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Licensed Daycare in La Motte, Iowa

Q: What's the average daycare cost in La Motte?

Statewide averages in Iowa run roughly $910/month for infants and $720/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

Q: What staff-to-child ratios apply in La Motte daycares?

All licensed Iowa centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:12 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in La Motte typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in La Motte?

Iowa families can apply for Iowa Child Care Assistance (CCA) (intake: (800) 972-2017). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

Each provider on this page is verified through the state's public child care licensing search. Cost figures are city-wide averages from CCAA reporting.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$910/mo

Iowa avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in La Motte

ChildCare Aware reports the Iowa average full-time cost at $910/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in La Motte vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.

The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. Iowa families may also qualify for Iowa Child Care Assistance (CCA) (intake: (800) 972-2017).

Full Iowa licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Iowa Department of Health and Human Services — Child Care Bureau
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:6
Preschool ratio: 1:12
Avg capacity: 59 kids

ZIP codes covered

52054 1

Program types in La Motte

Infant & Toddler Center

1 centers

All La Motte licensed centers

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W Infant Care

West Des Moines Creative Kids #6

La Motte

Preschool (2-5) Cap 59

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in La Motte, Iowa?

Our directory lists 1 licensed childcare centers in La Motte, Iowa, sourced from Iowa Department of Health and Human Services — Child Care Bureau. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

What's the average daycare cost in La Motte?

Statewide averages in Iowa run roughly $910/month for infants and $720/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

What staff-to-child ratios apply in La Motte daycares?

All licensed Iowa centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:12 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in La Motte typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in La Motte?

Iowa families can apply for Iowa Child Care Assistance (CCA) (intake: (800) 972-2017). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.

How do I verify a La Motte daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Iowa Department of Health and Human Services — Child Care Bureau search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.