Families First Child Care and Learning Center
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $159
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About
About Families First Child Care and Learning Center
Families First Child Care and Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Waverly, Iowa. It is licensed by the state.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based 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 no rules in those visits. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- 6 weeks old to 12 years
- 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 old to 12 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based (Christian) |
| Staff-to-child ratio | Infants Teacher/Child Ratio = 1:4 (Age Range = 6 weeks- 9 months) |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Families First Child Care and Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Bremer County has a median price of $159 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Infant
Toddler
Preschool
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State record
Inspection reports for Families First Child Care and Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Center
- License number
- #51155
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 20, 2026: no rules cited
No rules cited on any of 3 visits
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
- Jul 20, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 12, 2023Inspection5 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(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.”
109.12(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.”
109.10(1)a
- Feb 24, 2023Complaint investigationNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Families First Child Care and Learning Center
Is Families First Child Care and Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Families First Child Care and Learning Center last inspected?
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists the most recent visit on July 20, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Families First Child Care and Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
No. Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists no cited rules in its 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 Families First Child Care and Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Families First Child Care and Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (319) 559-2450 to ask.
What is Families First Child Care and Learning Center's phone number?
(319) 559-2450.
Where is Families First Child Care and Learning Center?
Waverly, IA.