Kansas City · Licensed center

Brighton Learning Center Inc

Small center, licensed for 42 children.

What the state has found

The state cited rules at 15 of its 16 licensing inspections since October 2023.

Of the 136 Kansas City-area centers with 10 or more licensing inspections, 43% had rules cited at some but not all of them, as this center did. 57% had rules cited at all of them.

Licensing inspections

Aug 18, 2026No rules cited

Aug 4, 20261 citation

“Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by five children , ages 15 months old to 2 years old, were cared for by one adult caregiver(s).”
5 CSR 25-500.112 (1) (A)

May 28, 20262 citations

“The ceilings located in infant and 2nd bathroom was/were not clean as evidenced by stained tiles and dusty vent (4/20/2026).”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The floors located in pre-k was/were not in good condition as evidenced by tape peeling off floor and chipping paint above baseboard (4/20/2026).”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.

Apr 20, 20264 citations

“The space for infants and toddlers is not separated by floor-to-ceiling walls.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (III)
“The ceilings located in infant and 2nd bathroom was/were not clean as evidenced by stained tiles and dusty vent (4/20/2026).”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The floors located in pre-k was/were not in good condition as evidenced by tape peeling off floor and chipping paint above baseboard (4/20/2026).”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by seven children , ages 23-months-2-years-old, were cared for by 1 adult caregiver(s).”
5 CSR 25-500.112 (1) (A)

Apr 8, 20266 citations

“Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by upon CI S.'s arrival, caregiver ,M. T., was in the grassy area in front of the building, in between two parking lots lot with a group of eight children, 4-5-years-old.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (C)
“The space for infants and toddlers is not separated by floor-to-ceiling walls.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (III)
“The floors located in pre-k was/were not in good condition as evidenced by tape peeling off floor and chipping paint above baseboard.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The use of potty chairs/junior commode/adaptor seat did not meet requirements as evidenced by the potty chair was not cleaned.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (3) (C) 2.

2 more from this inspection

“The ceilings located in infant and 2nd bathroom was/were not clean as evidenced by stained tiles and dusty vent.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by seven children , ages 23-months-2-years-old, were cared for by 1 adult caregiver(s).”
5 CSR 25-500.112 (1) (A)

Mar 2, 20266 citations

“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)
“Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by lock on kitchen door broken.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (C)
“The walls located in play room and two's room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by holes/exposed sheet rock and tape loose over phone jack cover.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The walls located in play room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.

2 more from this inspection

“Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the following staff A.J. & D.J.”
5 CSR 25-500.102
“A medical examination report did not include either a Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis form or a negative tuberculin skin test (TST) for the following staff: A.H. and N.K.”
5 CSR 25-500.122

Oct 21, 202513 citations

“Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by lock on kitchen door broken.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (C)
“The floors located in twos room and preschool was/were not clean as evidenced by soiled area rug and stickers peeling off floor.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The walls located in play room and two's room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by holes/exposed sheet rock and tape loose over phone jack cover.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The walls located in play room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.

9 more from this inspection

“There was evidence of dirt/debris in that there was sticky residue on shelf and soiled shape pillow covers (yellow & pink) in infant room .”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 9.
“The bathroom was not clean and odor free as evidenced by the toilet was soiled.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (3) (A) 7.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by ground covering exposed, creating a tripping hazard.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“The facility does not have evidence that the crib meets the Consumer Product Safety Commission and ASTM International safety standards.”
5 CSR 25-500.092
“Requirements for the crib mattress/playpen padding/bedding were not met as evidenced by a fitted sheet was not used.”
5 CSR 25-500.092
“Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the following staff A.J. & D.J.”
5 CSR 25-500.102
“Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for M.A. and A.H. as evidenced by a medical examination was not on file within 30 days of an individual beginning to work with children.”
5 CSR 25-500.122 (1) (A)
“A medical examination report did not include either a Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis form or a negative tuberculin skin test (TST) for the following staff: A.H. and N.K.”
5 CSR 25-500.122
“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)

Oct 6, 202517 citations

“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)
“Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by furnace room door not locked.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (C)
“Requirements for a protected crawl area were not met in that a washable area rug was not laundered daily.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (II)
“The space for infants and toddlers is not separated by floor-to-ceiling walls.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (III)

13 more from this inspection

“The walls located in play room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The ceilings located in pre-k room was/were not clean as evidenced by stained tiles.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“There was evidence of dirt/debris in that there was sticky residue on shelf and soiled shape pillow covers (yellow & pink) in infant room .”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 9.
“The bathroom was not clean and odor free as evidenced by the toilet was soiled.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (3) (A) 7.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by ground covering exposed, creating a tripping hazard.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“The walls located in play room and two's room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by holes/exposed sheet rock and tape loose over phone jack cover.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The floors located in twos room and preschool was/were not clean as evidenced by soiled area rug and stickers peeling off floor.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Furniture/equipment, shelf, in preschool room was not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“The facility does not have evidence that the crib meets the Consumer Product Safety Commission and ASTM International safety standards.”
5 CSR 25-500.092
“Requirements for the crib mattress/playpen padding/bedding were not met as evidenced by a fitted sheet was not used.”
5 CSR 25-500.092
“Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the following staff A.J. & D.J.”
5 CSR 25-500.102
“Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for M.A. and A.H. as evidenced by a medical examination was not on file within 30 days of an individual beginning to work with children.”
5 CSR 25-500.122 (1) (A)
“A medical examination report did not include either a Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis form or a negative tuberculin skin test (TST) for the following staff: A.H. and N.K.”
5 CSR 25-500.122

May 29, 20257 citations

“Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by furnace room door not locked.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (C)
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: Lysol spray, Clorox wipes, EOS lotion, Febreze air freshener, and Degree deodorant. The item(s) was/were located on low shelf in bathroom.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I)
“The floors located in pre-k and preschool room was/were not clean as evidenced by soiled area rugs.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The walls located in play room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.

3 more from this inspection

“The ceilings located in pre-k room was/were not clean as evidenced by stained tiles.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Furniture/equipment, shelf, in preschool room was not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“Furniture/equipment, shelf, in in pre-k room was not in good condition as evidenced by wobbly and broken.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.

Nov 19, 20244 citations

“Furniture/equipment, bouncer, in infant room was not in good condition as evidenced by stained cover.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“The facility does not have evidence that the crib meets the Consumer Product Safety Commission and ASTM International safety standards.”
5 CSR 25-500.092
“Requirements for the crib mattress/playpen padding/bedding were not met as evidenced by a fitted sheet was not used.”
5 CSR 25-500.092
“The facility did not meet requirements for cloth or plastic coated books. The facility needed an additional 9 items in this category.”
5 CSR 25-500.092

Oct 8, 20245 citations

“Flooring did not meet requirements as evidenced by flooring was not made of tile, linoleum or wood. The flooring material is carpet .”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (VI)
“Furniture/equipment, bouncer, in infant room was not in good condition as evidenced by stained cover.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“The facility does not have evidence that the crib meets the Consumer Product Safety Commission and ASTM International safety standards.”
5 CSR 25-500.092
“Requirements for the crib mattress/playpen padding/bedding were not met as evidenced by a fitted sheet was not used.”
5 CSR 25-500.092

1 more from this inspection

“The facility did not meet requirements for cloth or plastic coated books. The facility needed an additional 9 items in this category.”
5 CSR 25-500.092

Jun 3, 202410 citations

“The requirements for protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets were not met as evidenced by an electrical plate was broken in that broken electrical plate in toddler room.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (G)
“The ceilings located in infant room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by stained and broken tiles.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The floors located in two's room was/were not clean as evidenced by overly soiled carpet.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The walls located in pre-k room and two's room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by sticky residue and bottom of door broken.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.

6 more from this inspection

“The facility's disaster and emergency plan was not available in each room used for childcare as evidenced by no emergency plan in 2 year old room, playroom and preschool room.”
5 CSR 25-500.090 (2) (A)
“The facility's evacuation route diagram was not posted in each room.”
5 CSR 25-500.090 (2) (B) 2.
“Furniture/equipment, rocking chair and ottoman, in infant room was not in good condition as evidenced by stained.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“Furniture/equipment, shelf, in in hallway, by bathroom was not in good condition as evidenced by section of the top chipped off.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“The facility does not have evidence that the crib meets the Consumer Product Safety Commission and ASTM International safety standards.”
5 CSR 25-500.092
“Requirements for the crib mattress/playpen padding/bedding were not met as evidenced by a fitted sheet was not used.”
5 CSR 25-500.092

Mar 27, 202414 citations

“The facility does not have evidence that the crib meets the Consumer Product Safety Commission and ASTM International safety standards.”
5 CSR 25-500.092
“The requirements for protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets were not met as evidenced by an electrical plate was broken in that broken electrical plate in toddler room.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (G)
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: staff purse and Lysol cleaner. The item(s) was/were located on a low table in the toddler room and in second restroom.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I)
“The walls located in pre-k room and two's room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by sticky residue and bottom of door broken.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.

10 more from this inspection

“The ceilings located in infant room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by stained and broken tiles.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The floors located in two's room was/were not clean as evidenced by overly soiled carpet.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The requirements for protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets were not met as evidenced by electrical outlets were not covered in that missing outlet cover.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (G)
“The facility's disaster and emergency plan was not available in each room used for childcare as evidenced by no emergency plan in 2 year old room, playroom and preschool room.”
5 CSR 25-500.090 (2) (A)
“The facility's evacuation route diagram was not posted in each room.”
5 CSR 25-500.090 (2) (B) 2.
“Furniture/equipment, shelf, in in hallway, by bathroom was not in good condition as evidenced by section of the top chipped off.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“Requirements for the crib mattress/playpen padding/bedding were not met as evidenced by a fitted sheet was not used.”
5 CSR 25-500.092
“The requirements for equipment to be clean, in good condition and accessible were not met as evidenced by foam play mats in toddler room torn.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (2) (A) 1.
“Furniture/equipment, chairs, in two's room was not in good condition as evidenced by broken.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“Furniture/equipment, rocking chair and ottoman, in infant room was not in good condition as evidenced by stained.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.

Feb 22, 20242 citations

“Furniture/equipment, changing tables, in bathroom and infant rooms was not in good condition as evidenced by dirty pad and table, chipping paint .”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“Furniture/equipment, shelves, in 2's room, preschool and toddler rooms was not in good condition as evidenced by sticky residue, edging missing and wood wearing.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.

Jan 11, 202414 citations

“The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for All staff within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (C)
“The fall-zone area under and around outdoor equipment where children might fall and be injured was not covered with impact-absorbing materials to cushion a fall as evidenced by resilient material was not uniformly spread over the fall-zone area.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 7.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by ground covering exposed.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“The floors located in the 2's, Pre-k and preschool rooms was/were not in good condition as evidenced by stains, carpet peeling up, and tape residue.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.

10 more from this inspection

“The walls located in several areas was/were not in good condition as evidenced by dirty (wall and mirror in PreK) and chipping paint.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Outdoor equipment, toy cars and house, in both playgrounds was not in good condition as evidenced by broken.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
“Requirements for the crib mattress/playpen padding/bedding were not met as evidenced by the mattress/pad was not waterproof.”
5 CSR 25-500.092
“Furniture/equipment, changing tables, in bathroom and infant rooms was not in good condition as evidenced by dirty pad and table, chipping paint .”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“Furniture/equipment, shelves, in 2's room, preschool and toddler rooms was not in good condition as evidenced by sticky residue, edging missing and wood wearing.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2022, the staff listed need the following information: A.J.-needs 12 hours, D.C.-needs 12 hours.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (3) (A)
“Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the following staff H.G., A.J., D.C., N.H.”
5 CSR 25-500.102
“A medical examination report did not include either a Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis form or a negative tuberculin skin test (TST) for the following staff: N.H. and S.N.”
5 CSR 25-500.122
“Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for N.H. as evidenced by a medical examination was not on file within 30 days of an individual beginning to work with children.”
5 CSR 25-500.122 (1) (A)
“Criminal background check results were not on file for A.J., D.J., and N.H.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1)

Oct 11, 202316 citations

“The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for All staff within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (C)
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: purse. The item(s) was/were located on a table.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I)
“The floors located in the 2's, Pre-k and preschool rooms was/were not in good condition as evidenced by stains, carpet peeling up, and tape residue.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by ground covering exposed.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.

12 more from this inspection

“The fall-zone area under and around outdoor equipment where children might fall and be injured was not covered with impact-absorbing materials to cushion a fall as evidenced by resilient material was not uniformly spread over the fall-zone area.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 7.
“The use of potty chairs/junior commode/adaptor seat did not meet requirements as evidenced by the potty chair was not emptied.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (3) (C) 2.
“The walls located in several areas was/were not in good condition as evidenced by dirty (wall and mirror in PreK) and chipping paint.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Furniture/equipment, changing tables, in bathroom and infant rooms was not in good condition as evidenced by dirty pad and table, chipping paint .”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“Requirements for the crib mattress/playpen padding/bedding were not met as evidenced by the mattress/pad was not waterproof.”
5 CSR 25-500.092
“Outdoor equipment, toy cars and house, in both playgrounds was not in good condition as evidenced by broken.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
“Furniture/equipment, shelves, in 2's room, preschool and toddler rooms was not in good condition as evidenced by sticky residue, edging missing and wood wearing.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the following staff H.G., A.J., D.C., N.H.”
5 CSR 25-500.102
“The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2022, the staff listed need the following information: A.J.-needs 12 hours, D.C.-needs 12 hours.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (3) (A)
“Criminal background check results were not on file for A.J., D.J., and N.H.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1)
“Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for N.H. as evidenced by a medical examination was not on file within 30 days of an individual beginning to work with children.”
5 CSR 25-500.122 (1) (A)
“A medical examination report did not include either a Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis form or a negative tuberculin skin test (TST) for the following staff: N.H. and S.N.”
5 CSR 25-500.122

Read every record and the state’s reports

State record — Missouri DESE Office of Childhood

Last visit: August 18, 2026
On file: 16 visits since October 2023 — 1 cited nothing
Fixed?: The latest correction deadline was August 4, 2026. Missouri DESE Office of Childhood does not publish whether it was made.
Most serious: Missouri DESE Office of Childhood does not publish a severity level for a citation, so there is no most-serious to name.

Missouri DESE marks every rule section of an inspection Compliance, Violation or Not Observed, and for each violation publishes the inspector’s observation, the rule quoted in full, the correction required and a deadline. A complaint investigation is published where the state substantiated a rule violation, with its disposition.

Aug 2026 Reinspection visit nothing cited State record

Aug 2026 Supplemental visit 1 finding

Supplemental visit · August 4, 2026

5 CSR 25-500.112 (1) (A) · Staff/Child Ratios · Correction due August 4, 2026

Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by five children , ages 15 months old to 2 years old, were cared for by one adult caregiver(s).

Required correction: Staff/child ratios and group sizes shall be maintained at all times.

State licensing record

May 2026 Compliance verification visit 2 findings

Compliance verification visit · May 28, 2026

5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due May 28, 2026

The ceilings located in infant and 2nd bathroom was/were not clean as evidenced by stained tiles and dusty vent (4/20/2026).

Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due May 28, 2026

The floors located in pre-k was/were not in good condition as evidenced by tape peeling off floor and chipping paint above baseboard (4/20/2026).

Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

State licensing record

Apr 2026 Reinspection visit 4 findings

Reinspection visit · April 20, 2026

5 CSR 25-500.082 (III) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (B) 2. B. · Correction due April 20, 2026

The space for infants and toddlers is not separated by floor-to-ceiling walls.

Required correction: Infant/toddler space shall be separated from other child care space by floor-to-ceiling walls. (GF)

5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

The ceilings located in infant and 2nd bathroom was/were not clean as evidenced by stained tiles and dusty vent (4/20/2026).

Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

The floors located in pre-k was/were not in good condition as evidenced by tape peeling off floor and chipping paint above baseboard (4/20/2026).

Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

5 CSR 25-500.112 (1) (A) · Staff/Child Ratios · Correction due April 20, 2026

Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by seven children , ages 23-months-2-years-old, were cared for by 1 adult caregiver(s).

Required correction: Staff/child ratios and group sizes shall be maintained at all times.

State licensing record

Apr 2026 Compliance monitoring visit 6 findings

Compliance monitoring visit · April 8, 2026

5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (C) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due April 8, 2026

Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by upon CI S.'s arrival, caregiver ,M. T., was in the grassy area in front of the building, in between two parking lots lot with a group of eight children, 4-5-years-old.

Required correction: Caregivers shall restrict children to approved space.

5 CSR 25-500.082 (III) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (B) 2. B.

The space for infants and toddlers is not separated by floor-to-ceiling walls.

Required correction: Infant/toddler space shall be separated from other child care space by floor-to-ceiling walls. (GF)

5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

The floors located in pre-k was/were not in good condition as evidenced by tape peeling off floor and chipping paint above baseboard.

Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

5 CSR 25-500.082 (3) (C) 2. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due April 8, 2026

The use of potty chairs/junior commode/adaptor seat did not meet requirements as evidenced by the potty chair was not cleaned.

Required correction: The facility shall provide, clean, and disinfect potty training equipment as required.

5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

The ceilings located in infant and 2nd bathroom was/were not clean as evidenced by stained tiles and dusty vent.

Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

5 CSR 25-500.112 (1) (A) · Staff/Child Ratios

Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by seven children , ages 23-months-2-years-old, were cared for by 1 adult caregiver(s).

Required correction: Staff/child ratios and group sizes shall be maintained at all times.

State licensing record

Mar 2026 Compliance verification visit 6 findings

Compliance verification visit · March 2, 2026

5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A) · Annual Requirements · Correction due February 23, 2026

The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.

Required correction: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual fire safety requirements.

5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (C) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due February 10, 2026

Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by lock on kitchen door broken.

Required correction: Caregivers shall restrict children to approved space.

5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due December 22, 2025

The walls located in play room and two's room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by holes/exposed sheet rock and tape loose over phone jack cover.

Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due December 22, 2025

The walls located in play room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.

Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

5 CSR 25-500.102 · Personnel (4) (A) . · Correction due November 12, 2025

Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the following staff A.J. & D.J.

Required correction: The director, group home provider, other caregivers, and those volunteers counted in staff/child ratio, shall complete department-approved safe sleep training as required.

5 CSR 25-500.122 · Medical Examination Reports (1) (B) . · Correction due December 22, 2025

A medical examination report did not include either a Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis form or a negative tuberculin skin test (TST) for the following staff: A.H. and N.K.

Required correction: Medical examination reports shall include Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis forms or negative tuberculin skin test (TST) as required.

State licensing record

Oct 2025 Reinspection visit 13 findings

Reinspection visit · October 21, 2025

5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (C) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by lock on kitchen door broken.

Required correction: Caregivers shall restrict children to approved space.

5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due October 17, 2025

The floors located in twos room and preschool was/were not clean as evidenced by soiled area rug and stickers peeling off floor.

Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

The walls located in play room and two's room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by holes/exposed sheet rock and tape loose over phone jack cover.

Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

The walls located in play room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.

Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 9. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due October 21, 2025

There was evidence of dirt/debris in that there was sticky residue on shelf and soiled shape pillow covers (yellow & pink) in infant room .

Required correction: The facility shall be clean and pest free.

5 CSR 25-500.082 (3) (A) 7. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due October 20, 2025

The bathroom was not clean and odor free as evidenced by the toilet was soiled.

Required correction: Bathrooms shall be clean and odor free.

5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due October 17, 2025

The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by ground covering exposed, creating a tripping hazard.

Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.

5 CSR 25-500.092 · Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 2. C. · Correction due October 21, 2025

The facility does not have evidence that the crib meets the Consumer Product Safety Commission and ASTM International safety standards.

Required correction: Sleeping equipment shall meet safety requirements.

5 CSR 25-500.092 · Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 2. D. · Correction due October 21, 2025

Requirements for the crib mattress/playpen padding/bedding were not met as evidenced by a fitted sheet was not used.

Required correction: Sleeping equipment shall meet safety and sanitation requirements.

5 CSR 25-500.102 · Personnel (4) (A) .

Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the following staff A.J. & D.J.

Required correction: The director, group home provider, other caregivers, and those volunteers counted in staff/child ratio, shall complete department-approved safe sleep training as required.

5 CSR 25-500.122 (1) (A) · Medical Examination Reports · Correction due October 17, 2025

Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for M.A. and A.H. as evidenced by a medical examination was not on file within 30 days of an individual beginning to work with children.

Required correction: Medical reports shall be on file as required.

5 CSR 25-500.122 · Medical Examination Reports (1) (B) .

A medical examination report did not include either a Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis form or a negative tuberculin skin test (TST) for the following staff: A.H. and N.K.

Required correction: Medical examination reports shall include Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis forms or negative tuberculin skin test (TST) as required.

5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A) · Annual Requirements

The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.

Required correction: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual fire safety requirements.

State licensing record

Oct 2025 Compliance monitoring visit 17 findings

Compliance monitoring visit · October 6, 2025

5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A) · Annual Requirements

The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.

Required correction: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual fire safety requirements.

5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (C) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due August 13, 2025

Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by furnace room door not locked.

Required correction: Caregivers shall restrict children to approved space.

5 CSR 25-500.082 (II) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (B) 2. A. · Correction due October 6, 2025

Requirements for a protected crawl area were not met in that a washable area rug was not laundered daily.

Required correction: A protected crawl area shall be provided as required.

5 CSR 25-500.082 (III) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (B) 2. B. · Correction due October 6, 2025

The space for infants and toddlers is not separated by floor-to-ceiling walls.

Required correction: Infant/toddler space shall be separated from other child care space by floor-to-ceiling walls. (GF)

5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

The walls located in play room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.

Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due August 21, 2025

The ceilings located in pre-k room was/were not clean as evidenced by stained tiles.

Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 9. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

There was evidence of dirt/debris in that there was sticky residue on shelf and soiled shape pillow covers (yellow & pink) in infant room .

Required correction: The facility shall be clean and pest free.

5 CSR 25-500.082 (3) (A) 7. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

The bathroom was not clean and odor free as evidenced by the toilet was soiled.

Required correction: Bathrooms shall be clean and odor free.

5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers