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Iowa's Child Early Learning Community

Des Moines, IA3.7· 9 reviews
open each week
6 days
a week, county median
$177

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About Iowa's Child Early Learning Community

Iowa's Child Early Learning Community is a licensed child care center in Des Moines, Iowa. It is licensed by the state.

It is open Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 10:00 PM; Saturday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, infant care and preschool.

Iowa Department of Health and Human Services made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsBefore- and after-school
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants through school age
Hours today
Closed today
Capacity
Not listed

Hours

Hours

Monday5:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Tuesday5:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Wednesday5:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Thursday5:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Friday5:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Saturday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SundayTodayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants through school age
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, infant care, preschool and toddler care
CurriculumCreative Curriculum
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Iowa's Child Early Learning Community 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 Iowa's Child Early Learning Community

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Center
License number
#50547
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Summary

8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 30, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 7 of 8 visits · 9 rules in all

  • Health, medication and illness 3
  • Building, equipment and play areas 2
  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Background checks 2

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 13 visits
  1. Jul 30, 2026Complaint investigationNo rules cited
  2. Jun 13, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      109.11(3)a

    • Health, medication and illness

      109.9(2)d

      “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.”
  3. Apr 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  4. May 20, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      109.7(3)

      “During their first three months of employment, all staff shall receive the following training: • Two hours of Iowa’s training for mandatory reporting of child abuse. • At least one hour of training regarding universal precautions and infectious disease control. • Certification in American Red Cross, American Heart Association, American Safety and Health Institute or MEDIC First Aid infant, child, and adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or equivalent certification approved by the department. A valid certificate indicating the date of training and expiration date shall be maintained. • Certification in infant, child, and adult first aid that uses a nationally recognized curriculum or is received from a nationally recognized training organization including the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, American Safety and Health Institute or MEDIC First Aid or an equivalent certification approved by the department. A valid certificate indicating the date of training and expiration date shall be maintained. • Minimum health and safety trainings, approved by the department.”
    • Background checks

      109.6(6)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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
  5. Apr 9, 2025Complaint investigationNo rules cited
  6. Feb 7, 2025Complaint investigationNo rules cited
  7. May 31, 2024Complaint investigationNo rules cited
  8. Apr 26, 2024Inspection4 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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      109.9(2)c

      “All files contain information regarding the specific health and medical needs of a child including information regarding any prescribed treatment. For school-age programs in the child’s school, all files include a statement signed by the parent that the immunization information is available in the school file.”
    • Background checks

      109.9(1)a

      “All files contain statement signed by staff indicating whether they have a criminal conviction or founded child/dependent adult abuse.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      109.9(1)e

      “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.”
  9. Jun 8, 2023Complaint investigationNo rules cited
  10. May 3, 2023Complaint investigationNo rules cited
Show 3 earlier visits
  1. Apr 27, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      109.10(9)

      “First aid kit: The center shall ensure that a clearly labeled first aid kit that is sufficient to address minor injury or trauma is available and accessible to staff at all times when children are: • In the center. • In the outdoor play area. • On field trips.”
    • 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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Transportation

      109.9(2)f

      “All files contain parent authorization for attendance at center-sponsored field trips and non- center activities. If an inclusive authorization form for activities is used, a copy is kept on file at the center.”
    • 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.”
  2. Nov 16, 2022Complaint investigationNo rules cited
  3. Oct 31, 2022Complaint investigationNo rules cited

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 Iowa's Child Early Learning Community

Is Iowa's Child Early Learning Community licensed?

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

When was Iowa's Child Early Learning Community last inspected?

Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists the most recent visit on July 30, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Iowa's Child Early Learning Community had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 7 of 8 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 Iowa's Child Early Learning Community's hours?

Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 10:00 PM; Saturday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Iowa's Child Early Learning Community cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (515) 282-1729 to ask.

What is Iowa's Child Early Learning Community's phone number?

(515) 282-1729.

Where is Iowa's Child Early Learning Community?

Des Moines, IA.

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