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CAPITOL PARK EARLY LEARNING CENTER

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...

- Jessica M.

7262 - La Petite Academy of Ankeny

My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the...

- Carla C.

1701 - Childtime of Des Moines

We love this center. Everyone is so caring and loving. My daughter is always happy to come and she loves her teachers! They love to share...

- Mary G.

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Adventure-Life Preschool

1700 8th St SW Altoona, IA

Preschool
Child care
Adventure-Life Preschool in Altoona, 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 71 children in preschool.
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Children Of Christ Preschool

600 1st Ave N Altoona, IA

Preschool
Child care
Children Of Christ Preschool in Altoona, 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 Church-based Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 22 children in preschool.
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Judith Ann Little Day Care

710 5th St Se Altoona, IA

Child care
Judith Ann Little Day Care in Altoona, Iowa, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children from infant to school age that provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's program aims to develop the whole child and...
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Little Angels Daycare

1425 Alderwood Dr Altoona, IA

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.
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Altoona 8th Street Child Care

907 8th St SW Altoona, IA

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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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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7262 - La Petite Academy of Ankeny

929 E 1ST ST ANKENY, IA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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1701 - Childtime of Des Moines

610 CENTER ST DES MOINES, IA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all...

Mary G. says "We love this center. Everyone is so caring and loving. My daughter is always happy to come and she loves her teachers! They love to share activities and...

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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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Shining Bright Learning Center

1300 METRO EAST DR STE 106 PLEASANT HILL, IA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
Day Care
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We provide parents with peace of mind by giving children a biblical education as a Christian daycare in a fun and safe environment that prepares them for kindergarten. We have a fresh new center and a full staff ready to love and care for your children.

Care Member says "A wonderful daycare for my baby to go to. She’s safe, cared for and prayed over every day!"

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Generation Next Child Development Center & Preschool Bondurant , IA

94 Paine Circle SE BONDURANT, IA

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
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About Generation Next Child Development Center & Preschool in Bondurant, IA At Generation Next Bondurant, we are proud to provide families with a nurturing, community-centered environment where children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn. Serving children ages 6 weeks to 10 years, our programs spark curiosity, encourage...
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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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Generation Next Child Development Center and Preschool - Prairie Trail

1715 SW Plaza Parkway ANKENY, IA

State license verified

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Day Care
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About Generation Next Child Development Center & Preschool in Ankeny, IA At Generation Next Ankeny, we provide families with a safe, joyful, and developmentally rich environment where children can thrive. Serving children from 6 weeks through 5 years, our programs combine nurturing care, hands-on learning, and proven curriculum...
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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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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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La Petite Academy of Ankeny, IA

929 E 1st St Ankeny, IA

What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...
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Childtime of Des Moines

610 Center Street Des Moines, IA

1.0(2)
Child care
At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all...
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Hazelnut Learning Academy

1408 Oak Park Avenue Des Moines, IA

Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
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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Wonder Sprouts Daycare, LLC

505 SE SHARON DR Ankeny, IA

Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
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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Bethany Preschool

720 NE 52nd Avenue Des Moines, IA

5.0(2)
Academic
Faith based
Preschool
Our mission at Bethany Reformed Church is to Prepare children for school and life, while sharing God's love which we have been doing since 1984. Our preschool provides a ministry to all preschool aged children. Within a Christian atmosphere, the preschool provides hands on activities to prepare children for kindergarten,...

Jill M says "We love Bethany Preschool. The teachers have always been so caring and welcoming. My children always look forward to the days they get to go to preschool. I...

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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Altoona, IA

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Altoona, IA. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Altoona, IA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Altoona, IA, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Altoona, IA.

When looking for a preschool near you in Altoona, IA on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Altoona, IA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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