Welcome to the Principal Child Development Center! I know that choosing a child care and early education center for your family is one of the most important decisions you will make. At PCDC, your child will be cared for in a safe, warm, and nurturing environment; a place of wonder that encourages learning and growth through purposeful interactions alongside engaging and developmentally appropriate activities.
Our center was designed with families in mind. We seek to form a partnership with you to foster the learning and healthy development of your child. Schedule a tour with us at the bottom of the page to learn about the next steps you can take to join the PCDC family!
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Ashley Jenkins - Center Director
Take a look inside Principal Child Development Center from the comfort of your own home! You’ll see our warm, welcoming environments, enriching classrooms, and inspiring spaces that spark independence, curiosity, and learning.
Your child’s safety and wellness is our top priority. We continue to monitor state and local public health guidelines, look to our medical expert, and use our considerable experience to guide our health and safety practices. Our centers take important steps to ensure the very best for every child, and the Health and Wellness portion of our World at Their Fingertips® curriculum incorporates lessons about these essential topics into every classroom, every day.
Our families come from nearby communities, including Des Moines/West Des Moines, Ankeny, and Waukee. Located downtown near I-235, we're easy to get to for drop-off and pick-up. Join our parent conference calls or visit us today!
Ready to get started? Schedule a meeting with Bright Horizons to get a tour of our center. See our classrooms, ask questions about tuition, openings and our enrollment process. Find out how we’ll help your family thrive!