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Recent preschool reviews in Iowa City, IA

Dannye's Child Care

5.0

Dannye has cared for my children (now 3 and 5 years old) from the time my oldest was 6 months old. She is like a second mother to my children, and this is a big comfort since I sometimes feel I'm missing out. Dannye has great communication skills, common sense and intelligence, and above all,...

- Laura

Little Angels Learning Center

5.0

Hi, I will give them a 5. They are very attentive to each child and understand the needs of each child. They are all about safety and make sure that the kids are safe at all times and no one can just walk in and out. My son enjoys going there, learns a lot from his teacher and always makes friends....

- Sierra W.

Stepping Stones Pre School

5.0

I sent all three of my kids to Stepping Stones! I've loved the co-op option, so as a parent I can be more involved in the classroom and get to know the other students and parents. It is a wonderful mix of child-led and teacher-led learning, prepping them for kindergarten. They do sign language,...

- Sharon

Preschools in Iowa City, IA

Dannye's Child Care

Dannye's Child Care

745 WESTGATE ST, Iowa City, IA

5.0

(1)

*Dannye's Child Care currently has 1 opening for a child, 18 mos+. Dannye's Child Care is a family-type atmosphere with a limited number of children (normally a maximum of 4) so that I can provide daily outings and personalized activities. Daily outings include library story times at both of our...
5.0
"Dannye has cared for my children (now 3 and 5 years old) from the time my oldest was 6 months old. She is like a second mother to my children, and this is a big comfort since I sometimes feel I'm missing out. Dannye has great communication skills, common sense and...

Laura


Little Angels Learning Center

Little Angels Learning Center

214 E Jefferson St, IOWA CITY, IA

Starting at $1274/mo

5.0

(5)

Our Philosophy: Little Angels Learning Center & Preschool believes that every child is entitled to safe, healthful, loving care, which strengthens family life. We believe that children learn best by doing and being involved, and that a child’s growth and development are best achieved through...
5.0
"Hi, I will give them a 5. They are very attentive to each child and understand the needs of each child. They are all about safety and make sure that the kids are safe at all times and no one can just walk in and out. My son enjoys going there, learns a lot from his...

Sierra W.


Stepping Stones Preschool is an educational facility that serves the community of Iowa City IA. It offers a stimulating environment and provides developmentally appropriate programs that foster holistic development among children age three to five. The school encourages self-confidence,...
5.0
"Everything about my our experience at stepping stones has been wonderful and we will be sad to say good-bye. My daughter enjoyed every aspect of the day and that is tough to find. The teachers are great as well as the classroom, structure, huge gym for the long...

Nic


Cadence Academy Preschool

Cadence Academy Preschool

325 South Dubuque Street, IOWA CITY, IA

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...

University Preschool

University Preschool

212 Myrtle Ave, Iowa City, IA

Focusing on open access to creative materials and providing as many opportunities to play outdoors as possible, this program is perfect for any 3-5 year-olds who are excited to get the paint out, get messy, and build plenty of mud pies with their friends.

La Petite Academy of Iowa City, IA

La Petite Academy of Iowa City, IA

1504 Mall Dr, Iowa City, 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...

Bill Reagan Children's Center

2620 Muscatine Ave, Iowa City, IA

The Arc of Southeast Iowa has been providing services to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families for more than 60 years. Over the last 10 years we have placed a greater focus on providing group based activities for school aged children through weekend groups, after school...

Regina Preschool Day Care

2130 Rochester Ave, Iowa City, IA

Regina Preschool Day Care lays the foundation for lifelong learning. They utilize a comprehensive curriculum developing the children’s minds and bodies through sequenced learning experiences. The curriculum’s lessons link language, early literacy, math, science, technology, and personal development.

Little Angels Learning Center and Preschool

214 E Jefferson St, Iowa City, IA

Little Angels Learning Center and Preschool located in Iowa City, IA is a childcare facility that serves young children from infants through Second Grade. The school utilizes the Creative Curriculum where children learn best through a combination of self-initiated and directed play and exploration.

Weber Before and After School Program

3850 Rohret Rd, Iowa City, IA

Weber Before and After School Program is a licensed center located in Iowa City, Iowa. It is designed to cater to the needs of children from kindergarten up to sixth grade. It offers activities that promote children's self-expression, exploration, and development. It has a maximum capacity of...

Rainbow Day Care Center

407 Melrose Ave, Iowa City, IA

Enhancing large/small motor development, Rainbow Day Care Center in Iowa City, IA develops language acquisition and social skills. They utilize the Creative Curriculum that focuses on helping to learn the fundamentals that the children need for school. This child care organization features a...

ABC Child Care

1 Amber Ln, Iowa City, IA

ABC Child Care in Iowa City, Iowa, is a child care establishment that utilizes the Montessori philosophy and materials in their classroom that self-correct and help the students in developing their five senses. This child care institution helps in promoting independence on the part of the children,...

Alice's Rainbow Child Care Center

421 Melrose Ave, Iowa City, IA

Alice's Rainbow Child Care Center in Iowa City, 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 50 children from infants to preschool.

La Petite Academy Child Care-Iowa City

1504 Mall Drive, Iowa City, IA

La Petite Academy Child Care located in Iowa City, IA has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through experiential opportunity in a variety of age- appropriate contexts from Infants, Toddlers, Twos/Early Preschool, Pre-K/K Prep, Before and After School. The center...

University Preschool

212 Myrtle Ave, Iowa City, IA

University Preschool is a non-profit school providing quality play-based education to children in the community for over 65 years. It offers an age-appropriate and play-based curriculum that help develop creativity, self-expression, independence, as well as social, physical and cognitive skills. The...

Creative World CDC

2717 Northgate Drive, Iowa City, IA

Full or part-time child care. Enriching preschool programming.

Christ The King Christian Preschool

325 Mormon Trek Blvd, Iowa City, IA

Christ The King Christian Preschool in Iowa City, 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 30 children in preschool.

Stepping Stones Preschool

3001 Muscatine Ave, Iowa City, IA

Stepping Stone Preschool offers high quality, affordable preschool education with an emphasis on kindergarten readiness and parent involvement. Stepping Stones is an early childhood education program designed to nurture the development of the whole child. Preschool activities stimulate...

Shimek BASP

1400 Grissel Place, Iowa City, IA

Shimek BASP in Iowa City, 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 80 children in preschool and kindergarten.

University Preschool

212 Myrtle Avenue, Iowa City, IA

Play-based preschool program offering services for children age 3-5. 4 hour program with 2-day, 3-day and 5-day openings. Large fenced-in yard with great play structures and sand box. The perfect start for a young child away from home for the first time.

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Ratings for Iowa City, IA preschools listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Preschools in Iowa City, IA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 39 listed preschools.