Licensed Daycare in Collins, Iowa

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Collins?

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 Collins 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 Collins typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Collins?

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 .

2 licensed daycares in Collins, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Iowa licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$910/mo

Iowa avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Collins

ChildCare Aware reports the Iowa average full-time cost at $910/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Collins 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: 47 kids

ZIP codes covered

50055 2

Program types in Collins

Family Daycare

1 centers

Before & After School Care

1 centers

All Collins licensed centers

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D Family Daycare

Des Moines KinderCare #33

Collins

School Age (5+) Cap 75

W Before/After School

Waukee Little Scholars #9

Collins

School Age (5+) Cap 20

Pick a provider above to see the full profile, including current license status, age range served, and phone number.

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Collins, Iowa?

Our directory lists 2 licensed childcare centers in Collins, 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 Collins?

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 Collins 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 Collins typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Collins?

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 Collins 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.