Early Beginnings
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $163
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About
About Early Beginnings
Early Beginnings is a licensed child care center in Van Horne, Iowa. It is licensed by the state.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:45 AM to 5:45 PM.
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 1 rule across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Ask the daycare
- Hours today
- 6:45 AM to 5:45 PM
- Capacity
- Not listed
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:45 AM to 5:45 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:45 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:45 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Thursday | 6:45 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Friday | 6:45 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Early Beginnings has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Benton County has a median price of $163 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
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State record
Inspection reports for Early Beginnings
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Center
- License number
- #24212
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 16, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 2 of 4 visits · 1 rule in all
- 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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See all 5 visits
Mar 16, 2026Inspection1 rule 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.”
- Feb 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 18, 2023Complaint investigationNo rules cited
Feb 13, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
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.”
109.11(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.”
109.12(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.”
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FAQ
Questions about Early Beginnings
Is Early Beginnings licensed?
Yes. Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Early Beginnings last inspected?
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists the most recent visit on March 16, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Early Beginnings had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 1 rule across 2 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 Early Beginnings' hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:45 AM to 5:45 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Early Beginnings cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (319) 228-8808 to ask.
What is Early Beginnings' phone number?
(319) 228-8808.
Where is Early Beginnings?
Van Horne, IA.