Child Care Centers, Family Child Care & Preschools in Clive, IA

Clive, Iowa is served by 15 state-licensed child care providers. Use the care-type sections below to compare licensing, inspections, ratios, and program details.

Care type in Clive	Providers
Child Care Centers	7	View directory
Family Child Care Homes	5	View directory
Group Child Care Homes	0	—
Preschools	3	View directory
Head Start Programs	0	—
School-Age Programs	0	—
Child Care Providers	0	—

Child Care Centers in Clive

7 licensed child care centerss are listed in Clive. No quality rating is published for these listings; confirm licensing, hours, ages served, and costs directly with the provider. Open a profile to see services, contact details, and location.

Child Care Center Beyond the Bell-Shuler Elementary Clive, IA 50325 Child Care Center Hickman Kindercare Clive, IA 50325 Child Care Center Kids Company of Clive Clive, IA 50325 Child Care Center Kids West-Crestview Elementary Clive, IA 50325 Child Care Center Little Friends of Living Faith Clive, IA 50325 Child Care Center Seeds of Faith Early Learning Center Clive, IA 50325 Child Care Center Traditions Children's Center IV Clive, IA 50325

Family Child Care Homes in Clive

5 licensed family child care homess are listed in Clive. No quality rating is published for these listings; confirm licensing, hours, ages served, and costs directly with the provider. Open a profile to see services, contact details, and location.

Family Child Care Home Brittany Randall Clive, IA 50325 Family Child Care Home Dorothy Dayway Clive, IA 50325 Family Child Care Home Esther Davies Clive, IA 50325 Family Child Care Home Hayli Irvin Clive, IA 50325 Family Child Care Home Manya Petty Clive, IA 50325

Preschools in Clive

3 licensed preschoolss are listed in Clive. No quality rating is published for these listings; confirm licensing, hours, ages served, and costs directly with the provider. Open a profile to see services, contact details, and location.

Preschool Cadence Academy Preschool - Clive Clive, IA 50325 Preschool Happy Hearts Montessori Daycare and Preschool Clive, IA 50325 Preschool Step Ahead Child Care & Preschool Clive, IA 50325

ZIP codes in Clive

ZIP 50325Care providers

How to pick care in Clive

Treat any single record as a starting point, not a verdict. Child care quality lives in the details: staff-to-child ratios, caregiver training and turnover, how the space is kept, and whether the program's schedule and approach fit your family's needs.

When you are choosing care in Clive, IA, visit in person if you can, ask about current openings and waitlists, and get tuition, hours, and holiday schedules in writing. Also ask how the program handles sick days, late pickups, and concerns that come up during the day.

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Frequently asked questions

How many care facilities does Clive, IA have?

Based on current licensing data, Clive is home to 15 state-licensed providers: 7 child care centers, 5 family child care homes, and 3 preschools.

How do Clive facilities score on average quality ratings?

State licensing agencies publish quality ratings for some providers. Open individual facility pages in Clive to view ratings where available.

Is child care in Clive licensed?

Not every provider in this directory is licensed; state-licensed listings are. Licensing rules and costs vary by setting, so confirm licensing status and costs with the provider and at ChildCare.gov before deciding.

Data sources

Data source: ChildCare.gov state licensing resources and Head Start Service Locations (HHS/ACF). Data as of 2026-10-07. This page is informational and is not professional advice.

Required disclosures

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