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Licensed Daycare in Pilot Mound, Iowa

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

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Licensed Centers
1
Programs
$910/mo
Iowa avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Pilot Mound listings updated May 2026 from official Iowa records.

Daycare in Pilot Mound: what parents should know

Pilot Mound has 1 licensed childcare provider in our directory, with Head Start the most common type (about 100% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Iowa license at indexing time, sourced from Iowa Department of Health and Human Services — Child Care Bureau.

Combined, Pilot Mound's licensed centers hold about 16 licensed seats — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.

Pilot Mound childcare by the numbers

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Licensed providers
16
Licensed child seats
1+
ZIP codes covered

Childcare costs in Pilot Mound

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

ZIP codes covered

Program types in Pilot Mound

Largest licensed centers in Pilot Mound

By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.

All Pilot Mound licensed centers

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Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Pilot Mound, Iowa?
Our directory lists 1 licensed childcare centers in Pilot Mound, 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 Pilot Mound?
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 Pilot Mound 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 Pilot Mound typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Pilot Mound?
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 Pilot Mound 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.

Where to get childcare help in Pilot Mound

Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.

Local CCR&R agency

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1-800-424-2246 · Find yours
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Head Start (free)

Free early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.

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State subsidy

Iowa Child Care Assistance (CCA) can cover most of your childcare cost by income.

(800) 972-2017 · How to apply
Quality ratings

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How this data is sourced. Listings for Pilot Mound, Iowa are compiled from official Iowa Department of Health and Human Services — Child Care Bureau licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · May 2026 · methodology

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