Generation Next - West Des Moines
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $177
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About
About Generation Next - West Des Moines
Generation Next - West Des Moines is a licensed child care center in West Des Moines, Iowa. It is licensed by the state.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Bilingual / immersion, Faith-based, Montessori, Play-based and STEM / STEAM approach, with infant care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp. It says it provides meals.
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services made 3 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
- 6 weeks to 5 years
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Capacity
- Not listed
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | 6 weeks to 5 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Bilingual / immersion, Faith-based, Montessori, Play-based, STEM / STEAM |
| Curriculum | Read It Once Again® |
| Enrichment | Cadence KickStart™ Soccer |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| More | Founded Fall of 2015 |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Generation Next - West Des Moines 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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Toddler
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State record
Inspection reports for Generation Next - West Des Moines
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Center
- License number
- #52960
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 3, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 2 of 3 visits · 1 rule in all
- 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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Aug 3, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
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 19, 2025Complaint investigationNo rules cited
- Feb 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
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Questions about Generation Next - West Des Moines
Is Generation Next - West Des Moines licensed?
Yes. Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Generation Next - West Des Moines last inspected?
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists the most recent visit on August 3, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Generation Next - West Des Moines had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 1 rule across 2 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 Generation Next - West Des Moines' hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Generation Next - West Des Moines cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (515) 644-0064 to ask.
What is Generation Next - West Des Moines' phone number?
(515) 644-0064.
Where is Generation Next - West Des Moines?
West Des Moines, IA.