First English Christian Preschool
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About First English Christian Preschool
First English Christian Preschool is a licensed child care center in Spencer, Iowa. It is licensed by the state.
It describes a Faith-based approach, with before-school care, full-time care, part-time care and preschool.
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
- 3 to 5 year-old
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Capacity
- Not listed
Hours
Hours
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | 3 to 5 year-old |
|---|---|
| Programs | Before-school care, full-time care, part-time care and preschool |
| Approach | Faith-based (First English Lutheran Church) |
| Curriculum | Creative Curriculum |
| Transportation | Transportation (busing after classes to the YMCA or other select daycares) |
Cost
Tuition and costs
First English Christian Preschool has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Clay County has a median price of $156 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
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Preschool
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State record
Inspection reports for First English Christian Preschool
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Center
- License number
- #30278
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 30, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 7 rules in all
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Background checks 2
- Staff training and qualifications 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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Sep 30, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
109.11(4)a
“Center must have safe outdoor program area adjacent to the center, with sufficient square footage to accommodate at least 30 percent of the enrollment capacity at any one time at 75 spear feet per child. Outdoor space must: • Be free from litter and unsafe materials and free from contamination by the drainage or ponding of sewage or storm water. • Include safe play equipment and an area of shade. • Include fencing to protect from bodies of water or vehicular traffic.”
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.”
Sep 29, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
109.9(1)a
“All files contain: 1. Copy of a department criminal history record check form or any other permission form approved by Department of Public Safety for conducting an Iowa or national criminal history record check 2. Copy of a request for child abuse information form, when applicable. 3. Copies of results of Iowa record checks conducted through the SING for review by the department upon request. 4. Copies of national criminal history check results. 5. Any department issued documents sent to the center related to a record check, regardless of findings.”
109.11(4)a
“Center must have safe outdoor program area adjacent to the center, with sufficient square footage to accommodate at least 30 percent of the enrollment capacity at any one time at 75 spear feet per child. Outdoor space must: • Be free from litter and unsafe materials and free from contamination by the drainage or ponding of sewage or storm water. • Include safe play equipment and an area of shade. • Include fencing to protect from bodies of water or vehicular traffic.”
109.11(3)a
Sep 26, 2024Inspection2 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.”
109.11(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.”
Sep 27, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
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(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.”
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Questions about First English Christian Preschool
Is First English Christian Preschool licensed?
Yes. Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists it as licensed and operating.
When was First English Christian Preschool last inspected?
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists the most recent visit on September 30, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has First English Christian 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 First English Christian Preschool's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (712) 262-3699 to confirm.
How much does First English Christian Preschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (712) 262-3699 to ask.
What is First English Christian Preschool's phone number?
(712) 262-3699.
Where is First English Christian Preschool?
Spencer, IA.