A Child's World
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About A Child's World
A Child's World is a licensed child care center in West Des Moines, Iowa. It is licensed by the state.
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Child care center
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A Child's World has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Polk County has a median price of $177 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
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Inspection reports for A Child's World
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- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Center
- License number
- #37616
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Dec 17, 2025: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 4 visits · 9 rules in all
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Background checks 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
For comparison: 88% of Iowa daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 0.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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Dec 17, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
109.6(4)d
“Center repeats national criminal history checks at a minimum of every four years or when aware of additional history that occurs.”
109.9(2)i
“Preschool (for children five years and younger not enrolled in school): Physical exam report submitted within 30 days of admission, was obtained no more than 12 months prior to admission, is signed by a licensed MD, DO, Chiropractor, PA, or ARNP, and contains health history; present health status including allergies, medications, and acute/chronic conditions; and recommendations for continued care if necessary.”
- Nov 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 21, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
109.9(1)d
“All files contain a pre-employment physical exam report completed within six months prior to hire and at least every three years. Physical exams shall be documented on form 470- 5152, Child Care Provider Physical Examination Report.”
109.9(2)b
“All files contain sufficient information and authorization to allow the center to secure emergency medical and dental services at any time child is in center’s care.”
Nov 16, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
109.9(3)
“Signed and dated Iowa immunization certificates are on file for each child enrolled.”
109.9(2)c
“All files contain information regarding the specific health and medical needs of a child including information regarding any prescribed treatment. For school-age programs in the child’s school, all files include a statement signed by the parent that the immunization information is available in the school file.”
109.9(2)
“All files are updated at least annually and when a change occurs.”
109.9(1)e
“All files contain documentation to indicate that ongoing staff training requirements are met, including current certifications in first aid/CPR and mandatory child abuse training.”
109.11(3)a
“Center shall ensure that: 1. Facility and premises are sanitary, safe, and hazard free. 2. Adequate indoor and outdoor space is provided. The outdoor area shall include safe play equipment and area of shade. 3. Sufficient space provided for dining. 4. Sufficient lighting shall be provided. 5. Sufficient ventilation. 6. Sufficient heating. 7. sufficient cooling. 8. Sufficient bathroom and diapering facilities. 9. Equipment, including kitchen appliances, are maintained so as not to result in burns, shock, or injury to children. 10. Sanitation and safety procedures for the center are developed and implemented to reduce risk or injury or harm to children and reduce transmission of disease.”
Dec 19, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
109.12(4)
“• Sufficient toilet articles are provided for handwashing. • Sufficient and safe indoor play equipment, materials, and furniture that conforms with CPSC or ASTM. • Play equipment, materials, and furniture meet the developmental, activity, and special needs of the children. • Room’s arrangement does not obstruct the direct observation of children. • Individual covered mats, beds, or cots, and appropriate bedding is provided for all children who nap. • Procedures are developed and implemented to maintain equipment and materials in a sanitary manner. • Sufficient spacing is maintained between equipment to reduce transmission of disease and allow ease of movement by children and staff to respond to activities and care needs. • Sanitary procedures are followed for use and storage of personal hygiene articles.”
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Is A Child's World licensed?
Yes. Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists it as licensed and operating.
When was A Child's World last inspected?
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists the most recent visit on December 17, 2025, with 2 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has A Child's World had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 3 of 4 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 88% of Iowa daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 0. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
What are A Child's World's hours?
Its hours are not listed.
Where is A Child's World?
West Des Moines, IA.