Our curriculum is a specialty of Whiz Kid Academy and has been tested and used for over 30 years.
We offer unique approaches to reading, language, and STEM subjects.
Once your child leaves our school, they will be fully prepared for the next stage of their academic lives.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-7
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-7
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
2019
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: The Truth Behind the Failure of Young Children
- Ourmissionis to build a day school and offer extended care to accommodate working families. Our program is unique and strives to combat the weaknesses of Common Core.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Whiz Kid Academy?
The application deadline for Whiz Kid Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Whiz Kid Academy is Dowling Catholic High School (0.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Montessori Children's House (1.1 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Dowling Catholic High School
(Catholic)
1400 Buffalo Rd
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 222-1015
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 222-1015
0.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,389 student Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 20 Tuition listed
Montessori Children's House![Montessori Children's House Photo]( "Montessori Children's House Photo")
Montessori School
1505 42nd Street
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(151) 577-1690
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(151) 577-1690
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 209 students Avg. class size: 12 students
Shepherds Flock Early Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool (Other Lutheran)
3900 Ashworth Rd
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 225-1952
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 225-1952
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 135 students
Sacred Heart School
(Catholic)
1601 Grand Ave
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 223-1284
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 223-1284
1.5 miles
Gr: K-8 | 511 students
1119 5th St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 255-0220
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 255-0220
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 168 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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