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After School Programs in Des Moines, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 18 listed after school programs

CREATIVE CENTER FOR YOUNG CHILDREN

My son went to this center for three years and they were completely amazing! My son has behavior issues that started when he was three...

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Kidz Corner

If you're looking for good quality, affordable, dependable daycare with flexible scheduling and drop-in options, I can't tell you enough...

- Temeshia B.

Amazing Panda Learning Center

Your child will not only learn at Amazing Panda, they be will loved on and cared for by the most sincere and genuine staff who truly love...

- Maria J

After School Programs Near Des Moines

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Grand View Child Development Center

3451 Hubbell Ave Des Moines, IA

Preschool
Child care
At Grand View we have so much to offer: * Infant to 12 yrs. care *Full-time care *Half day Pre-School *Before & after school care *Transportation to and from most local schools *Extremely low rates *Gold assessments on children birth to 6 years old *Hours: Monday - Friday 6am to...
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Special needs
In-Home daycare
Hello I'm Roxy I'm a mother of 6. Alexander 22, Paige 22, Brandon 21, Zach 18 ( they are all grown out and on there own), Madlyn 10 and Landon 9. I've done daycare for 23 yrs and I have lots of vary happy mommy and daddys. I love my job and would never want to do anything more. I give your little one a place to come and grow...
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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 to do what I was born to do....
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CREATIVE CENTER FOR YOUNG CHILDREN

1001 PLEASANT ST DES MOINES, IA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
CCYC PHILOSOPHY In addition to our curriculum, our program emphasizes on the fine arts, we approach every day with imagination, innovation and, most of all, fun! Studies have found that learning improves when children are engaged in an enjoyable and meaningful activity. Our curriculum includes a variety of intriguing...

Care Member says "My son went to this center for three years and they were completely amazing! My son has behavior issues that started when he was three years old, ADHD,...

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Kidz Corner

2957 86TH ST URBANDALE, IA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Kidz Corner is a full-service licensed drop-in center. We want to make dropping off and picking up simple and hassle free. We provide flexibility for you, and fun for your kids.

Temeshia B. says "If you're looking for good quality, affordable, dependable daycare with flexible scheduling and drop-in options, I can't tell you enough good things...

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Amazing Panda Learning Center

2550 73rd St. Urbandale, IA

3.7(3)
Academic
Special needs
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
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Amazing Panda Learning Center provides an enriched learning environment that is designed to help students get ahead. With years of experience, our staff is eager to help your child learn, grow and have fun doing it! Located in Urbandale, Amazing Panda Learning Center offers infant and toddler room, daycare and extended...

Maria J says "Your child will not only learn at Amazing Panda, they be will loved on and cared for by the most sincere and genuine staff who truly love working with...

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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 childcare settings. I have also spent...

Cassie S. says "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...

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New Horizon Academy - Johnston (coming soon)

8650 NW 62nd Avenue Johnston, IA

Our commitment to early learning and education begins in our infant program and extends throughout our school-age program. Our goal at New Horizon Academy is to instill a lifelong love of learning in each child and ensure that your child has the skills they need to succeed not only in school, but in life. For more information...
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Cadence Academy Preschool

14300 HICKMAN RD CLIVE, IA

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
We provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. We offer childcare and early educational programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarteners. We also have before & after school care and summer camp for school age children. *We...
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Cadence Academy Preschool

225 E 1ST ST ANKENY, IA

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
We provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. We offer childcare and early educational programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarteners. We also have before & after school care and summer camp for school age children. *We...
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Cadence Academy Preschool Urbandale

3054 86TH ST URBANDALE, IA

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
We provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. We offer childcare and early educational programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarteners. We also have before & after school care and summer camp for school age children. *We...
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Cadence Academy Preschool Johnston- PERMANENTLY CLOSED

5623 NW 86TH ST JOHNSTON, IA

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
We provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. We offer childcare and early educational programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarteners. We also have before & after school care and summer camp for school age children.
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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 Before & After School

713 SCHOOL AVE NORWALK, IA

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
Cadence Academy has partnered with the Norwalk Community School District to offer an on-site Before and After School Care program at both Oviatt, Orchard Hills and Lakewood Elementary Schools. Our program is organized to promote a club-like atmosphere and offers kids a variety of carefully planned activities including arts...
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LIL' HANDS BIG DREAMS

730 MAIN ST NORWALK, IA

State license verified

starting at
$850/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
​​“Lil’ Hands Big Dreams offers a unique child care setting where your child can play, learn and grow in a fun, caring and family oriented environment!”
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Cadence Academy Before & After School - 928

713 SCHOOL AVE NORWALK, IA

State license verified

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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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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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FAQs for finding after school programs near you in Des Moines, IA

After-school programs near you in Des Moines, IA vary in length depending on the program, both in how many hours your child will meet each time and how many weeks the program lasts. Some after-school programs may last for a few hours after school completes each day for the entire school year, while others might offer after-school activities for an hour onece a week. Ultimately, the duration of these after-school programs is going to depend on the activity, seasonality, and other factors.

After school programs near you in Des Moines, IA provide students with an opportunity to explore interests outside of classroom learning, build mentoring relationships, and develop a sense of community. These programs foster important social and emotional skills such as collaboration, responsibility, communication and problem-solving. They also help build self-confidence and enable informal educational experiences in a safe environment after the school day is over. After school programs are beneficial to both students’ academic and personal growth.

Depending on the program, activities in Des Moines, IA may include tutoring, computer classes, academic clubs and recreational sports teams. Some after-school programs also offer fun arts and crafts classes, music lessons and field trips. The primary purpose of after-school programs is to provide an environment where children can safely learn and grow while having a great time, and there are many avenues available to achieving this.

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