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Licensed Daycare in New Providence, Iowa

Q: What's the average daycare cost in New Providence?

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 New Providence 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 New Providence typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in New Providence?

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 .

This directory mirrors the state's child care licensing records. Click any provider for the full profile, age groups served, and current license status.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$910/mo

Iowa avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in New Providence

ChildCare Aware reports the Iowa average full-time cost at $910/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in New Providence 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: 64 kids

ZIP codes covered

50206 1

Program types in New Providence

Infant & Toddler Center

1 centers

All New Providence licensed centers

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D Infant Care

Des Moines Precious Moments #126

New Providence

Preschool (2-5) Cap 64

Open a listing for the full state-registry record — capacity, age range, contact info, and license issue date.

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in New Providence, Iowa?

Our directory lists 1 licensed childcare centers in New Providence, 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 New Providence?

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 New Providence 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 New Providence typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in New Providence?

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 New Providence 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.