Ames Christian School
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About Ames Christian School
Ames Christian School is a licensed child care center in Ames, Iowa. It is licensed by the state.
It describes a Faith-based approach, with part-time care, pre-k and preschool.
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Half Day Preschool through Kindergarten to Sixth grade
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Capacity
- Not listed
Hours
Hours
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Half Day Preschool through Kindergarten to Sixth grade |
|---|---|
| Programs | Part-time care, pre-k and preschool |
| Approach | Faith-based (Christ-centered) |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Ames Christian School has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Story County has a median price of $170 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
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State record
Inspection reports for Ames Christian School
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Center
- License number
- #18060
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Nov 6, 2025: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 8 rules in all
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Background checks 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Other rules 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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Nov 6, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
109.7(2)
“Center directors and all staff have the required contact hours of training.”
109.7(1)
“All staff (within first three months of employment): • Iowa’s training for the mandatory reporting of child abuse. • At least one hour of training regarding universal precautions. • Certification in First Aid infant, child, and adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or equivalent certification approved by the Department. A valid certificate indicating the date of training and expiration date shall be maintained. • Certification in infant, child, and adult first aid that uses a nationally recognized curriculum or is received from a nationally recognized training organization including the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, American Safety and Health Institute, or MEDIC First Aid or an equivalent certification approved by the Department. A valid certificate indicating the date of training and expiration date shall be maintained. • Minimum health and safety trainings, (Essentials) approved by the Department. If significant changes occur to content, the Department may require the training be renewed.”
109.6(3)b
“Signed statement indicating they have been informed of responsibilities as mandatory reporters.”
Nov 6, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
109.6(6)c
“Center repeats Iowa record checks at a minimum of every two years or when aware of additional child abuse or criminal history that occurs.”
109.10(1)a
Nov 2, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
109.9(1)b
“All files contain: 1. A signed copy of DHS criminal history record check or any other permission form approved by the Department of public Safety for conducting an Iowa or national criminal history check. 2. A copy of Request for Child Abuse Information. 3. Copies of the results of Iowa records checks conducted. 4. Copies of national criminal history check results. 5. Any Department-issued documents sent to the center related to records check.”
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(3)
“Signed and dated Iowa immunization certificates are on file for each child enrolled.”
Oct 13, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
109.10(3)c
“For ongoing, long term medications, authorization shall be obtained for a period not to exceed the duration of prescription.”
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Questions about Ames Christian School
Is Ames Christian School licensed?
Yes. Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Ames Christian School last inspected?
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists the most recent visit on November 6, 2025, with 3 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Ames Christian School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 3 of 3 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 Ames Christian School's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (515) 233-0772 to confirm.
How much does Ames Christian School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (515) 233-0772 to ask.
What is Ames Christian School's phone number?
(515) 233-0772.
Where is Ames Christian School?
Ames, IA.