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The first five years of life are an extremely important period of development for children and Cadence Academy Preschool, Urbandale is proud to offer NAEYC Accredited daycare services and preschool programs as well as kindergarten and school-age programs.

Our dedicated teachers and proprietary curriculum work hand-in-hand to help children reach their full potential during each developmental stage. We take an individualized approach to early childhood education and modify classroom activities so they fit the needs, interests, and current skill level of each child in our care.

Childcare & Preschool Programs

Partnering with Parents

We believe in creating a learning environment that extends beyond the classroom and we partner with our parents so that we can further encourage their child’s growth and development. We provide parents regular feedback on how their child is progressing towards important developmental milestones and we send out a monthly Reflections piece to provide guidance on how they can support our Ascend Curriculum at home. We have an open-door policy at our daycare center and we encourage parents to visit at any time and stay for any length of time they feel is necessary.

Our Teachers & Directors

With 100s of years of combined teaching experience in the field of early childhood education, the staff at Cadence Academy Preschool, Urbandale understands what quality child care means. This location was previously called Apple Tree Children’s Center and a number of our teachers have been with us since the Apple Tree days.

Many of our teachers and directors hold degrees in education and continually participate in training to stay abreast of developments in the field. Our teachers know how to anticipate developmental needs and continually create preschool centers and activities that encourage emerging skills.

Getting to Our Preschool

Cadence Academy Preschool, Urbandale is located at 3054 86th St in Urbandale, Iowa, 50322. We’re between Hickman Rd and Douglas Ave, just north of U.S. Route 6. Many of our families live in Windsor Heights, West Des Moines, and Clive. We would love to show you around our preschool. Schedule a visit today!

Programs Offered

Infant Care

Toddler Care

Preschool

Pre-K & Kindergarten Club

Our Team

Theresa Anderson

Theresa Anderson

School Director

My name is Theresa Anderson and I am the School Director, I graduated from the University of Minnesota with an Associates in Applied Science Degree in Child Care Services. I started working for Cadence Academy Preschool in January 1997. I enjoy spending time with my family in Minnesota and quilting in my free time.

Alecia Pardekooper

Alecia Pardekooper

Assistant Director

My name is Alecia Pardekooper and I am the Assistant Director at Cadence Academy-Urbandale. I have been with Cadence since 2021.

I have worked in childcare since 2009. I started at an in-home during summers in high school and also nannied for various ages while my husband was in the military. When I moved back to Iowa, I started at my first center and fell in love with the atmosphere and routine of a center. I have a passion for what I do and love that I can make a career out of it. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my husband and my daughter. We love being outdoors and traveling. I am so thankful for the opportunity I have been given to be here and look forward to meeting new families and creating an environment where the children can learn and grow.

Hatidza Ikeljic

Hatidza Ikeljic

Teacher of the Year

I have been teaching since August 2001. I love my job and working with all the children. I am happy to come to work each day because of them. I enjoy helping to develop all the needed skills to help them grow up well. I am extremely proud to be the recipient of Teacher of the Year award in 2007 and also in 2025 – voted by my peers. I have been married for 31 years and together we share 3 grown boys. I am gifted with one granddaughter who also attended Cadence. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family and time outside gardening. Flowers are one of my favorite things.

Mary Seago

Mary Seago

Teacher

Welcome! My name is Mary and I started here when the school opened in 1985. I have a double endorsement in Early Childhood and Elementary Education from the University of Northern Iowa. I have two sons, Jonathan and Matthew. When I am not at work, I enjoy reading, walking, and visiting with family.

Tonya Casey

Tonya Casey

Teacher

My name is Tonya and I am the Lead Teacher in the Nursery Room. I started working here when the school opened in 1985. I have completed my Child Development Associate (CDA) Degree through DMCAA. My husband Todd and I have two children: Cole and Kael. We enjoy riding horses, four-wheelers, and I love to shop. I truly love working with newborns,so I look forward to getting to know all of you.

Accreditations

NAEYC Accreditation

Every child deserves access to high-quality early learning experiences. NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) has set 10 standards for early childhood programs that can help families make the right choice when they are looking for a child care center, preschool, or kindergarten. The standards and criteria are also the foundation of the NAEYC Accreditation system for early childhood programs. To earn NAEYC Accreditation, schools must go through an extensive self-study and quality-improvement process, followed by an on-site visit by NAEYC Assessors to verify and ensure that the program meets each of the ten program standards, and hundreds of corresponding individual criteria. NAEYC-accredited programs are always prepared for unannounced quality-assurance visits during their accreditation term, which lasts for five years. In the 30 years since NAEYC Accreditation was established, it has become a widely recognized sign of high-quality early childhood education. More than 7,000 programs are currently accredited by NAEYC—less than 10 percent of all child care centers, preschools, and kindergartens nationally achieve this recognition.

Reviews from Parents

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Katie Linduska • Google
We switched our son to Cadence from another center a couple years ago when he was about 2 years old and it was definitely the right decision for us! The transition was so incredibly smooth, because Cadence instantly felt like home. We were welcomed with open arms and continue to be greeted by kind and friendly staff. Our daughter attends Cadence now as well, and both of our kids have developed such special bonds with their teachers. It’s difficult to feel comfortable leaving your child with anyone else, but we feel a sense of ease and comfort knowing our kids are well cared for at Cadence, not only by their teachers, but by all of the staff including the director! Cadence makes you feel like family, and the staff care deeply about the children in their care. We can tell our kids are happy there and that’s all we can ask for!
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Alicia Schrock • Google
My son Josiah has only been going to Cadence for a few months but I see a huge change with him. He is excited to go to his "new school" every day. He is more outgoing and plays with other kids now. The director and assistant director have been so helpful with the transition. They work with me and are very open. They truly mean it when they say they are a family.
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Rachel Abrams • Google
Update: it's been 4 years and we still love Cadence! Our daughter is now in the preschool program and is learning so much everyday! Friends and family are constantly blown away by her knowledge. We've also had a second daughter who now attends and the staff feel like family with how well they know us amd our girls. As a first-time mom, the staff at Cadence Academy Preschool have been nothing but helpful, friendly, and professional. We decided to send our daughter to Cadence Academy in early 2020 while I was still pregnant. By the time I had our daughter, COVID was in full swing. Everyone at Cadence Academy have been responsive and proactive. They make sure the kids are safe and happy. I could not feel more confident having my baby attend. On top of everything else, the caretakers give 110%. As much as I would like to be home with my baby during the day, I think she has excelled far faster by attending Cadence Academy. Tonya and Kylie in the infant room are fantastic. They are truly experts and it is clear that they love what they do. They never make me feel bad by calling in with every question or worry I have. I leave the call feeling so much better every. time. I am so glad we chose to bring our daughter to Cadence Academy. Thank you for caring for my baby and helping her flourish.
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Meridith Swoyer • Google
I have had three children attend Cadence Academy over the last 11 years. All three of my children have grown and thrived at Cadence. The education and care provided to the kids is unmatched and I have taken such great comfort in knowing that when my children are at Cadence they are being loved and cared for just as much as they would be with me. We recommend Cadence to everyone we know!
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