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Amazing Panda Learning Center

5.0

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 children. In under 2 years, my child has not only learned life/motor skills, letter recognition and sounds, shapes, colors, numbers, animals, the...

- Maria J

Wonder Years Academy

5.0

Lala is the best director I have ever had for my children. My oldest went here for awhile then i switched now my younger to go here. I will say this is the only daycare center I will trust with my kids and Lala is very involved in the daycare center and is always there during drop-off and pick up...

- McKenna L

Little Rascals Daycare

5.0

Lori was my son's before/after school care provider from 5th grade until he was able to drive himself to and from school! He had plenty of kids to spend time with of different ages. Lori has homework time, play time, snack time. It is great that she can get the kids to their after-school and...

- Ruth L

Lena's Childcare Service

5.0

Lena always takes great care of our kids. Her house is clean and she is very organized. She loves to do fun educational activities too! She also lives in a nice neighborhood which is great for playing out side or walks.

- Brittany J

Luz' Day Care

5.0

The absolute best!! My little one is so loved and well cared for. I cannot imagine having her anywhere else!

- Dona A

Before school programs in Waukee, IA

Little Wonders Child Care and Learning Center

145 NE Dartmoor Drive, Waukee, IA

Costimate: $188/wk

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...

Gan Shalom Preschool

Gan Shalom Preschool

33158 Ute Avenue, Waukee, IA

Costimate: $188/wk

Gan Shalom is a community-inspired preschool program nestled in 47 acres of rolling hills, just West of Des Moines, Iowa Gan Shalom accepts children starting at age 2. Gan Shalom offers half-day and full-day sessions. Daily activities in small group settings teach children how to be part of a...

Amazing Panda Learning Center

Amazing Panda Learning Center

2550 73rd St., Urbandale, IA

Starting at $185/wk

3.7

(3)

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...
5.0
"Awesome Daycare Center, with experienced professionals! Neat and clean! The owner Diane Koger takes pride in making sure your children are safe and welcomed!"

Cheries D


Happy Faces Child Care

Happy Faces Child Care

1737 17th Street, West Des Moines, IA

Starting at $150/wk

Hello! UPDATE 11/26/2023: Looking to fill three spots in our daycare! We offer a loving, clean, safe, bilingual and educational environment for your child to grow, learn and play. We are a non-smoking home. Feel free to email me or call/text for more information! Hola! Tengo 3 espacios...

Vesna Child Care

4016 79th Street, Urbandale, IA

Costimate: $176/wk


Sara Loving Child Care

4205 Van Buren Dr, West Des Moines, IA

Costimate: $197/wk

I stay at home with my 16 month daughter. I know what it means, looking for an honest home to keep your kids. My place is that long searching home you have been looking to keep your baby. Here, child respect and safety is my priority. I am a certified child care giver. Completed my child and...

Bittorf chile Care

Bittorf chile Care

8655 Bridgewood Blvd, West Des Moines, IA

Costimate: $197/wk

I m a 25 year old stay at home mom. I love kids. I have two cats so please be aware in case of allergies. I cook healthy meals and snacks. I am willing to take on 2-3 kids. My husband travels for work during the week therefore I am looking to stay extra busy during the week!

New Horizon Academy - West Des Moines

9040 University Avenue, West Des Moines, IA

Costimate: $196/wk

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...

New Horizons Academy

New Horizons Academy

1119 5th St, West Des Moines, IA

Costimate: $163/wk

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...

Wonder Years Academy

3838 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA

Starting at $26/day

5.0

(1)

Wonder Years Academy is a childcare and educational facility located at 3838 Martin Luther King Jr Parkway, Des Moines, Iowa. The school is open Mondays through Fridays, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children in a safe and stimulating environment from 5:30 AM to 6:30 PM.
5.0
"Lala is the best director I have ever had for my children. My oldest went here for awhile then i switched now my younger to go here. I will say this is the only daycare center I will trust with my kids and Lala is very involved in the daycare center and is always...

McKenna L


First Assembly of God

2725 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA

Starting at $160/wk

First Assembly of God is a child care facility in Des Moines that is licensed by the state of Iowa to handle a maximum of 242 children. The center offers a Christian-based curriculum focusing on children’s overall growth that includes their spiritual development. The company services infants up to...

New Horizon Academy - Johnston (coming soon)

8650 NW 62nd Avenue, Johnston, IA

Costimate: $251/wk

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...

Montessori Children's House

1505 42nd St, West Des Moines, IA

Costimate: $185/wk

The Montessori Children's House provides a childcare program for in West 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 using the...

100 ACRE WOODS CHILD CARE CENTER

805 Guthrie St, De Soto, IA

Costimate: $170/wk

The 100 Acre Woods Child Care Center provides a childcare program in De Soto, 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 100 Acre Woods...

Childserve Childcare Center

5609 Greendale Rd, Johnston, IA

Costimate: $207/wk

Located in Johnston, Iowa, ChildServe Childcare Center offers childcare and early education programs for infants, toddlers, and preschool age children. It uses the Creative Curriculum that holds the belief that children learn best by doing. It involves developmentally appropriate programs that...

Little Rascals Daycare

2724 Tuberose Ct., Pleasanton, CA

Starting at $35/day

5.0

(1)

My name is Lori, and I have been doing daycare for over 20 years. I currently watch K-5 grade children before and after school, on holidays and summer months. I am open 7 a.m-8 a.m., before school, and 2-6 p.m., after school, providing transportation to and from school and extracurricular activities...
5.0
"Lori was my son's before/after school care provider from 5th grade until he was able to drive himself to and from school! He had plenty of kids to spend time with of different ages. Lori has homework time, play time, snack time. It is great that she can get the...

Ruth L


Lena's Childcare Service

Lena's Childcare Service

11577 Basswood Ave NW, Uniontown, OH

Starting at $30/day

5.0

(1)

Childcare / Before and After School Care For years I was a working mother of two and know the struggle of trying to find a caring, safe and educational environment for my kids while also being affordable. I have two children of my own (ages 6 and 8), am CPR certified, love children and am great...
5.0
"Lena always takes great care of our kids. Her house is clean and she is very organized. She loves to do fun educational activities too! She also lives in a nice neighborhood which is great for playing out side or walks."

Brittany J


Luz' Day Care

Luz' Day Care

13112 Pickering Dr., Germantown, MD

Starting at $300/wk

5.0

(3)

Family daycare provider with over 20 years of experience. I take care of children 0- 12 in my home full time and before and after school. I will get them potty trained and ready for preschool or kindergarten, daily activities include outdoor place.
5.0
"she is very good teacher, the children love her."

Teffany


Appletree Childcare

Appletree Childcare

54 Pine Kill Rd, Westbrookville, NY

Costimate: $142/wk

5.0

(3)

Childcare for infant - school age. Pre-k curriculum, before and after school care, school closings. Family daycare licensing in process however I also work as a preschool teacher and can provide federal background check and fingerprint clearance.
5.0
"Appletree is a vibrant, clean, fun space for your child. Dorene provides excellent early care and education support. Dorene also goes above and beyond to ensure children's safety."

Marissa


Memory Daycare Center

Memory Daycare Center

8 KOPERNIK BLVD, Amsterdam, NY

Starting at $190/wk

5.0

(1)

Fully licensed daycare center. Accepting infants, 6 weeks- 12 years of age. Before and after school care and summer care offered as well. DSS childcare assistance accepted as form of payment. Open 5AM until 6 Pm.
5.0
"Clean facility, awesome caregivers!"

Alice S


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