Little Charger Early Learning Center
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $164
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About Little Charger Early Learning Center
Little Charger Early Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Guthrie Center, Iowa. It is licensed by the state.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services made 2 visits in the last 3 years and cited 17 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Capacity
- Not listed
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 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 |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Charger Early Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Guthrie County has a median price of $164 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Infant
Center$164
Home daycare$108
Toddler
Center$141
Home daycare$106
Preschool
Center$141
Home daycare$106
School age
Center$113
Home daycare$103
State record
Inspection reports for Little Charger Early Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Center
- License number
- #31551
Summary
2 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Nov 17, 2025: 16 rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 2 visits · 17 rules in all
- Building, equipment and play areas 5
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Background checks 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Food and nutrition 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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Nov 17, 2025Inspection16 rules cited
109.12(4)d
“Safe, washable toys, large enough so they cannot be swallowed and with no removable parts, shall be provided. All hard-surface toys used by children shall be sanitized daily.”
109.12(1)
“• Program structure that uses developmentally appropriate practices and written program of activities planned to the developmental needs of children served. • Program complements but does not duplicate school curriculum. • Schedule of program is posted in a place visible to parents.”
109.9(2)i
“Preschool (for children five years and younger not enrolled in school): Physical exam report submitted within 30 days of admission, was obtained no more than 12 months prior to admission, is signed by a licensed MD, DO, Chiropractor, PA, or ARNP, and contains health history; present health status including allergies, medications, and acute/chronic conditions; and recommendations for continued care if necessary.”
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.”
109.7(2)
“Center directors and all staff have the required contact hours of training.”
109.11(4)b
“Record of monthly inspections of outdoor recreation area and equipment shall be kept.”
109.10(3)
“Infectious disease control: Centers shall establish policies and procedures related to infection disease control and use of universal precautions with handling of bodily fluid. Soiled diapers shall be stored in containers separate from other waste.”
109.13(5)b
“• Sanitary and safe methods in food preparation, serving, and storage sufficient to prevent transmission of disease, infestation, and spoilage are followed. • Staff preparing food that have injuries on hands wear protective gloves. • Staff serving food use clean serving utensils and have clean hands/wear protective gloves.”
109.11(4)b
“Record of monthly inspections of outdoor recreation area and equipment shall be kept.”
109.10(3)
“Infectious disease control: Centers shall establish policies and procedures related to infection disease control and use of universal precautions with handling of bodily fluid. Soiled diapers shall be stored in containers separate from other waste.”
109.13(5)b
“• Sanitary and safe methods in food preparation, serving, and storage sufficient to prevent transmission of disease, infestation, and spoilage are followed. • Staff preparing food that have injuries on hands wear protective gloves. • Staff serving food use clean serving utensils and have clean hands/wear protective gloves.”
109.12(4)d
“Safe, washable toys, large enough so they cannot be swallowed and with no removable parts, shall be provided. All hard-surface toys used by children shall be sanitized daily.”
109.12(1)
“• Program structure that uses developmentally appropriate practices and written program of activities planned to the developmental needs of children served. • Program complements but does not duplicate school curriculum. • Schedule of program is posted in a place visible to parents.”
109.9(2)i
“Preschool (for children five years and younger not enrolled in school): Physical exam report submitted within 30 days of admission, was obtained no more than 12 months prior to admission, is signed by a licensed MD, DO, Chiropractor, PA, or ARNP, and contains health history; present health status including allergies, medications, and acute/chronic conditions; and recommendations for continued care if necessary.”
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.”
109.7(2)
“Center directors and all staff have the required contact hours of training.”
Jun 19, 2024Inspection1 rule 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.”
May 30, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
109.11(3)d
“Record of monthly inspections of outdoor recreation area and equipment shall be kept.”
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.”
109.10(1)a
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.”
109.7(2)
“Center directors and all staff have the required contact hours of training.”
- May 3, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 14, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
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.”
109.8(2)
“Ratio maintained in center as required by age.”
109.7(2)
“Center directors and all staff have the required contact hours of training.”
109.6(6)d
“Center repeats national criminal history checks at a minimum of every four years or when aware of additional history that occurs.”
- Jul 11, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Little Charger Early Learning Center
Is Little Charger Early Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Little Charger Early Learning Center last inspected?
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists the most recent visit on November 17, 2025, with 16 rules cited. It lists 2 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Charger Early Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 17 rules across 2 of 2 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 Little Charger Early Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
Where is Little Charger Early Learning Center?
Guthrie Center, IA.