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1.Primrose School of West Des Moines

8080 Coachlight Drive WEST DES MOINES, IA

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18 mi

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Primrose School of West Des Moines provides warm, reliable early education and care for children from 6 weeks through age 9. If you’re looking for daycare West Des Moines families trust, our Balanced Learning® approach combines purposeful play with nurturing guidance—supporting children academically, socially, and emotionally at every stage. Conveniently located on Coachlight Drive near Jordan Creek, we’re an easy choice for families searching for a West Des Moines preschool or care close to…
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Care Member says "We absolutely love Primrose! The staff is caring, attentive, and truly invested in our child’s growth. Their communication is excellent, the environment is clean and engaging, and our child is excited to go every day. We feel so lucky to have fun such a wonderful place!"
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713 SCHOOL AVE NORWALK, IA

20 mi

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Cadence Academy has partnered with the Norwalk Community School District to offer an on-site Before and After School Care program at both Oviatt, Orchard Hills and Lakewood Elementary Schools. Our program is organized to promote a club-like atmosphere and offers kids a variety of carefully planned activities including arts and crafts, music and culture, reading, writing, drama, athletics, and cooking. Children enjoy the freedom to choose the projects that interest them, which provides them a…
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475 68TH ST WDM, IA

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20 mi

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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 nearby elementary schools, a variety of programs, and a summer camp option, A Child’s World aims to support families and empower young minds through play, exploration, and…
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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 helpful and available. The kitchen was amazing about accommodating our kids’ dietary needs. All the staff were friendly, and our kids loved the friends they made and their relationships with the teachers. We appreciated the big gym, two playgrounds, monthly learning themes, and special visitors."
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1195 SE UNIVERSITY WAUKEE, IA

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20 mi

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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, Johnston, Urbandale, Waukee, and West Des Moines, offer before and after school care and transportation to more than 30 schools. Classes go on a variety of field trips to…
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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 age group and the directors are outstanding with parent communications! "
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111 DESOTO RD VAN METER, IA

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13 mi

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University Kids is a licensed childcare center and preschool serving children 6 weeks of age up to preschool aged children.  We understand this is your child’s home away from home and I will try to provide a safe, caring, homelike atmosphere for your children while at the same time providing for their physical, intellectual, emotional and social development. We offer a complete curriculum starting with our infants and continuing through our preschool program.  The curriculum includes, but…
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865 S 51ST ST WDM, IA

19 mi

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We prepare your child for a lifetime of learning! When your child joins us for their early education, you can feel confident that we’re going to make their experience as rich and rewarding as possible. Annual assessments are one way we make sure we’re helping your child meet their academic and social-emotional milestones or make up for interrupted learning. Plus, they give teachers and families focused insight on your child’s strengths and areas for growth.
At Alphabet Academy, our program focuses on learning for life. Working with the sensitive periods Montessori observed and identified in children birth to 6 years of age, our environment is designed to harness opportunities which naturally present themselves and influence your child’s development. During each sensitive period, your child is inherently motivated to intensely focus on a particular aspect of their environment without ceasing – absorbing experiences like a sponge. It is through…

730 MAIN ST NORWALK, IA

20 mi

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​​“Lil’ Hands Big Dreams offers a unique child care setting where your child can play, learn and grow in a fun, caring and family oriented environment!”
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298 58th Ct West Des Moines, IA

20 mi

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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 pm. References available.

6820 ASHWORTH RD WDM, IA

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We believe that at daycare kiddos should feel as comfortable as they would at home, like an extended version of their family is with them all day. That is exactly our philosophy! Siblings remain connected, friendships that last way past their Blessings years are made and the level of love and comfort your little one finds with us can only be provided with a play led learning, loving environment. We believe that when you allow kids to learn from other kids and not only from us as adults, they…
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Jordan O. says " My daughter has been at Blessings for 5 months and I could not be happier with our experience thus far. Gina, the director, is absolutely phenomenal. She genuinely cares about each and every child, and makes us feel like Blessings is a second home for our little one. The entire staff at Blessings always greets us with a smile and genuine excitement to play and teach the kids every day. The facility is always clean, organized, and full of fun activities for every age group. On…
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145 NE Dartmoor Drive Waukee, IA

20 mi

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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 schedule an appointment for a tour today!!!

1119 5th St West Des Moines, IA

21 mi

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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 a strong believer in in the importance of education in the kids future. AlRazi Academy is committed to providing students with high quality academic and character…
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1203 Hartford Ave Des Moines, IA

25 mi

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A step above traditional day care organizations, Bidwell Riverside Child Development Center provides loving care and full-day programs for children ages two through five years old. In fact, we earned a Level 5 on the Iowa Quality Rating System for early childhood education the highest score possible! We also offer financial help and guidance, including help with applying for a child care subsidy. And our convenient hours and south side location are great for working parents. We invite you…
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Primrose School of West Des Moines

We absolutely love Primrose! The staff is caring, attentive, and truly invested in our child’s growth. Their communication is excellent,…

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A CHILD'S WORLD

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…

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TRADITIONS CHILDREN'S CENTER VI - UNIVERSITY

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…

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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Winterset, IA

Pre-k programs in Winterset, IA offer an opportunity to introduce your child to school activities, develop social skills, and foster an enthusiasm for learning. Early exposure to education, including math, science, and language arts provides pre-k students with important foundations for the rest of their academic career. Pre-k also teaches kids important life skills such as sharing and caring for others and independence from home. Many parents find pre-k essential to developing the necessary skills to succeed in a classroom setting!

We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in Winterset, IA, as well as reviewing pre-k curriculum at your top choices to make sure it meets your child's needs. You should be prepared to ask questions around the staff's qualifications, safety standards, extracurricular activities and hours of operation, and of course, tuition costs.

Many parents believe pre-k is an important step for young learners, teaching them essential education and social skills. The pre-k curriculum near you in Winterset, IA typically includes activities such as creative expression, physical development, emergent reading and pre-math/counting lessons. Socially, students are encouraged to practice problem solving and to develop positive relationships with their peers. All pre-k classes provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences tailored to each age level of young children, and each center will have their own approach. Be sure to ask for any specific subjects or fundamentals you have in mind!

Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in Winterset, IA programs begin teaching basic math, writing and language arts skills. On top of this, pre-k teachers also use social and emotional experiences to ensure the students are well-prepared to enter school and develop their interpersonal skills. How a pre-k approaches these areas will vary, but you can count on a well-rounded approach to learning and development with these tenents in mind.

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