dr, Altoona, IA
We will be offering an excellent program for our newborns and welcome parents of all the children to visit at any time but especially our infant. We will continue through elementary school age children, and we also plan to focus on pre-school activities to help get them ready for kindergarten.
Mercy Child Development Center
1150 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA
Mercy Child Development Center in Des Moines, 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 255 children from infants to preschool.
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...
Westminster Preschool offers care that fits nearly any family's schedule! With a restructured class offering for the 2023-24 school year, we have more full-time spots than ever before! We also offer part-time options for every age group! Westminster partners with DMPS for free Universal Pre-K!...
Westside Early Education
3503 48th St, Des Moines, IA
Westside Early Education in Des Moines, Iowa, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children from one to four years old that provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's program aims...
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,...
Plymouth Nursery School
4126 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA
Located in Des Moines, Iowa, Plymouth Nursery School is a non-profit, childcare facility for children ages two through five years. It uses the Creative Curriculum focused on learning through play. The center provides developmentally appropriate activities that foster pre-academics and creative art....
Lorraine Kay Fink Day Care
402 Walnut Ave Nw, Mitchellville, IA
Lorraine Kay Fink Day Care in Mitchellville, Iowa is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 16 children from infants to school age. Their curriculum seeks to provide a high quality, nurturing, fun and safe learning environment that is appropriate for the child’s overall growth and...
La Petite Academy Child Care-Des Moines
5708 SW 9th, Des Moines, IA
The La Petite Academy in Des Moines, IA has been in operation for over 35 years. It participates in the Iowa Quality Rating System (QRS) and the CACFP Federal Food Program. The center is open 6AM to 6PM, with programs that follow the "Learn from the Start™" proprietary approach for toddlers, early...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Pleasant Hill, IA
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Pleasant Hill, IA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Pleasant Hill, IA. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Pleasant Hill, IA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Pleasant Hill, IA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Pleasant Hill, IA, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Pleasant Hill, IA.
How can I find a preschool near me in Pleasant Hill, IA?
When looking for a preschool near you in Pleasant Hill, IA on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Pleasant Hill, IA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.
Ratings for Pleasant Hill, IA preschools listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Preschools in Pleasant Hill, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed preschools.