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Preschools in Waukee, IA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed preschools

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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4907 - Everbrook Academy of Urbandale

Our family has had a wonderful experience at Everbrook for the last three years! The staff go above and beyond to develop relationships with...

- Kayla S.

TRADITIONS CHILDREN'S CENTER V - WHITE OAK LANE

A Wonderful, Caring Environment for Our Child We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Traditions Children’s Center V. From day one,...

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TRADITIONS CHILDREN'S CENTER VI - UNIVERSITY

1195 SE UNIVERSITY WAUKEE, IA

4.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$1200/mo
Academic
Day Care
Child care
Preschool
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,...

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...

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New Creations Child Care & Learning Center

831 Ne Venture Drive Waukee, IA

New Creations offers a safe, developmentally appropriate, and faith-based learning environment for infants through school age children. We create stimulating, educational, and learning experiences that promote each child's social/emotional, physical, and cognitive development. Our fully accredited curriculum is...
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Gan Shalom Preschool

33158 Ute Avenue Waukee, IA

Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Outdoor/nature
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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WAUKEE HAPPY TIME PRESCHOOL

650 Ashworth Dr Waukee, IA

Child care
Preschool
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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Little Wonders Child Care and Learning Center

145 NE Dartmoor Dr Waukee, IA

Little Wonders Child Care and Learning Center located in Waukee, IA is a licensed Child Care and Preschool facility that specializes in children ages six weeks to twelve years old. The center offers comprehensive Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, Prekindergarten, and School-Age programs including Spanish, Sign Language, and Yoga...
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Little Wonders Child Care and Learning Center

145 NE Dartmoor Drive Waukee, IA

State license verified

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...
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1st Steps Childcare Center

95 Laurel St Waukee, IA

Child care
First Steps Child Care Center in Waukee, Iowa is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 121 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.
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West Side Kids Inc (Waukee)

255 NE Dartmoor Drive Waukee, IA

Preschool
West Side Kids, Inc. is a childcare provider that serves the community of Waukee IA. It offers a nurturing environment and provides age-appropriate programs for children ages six weeks to ten years old. The center provides complete developmental programs for 148 children and operates from Mondays through Fridays, 6:00 AM to 6:00...
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4907 - Everbrook Academy of Urbandale

15200 MEREDITH DR URBANDALE, IA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Welcome to a place filled with warmth and light, smiles and laughter, fun and fitness, love and learning. Our school offers an engaging, nurturing environment for every child, during the most critical early years, starting in infancy. By adhering to high standards, we help mold inquisitive, confident kids, who are socially,...

Kayla S. says "Our family has had a wonderful experience at Everbrook for the last three years! The staff go above and beyond to develop relationships with children and...

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TRADITIONS CHILDREN'S CENTER V - WHITE OAK LANE

9809 WHITE OAK LANE JOHNSTON, IA

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$1164/mo
Academic
Day Care
Child care
Preschool
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,...

Care Member says " A Wonderful, Caring Environment for Our Child We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Traditions Children’s Center V. From day one, the staff...

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LITTLE FRIENDS OF LIVING FAITH ELC

2180 NW 142ND ST CLIVE, IA

5.0(6)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Academic
Day Care
Child care
+ 1 more
At Little Friends Early Learning Center, we believe every child deserves a place where they are known, loved, and encouraged to grow. Our Christ-centered preschool provides a warm, nurturing environment where children build a strong academic foundation, develop meaningful friendships, and discover God's love through everyday...

Care Member says "All of our kids have attended Little Friends year-round preschool. The teachers and staff are excellent. The kids have developed both academic and...

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TRADITIONS CHILDREN'S CENTER IV - 156TH STREET

2555 NW 156TH STREET CLIVE, IA

4.0(7)

State license verified

starting at
$1160/mo
Academic
Day Care
Child care
Preschool
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,...

Care Member says "The staff are amazing. They treat the kids like family. Very compassionate! "

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Primrose School of West Des Moines

8080 Coachlight Drive WEST DES MOINES, IA

5.0(8)

State license verified

starting at
$1919/mo
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Day Care
Child care
+ 1 more
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...

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...

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UNIVERSITY KIDS LLC

111 DESOTO RD VAN METER, IA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
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,...
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KIDS COMPANY OF CLIVE

1306 NW 138TH ST CLIVE, IA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1000/mo
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
Come join Kids Company - FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED - serving the Waukee, Clive and surrounding communities SINCE 1985. When you walk in the door, it will feel like home. We provide a caring, loving environment - along with a structured, educational curriculum that prepares every child for the next step of Kindergarten! We would...

Lisa V. says "we have 3 kiddoes in, been there since November. They are very engaged. They have a centers time where they rotate from room to room where they kids get...

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Primrose School of Urbandale

12001 Hickman Rd URBANDALE, IA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Primrose School of Urbandale offers early education and child care for children from 6 weeks through pre-K in a safe, supportive environment. For families searching daycare in Urbandale Iowa, our Balanced Learning® curriculum blends purposeful play with caring teacher guidance to help children grow academically, socially, and...

Care Member says "We have loved our time here at Primrose! My daughter attended their Pre-K program and was well equipped with the knowledge she needed going into...

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A CHILD'S WORLD

475 68TH ST WDM, IA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1400/mo
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Day Care
Child care
+ 1 more
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...

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...

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Smart Kinder Care Preschool

8509 Century Drive West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
International
Cooperative
Academic
+ 1 more
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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As We Grow Childcare & Preschool

10015 NW 61st Ave Johnston, IA

5.0(1)
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
+ 1 more
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. As children grow, we want them...

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

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Kiddie Academy of Urbandale

14101 DOUGLAS PKWY URBANDALE, IA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
Preschool
Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early...

Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls....

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There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Waukee, 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 Waukee, IA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Waukee, 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 Waukee, IA.
When looking for a preschool near you in Waukee, 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 Waukee, IA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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