Rana Cheichan
Data last updated · May 2026
Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.2 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.Not Available
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.2 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 2 out of 5 stars overall. Structural quality reflects Iowa's licensing baseline. Iowa caps infant ratios at 1:4, toddler ratios at 1:4, and preschool ratios at 1:12. Lead-teacher education isn't regulated. Teachers must complete 6 hours of annual training. No objective process measures (e.g., state quality rating or national accreditation) are available for this daycare. The overall rating reflects structural features only.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Family Child Care Home
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- Not Available
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:4 Not Available Toddlers 1:4 Not Available Preschool 1:12 Not Available
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- Not Regulated
Inspection History
Across 1 inspection since 2024, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (6), Children's Records & Files (4), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2). None of the 12 findings were critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Feb 22, 202412 Findings12 Important
- Have Been Completed and Authorizing or Conditionally Limiting the Person’s Involvement with Child Care.441 IAC 110.11(3)
- Have Been Completed and Authorizing or Conditionally Limiting the Person’s Involvement with Child Care.441 IAC 110.11(3)
- SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD DEVELOPMENT HOME CATEGORY "C"441 IAC 110.15
- “ A” No More Than 14 Children Not Attending Kindergarten or a Higher Grade Level Shall Be Present at Any One Time441 IAC 110.15(1)
- “ B” Of These 14 Children, Not More Than 6 Children Who Are 24 Months of Age or Younger Shall Be Present at Any One Time441 IAC 110.15(1)
“ b” Of these 14 children, not more than 6 children who are 24 months of age or younger shall be present at any one time. Whenever 4 children who are under the age of 12 months are in care, both providers shall be present Findings:
- “A” No More Than 14 Children Not Attending Kindergarten or a Higher Grade Level Shall Be Present at Any One Time.441 IAC 110.15(1)
- “B” Of These 14 Children, Not More Than 6 Children Who Are 24 Months of Age or Younger Shall Be Present at Any One Time441 IAC 110.15(1)
“b” Of these 14 children, not more than 6 children who are 24 months of age or younger shall be present at any one time. Whenever 4 children who are under the age of 12 months are in care, both providers shall be presentWalnut Street, Des Moines, IA 50319-0114 Iowa Department of Health And Human Services Kim Reynolds Governor Adam Gregg Lt. Governor Kelly K. Garcia Director Suggestions/Recommendations: A recheck is not needed at this time. The below corrections need to be completed by 4/22/2024 and will be reviewed on your next annual compliance check. I encourage you to work with your Child Care Resource and Referral Worker (Heather Sheesley 515-360-7308) with...
- Check with the Appropriate Authorities to Determine How the Following Local441 IAC 110.5(1)
Check with the appropriate authorities to determine how the following local, state, or federal laws apply to you: • Zoning code • Building code • Fire code • Business license • State and federal income tax • Unemployment insurance • Worker’s Compensation • Minimum wage and hour requirements • OSHA • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA 50319-0114
- Files441 IAC 110.9
- A Provider File Is Maintained and Shall Contain the Following:441 IAC 110.9(1)
- “ b”(2) Documentation From the Department Confirming the Record Checks Required Under441 IAC 110.9(1)
- “b”(2) Documentation From the Department Confirming the Record Checks Required Under441 IAC 110.9(1)