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Infant Daycares in Johnston, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 55 listed infant daycares

TRADITIONS CHILDREN'S CENTER V - WHITE OAK LANE

A Wonderful, Caring Environment for Our Child We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Traditions Children’s Center V. From day one,...

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As We Grow Childcare & Preschool

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

- Matt F.

Primrose School of Urbandale

We have loved our time here at Primrose! My daughter attended their Pre-K program and was well equipped with the knowledge she needed going...

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TRADITIONS CHILDREN'S CENTER V - WHITE OAK LANE's Photo

TRADITIONS CHILDREN'S CENTER V - WHITE OAK LANE

9809 WHITE OAK LANE JOHNSTON, IA

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$1164/mo
Academic
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
At Traditions Children’s Center, we offer comprehensive childcare including infant care, a full preschool programs, before and after school care, and summer programs. Our centers value teamwork, kindness, empowerment, gratitude, and accountability, striving to set your children up for success. Our centers, located in Clive,...

Care Member says " A Wonderful, Caring Environment for Our Child We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Traditions Children’s Center V. From day one, the staff...

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As We Grow Childcare & Preschool

10015 NW 61st Ave Johnston, IA

5.0(1)
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
+ 1 more
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. As children grow, we want them...

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

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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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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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Preschool
Child care
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 promote Arts, Mathematics,...
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Primrose School of Urbandale

12001 Hickman Rd URBANDALE, IA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Primrose School of Urbandale offers early education and child care for children from 6 weeks through pre-K in a safe, supportive environment. For families searching daycare in Urbandale Iowa, our Balanced Learning® curriculum blends purposeful play with caring teacher guidance to help children grow academically, socially, and...

Care Member says "We have loved our time here at Primrose! My daughter attended their Pre-K program and was well equipped with the knowledge she needed going into...

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TRADITIONS CHILDREN'S CENTER VI - UNIVERSITY

1195 SE UNIVERSITY WAUKEE, IA

4.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$1200/mo
Academic
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
At Traditions Children’s Center, we offer comprehensive childcare including infant care, a full preschool programs, before and after school care, and summer programs. Our centers value teamwork, kindness, empowerment, gratitude, and accountability, striving to set your children up for success. Our centers, located in Clive,...

Care Member says "We started all 3 of our kids at Traditions in Waukee when they were 14 weeks old and they all still attend! The teachers have been amazing with each...

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CAPITOL PARK EARLY LEARNING CENTER

800 E 12TH ST DES MOINES, IA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1032/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
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...

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...

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In Loving Arms Infant Care

1528 18th St West Des Moines, IA

5.0(2)
In-Home daycare
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 them I have over 15 years of...

Amy says "For this age group it is so important to have a nurturing environment. Infants need to be touched and held which is not the case in a commercial daycare...

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A CHILD'S WORLD

475 68TH ST WDM, IA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$760/mo
Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
+ 1 more
Nestled in the heart of West Des Moines, A Child's World at Jordan Creek has been a trusted provider of childcare services since 2005. Serving the Des Moines, Windsor Heights, and surrounding areas, we offer a nurturing environment for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children. With transportation services to...

Care Member says "We had a great five years at A Child’s World! The teachers were wonderful and our kids learned so much. The directors and office staff were always...

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TRADITIONS CHILDREN'S CENTER IV - 156TH STREET

2555 NW 156TH STREET CLIVE, IA

4.0(7)

State license verified

starting at
$1160/mo
Academic
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
At Traditions Children’s Center, we offer comprehensive childcare including infant care, a full preschool programs, before and after school care, and summer programs. Our centers value teamwork, kindness, empowerment, gratitude, and accountability, striving to set your children up for success. Our centers, located in Clive,...

Care Member says "The staff are amazing. They treat the kids like family. Very compassionate! "

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CLIVE CHILDREN'S CENTER II - 81ST ST

1445 NW 81ST ST CLIVE, IA

State license verified

starting at
$996/mo
Academic
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
At Traditions Children’s Center, we offer comprehensive childcare including infant care, a full preschool programs, before and after school care, and summer programs. Our centers value teamwork, kindness, empowerment, gratitude, and accountability, striving to set your children up for success. Our centers, located in Clive,...
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Cadence Academy Preschool

5859 ASHWORTH RD WDM, IA

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
Cadence Academy Preschool, Ashworth in West Des Moines is proud to play a role in our local community by educating young minds and providing enriching educational experiences for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. We offer stimulating daycare and preschool programs for ages 6 weeks to 5 years old and before and after school...
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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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New Creations offers a safe, developmentally appropriate, and faith-based learning environment for infants through school age children. We create stimulating, educational, and learning experiences that promote each child's social/emotional, physical, and cognitive development. Our fully accredited curriculum is written in...
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Eastside Child Development

4106 E 24th St Des Moines, IA

- Loving, home like environment. - Preschool Program - Large, fenced yard - Cloth diaper and breastfed babies welcome - 4 star rating on Quality Rating Scale
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Cadence Academy Preschool

14300 HICKMAN RD CLIVE, IA

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-kindergarteners all have a special place at our preschool and we love working with the families of Clive and Waukee to provide children the very best daycare and early educational experiences. Previously known locally as Apple Tree Children’s Center, the preschool center at Cadence...
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Generation Next Child Development Center & Preschool Urbandale , IA

4401 114th Street URBANDALE, IA

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
About Generation Next Child Development Center & Preschool in Urbandale, IA At Generation Next Urbandale, we are committed to nurturing the whole child through a secure, joyful, and rich environment. Located in the heart of Urbandale, Iowa, our early learning center serves children ages 6 weeks to 5 years, helping them grow...
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Amazing Panda Learning Center

2550 73rd St. Urbandale, IA

Special needs
Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
+ 1 more
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...
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Cadence Academy Preschool

225 E 1ST ST ANKENY, IA

State license verified

Day Care
Child 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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Infant daycare in Johnston, IA provides a safe and structured environment designed specifically for newborns and babies. Benefits can include consistent daily routines, early social interaction, and exposure to age-appropriate activities that support cognitive and emotional development. Many parents also value the peace of mind that comes from knowing their child is cared for by trained professionals.

Choosing the right infant daycare in Johnston, IA involves evaluating factors such as staff experience, caregiver-to-infant ratios, cleanliness, safety practices, and daily routines. Many families schedule tours to observe how caregivers interact with infants, ask about feeding and nap schedules, and ensure the environment aligns with their expectations and parenting style.

To find infant daycare in Johnston, IA, many families browse local listings and compare daycare centers based on location, reviews, availability, and program details. Reviewing multiple options and contacting providers directly can help you better understand their approach to infant care and determine which center is the best fit.

The cost of infant daycare in Johnston, IA as of April, 2026 can vary depending on the center, hours of care, and level of service provided. Infant care is often more expensive than care for older children due to lower caregiver-to-child ratios and the level of attention required. Families often compare multiple centers to find an option that fits their budget and schedule.

When evaluating infant daycare in Johnston, IA, parents often look for a clean and safe environment, experienced caregivers, and clear policies around feeding, sleep, and communication. It’s also important to observe how staff interact with infants and whether the center provides a nurturing and responsive environment that supports early development.

Many families in Johnston, IA begin searching for infant daycare several months in advance, especially in areas where availability is limited. Starting early can give you more options, allow time for tours and comparisons, and help ensure you secure a spot that aligns with your preferred schedule.

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