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Sugar Babies Learning Center

Johnston, IA5.0· 3 reviews
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$177

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About Sugar Babies Learning Center

Sugar Babies Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Johnston, Iowa. It is licensed by the state.

It is open Monday to Wednesday, 5:30 AM to 7:00 PM; Thursday, 5:00 AM to 7:00 PM; Friday, 5:30 AM to 7:00 PM.

Iowa Department of Health and Human Services made 2 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 1 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
5:30 AM to 7:00 PM
Capacity
Not listed

Hours

Hours

MondayToday5:30 AM to 7:00 PM
Tuesday5:30 AM to 7:00 PM
Wednesday5:30 AM to 7:00 PM
Thursday5:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Friday5:30 AM to 7:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed

Cost

Tuition and costs

Sugar Babies Learning Center 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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Polk County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$177
Home daycare$119

Toddler

Center$153
Home daycare$117

Preschool

Center$153
Home daycare$117

School age

Center$122
Home daycare$113

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Sugar Babies Learning Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Center
License number
#53018
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Summary

2 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 7, 2026: 7 rules cited

Rules cited on 1 of 2 visits · 7 rules in all

  • Building, equipment and play areas 3
  • Health, medication and illness 2
  • Discipline and child guidance 1
  • Staff training and qualifications 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.

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  1. Apr 7, 2026Inspection7 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      109.10(7)

      “First aid kit: The center shall ensure that a clearly labeled first aid kit that is sufficient to address minor injury or trauma is available and accessible to staff at all times when children are: • In the center. • In the outdoor play area. • On field trips (away from the center).”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      109.12(4)e

    • Discipline and child guidance

      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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      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.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      109.11(3)a

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      109.11(2)a

      “The center will provide sufficient and safe indoor play equipment, materials, and furniture. It must meet the developmental, activity and special needs of the children.”
  2. Feb 24, 2026InspectionNo 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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Questions about Sugar Babies Learning Center

Is Sugar Babies Learning Center licensed?

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

When was Sugar Babies Learning Center last inspected?

Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists the most recent visit on April 7, 2026, with 7 rules cited. It lists 2 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Sugar Babies Learning Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 1 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 Sugar Babies Learning Center's hours?

Monday to Wednesday, 5:30 AM to 7:00 PM; Thursday, 5:00 AM to 7:00 PM; Friday, 5:30 AM to 7:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Sugar Babies Learning Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (515) 428-0082 to ask.

What is Sugar Babies Learning Center's phone number?

(515) 428-0082.

Where is Sugar Babies Learning Center?

Johnston, IA.

Sources: Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).