As We Grow Childcare and Preschool
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $177
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About As We Grow Childcare and Preschool
As We Grow Childcare and Preschool is a licensed child care center in Johnston, Iowa. It is licensed by the state.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, preschool and toddler care.
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- 6 weeks through Preschool
- Hours today
- 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM
- Capacity
- Not listed
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | 6 weeks through Preschool |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, preschool and toddler care |
| Staff-to-child ratio | Infants 1:4 |
| Daily life | Potty training: Teachers work with Potty Training, consistent with at-home training |
Cost
Tuition and costs
As We Grow Childcare and Preschool 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).
Infant
Toddler
Preschool
School age
State record
Inspection reports for As We Grow Childcare and Preschool
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Center
- License number
- #49802
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 16, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 7 rules in all
- Staff training and qualifications 5
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Background checks 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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Jun 16, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
109.9(1)c
“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.”
109.7(2)
“Center directors and all staff have the required contact hours of training.”
Jun 18, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
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.”
109.9(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.”
109.7(2)
“Center directors and all staff have the required contact hours of training.”
Jun 18, 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.”
109.9(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.”
Aug 8, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
109.6(6)d
“Center repeats national criminal history checks at a minimum of every four years or when aware of additional history that occurs.”
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.”
Jul 20, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
109.6(6)d
“Center repeats national criminal history checks at a minimum of every four years or when aware of additional history that occurs.”
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.”
109.11(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.”
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.”
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)a
“All files contain statement signed by staff indicating whether they have a criminal conviction or founded child/dependent adult abuse.”
- Jun 14, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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Questions about As We Grow Childcare and Preschool
Is As We Grow Childcare and Preschool licensed?
Yes. Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists it as licensed and operating.
When was As We Grow Childcare and Preschool last inspected?
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists the most recent visit on June 16, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has As We Grow Childcare and Preschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 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 As We Grow Childcare and Preschool's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does As We Grow Childcare and Preschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (515) 414-6458 to ask.
What is As We Grow Childcare and Preschool's phone number?
(515) 414-6458.
Where is As We Grow Childcare and Preschool?
Johnston, IA.