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We have 25 part-time daycares in Altoona, IA! Compare and find the best part-time daycare to fit your needs.

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Part-Time Daycares in Altoona, IA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 25 listed part-time daycares

Shandra's ABC Academy

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...

- Cassie S.

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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Ronda's Daycare

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...

- Alyssa F.

Part-Time Daycares Near Altoona, IA

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In Home Daycare

7171 NE 27th Ave Altoona, IA

I am a mother of a very active two year old little boy. I am in In-home childcare provider for infant age and up. My hours are 6:30am to 5:30pm. Breakfast, Lunch and snacks are provided everyday. Daily sheets are given to parents each day with detail structure of the days activities, moods, what we ate, sleep etc. Different...
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We will be offering an excellent program for our newborns and welcome parents of all the children to visit at any time but especially our infant. We will continue through elementary school age children, and we also plan to focus on pre-school activities to help get them ready for kindergarten.

Altoona 8th Street Child Care

907 8th St SW Altoona, IA

State license verified

Our mission is to be a place where your child can learn and grow, while safely exploring the joy of being a child. Our philosophy is for children to feel safe and loved in an environment where both center play and teacher-directed activities are offered. Children are given the opportunity to explore and participate in hands-on...
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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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Hazelnut Learning Academy

1408 Oak Park Avenue Des Moines, IA

Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Montessori
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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 garden and Kid's food garden....
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The Olive Branch

5515 SE 14th Street Des Moines, IA

The Olive Branch Home Daycare has full time openings. We are a husband and wife team that operates a small, smoke free, in-home daycare. I have over 10 years experience in childcare, and my husband has over 8 years experience working with individuals with special needs and disabilities. Certified in CPR, First Aid, Mandatory...
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Wonder Sprouts Daycare, LLC

505 SE SHARON DR Ankeny, IA

Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Small daycare in SE Ankeny for families on a school calendar (no care over breaks). I have a Master's degree in education and know play is the main avenue of learning in early childhood. We have a flexible play-based preschool curriculum with lots of outdoor time and space!
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Grand View Child Development Center

3451 Hubbell Ave Des Moines, IA

Child care
Preschool
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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CREATIVE CENTER FOR YOUNG CHILDREN

1001 PLEASANT ST DES MOINES, IA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
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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Ronda's Daycare

1247 62nd St Des Moines, IA

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 the best care.

Alyssa F. says "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...

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Shawna's Sunshine Daycare

3501 Poplar Dr SW Bondurant, IA

Mother of 2 with a small in home daycare located in Wolf Creek with lots of love and attention for your little one. I have 1 full time and 1 part time opening for ages 12 months plus available starting Aug 19th. I just had my second child and will be on maternity leave until the 19th. All meals included (Breakfast, lunch, and...
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Lara's Daycare

3311 Bowdoin St Des Moines, IA

Hello everyone! My name is Lara and I have a son that is almost a year old. I have 13 years of experience working with children in a variety of settings including 4 years working with the DMPS School District and 7 years in daycare facilities. I have my Child Development Associate Certificate, and I'm CPR Certified. I also...
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Brittney's Childcare

701 Lincoln Street SE Bondurant, IA

I am the proud mama of four kiddos, two are in school full-time and one is in preschool. We are a smoke-free, pet-free home and do not own guns. I earned my undergraduate degree in Social Work and worked in the field with children for 5 years. Specifically, I worked with children as a Behavioral Health Intervention Services...

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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A Little Wild Daycare

5120 Valdez Dr. Des Moines, IA

Welcome to A Little Wild Daycare. Since this will be your child's home away from home, I provide a safe, caring, homelike atmosphere for your child while at the same time providing for their physical, intellectual, emotional, and social development. I am a stay at home mom who has 2 children of my own. I have a daughter who is 2...

Abby's Daycare

3412 Maple St Sw Bondurant, IA

I am open 6:45-5. Iv been doing daycare for almost 5 years now. I am a mom of 3, so have lots of experience with kids and babies, and I am CPR certified! We keep busy during the day doing crafts, story time, outside or inside play. We do have a rest time as well, or nap time depending on the age of your child. I have lots of...

Mill Pond Kids Daycare

6833 Mill Pond Dr Des Moines, IA

I run a small in-home child care home registed with the state. I work with all ages of children. I am cpr certified, mandatory child abuse reporter.and currently working on my child net certification, and QRS rating on my daycare. I work with the USDA food program and on the list for Child Care Resource and Referral. I have...

Robin's Child Care

2742 Cleveland Ave Des Moines, IA

In Home child care center that is affordable during these tough economic times. References are provided.

Roxy's Daycare

3135 Des Moines, IA

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...

Bark Avenue In Home Pet Care

P.O. Box 896 Ankeny, IA

Bark Avenue In-Home Pet Care provides families with the comfort of knowing that their pet is happy and safe in their own home. We will provide your pets with potty visits, and play time visits.

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FAQs for finding part-time daycares near you in Altoona, IA

Part-time daycare is becoming increasingly accessible and popular among working families. The cost of part-time daycare can vary widely depending on location and the type of center you choose.

Deciding on a part-time daycare near you in Altoona, IA can be a daunting but important task. If you need part-time daycare, there are several factors to keep in mind while searching. Start by narrowing down options on Care.com based on location and rate. From there you can read reviews from other families. It is also wise to consider the program's curriculum, staff qualifications, and the ratio of adults to children for a quality environment.

Part-time daycare services near you in Altoona, IA provide care for children during part of the day, typically during parents' work hours. These services typically offer activities focused on early childhood education in areas such as literacy and numeracy. Through combining structured, educational activities with free play, part-time daycares are able to give children experience in both classroom and social settings while they are under adult supervision. Additionally, part-time daycare providers typically partner with parents to tailor program goals and objectives to their needs and those of their child's.

When looking for part-time daycare near you in Altoona, IA, it is important to research a facility's qualifications and credentials. Make sure they have a license and that their staff is certified and experienced in child care. It's also a good idea to ask about the staff-to-child ratio, as part-time daycares should be attentive to the children’s needs while they are there. Before you entrust your children with any part-time daycare, look at references from past customers or even observe how the facility operates firsthand. Finally, investigate if the part-time daycare offers activities for your children such as music, art and outdoor recreation so that your children can remain engaged when having fun outside of their home environment.

Part-time daycare can near you in Altoona, IA can offer many benefits for both families and children alike. To start, they provide child care in a safe, stimulating environment that is supervised by trained professionals. As part-time daycare is not permanent and only used on an as-needed basis, it is often more affordable than full-time daycare, making it much easier for working parents to manage their budgets while still providing quality care for their children. Additionally, part-time daycare offers the flexibility to increase or decrease usage depending on schedules, holidays and other commitments, allowing families to adapt to changing circumstances.

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