Building Blocks Academy
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $166
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About Building Blocks Academy
Building Blocks Academy is a licensed child care center in Woodbine, Iowa. It is licensed by the state.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Montessori approach, with infant care and toddler care.
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- 6 weeks up to 4 years old
- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Capacity
- Not listed
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | 6 weeks up to 4 years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care and toddler care |
| Approach | Montessori |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Building Blocks Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Harrison County has a median price of $166 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
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Preschool
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State record
Inspection reports for Building Blocks Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Center
- License number
- #51295
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 7, 2026: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 9 rules in all
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Safety and hazards 1
- Background checks 1
- Discipline and child guidance 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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Jan 7, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
109.9(2)d
“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.”
109.7(2)
“Center directors and all staff have the required contact hours of training.”
109.10(13)b
“Emergency instructions, phone numbers, and diagrams for fire, tornado, and flood shall be visibly posted and documented at least once a month for fire and tornado. Records shall be maintained for current and previous year.”
109.11(3)a
Jan 29, 2025Inspection2 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)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.”
Feb 20, 2024Inspection3 rules 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.”
109.12(1)
“• Program structure that uses developmentally appropriate practices and written program of activities planned to the developmental needs of children served. • Program complements but does not duplicate school curriculum. • Schedule of program is posted in a place visible to parents.”
109.12(5)b
“• Infants diapered in a sanitary manner as needed in central diapering area. • One changing table for every 15 infants/toddlers needing diaper changes. • Diapering, sanitation, and handwashing procedures posted and implemented in central diapering area.”
Jan 10, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
109.11(3)d
“Record of monthly inspections of outdoor recreation area and equipment shall be kept.”
109.10(15)b
“Emergency instructions, phone numbers, and diagrams for fire, tornado, and flood shall be visibly posted and documented at least once a month for fire and tornado. Records shall be maintained for current and previous year.”
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Questions about Building Blocks Academy
Is Building Blocks Academy licensed?
Yes. Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Building Blocks Academy last inspected?
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists the most recent visit on January 7, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Building Blocks Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 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 Building Blocks Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Building Blocks Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (712) 647-3525 to ask.
What is Building Blocks Academy's phone number?
(712) 647-3525.
Where is Building Blocks Academy?
Woodbine, IA.