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Cadence Academy Preschool - Ankeny

Ankeny, IA4.8· 64 reviews
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$177

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About Cadence Academy Preschool - Ankeny

Cadence Academy Preschool - Ankeny is a licensed child care center in Ankeny, Iowa. It is licensed by the state.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Bilingual / immersion, Faith-based and Montessori approach, with infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care.

Iowa Department of Health and Human Services made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsMontessoriPreschool / pre-KFaith-basedNAEYC accreditedBilingual program
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Type
Child care center
Ages
6 weeks - 5 years
Hours today
7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Capacity
Not listed

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
Hours it lists: “Monday - Friday 7:00am - 5:30pm”

Programs

Programs and care

Ages6 weeks - 5 years
ProgramsInfant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care
ApproachBilingual / immersion, Faith-based, Montessori
CurriculumAscend Curriculum
EnrichmentCadence KickStart™ Soccer; Kids Café Preschool Cooking Program
StaffTeacher with Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education
AccreditationNAEYC accredited, Other accreditation (Iowa’s QRS 5-star rating (highest rating a preschool center can earn))
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Cadence Academy Preschool - Ankeny 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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Polk County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$177
Home daycare$119

Toddler

Center$153
Home daycare$117

Preschool

Center$153
Home daycare$117

School age

Center$122
Home daycare$113

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Cadence Academy Preschool - Ankeny

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Center
License number
#28339
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Summary

3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Nov 3, 2025: 3 rules cited

Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 6 rules in all

  • Building, equipment and play areas 3
  • Background checks 2
  • 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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  1. Nov 3, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Background checks

      109.9(1)b

      “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.”
    • Background checks

      109.6(4)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.”
    • Discipline and child guidance

      109.6(3)b

      “Signed statement indicating they have been informed of responsibilities as mandatory reporters.”
  2. Nov 7, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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.”
  3. Nov 30, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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.”
  4. Nov 18, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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.”

Copied from Iowa Department of Health and Human Services on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Nov 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Questions about Cadence Academy Preschool - Ankeny

Is Cadence Academy Preschool - Ankeny licensed?

Yes. Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists it as licensed and operating.

When was Cadence Academy Preschool - Ankeny last inspected?

Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists the most recent visit on November 3, 2025, with 3 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Cadence Academy Preschool - Ankeny had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 6 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 Cadence Academy Preschool - Ankeny's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Cadence Academy Preschool - Ankeny cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (515) 989-6842 to ask.

What is Cadence Academy Preschool - Ankeny's phone number?

(515) 989-6842.

Where is Cadence Academy Preschool - Ankeny?

Ankeny, IA.

Sources: Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).