Project Youth
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $160
We are a directory, not the daycare. We cannot hold a spot, enroll a child or answer questions about care.
Own this daycare? Claim itAbout
About Project Youth
Project Youth is a licensed child care center in Rock Valley, 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, infant care and preschool. It says it provides meals.
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 14 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- 6 weeks through the age of 8 years old
- 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 through the age of 8 years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Daily life | USDA food program (CACFP) |
| Safety | Cameras / live video for parents (video surveillance (consent form)) |
| Parent updates | Parent app (Procare, Procare App) |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Project Youth has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Sioux County has a median price of $160 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Infant
Toddler
Preschool
School age
State record
Inspection reports for Project Youth
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Center
- License number
- #51498
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 10, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 14 rules in all
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Background checks 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Records and paperwork 1
- Other rules 1
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.
Own this daycare? Add your response to the state record
See all 4 visits
Jun 10, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
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.”
109.11(4)b
“Record of monthly inspections of outdoor recreation area and equipment shall be kept.”
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.”
Jun 12, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
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)
“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.”
109.10(1)a
Jun 12, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
109.11(7)b
“Centers at ground level that use basement area as program space, or have a basement beneath program space: Testing and plan for remedy of radon is conducted.”
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(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.”
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.”
Jun 12, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
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.”
Reviews
Parent reviews
No parent reviews yet
If your child goes or went here, your review helps other parents. We check every review against our review guidelines.
FAQ
Questions about Project Youth
Is Project Youth licensed?
Yes. Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Project Youth last inspected?
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists the most recent visit on June 10, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Project Youth had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 14 rules across 3 of 3 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 Project Youth's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Project Youth cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (712) 451-6939 to ask.
What is Project Youth's phone number?
(712) 451-6939.
Where is Project Youth?
Rock Valley, IA.