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713 SCHOOL AVE NORWALK, IA

11 mi

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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 and crafts, music and culture, reading, writing, drama, athletics, and cooking. Children enjoy the freedom to choose the projects that interest them, which provides them a…
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5708 SW 9TH ST DES MOINES, IA

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14 mi

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At La Petite Academy of Des Moines, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Des Moines, IA. Our experienced teachers support confidence, social skills, and school readiness through engaging, hands-on learning. We provide full-time, part-time, and drop-in enrollment options, along with meals and snacks to support busy families. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, keeps you connected throughout…
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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 every more and a small conversation in the afternoon. My daughters teachers are excited to see her and greet us with a smile and my daughhter gets a hug. It was a smooth transition and the teachers are really caring. They have made it an easy transtion to go back to work."
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Available now until 6:00 PM today

610 CENTER ST DES MOINES, IA

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18 mi

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At Childtime of Des Moines we provide high-quality child care programs and summer camp in Des Moines, IA. We offer flexible enrollment options, nutritious meals and snacks, and a supportive school community families trust for dependable daycare and early childhood education. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, keeps families informed throughout the day with real-time updates, live streaming video of your child's classroom, photos, videos, and more. Schedule a tour at 610 Center Street to…
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Mary G. says "We love this center. Everyone is so caring and loving. My daughter is always happy to come and she loves her teachers! They love to share activities and moments with us through the app. We love the love feed access. We 100% recommend this place!"
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Available now until 6:00 PM today

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810 E 2ND AVE INDIANOLA, IA

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2 mi

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Little Miracles Child Development Center & Preschool, in Indianola, IA, is the area's leading preschool serving Indianola, Milo, Norwalk and surrounding areas since 1992. We offer quality childcare, education, safe care and more. Quality Child Care for Ages 6 Weeks through Elementary. Our services: Education, Nurturing, Safe Care, Child Development, Educational Environment, along with many other great features. Our Before/After School Program offers transportation for: Whitter, Wilder,…
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Jessica G. says "I have 5 children thev'ye all been apart of ownership group little miracles is located 35 mins away but i still make the drive because of my experience! i currently have my 4 yr old in they're care i have nothing but good things to say i appreciate the cirriculum but also when i go to work i dont have to worry about my kids safety they're response during covid from the cleaning the flexibility the new software getting text through the days was perfect . I will continue to make…
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Cooperative

730 MAIN ST NORWALK, IA

11 mi

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​​“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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2201 SUNSET DR NORWALK, IA

12 mi

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1203 Hartford Ave Des Moines, IA

15 mi

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A step above traditional day care organizations, Bidwell Riverside Child Development Center provides loving care and full-day programs for children ages two through five years old. In fact, we earned a Level 5 on the Iowa Quality Rating System for early childhood education the highest score possible! We also offer financial help and guidance, including help with applying for a child care subsidy. And our convenient hours and south side location are great for working parents. We invite you…
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1001 PLEASANT ST DES MOINES, IA

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18 mi

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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 activities that stimulate early brain development with a focus on creative play. Although it may all look like kids having fun, it’s also learning in action. It’s just another…
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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, Anxiety, etc.. They worked with him and us to get him not only kindergarten ready but to get him in a space where he could begin to self regulate. I would say if you are looking for a quality center that is filled with teachers who love children and what they do definitely give CCYC a chance."
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756 9TH ST DES MOINES, IA

18 mi

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1119 5th St West Des Moines, IA

18 mi

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AlRazi Academy is a full time school, Preschool and Child care. At AlRazi Academy we work together in a nurturing environment to make sure that the students are well taken care of, taught, loved and respected as a unique individual. We always strive to provide the best quality and learning environment for the children as we are a strong believer in in the importance of education in the kids future. AlRazi Academy is committed to providing students with high quality academic and character…
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800 E 12TH ST DES MOINES, IA

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18 mi

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We are a child care facility located in down town Des Moines that has been in operation since 1968. We are licensed to care for up to 100 children on a daily basis. We partner with many community partners to ensure we provide the best quality of care to all children including: Des Moines Public Schools (for our Universal Preschool classroom); Early Head Start Child Care Partnership for our Infant/Toddler Program (children 0-3; and classroom consultants); IA AEYC consultants work with preschool…
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Jessica M. says "My kids have been there about 3 years and it’s been fine. They’ve made it very easy for me to obtain wic as they have a wic clinic at the sight once a month so it makes it very convenient, also they have good community resource posted on their parent board. "
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1809 GRAND AVE WDM, IA

19 mi

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Cadence Academy Preschool, Grand offers exciting early learning environments for children ages 6 weeks through 5 years old. Our preschool center is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and we specialize in creating engaging educational experiences that help young children develop academic, social-emotional, and physical skill. A child’s first social experiences shape their attitude and aptitude for the rest of their lives, so we make sure to fill…
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865 S 51ST ST WDM, IA

19 mi

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We prepare your child for a lifetime of learning! When your child joins us for their early education, you can feel confident that we’re going to make their experience as rich and rewarding as possible. Annual assessments are one way we make sure we’re helping your child meet their academic and social-emotional milestones or make up for interrupted learning. Plus, they give teachers and families focused insight on your child’s strengths and areas for growth.

3700 COTTAGE GROVE AVE DES MOINES, IA

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19 mi

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Thank you for considering our program. Our mission at Grace Preschool is to provide high-quality care and early childhood education in a safe, nurturing play-based environment that will encourage hands-on exploration and problem-solving.
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Tara G. says "Started our son at 2 and they have been so great every since. Really supportive and accommodating to our unique scheduling needs which we like. Everyone at the center I trust, I feel like they are all on the same page and we are in alignment when it comes to care and discipline. They are very forward thinking with the kids and very open to feedback and lifestyles of the families and making children comfortable at school. "
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1300 METRO EAST DR STE 106 PLEASANT HILL, IA

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19 mi

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We provide parents with peace of mind by giving children a biblical education as a Christian daycare in a fun and safe environment that prepares them for kindergarten. We have a fresh new center and a full staff ready to love and care for your children.
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Care Member says "A wonderful daycare for my baby to go to. She’s safe, cared for and prayed over every day!"
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1300 8TH ST WDM, IA

19 mi

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298 58th Ct West Des Moines, IA

20 mi

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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 pm. References available.

4114 ALLISON AVE DES MOINES, IA

20 mi

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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! We offer Project Based Learning curriculum, allowing the children and their interests to lead the way, while also ensuring developmental needs are being met and supported as the children grow! We…
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145 NE Dartmoor Drive Waukee, IA

24 mi

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Little Wonders Child Care and Learning Center is Waukee's Premiere Educational and Care Center offering Sign Language, Spanish, Yoga, and an Extensive Preschool/ Pre-k Educational Curriculum. We offer care for infants to school aged children with a before/after school care program. Call and schedule an appointment for a tour today!!!

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Recent after school program reviews from local parents

After School Programs are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 1 listed after school programs

7264 - La Petite Academy of Des Moines

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.

1701 - Childtime of Des Moines

We love this center. Everyone is so caring and loving. My daughter is always happy to come and she loves her teachers! They love to share…

- Mary G.

Little Miracles Children's Center

I have 5 children thev'ye all been apart of ownership group little miracles is located 35 mins away but i still make the drive because of…

- Jessica G.

FAQs for finding after school programs near you in Indianola, IA

After-school programs near you in Indianola, 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 Indianola, 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 Indianola, 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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