Childcare at Maple St.
We nurture children’s strengths and encourage them to reach new heights.
The YBR Maple Street daycare is like family ! We are so happy with the YBR friendly teachers and staff. With a vast variety of crafts and activities, they have great structure and are consistent with their care for the kids.
I have great peace knowing when I drop off my great grandson that he will be taken care of and I can do my job without worrying about the care he is receiving.
Beth B.
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A Child-First Community & Curriculum
In Your Neighborhood
A childcare enrichment center conveniently located at Maple St.
Hours
Monday-Friday, 6:00am – 5:30pm
Contact
515-964-5437
Our Maple- Ankeny school is proud to participate in IQ4K (Iowa Quality for Kids), Iowa’s statewide quality rating system for early care and education programs.
IQ4K evaluates key areas such as staff qualifications, professional development, curriculum quality, and program leadership, with programs advancing through levels as they meet higher standards of excellence.
Our participation reflects a commitment to continuous improvement and providing a high-quality learning environment where children are supported in their growth, development, and school readiness every day.
Learn more about IQ4K ratings and how they support families
Maple St. in Action
Great Academics
For ages 6-weeks to 5 years old we offer the Funnydaffer Curriculum!
Engaged Families
Join your child at events, receive photos, updates and more through our 2-way communication app.
Fun Facilities
Your child will have fun in our clean, well maintained centers built for fun and learning.
Daycare And Preschool Programs
Infant
Ages: 6 weeks to 12 months
Skills: Developing senses, coordination, & early motor skills are all worked on.
Wobbler
Ages: 12 to 18 months
Skills: Social-emotional, sensory, and motor skill development are practiced daily.
Explorer
Ages: 18 to 36 months
Skills: Music and rhythm, motor skills, group play, & language development.
Preschoolers
Ages: 3 to 4 years old
Skills: Early literacy & math skills, language development, & social-emotional growth
Pre-K
Ages: 4 to 5 years old
Skills: Literacy & math skills, social-emotional growth, & academic readiness
School Age
Ages: 5 to 12 years old
Skills: Literacy & math skills, social-emotional growth, & academic readiness
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