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Recent daycare reviews in Grimes, IA

First Steps Child Care Center of Grimes

5.0

Best daycare in town. Have used others, glad I finally got a spot here. There is a reason the waiting list is so long.

- Judy

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

Dragon Tots

5.0

Nothing but great things to say about Dragon Tots! The environment is very structured and geared toward learning through play. They sing songs, do art, practice colors/numbers/letters/etc. in both English and Spanish and which has helped create a seamless transition into school (our son's teachers...

- Megan C

Ronda's Daycare

5.0

Ronda had watched my daughter for 2 years now, and my daughter absolutely adores her. She is very flexible with our schedule and cares for her like her own. It makes me feel so much better knowing my daughter loves going to daycare even when I have to work long hours.

- Alyssa F

As We Grow Childcare & Preschool

5.0

Great Family environment! Nice to see a center that focuses on the children instead of being a large space.

- Matt F

Daycares in Grimes, IA

First Steps Child Care Center of Grimes

441 Gateway Drive, Grimes, IA

Starting at $25/day

4.2

(5)

First Steps Child Care Center of Grimes in Grimes, 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 127 children from infants to preschool.
5.0
"Best daycare in town. Have used others, glad I finally got a spot here. There is a reason the waiting list is so long."

Judy


Imagine Learning Center

300 SW 1st St, Grimes, IA

Costimate: $148/wk

It is the objective of Imagine Learning Center to care for the emotional, physical, social, developmental, and cognitive well-being of each child in its care. This objective is met by providing a stable, caring environment, and quality, age appropriate curriculum which recognizes each child s right...

Teri Ann's Daycare LLC

409 Sw Maplewood Dr, Grimes, IA

Costimate: $148/wk

Teri Ann's Daycare LLC offers childcare services in the community of Grimes IA. It provides age-appropriate programs that foster holistic development among children. The center encourages the academic, social, and physical development of students in a warm, loving, and nurturing environment.

North Ridge School Age Child Care

400 NW 27th Street, Grimes, IA

Starting at $125/wk


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


Dragon Tots

Dragon Tots

1728 17th St, West Des Moines, IA

Starting at $175/wk

5.0

(2)

Registered provider located in a quiet neighborhood in West Des Moines. Will have openings for kids from 6 wks. to 5 yr. Our hours are from 7am to 5:30pm, Monday thru Friday. We offer a loving, clean, safe, bilingual and educational environment for your child to grow, learn and play. We are a...
5.0
"Nothing but great things to say about Dragon Tots! The environment is very structured and geared toward learning through play. They sing songs, do art, practice colors/numbers/letters/etc. in both English and Spanish and which has helped create a seamless...

Megan C


Ronda's Daycare

1247 62nd St, Des Moines, IA

Costimate: $171/wk

5.0

(3)

I have watched children in my home forever but now they are all in school. I need to find more children to fill the empty spots and to help people to not have to pay center prices. I love spending time with the children and watching them learn thru play. Every child is special and deserves to have...
5.0
"Ronda had watched my daughter for 2 years now, and my daughter absolutely adores her. She is very flexible with our schedule and cares for her like her own. It makes me feel so much better knowing my daughter loves going to daycare even when I have to work long...

Alyssa F


As We Grow Childcare & Preschool

As We Grow Childcare & Preschool

10015 NW 61st Ave, Johnston, IA

Starting at $218/wk

5.0

(1)

As We Grow Childcare and Preschool is focused on providing the highest quality of care and education for infants, toddlers and preschool children. While providing a stimulating early learning experience, which promotes each child's individual social, emotional, physical and cognitive development....
5.0
"Great Family environment! Nice to see a center that focuses on the children instead of being a large space."

Matt F


In Loving Arms Infant Care

In Loving Arms Infant Care

1528 18th St, West Des Moines, IA

Starting at $180/wk

5.0

(2)

I specialize in infant care and I currently am looking for new infants starting now. I offer personalized infant care in my home in a very relaxed and safe environment. I am very friendly, outgoing, bubbly, honest, trusting, and reliable. I have 3 children of my own. (13,11, and 7). In addition to...
5.0
"We recommend Hailee Olsasky as your childcare provider. She has cared for our daughter, Aela, since January 2014. It is clear to us that Aela is happy to be there every day at pickup. Hailee is friendly, caring and dependable. It is easy to discuss the needs or...

Hailee O


Alphabet Academy

Alphabet Academy

6355 Beechtree Drive, West Des Moines, IA

Starting at $194/wk

3.0

(4)

Alphabet Academy is a child care center and preschool inspired by the work of Dr. Maria Montessori. Alphabet Academy is designed with you in mind, parents who desire a unique and high-quality care and preschool experience nestled in a warm and inviting environment for their children ages 6 weeks to...
5.0
"Loving, nurturing, fun environment. Everyone from the administration to the teachers love the kids and do what's best for them. Our 4 and 2 year old children have thrived there"

Lucy F


West Des Moines Child Care Center

West Des Moines Child Care Center

1721 25th St. Suite 200, West Des Moines, IA

Costimate: $185/wk

3.0

(5)

4.0
"We and our child love the staff. They treat our little guy as if he was their own. They are very attentive to everything we have to say :)"

Nicole


Maria's House Christian Daycare

Maria's House Christian Daycare

225 N Cherokee Dr, Polk City, IA

Starting at $150/wk

In home day care opening 6:30am-5:30pm. Hello My name is Lorena the owner Maria's House Christian Daycare, dedicated to loving and learning. I am approved by DHS category A Provider. I will through the Food Program. I support children and families by helping each child to reach their full potential...

Anne C's Child Care

298 58th Ct, West Des Moines, IA

Costimate: $193/wk

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...

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...

Hazelnut Learning Academy

Hazelnut Learning Academy

1408 Oak Park Avenue, Des Moines, IA

Costimate: $162/wk

At Hazelnut Learning Academy, we are focused on developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills. We offer high-quality education for preschool children both academically and holistically. STEM is built into all of our activities. Kids will learn about nature first hand in our butterfly...

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...

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...

DSM First Child Development Center

2725 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA

Costimate: $176/wk

The Child Development Center is dedicated to providing a safe and secure environment where kids can learn, develop social skills, make friends, and have fun. Our Child Development Center is one of the largest, single-owned centers in the state of Iowa with a licensing capacity of 242 children....

Vesna Child Care

4016 79th Street, Urbandale, IA

Costimate: $176/wk


Anna's In-home Care

Anna's In-home Care

2087 SW Cascade Falls Dr, Ankeny, IA

Costimate: $182/wk

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...

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Average Rating4.0 / 5

Daycares in Grimes, IA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed daycares.