Family & Dependents

Information on childcare and childhood education in Cedar Falls

The following are childcare centers in Cedar Falls that would serve as a preschool opportunity for children. This is typically a pre-academic placement for children that is based around learning the basics of language and interaction before joining their primary education.
  • Cedar Valley Preschool & Child Care Center | 724 Lantz Ave, Cedar Falls, 50613
  • A To Z Learning Center & Day Care | 4828 University Ave.
  • Community United Child Care Centers & Preschool - Nordic Drive | 5109 Nordic Dr.
  • Community United Child Care Centers & Preschool - Valley Park | 1026 E Seerley Blvd.
  • UNI- Child Development Center- 1420 19th St 
For entering into primary school (kindergarten) there are a couple of options in the area. Children are placed in the schools based on their home address.
  • Lincoln Elementary School, 321 W 8th St, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
  • Cedar Heights Elementary School, 2417 Rainbow Dr, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
  • Southdale Elementary School, 627 Orchard Dr, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
  • Orchard Hill Elementary School, 3909 Rownd St, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
  • North Cedar Elementary School,  2419 Fern Ave, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
There are a variety of registration forms that the district requires the parent to complete prior to the child attending school.
 In addition to schooling, there are also a couple things to note about the registration process for your child to attend schooling in the area…

Passport

  • The school district will need a copy of the child’s passport

Immunizations

  • Parents are requested to send immunization records early. The District Nurse will review them and notify the parent if any further immunizations are needed prior to attending school.

Arrival date

  • The parent needs to notify the district when they have a firm arrival date, so they can prepare for the child coming to class.

Grade

  •  The district needs to know what grade level the child is in their home country and whether the child speaks English and at what level of proficiency.

Parents are required to set up schooling for their dependent children while visiting/studying in the U.S.

International Engagement