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Kids Express Daycare

Sanborn, IA

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About Kids Express Daycare

Kids Express Daycare is a licensed child care center in Sanborn, Iowa. It is licensed by the state.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and infant care. It says it provides meals.

Iowa Department of Health and Human Services made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedAccepts child care subsidy
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Type
Child care center
Ages
6 weeks to 12 years old
Hours today
Closed today
Capacity
Not listed

Hours

Hours

Monday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
Hours it lists: “6 AM to 6 PM”

Programs

Programs and care

Ages6 weeks to 12 years old
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, full-time care, infant care, part-time care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
ApproachPlay-based
EnrichmentRhyme Time, a twice-weekly literacy program for 3-year-olds
Staff-to-child ratioInfant 1:4 caregiver-to-child ratio
StaffCertifications in first aid, CPR, and early childhood education
Daily lifeUSDA food program (CACFP); Meals provided
SafetyOutdoor playground
Assistance it acceptsIowa Child Care Assistance
Languagesbilingual staff
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Cost

Tuition and costs

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State record

Inspection reports for Kids Express Daycare

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Center
License number
#29523
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Summary

4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 17, 2026: 2 rules cited

Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 12 rules in all

  • Health, medication and illness 4
  • Food and nutrition 3
  • Background checks 1
  • Staff training and qualifications 1
  • Building, equipment and play areas 1
  • Other rules 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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  1. Feb 17, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Food and nutrition

      109.13(5)

      “Centers shall ensure that food preparation and storage procedures are consistent with the recommendations of the CACFPs.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      109.12(4)b

      “Each infant and toddler shall be diapered in a sanitary manner as frequently as needed at a central diapering area. Diapering, sanitation, and hand-washing procedures shall be posted and implemented in every diapering area. There shall be at least one changing table for every 15 infants.”
  2. Apr 7, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Food and nutrition

      109.15(5)

      “Food preparation and storage procedures are consistent with NHSPS.”
    • Other rules

      109.10(1)a

  3. Apr 18, 2024Complaint investigationNo rules cited
  4. Feb 19, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
    • Background checks

      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.”
    • 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.”
    • 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.”
    • 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.”
    • Food and nutrition

      109.15(5)a

      “Sufficient refrigeration is provided appropriate to perishable food.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      109.10(8)

      “Children’s hand washing: Center shall ensure staff assist children in personal hygiene. For each infant or child with a disability, a separate cloth for washing and one for rinsing may be used in place of running water. Children’s hands shall be washed: 1. Immediately before eating or participating in food service activity. 2. After using the restroom or being diapered. 3. After handling animals.”
    • Other rules

      109.10(1)a

    • 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.”
  5. Sep 13, 2023Complaint investigationNo rules cited
  6. Jun 15, 2023Complaint investigationNo rules cited
  7. Apr 24, 2023Complaint investigationNo rules cited
  8. Feb 21, 2023Inspection2 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.”
    • Other rules

      109.10(1)a

  9. Sep 9, 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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Is Kids Express Daycare licensed?

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

When was Kids Express Daycare last inspected?

Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists the most recent visit on February 17, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Kids Express Daycare had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 4 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 Kids Express Daycare's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Kids Express Daycare cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (712) 930-5535 to ask.

What is Kids Express Daycare's phone number?

(712) 930-5535.

Where is Kids Express Daycare?

Sanborn, IA.

Sources: Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (license and visits).