Sarah Flores
12482 HWY 18, POSTVILLE, IA 52162Childery Rating: 3/5
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Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.3 / 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.4 / 5
- 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.1 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects an Iowa Quality for Kids rating of IQ4K Level 4. Structural quality reflects a 67% violation rate. The structural rating also includes Iowa's licensing baseline — what every licensed daycare in the state must meet. 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.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- Iowa Quality for Kids IQ4K Level 4 (Max 5) Learn more →
- 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 4 inspections since 2022, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (25), Children's Records & Files (14), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (4). Of 46 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Apr 29, 202513 Findings13 Important
- 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
- Provider Requirements441 IAC 110.7
- Standards. Conditions in the Home Are Safe, Sanitary, and Free of Hazards.441 IAC 110.8
- Facility Requirements441 IAC 110.8(1)
- “ H” The Home Shall Have at Least One Single-station441 IAC 110.8(1)
“ h” The home shall have at least one single-station, battery-operated, UL-approved smoke detector in each child-occupied room and at the top of every stairway. Each smoke detector shall be installed according to manufacturer’s recommendations. The provider shall test each smoke detector monthly and keep a record of testing for inspection purposes
- H. Smoke Detectors.441 IAC 110.8(1)
- Use of Outdoor Space441 IAC 110.8(2)
- “A” A Safe Outdoor Play Area Shall Be Maintained in Good Condition Throughout the Year441 IAC 110.8(2)
“a” A safe outdoor play area shall be maintained in good condition throughout the year. The play area shall be fenced off when located on a busy thoroughfare or near a hazard which may be injurious to a child, and shall have both sunshine and shade areas. The play area shall be kept free from litter, rubbish, and flammable materials and shall be free from contamination by drainage or ponding of sewage, household waste, or storm water.
- A. Outdoor Area.441 IAC 110.8(2)
- Files441 IAC 110.9
- A Provider File Is Maintained and Shall Contain the Following:441 IAC 110.9(1)
- “ A” A Physician’s Examination Report for the Provider and All Members of the Provider’s Household Aged 18 Years Or…441 IAC 110.9(1)
“ a” A physician’s examination report for the provider and all members of the provider’s household aged 18 years or older. Acceptable physical examinations shall be documented on Form 470- 5152, Child Care Provider Physical Examination Report. All children residing in the household must have medical documentation outlined in 110.9(4) “d”, 110.9(4) “f”, and 110.9(4) “g”Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA 50319-0114 Iowa Department of Health And Human Services Kim Reynolds Governor Adam Gregg Lt. Governor Kelly K. Garcia Director Findings: Code of Iowa , Chapter 237A 441 IAC 110 All areas of the residence were observed during the inspection.
- A. Household Physical: Esteban441 IAC 110.9(1)
a. Household physical: Esteban. Suggestions/Recommendations: I encourage you to work with Child Care Resource and Referral for ongoing child care needs. Phyllis Koester Child Care Consultant Child Care Resource & Referral of Northeast Iowa Exceptional Persons, Inc. Phyllis.Koester@episervice.org Corrective Action Required: Sarah's son's bedroom was unlocked and she didn't have the code to enter the room. Sarah will take a picture or video of the room and send to this worker. Sarah had two smoke detectors that needed to be put back up - main front room and one bedroom. Sarah has not put her snow fence back up to provide a barrier for the children outside to prevent them from going into the...
Apr 30, 20249 Findings9 Important
- 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
- Facility Requirements441 IAC 110.8(1)
- “ I” Smoking and the Use of Tobacco Products Shall Be Prohibited at All Times in the Home and in Every Vehicle in Which…441 IAC 110.8(1)
“ i” Smoking and the use of tobacco products shall be prohibited at all times in the home and in every vehicle in which children receiving care in the home are transported. Smoking and the use of tobacco products shall be prohibited in the outdoor play area during the home’s hours of operation. Nonsmoking signs shall be posted at every entrance of the child care home and in every vehicle used to transport children. All signs shall include: 1. The telephone number for reporting complaints, and 2. The Internet address of the department of public health (www.iowasmokefreeair.gov)
- “ N” Providers Shall Inform Parents of the Presence of Any Pet in the Home441 IAC 110.8(1)
“ n” Providers shall inform parents of the presence of any pet in the home. 1. Each dog or cat in the household shall undergo an annual health examination by a licensed veterinarian. Acceptable veterinary examinations shall be documented on Form 470-5153, Veterinary Health Certificate. This examination shall verify that the animal’s routine immunizations, particularly rabies, are current and that the animal shows no evidence of endoparasites (roundworms, hookworms, whipworms) and ectoparasites (fleas, mites, ticks, lice). 2. Each pet bird in the household shall be purchased from a dealer licensed by the Iowa department of agriculture and land stewardship and shall be examined by a...
- I. Nonsmoking Signs.441 IAC 110.8(1)
- N. Pet Records.441 IAC 110.8(1)
- Use of Outdoor Space441 IAC 110.8(2)
- “A” A Safe Outdoor Play Area Shall Be Maintained in Good Condition Throughout the Year441 IAC 110.8(2)
“a” A safe outdoor play area shall be maintained in good condition throughout the year. The play area shall be fenced off when located on a busy thoroughfare or near a hazard which may be injurious to a child, and shall have both sunshine and shade areas. The play area shall be kept free from litter, rubbish, and flammable materials and shall be free from contamination by drainage or ponding of sewage, household waste, or storm water. Findings: Code of Iowa, Chapter 237A. 441 Iowa Administrative Code Chapter 110
- A. Outdoor Area. Suggestions/Recommendations: I Encourage You to Work with Child Care Resource and Referral for Ongoing Child Care Needs. Phyllis Koester Child Care Consultant Child Care Resource & Referral of Northeast Iowa Exceptional Persons, Inc. Phyllis.Koester@episervice.org P (563) 382-4447441 IAC 110.8(2)
c (319) 231-9568 | f (563) 382-1870 1111 Paine Street Suite H | Hawkeye Plaza | Decorah, IA 52101 | www.iowaccrr.org Serving all 19 counties in Northeast Iowa Corrective Action Required: Sarah's 12 year old son's room was locked and Sarah was unable to get the key to work to open the door so this worker could view the room. Sarah needs nonsmoking signs posted on two exits. CCRR is mailing those...
Apr 25, 202319 Findings1 Critical18 Important
- b(2) HHS Background Check Letter441 IAC 110.9(1)
b(2) HHS background check letter. Sarah could not locate her background check letter. This worker will request on Sarah's behalf from the CCA Unit and send to Sarah upon receipt.
- Have Been Completed and Authorizing or Conditionally Limiting the Person’s Involvement with Child Care.441 IAC 110.11(3)
- 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
- Provider Requirements441 IAC 110.7
- Standards. Conditions in the Home Are Safe, Sanitary, and Free of Hazards.441 IAC 110.8
- Facility Requirements441 IAC 110.8(1)
- “ B” Electrical Wiring Shall Be Maintained441 IAC 110.8(1)
“ b” Electrical wiring shall be maintained, and all accessible electrical outlets shall be tamper- resistant outlets or shall be safely capped. Electrical cords shall be properly used. Improper use includes running cords under rugs, over hooks, through door openings, or other use that has been known to be hazardous
- “ H” The Home Shall Have at Least One Single-station441 IAC 110.8(1)
“ h” The home shall have at least one single-station, battery-operated, UL-approved smoke detector in each child-occupied room and at the top of every stairway. Each smoke detector shall be installed according to manufacturer’s recommendations. The provider shall test each smoke detector monthly and keep a record of testing for inspection purposes
- “ N” Providers Shall Inform Parents of the Presence of Any Pet in the Home441 IAC 110.8(1)
“ n” Providers shall inform parents of the presence of any pet in the home. 1. Each dog or cat in the household shall undergo an annual health examination by a licensed veterinarian. Acceptable veterinary examinations shall be documented on Form 470-5153, Veterinary Health Certificate. This examination shall verify that the animal’s routine immunizations, particularly rabies, are current and that the animal shows no evidence of endoparasites (roundworms, hookworms, whipworms) and ectoparasites (fleas, mites, ticks, lice). 2. Each pet bird in the household shall be purchased from a dealer licensed by the Iowa department of agriculture and land stewardship and shall be examined by a...
- B. Electrical Outlets. Sarah Needs to Cap All Accessible Outlets in Child Occupied Rooms with Safety Caps.441 IAC 110.8(1)
- H. Smoke Detectors441 IAC 110.8(1)
h. Smoke detectors. Sarah needs a smoke detector installed in every child occupied room and at the top of every stairwell. Sarah did not have any working smoke detectors at the visit, but has ordered new detectors. Sarah will send video of installed smoke detectors.
- Use of Outdoor Space441 IAC 110.8(2)
- “A” A Safe Outdoor Play Area Shall Be Maintained in Good Condition Throughout the Year441 IAC 110.8(2)
“a” A safe outdoor play area shall be maintained in good condition throughout the year. The play area shall be fenced off when located on a busy thoroughfare or near a hazard which may be injurious to a child, and shall have both sunshine and shade areas. The play area shall be kept free from litter, rubbish, and flammable materials and shall be free from contamination by drainage or ponding of sewage, household waste, or storm water.
- A. Outdoor Space441 IAC 110.8(2)
a. Outdoor space. Sarah's play yard butts up to a corn field. Sarah needs a fence/barrier to prevent the children from having access to this potential safety hazard.
- 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)
- Children’s Files441 IAC 110.9(4)
Children’s Files. An individual file for each child shall be maintained and updated annually or when the provider becomes aware of changes. The file shall contain: a. Identifying information including, at a minimum, the child’s name, birth date, parent’s name, address, telephone number, special needs of the child, and the parent’s work address and telephone number. b. Emergency information including, at a minimum, where the parent can be reached, the name, street address, city and telephone number of the child’s regular source of health care, and the name, telephone number, and relationship to the child of another adult available in case of emergency. c. A signed medical consent from the...
- A,b,c,i,j. Child Files. Sarah Needs to Update Enrollment Forms for One Child. Sarah Needs Updated Medical Authorization and Consent/permission 1 Other Child. Suggestions/Recommendations: Contact Phyllis Koester, CCRR, for Needed Assistance with Child Care Items. Phyllis Koester Child Care Consultant Child Care Resource & Referral of Northeast Iowa Exceptional Persons, Inc. Phyllis.Koester@episervice.org P (563) 382-4447441 IAC 110.9(4)
c (319) 231-9568 | f (563) 382-1870 Corrective Action Required: A follow up visit will not be required, however, Sarah needs to send verification of working smoke detectors by later today 4/25/23. This can be sent via video to Kathy at 563-949-6971. Sarah needs to complete...
Oct 26, 20225 Findings5 Important
- 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)
- “ A” A Physician’s Examination Report for the Provider and All Members of the Provider’s Household Aged 18 Years Or…441 IAC 110.9(1)
“ a” A physician’s examination report for the provider and all members of the provider’s household aged 18 years or older. Acceptable physical examinations shall be documented on Form 470- 5152, Child Care Provider Physical Examination Report. All children residing in the household must have medical documentation outlined in 110.9(4) “d”, 110.9(4) “f”, and 110.9(4) “g”
- Children’s Files441 IAC 110.9(4)
Children’s Files. An individual file for each child shall be maintained and updated annually or when the provider becomes aware of changes. The file shall contain: a. Identifying information including, at a minimum, the child’s name, birth date, parent’s name, address, telephone number, special needs of the child, and the parent’s work address and telephone number. b. Emergency information including, at a minimum, where the parent can be reached, the name, street address, city and telephone number of the child’s regular source of health care, and the name, telephone number, and relationship to the child of another adult available in case of emergency. c. A signed medical consent from the...
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