Where Learning Begins with Care

Professional early childhood support that builds confidence, curiosity, and strong foundations.

About The Website
We are a daycare center committed to providing a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn, play, and grow with confidence. Our mission is to support every child’s social, emotional, and early learning development through consistent routines and purposeful activities. With caring educators, age-appropriate classrooms, and clear communication with families, we deliver dependable care you can trust.

Full-Day Childcare

Reliable, safe full-day care with consistent routines, meals/snacks guidance, rest time, and engaging play. Open from 6am-6pm Monday through Friday.

Infant & Toddler Care

Nurturing care for our youngest learners with responsive caregiving, age-appropriate sensory activities, and individualized feeding and nap schedules. Our team partners with families to support early milestones and secure attachments in a calm, supervised environment.

Before & After-School Care

Support for school-age children with supervised drop-off and pick-up windows, homework support, and enriching activities such as arts, STEM challenges, and outdoor recreation. Ideal for working families seeking consistent care beyond the school day.

Tina

Director

Mother of 4 and been a resident in Durant for about 30 years.

Michelle O

On-site Supervisor and Infant Room Instrctor

Has worked here for 4 years. Lives in Wilton.

Linda

Cook

Has been here 4 years. She is dedicated to making sure our kids are getting a balanced meal.

Alex

Cracker Box instructor

Loves being with the older kids. Loves Sonic the Hedgehog and Veggie tales.

Lauren

3/4-year-old instructor

She is a mother of a 5-year-old daughter. Lives in Wilton

Jalen

2-year-old Instructor

Jalen is our newest employee who loves working with the kids.

Hadley

Assistant

Hadley is a fresh graduate looking forward to starting her future.

Khloe

Assistant

Khloe is still a high school student who likes working with kids.

Gracie

Assistant

Gracie has a history of working with kids of all ages.

  • 108 5th Avenue, Durant, IA, USA

Kristi Hager recommends Durant Children’s Group. June 11 at 2:12 PM · My daughter is enrolled in the infant room, and she loves the staff, as well as the education and enrichment activities. I appreciate that she is safe, cared for, well-fed (Wish they could make lunch for me too!), and learning. The Brightwheel app is so nice to have. I know how things are going each day; staff update on her feeds, diapering, and naps, so I have a heads-up if something might be off or a concern. That's really nice if the staff member who noticed something isn't on shift at pick-up to say something directly. The staff have been very willing to adapt with my crazy work schedule impacting her drop-off/pick-up times. I was very nervous to enroll her in daycare, as a first time mom... but this facility is wonderful!

Courtney Davis recommends Durant Children’s Group. June 10 at 5:29 PM · My son has been going to Campus for Kids since he was 10 weeks old. He has made many friends and had some amazing teachers! He’s learned a lot, gets plenty of indoor and outdoor playtime, and gets home cooked meals by Linda Paulsen daily! We love the concept of a childcare center due to the curriculum, and the consistent, reliable “always there” care. The way the classrooms are set up for the different age groups really helps them to grow, learn, develop, and play. I would recommend Campus/Crackerbox to anyone looking for care!