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Recent preschool reviews in Polk City, IA

As We Grow Childcare & Preschool

5.0

Great Family environment! Nice to see a center that focuses on the children instead of being a large space.

- Matt F

Little Endeavors Inc

5.0

We have been going to Little Endeavors for 7 years. It's a great place for kids to learn and grow. 145/hr is not accurate in this description.

- Laura

First Steps Child Care Center of Grimes

5.0

Best daycare in town. Have used others, glad I finally got a spot here. There is a reason the waiting list is so long.

- Judy

Apple Tree Children's Center

5.0

My preschooler really enjoyed her time at Apple Tree these past several months while I was in school. Everyone was very caring and communicated well. I am very thankful for how excited my daughter was everyday when I picked her up and that she loved being there!

- Kristen T

Preschools in Polk City, IA

Maria's House Christian Daycare

Maria's House Christian Daycare

225 N Cherokee Dr, Polk City, IA

Starting at $150/wk

In home day care opening 6:30am-5:30pm. Hello My name is Lorena the owner Maria's House Christian Daycare, dedicated to loving and learning. I am approved by DHS category A Provider. I will through the Food Program. I support children and families by helping each child to reach their full potential...

As We Grow Childcare & Preschool

As We Grow Childcare & Preschool

10015 NW 61st Ave, Johnston, IA

Starting at $218/wk

5.0

(1)

As We Grow Childcare and Preschool is focused on providing the highest quality of care and education for infants, toddlers and preschool children. While providing a stimulating early learning experience, which promotes each child's individual social, emotional, physical and cognitive development....

Recent review:

5.0
Great Family environment! Nice to see a center that focuses on the children instead of being a large space.

Matt F


Wonder Sprouts Daycare, LLC

505 SE SHARON DR, Ankeny, IA

Starting at $180/wk

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!

Anna's In-home Care

Anna's In-home Care

2087 SW Cascade Falls Dr, Ankeny, IA

Costimate: $182/wk

I am a mom of four 11, 9, 7 and 4. Now that my kids are older and in school I want to start up caring for children again. My passion and love has always been for children. I come from a large family of 4 brothers and 3 sisters. I started doing babysitting jobs at age 11 through high school and...

Little Endeavors Inc

205 Se Oralabor Rd Ste A, Ankeny, IA

Starting at $145/hr

3.4

(5)

Little Endeavors, Inc. in Ankeny, Iowa is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 204 children from infants to school age. Their curriculum seeks to provide a high quality, nurturing, fun and safe learning environment that is appropriate for the child’s overall growth and development.

Recent reviews:

5.0
We have been going to Little Endeavors for 7 years. It's a great place for kids to learn and grow. 145/hr is not accurate in this description.

Laura


First Steps Child Care Center of Grimes

441 Gateway Drive, Grimes, IA

Starting at $25/day

4.2

(5)

First Steps Child Care Center of Grimes in Grimes, 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 127 children from infants to preschool.

Recent reviews:

5.0
Best daycare in town. Have used others, glad I finally got a spot here. There is a reason the waiting list is so long.

Judy


Apple Tree Children's Center

5623 N. W. 86th Street Ste. 100, Johnston, IA

Costimate: $207/wk

5.0

(1)

As parents ourselves, we understand that choosing the best educational child care for your child is one of the hardest decisions you have to make. Quite simply, we believe that Apple Tree is the best preschool for what you want as a parent and what your child needs to grow and thrive. We believe...

Recent review:

5.0
My preschooler really enjoyed her time at Apple Tree these past several months while I was in school. Everyone was very caring and communicated well. I am very thankful for how excited my daughter was everyday when I picked her up and that she loved being there!

Kristen T


Lilypad Learning Center, LLC

620 N Highway 69, Huxley, IA

Starting at $73/wk

Lilypad Learning Center, LLC is an early childhood education provider that offers learning programs for preschool children. The company is based in Huxley, Iowa and is open to children of up to four years old. The company also provides before and after-school care and summer programs geared for...

Creative Kids Learning Center

1535 Se Delaware Ave, Ankeny, IA

Starting at $35/day

Creative Kids Learning Center is located at 1535 SE Delaware Avenue, Ankeny, Iowa and serves infants, toddlers, preschool and school-age children. It is a full-service childcare provider that offers a safe and loving environment while providing a solid educational program. The center is open Mondays...

Puddle Jumpers Preschool, LLC

6204 Country Ridge Ln, Johnston, IA

Costimate: $197/wk

Puddle Jumpers Preschool provides a childcare program in Johnston, Iowa. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They also aim to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. The Puddle Jumpers Preschool is...

Ms. Hollie's Preschool

1118 Timberlane, Huxley, IA

Costimate: $140/wk

Ms. Hollie's Preschool is a locally owned and operated early education facility that offers center-based learning programs for preschool children. Located at 1118 Timberlane, the company serves families residing in the Huxley, IA area. Ms. Hollie's Preschool can accept 20 students who are four years...

Summit After School- Summit Middle School

9500 Windsor Parkway, Johnston, IA

Starting at $20/day


Prep Preschool Ankeny LLC

602 SE Delaware, Ankeny, IA

Costimate: $181/wk

Prep Preschool Ankeny LLC in Ankeny, 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 children in preschool.

The Club House Learning Center

1932 SW Third St, Ankeny, IA

Starting at $100/wk

1.0

(1)


Preschool at The Ridge

825 NW 36th St, Ankeny, IA

Costimate: $182/wk

Preschool at The Ridge in Ankeny, 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 55 children in preschool.

Discovery World Preschool

914 Nw Ash Dr, Ankeny, IA

Costimate: $180/wk

Discovery World Preschool is a child care facility located at 914 NW Ash Dr. Ankeny, IA. They offer services for children from 3 to 5 years of age. They provide experiences to children that are meaningful and will nurture their unique and individual development through a variety of learning centers...

Small Discoveries Holy Trinity Preschool

517 SW Des Moines St, Ankeny, IA

Costimate: $181/wk

Small Discoveries Holy Trinity Preschool in Ankeny, IA offers educational programs in a stimulating, friendly, and caring environment. They provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences that foster the children's intellectual, social, physical, and emotional development. This child care...

Cottontail

7297 Nw Fisher Ln, Ankeny, IA

Costimate: $176/wk

Cottontail Creek Montessori School is a child care facility located at 13515 Brandywine Rd. Brandywine, MD. They offer services for children from infants up to 5 years of age. Their curriculum is designed to encourage development through practical life & sensorial activities, language, math,...

North Ridge School Age Child Care

400 NW 27th Street, Grimes, IA

Starting at $125/wk


Ankeny Christian Childcare

2506 Sw 3rd St, Ankeny, IA

Starting at $44/day

Ankeny Christian Child Care & Preschool is an educational childcare facility located in Ankeny, Iowa that caters to children ages three to four years old. It offers care and education from Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. The school provides a safe and nurturing Christian environment that...

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