TLC Preschool
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About TLC Preschool
TLC Preschool is a licensed child care center in Vinton, Iowa. It is licensed by the state.
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 16 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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TLC Preschool has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Benton County has a median price of $163 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
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Inspection reports for TLC Preschool
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- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Center
- License number
- #25168
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 24, 2026: 12 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 4 visits · 16 rules in all
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Food and nutrition 2
- Background checks 2
- Safety and hazards 1
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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Sep 24, 2026Inspection12 rules cited
109.13(5)a
“Sufficient refrigeration appropriate to perishable food is provided.”
109.11(8)c
“All centers: Annual inspection prior to heating season of all fuel-burning appliances to reduce risk of carbon monoxide poisoning and shall install one carbon monoxide detector on each floor that conforms to UL Standard 2034.”
109.11(6)
109.7(2)
“Center directors and all staff have the required contact hours of training.”
109.9(1)a
“All files contain: 1. Copy of a department criminal history record check form or any other permission form approved by Department of Public Safety for conducting an Iowa or national criminal history record check 2. Copy of a request for child abuse information form, when applicable. 3. Copies of results of Iowa record checks conducted through the SING for review by the department upon request. 4. Copies of national criminal history check results. 5. Any department issued documents sent to the center related to a record check, regardless of findings.”
109.9(1)c
“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)d
“Files contain a photocopy of a valid driver’s license if the staff will be involved in the transportation of children.”
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.”
109.9(2)h
“Signed and dated valid Certificate of Immunization, Certificate of Immunization Exemption, or Provisional Certificate of Immunization, provided by the department must be on file for each child enrolled as required by Iowa Administrative Code 641—7.”
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.”
109.12(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.”
109.4(1)c
“Written plan developed for staff orientation regarding center’s policies and licensing regulations. Orientation is in accordance with center’s staff orientation plan.”
Oct 27, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
109.11(3)a
- Oct 7, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 12, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
109.7(1)
“All staff(within first 3 months of employment)”
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)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 13, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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Is TLC Preschool licensed?
Yes. Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists it as licensed and operating.
When was TLC Preschool last inspected?
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists the most recent visit on September 24, 2026, with 12 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has TLC Preschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 16 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 TLC Preschool's hours?
Its hours are not listed.
Where is TLC Preschool?
Vinton, IA.