West Side Kids
- open each week
- 5 days
- weekly, posted tuition
- $105
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About West Side Kids
West Side Kids is a licensed child care center in Waukee, Iowa. It is licensed by the state.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and infant care. It lists weekly tuition from $105 to $340.
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- 6 weeks – 10 years
- 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 |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | 6 weeks – 10 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, full-time care, infant care, preschool and summer camp |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Discounts | Discounts available for families with multiple children |
| Transportation | Transportation (transportation to Waukee Elementary and Grant Ragan) |
| More | Founded 2005 |
Cost
Tuition and costs
West Side Kids lists weekly tuition from $105 to $340. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Dallas County has a median price of $185 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
| Weekly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Before AND After School | $135 |
| Before OR After School | $105 |
| Fours & Fives | $270 |
| Infants, Movers & Ones | $340 |
| Threes | $285 |
| Twos | $300 |
| Summer and Breaks | $175 a week |
Infant
Toddler
Preschool
School age
State record
Inspection reports for West Side Kids
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Center
- License number
- #6357
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 5, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 7 rules in all
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Safety and hazards 1
- Discipline and child guidance 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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May 5, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
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.”
109.9(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.”
May 5, 2025Inspection2 rules 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.”
109.11(7)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.”
- Oct 8, 2024Complaint investigationNo rules cited
May 14, 2024Inspection3 rules 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.”
109.9(3)
“Signed and dated Iowa immunization certificates are on file for each child enrolled.”
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.”
May 15, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
109.10(11)
“Smoking and use of tobacco products shall be prohibited in the center and every vehicle used to transport children. Prohibited in outdoor play area during hours of operation. Nonsmoking signs shall be posted at every entrance and in every vehicle used to transport. Signs shall include: 1. Telephone number for reporting complaints. 2. Internet address to DPH.”
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.”
109.7(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(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)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.”
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Is West Side Kids licensed?
Yes. Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists it as licensed and operating.
When was West Side Kids last inspected?
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services lists the most recent visit on May 5, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has West Side Kids had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 4 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 West Side Kids' hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does West Side Kids cost?
Weekly tuition from $105 to $340, as it lists it.
What is West Side Kids' phone number?
(515) 978-0322.
Where is West Side Kids?
Waukee, IA.