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Daycares in Ankeny, IA are rated 3.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed daycares

7262 - La Petite Academy of Ankeny

My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the...

- Carla C.

Ankeny Lil' Tots Learning Academy

They are very pleasant to work with! They have been an amazing daycare, especially not having any family close by and it's so nice to trust...

- Sam M.

Blessed Beginnings Child Development Home

I have heard that this daycare is excellent

- Jon B.

Daycare Centers Near Ankeny

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7262 - La Petite Academy of Ankeny

929 E 1ST ST ANKENY, IA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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Ankeny Lil' Tots Learning Academy

732 SE SHURFINE DR ANKENY, IA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$230/mo
Child care

Sam M. says "They are very pleasant to work with! They have been an amazing daycare, especially not having any family close by and it's so nice to trust where you are...

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Blessed Beginnings Child Development Home

222 NE 12th St Place Ankeny, IA

3.0(2)
I operate a loving, Christian-based child development home with lots of fun and engaging learning activities, individualized weekly lesson plans, daily written communication and strive to provide an environment where every child feels like this is their "home away from home."

Jon B. says "I have heard that this daycare is excellent"

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Little Endeavors Inc

205 Se Oralabor Rd Ste A Ankeny, IA

3.0(5)
Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
Little Endeavors, Inc. in Ankeny, Iowa is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 204 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 development.

Laura says "We have been going to Little Endeavors for 7 years. It's a great place for kids to learn and grow. 145/hr is not accurate in this description."

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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 then started doing nanny jobs...
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Cadence Academy Preschool

225 E 1ST ST ANKENY, IA

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Cadence Academy Preschool, Ankeny is a NAEYC Accredited daycare provider and private preschool that provides loving care and early education programs for infants through pre-kindergarten. Preschool is a wonderful time for intellectual, social-emotional, and physical growth and we offer a skill-based curriculum that is proven to...
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Generation Next Child Development Center and Preschool - Prairie Trail

1715 SW Plaza Parkway ANKENY, IA

State license verified

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Child care
Preschool
About Generation Next Child Development Center & Preschool in Ankeny, IA At Generation Next Ankeny, we provide families with a safe, joyful, and developmentally rich environment where children can thrive. Serving children from 6 weeks through 5 years, our programs combine nurturing care, hands-on learning, and proven curriculum...
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La Petite Academy of Ankeny, IA

929 E 1st St Ankeny, IA

What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...
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Care By Breanna

2509 NW Maple St Ankeny, IA

**Currently looking to fill Fall 2016 spots for teacher's schedule only!** I am a stay-at-home mom and in-home child care provider looking to provide quality care for your little ones. I have three children, a 9 year old son, and 5 and 3 year old daughters that all enjoy meeting new friends. Prior to becoming a stay-at-home...
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Wonder Sprouts Daycare, LLC

505 SE SHARON DR Ankeny, IA

Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Small daycare in SE Ankeny for families on a school calendar (no care over breaks). I have a Master's degree in education and know play is the main avenue of learning in early childhood. We have a flexible play-based preschool curriculum with lots of outdoor time and space!
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Jacqueline's Childcare

4612 NW 8th Street Ankeny, IA

I will be starting an in-home childcare for infants starting in August, 2017. I will becoming DHS registered and be participating in Iowa's Food Program. I have over 15 years of experience working with children...including being a nanny, preschool teacher, developmental specialist, and child care consultant. I have worked with...
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Ankeny Kindercare

3055 N ANKENY BLVD ANKENY, IA

State license verified

Welcome to Ankeny KinderCare, located just off NE 28th Street and North Ankeny Boulevard! We're committed to providing our students with a quality early-childhood experience, preparing them for success in elementary school and the rest of their lives. From curriculum to teachers, our approach to early education inspires a love...
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Amy's Childcare

4808 NW 2nd CT Ankeny, IA

I am currently a Licensed Early Childhood Educator getting ready to open a childcare business in my home in August 2015. I have 3 full-time slots available for 12 months-preschool aged children, 1 part-time slot available for Tuesday, Thursday, possibly Friday and 1-2 before and after school slots open for students attending...
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Robyn's Daycare

915 SE Kensington Ankeny, IA

I offer in home daycare on the SE side of Ankeny. I have been running my daycare for 20+ plus years, Daycare is open Monday through Friday7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. We offer a non-smoking home, backyard play area, meals and snack, and discounted rate for siblings
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Kim And Lori's Daycare Kids

Ankeny Ankeny, IA

We would like to offer your child a daycare with 30 years of experience. Our curriculum is to prep the children for school and have a safe environment with lots of TLC! We, also, have a nice outdoor play area for the kids to run around and have fun! During the days, we plan outings with the kids. The swim day outing seems to...
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Lauras Home Daycare

6957 N Baseline St Ankeny, IA

Child care
In-Home daycare
Lauras Home Daycare provides a high quality, healthy, nurturing, fun, and educational environment. The center provides early stimulating care and educational experiences promoting each child’s social/emotional, physical, and cognitive development. Their goal is to support children’s desire to be life-long learners and have them...
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2 for U Childcare

6950 Northeast 14th Street Suites 3638 Ankeny, IA

2 For U Daycare is a family run business. The owners are Jaycie Miller and Jill Schafer, sisters, and Lisha Curry, Mother. The business was started with one child back in 2008, in-home, and continued to grow to sixteen children. We decided to make the change to a Center to provide more room for the children and more...
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Once Upon A Dream In Home Daycare

113 SW Sharmin Drive Ankeny, IA

Sarah Cordero Once Upon A Dream In home Daycare 515 745 6469 Hello and Thank You for your interest in "Once Upon a Dream" in home daycare. Starting an in home daycare has been a dream of mine since 2008. I started out in the childcare field the summer of 2007, not knowing years later this would be my life. I worked in two...
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Ninny's Home Daycare

1422 NW 2nd Street Ankeny, IA

Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Hello! My name is Cindy...the kids call me Ninny:) I have been running a daycare in my home for over 20 years. I currently have 2 openings available. Prefer only infants and children up to 3 years old. State registered for 20 years and have referrals on request. Full-time only. My hours are 7 a.m - 5:30 p.m. I'm located on...
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Bark Avenue In Home Pet Care

P.O. Box 896 Ankeny, IA

Bark Avenue In-Home Pet Care provides families with the comfort of knowing that their pet is happy and safe in their own home. We will provide your pets with potty visits, and play time visits.
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Daycare centers near you in Ankeny, IA offer a number of benefits to both children and their parents or guardians. For the kids, daycare is an opportunity to learn coping and social skills, explore the world, and form relationships with other children - all while staying active and stimulating their minds with educational activities. For parents and guardians, daycare often provides peace of mind that their children are supervised in a safe and nurturing environment with skilled professionals on board to tackle responsibilities such as discipline, problem solving strategies, and nutrition. All in all, daycare is a valuable resource for families by providing quality childcare and early childhood education services.

Daycares near you in Ankeny, IA provide a range of services that allow children to grow and develop in safe, secure environments. Daycare centers are staffed by qualified professionals who create a caring atmosphere that teach kids lessons fundamental to their well-being, and typically include activities such as playtime, meals, and learning opportunities designed to prepare young minds for the world ahead.

Finding the right daycare center near you in Ankeny, IA for your child can be an overwhelming experience, but the process can be streamlined with a clear understanding of what to look for. It's important to consider factors such as certification and accreditation, as well as any health and safety protocols that are in place. Factors such as cost, accessibility, and the quality of care provided are sure to be top of mind as well, and ultimately, selecting the best daycare center will depend on finding one that meets your expectations and your child’s specific needs.

Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Ankeny, IA include: What are the teacher-to-child ratios? What types of activities do you plan as part of the daily program? Is there an outdoor play area and what safety regulations are in place regarding that space? How often is communication provided to parents regarding their child's progress or issues that arise? Be sure to ask specifics about any policies related to enrollment fees, tuition payments, health and vaccination requirements and anything else that is important to you and your family as well.

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