La Petite Academy
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $177
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About La Petite Academy
La Petite Academy is a licensed child care center in Ankeny, Iowa. It is licensed by the state.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: 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 11 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- 6 Weeks - 12 Years
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Capacity
- Not listed
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | 6 Weeks - 12 Years |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, full-time care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, summer camp and toddler care |
| Enrichment | Handwriting & Advanced Math, Music, Phonics, Soccer, Spanish, Yoga (additional fee) |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Cameras / live video for parents (live streaming video of the classroom via SproutAbout app) |
| Parent updates | Cameras / live video for parents (live streaming video of the classroom via SproutAbout app) |
| Parent updates | Parent app (SproutAbout) |
| Accreditation | Other accreditation (Iowa Quality Rating System, currently a four-star center) |
Cost
Tuition and costs
La Petite Academy 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).
Infant
Toddler
Preschool
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State record
Inspection reports for La Petite Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Center
- License number
- #27521
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 9, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 4 visits · 11 rules in all
- Background checks 5
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Staff training and qualifications 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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Aug 9, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
109.6(4)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.”
109.9(1)b
“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.”
- Jul 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 15, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
109.6(4)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.”
109.7(2)
“Center directors and all staff have the required contact hours of training.”
109.9(1)b
“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)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.”
Jul 10, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
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.”
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(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.”
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.”
109.9(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.”
Oct 16, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
109.9(3)
“Signed and dated Iowa immunization certificates are on file for each child enrolled.”
109.7(1)
“All staff(within first 3 months of employment)”
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(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.”
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.”
109.9(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.”
- Sep 18, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 12, 2022Inspection9 rules cited
109.9(2)g
“Any child with allergies, a written emergency plan. Copy shall accompany child if they leave the premises.”
109.9(3)
“Signed and dated Iowa immunization certificates are on file for each child enrolled.”
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.”
109.10(15)b
“Emergency instructions, phone numbers, and diagrams for fire, tornado, and flood shall be visibly posted and documented at least once a month for fire and tornado. Records shall be maintained for current and previous year.”
109.10(3)a
“All medications shall be stored in original containers with physician or pharmacist directions. Labels should be intact and stored so they are inaccessible to children and public. Nonprescription medications shall be labeled with the child’s name.”
109.10(1)a
109.11(3)d
“Record of monthly inspections of outdoor recreation area and equipment shall be kept.”
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)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.”
- Sep 7, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 8, 2022Complaint investigationNo rules cited
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Questions about La Petite Academy
Is La Petite Academy licensed?
Yes. Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists it as licensed and operating.
When was La Petite Academy last inspected?
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists the most recent visit on August 9, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has La Petite Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 3 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 La Petite Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does La Petite Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (877) 271-6466 to ask.
What is La Petite Academy's phone number?
(877) 271-6466.
Where is La Petite Academy?
Ankeny, IA.