New Horizon Academy - Des Moines
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $177
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About New Horizon Academy - Des Moines
New Horizon Academy - Des Moines is a licensed child care center in Des Moines, Iowa. It is licensed by the state.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a STEM / STEAM approach, with full-time care, infant care, part-time care and pre-k. It says it provides meals.
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 15 rules across 5 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 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 |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | 6 Weeks to 5 Years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Full-time care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | STEM / STEAM |
| Staff-to-child ratio | Infant 1:4; Ones 1:4; Twos 1:6; Preschool 1:8; Pre-k 1:12 |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Assistance it accepts | Childcare assistance programs (e.g., Childcare Aware) |
| Accreditation | NAEYC accredited |
| More | Founded 2018 (this location) |
Cost
Tuition and costs
New Horizon Academy - 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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State record
Inspection reports for New Horizon Academy - Des Moines
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Center
- License number
- #50178
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Nov 19, 2025: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 6 visits · 15 rules in all
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Background checks 4
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Records and paperwork 2
- 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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- Nov 19, 2025Complaint investigationNo rules cited
Oct 8, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
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.”
109.7(2)
“Center directors and all staff have the required contact hours of training.”
109.7(1)
“All staff (within first three months of employment): • Iowa’s training for the mandatory reporting of child abuse. • At least one hour of training regarding universal precautions. • Certification in 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, (Essentials) approved by the Department. If significant changes occur to content, the Department may require the training be renewed.”
109.6(4)d
“Center repeats national criminal history checks at a minimum of every four years or when aware of additional history that occurs.”
Oct 8, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
109.10(1)a
109.10(15)a
109.9(3)
“Signed and dated Iowa immunization certificates are on file for each child enrolled.”
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.”
- Sep 9, 2024Complaint investigationNo rules cited
Jan 9, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
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(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)a
“All files contain statement signed by staff indicating whether they have a criminal conviction or founded child/dependent adult abuse.”
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.”
109.9(2)
“All files are updated at least annually and when a change occurs.”
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.”
109.4(3)a
“Postings are required for: • The certificate of license. • Notice of exposure to communicable disease. • Notice of decision to deny, suspend, or revoke center license or reduce to provisional status. All postings shall be conspicuously placed at main entrance of center.”
- Nov 9, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 9, 2022Inspection6 rules cited
109.10(1)a
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.”
109.9(2)
“All files are updated at least annually and when a change 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)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.”
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Questions about New Horizon Academy - Des Moines
Is New Horizon Academy - Des Moines licensed?
Yes. Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists it as licensed and operating.
When was New Horizon Academy - Des Moines last inspected?
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists the most recent visit on November 19, 2025, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has New Horizon Academy - Des Moines had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 15 rules across 5 of 6 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 New Horizon Academy - Des Moines' hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does New Horizon Academy - Des Moines cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (515) 282-4229 to ask.
What is New Horizon Academy - Des Moines' phone number?
(515) 282-4229.
Where is New Horizon Academy - Des Moines?
Des Moines, IA.