Dorothy Mae Kids Academy
URBANDALE, IA·Licensed CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address2506 142nd St, Urbandale, IA 50323
CountyDallas
Phone(515) 989-8599
Websitehttp://dorothymae.co/
Operating details
HoursFull-time, Days when school is not in session, Part-time, Daytime
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/6/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium-High1
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Location
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2506 142nd St, Urbandale, IA 50323, URBANDALE, IA 50323
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
- Ask about their security measures, visitor policy, and pickup procedures
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/6/2025
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- Medium-High1
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- Low0
2025
- Medium-High risk6/6/2025
Complaint investigation report
Complaint investigation report filed with Iowa HHS on 2025-06-06 (Licensed Center) — itemized findings are in the linked report. Source: View official inspection document
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has few recorded violations. Always visit in person to verify conditions.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
- Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.
Estimated monthly cost
$1,244/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
Typical prices in Iowa run about $915/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Iowa by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: URBANDALE, Dallas County
- Type: Licensed Center
What parents actually pay
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