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In Loving Arms Infant Care

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...

- Amy

Smart Kinder Care Preschool

As a trained early childhood educator myself, it was a challenge to trust anyone else with my son. But I can say Smart Kinder Care is...

- Tricia

Montessori Children's Center

Amela, We are disappointed your employment didn't work out during your probationary period here at MCC. We strive to create a loving...

- Jan

Part-Time Daycares Near Waukee, IA

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Gan Shalom Preschool

33158 Ute Avenue Waukee, IA

Faith based
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
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 group, to share, and to become a...
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Preschool
Child care
WAUKEE HAPPY TIME PRESCHOOL is an educational facility that serves the community of Waukee IAL. It offers an enriching environment and uses child-centered curriculum that foster self-confidence and sense of freedom among children. The school provides balanced learning by integrating recreational activities with academics.
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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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Smart Kinder Care Preschool

8509 Century Drive West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
International
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Our program is designed to help each child individually, to get prepared and confident for Kindergarten! Our program runs Monday-Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm and is designed for 2-5-year old children in a mixed age group. Breakfast, lunch and snack are served daily. The benefits of a 5-day preschool program are that the children...

Tricia says "As a trained early childhood educator myself, it was a challenge to trust anyone else with my son. But I can say Smart Kinder Care is phenomenal. They are...

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Ms. Meg's Munchkins

4017 68th Street Urbandale, IA

Small in-home daycare, providing care for up to five full-time children. Ages 12 months-school aged. Open from 7:30AM-5:30PM Monday-Friday. Flat weekly rates. Age appropriate curriculum and activities. Structured schedules. Healthy meals and snacks. Pet Friendly Knowledgeable in state required trainings. Bachelor's Degree in...
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Clever Connections Childcare

4017 68th Street Urbandale, IA

Clever Connections is a small in-home family childcare that provides exceptional care and supervision to children ages 6 weeks -school age, while ensuring a safe and fun learning environment. We operate full time Monday through Friday from 7:30AM-5:30PM and provide a preschool curriculum that is tailored to each individual child...
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New Horizons Academy

1119 5th St West Des Moines, IA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Cooperative
Faith based
International
+ 3 more
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...
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Megan's Child Care

8912 Longview Drive Johnston, IA

I have immediate openings (looking for full time and year round) for my in-home daycare in the Johnston area near Summit Middle School. Daily activities may include crafts, science experiments, open play, reading, and outdoor play. Learning about counting, colors, shapes and letter sounds are also a part of our day! I live in...
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Kids Room-Child Care

929 9th St West Des Moines, IA

Child care
Kids Room-Child Care has been in the childcare business for over 20 years. They offer Part-time child care & playschool year round. The center believes in giving children a chance to develop socialization skills early in life may be the best gift a parent can give.
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Tina's Tots

1256 NW 92 Nd St Clive, IA

Mother and Daughter Daycare (Clive/West Des Moines). Mother and Daughter Daycare in Clive. My daughter Ashley has joined me in my daycare that I have been running for about 22 years. I have 4 openings right now. So if you are looking for In Home Daycare with extra care and love give us a call. We can set up time to meet and...
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Extraordinary Learners

4018 55th St Des Moines, IA

Extraordinary Learners is a State Registered Category C In Home Child Care program, opened since May 2010! We are Child Net certified and a level 3 on the Quality Rating System. We house up to 14 children at one time. Two providers are present at all times, and we have an assistant who is present during our busiest house to help...
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Honeybee's Family Childcare

4515 Franklin Avenue Des Moines, IA

I have 2 full time openings for children that are 15 months old or older. I have been doing childcare out of my home for over 7 years now and have excellent references. I am married and have two children of my own. My daughter is 8 years old and my son is 7 years old. I currently care for a 2 year old girl, and a 1 year old boy....
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Puddle Jumpers Preschool LLC

4919 Aurora Ave Des Moines, IA

Child care
Puddle Jumpers Preschool LLC is an early childhood education provider that offers learning programs geared for young children. The company is based in Des Moines, Iowa and serves preschoolers three to five years of age. Puddle Jumpers Preschool can accommodate a total of 19 students on a full-time basis.
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The Learning Loft

2955 86th St Urbandale, IA

Preschool
Child care
The Learning Loft in Urbandale, IA provides an upscale environment that includes a unique curriculum for kids. They address the children's developmental needs with daily field trips and theme-based experiences. This child care facility offers semi-structured programs including group times, exploration, reading, motor activities,...
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Montessori Children's Center

8509 Alice Avenue Clive, IA

2.3(3)

State license verified

Montessori Children's Center is a locally owned and run Pre-School and Childcare Center operating in the same location in Clive since 1974. Children discover the world around them through activities, exploration and interaction. We create individual learning programs, stressing self-motivation and self discipline, one...

Jan says "Amela, We are disappointed your employment didn't work out during your probationary period here at MCC. We strive to create a loving environment for our...

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Kindergarten
Child care
Klassic Kids Child Development Center, Inc. is a state-licensed facility that offers child care and learning programs for preschool kids. The company is based in Des Moines, Iowa and is open to children ages six weeks to five years old. Klassic Kids Child Development Center’s facilities can accommodate a total of thirty-four...
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Patty's In-home Child Care

1719 34th St Des Moines, IA

Hi! I'm Patty Hotka and I'm starting an in-home child care this fall of 2016. Opening date is Tuesday, September 6th. We have 3 full time openings for children infant to 5 years. We are located near Beaverdale and across the street from Witmer park. My home is safe, clean, smoke free, and pet free. We love to be outside!...
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Tiny Tots

807 NE Park Grimes, IA

We are high schoolers with experience in taking care of children such as yours who need company while you're away for an afternoon or evening. We work with children between the ages of 1 and 10, we are able to take care of 4 children per babysitter. We bring basic supplies such as coloring books, movies, puzzles and much more....
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FAQs for finding part-time daycares near you in Waukee, 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 Waukee, 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 Waukee, 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 Waukee, 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 Waukee, 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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