Registration and Fees
To inquire about current openings in Kids West, please contact Kris Gardner.
Register Now
Select an option below to register for Kids West child care.
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Registration for Summer 2025 Kids West is now closed.
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Registration for Kids West before- and after-school care for 2025-26 will open May 1, 2025.
Register Starting May 1
Kids West Fees
The first child rate applies to the child in the family attending Kids West the most times per week. Rates for additional children who attend the same or fewer times per week are discounted.
Contact Us
Ashley Kunz
Kids West Program Supervisor
515-633-5017
KJ Yaeger
Kids West Program Coordinator
515-633-5020
Kris Gardner
Kids West Program Assistant
515-633-5018
Kids West Office
Learning Resource Center
3550 Mills Civic Parkway
West Des Moines, IA 50265
Financial Assistance
Financial assistance is available through the agencies listed below. Please call for more information:
- Iowa Department of Human Services: 866.448.4605 or dhs.iowa.gov
- Iowa Childcare Resource & Referral: 877-216-8481 or iowaccrr.org
Kids West Financial Assistance
Kids West financial assistance provides a reduction in fees for families who qualify. It follows the same income guidelines as free or reduced lunch. To apply for a reduced rate, complete the application for Financial Assistance form and return to: Kids West, Community Education, 3550 Mills Civic Parkway, West Des Moines, Iowa 50265. If you have any questions or need help completing this form, please contact Kids West at 515-633-5018