Lees Summit · Licensed center

Child Prodigy Children's Center East

Medium center, licensed for 118 children.
Run by a for-profit business, which holds the license.

What the state has found

The state cited rules at all 27 of its licensing inspections since September 2023.

Of the 136 Kansas City-area centers with 10 or more licensing inspections, 57% had rules cited at all of them, as this center did.

Licensing inspections

Sep 8, 20264 citations

“The annual sanitation inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (B)
“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)
“The walls located in the prek classroom next to the director's office and on the classroom door was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipped/peeling paint was observed accessible to the children in care.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The walls located in the Firefly Room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by double doors to the utility closet were not able to close fully and jammed off track when facility representative attempted to close. Finger guards on the doors were tearing at bottom of the strips..”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.

Jul 17, 20263 citations

“The annual sanitation inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (B)
“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)
“The walls located in the prek classroom next to the director's office and on the classroom door was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipped/peeling paint was observed accessible to the children in care.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.

May 26, 20262 citations

“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)
“The walls located in the prek classroom next to the director's office and on the classroom door was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipped/peeling paint was observed accessible to the children in care.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.

May 11, 20263 citations

“The walls located in the prek classroom next to the director's office and on the classroom door was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipped/peeling paint was observed accessible to the children in care.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Caregiver did not provide frequent, direct contact as evidenced by CI Eddins observing Child A alone in the hallway sitting down outside of her classroom with no adults present. Caregiver K.K. is the primary caregiver of Child A. CI Eddins interviewed K. who stated that she was transitioning from bike time and was walking her 10 4-year-old children back to her classroom to get ready for lunch at around 11:50 a.m. She admitted that she forgot to conduct a name-to-face count and did not see Child A return to her room. Child A must have been outside in the hallway for around five to six minutes alone. This was the only time she had a supervision related concern. Director J.B. and Regional Director B.R. stated that they reviewed cameras and observed Child A alone in the hallway for around seven minutes. Child A was alone from 11:50 a.m. to 11:57 a.m. with CI Eddins being the first person to observe Child A in the hallway. Child A did not appear scared or injured. CI Eddins walked Child A back to her classroom. J. and B. stated that K. will most likely be terminated for this incident. CI Eddins called Parent A and Parent B to inform them of the situation. They did not have any questions or concerns about incident and were thankful that Child A was safe. Caregiver A. also observed Child A right around the same time CI Eddins did in the hallway. She helped CI Eddins find Child A’s caregiver. A. did not know how long Child A was left outside in the hallway for..”
5 CSR 25-500.182 (1) (A) 3.
“A child was left without competent supervision as evidenced by CI Eddins observing Child A alone in the hallway sitting down outside of her classroom with no adults present. Caregiver K.K. is the primary caregiver of Child A. CI Eddins interviewed K. who stated that she was transitioning from bike time and was walking her 10 4-year-old children back to her classroom to get ready for lunch at around 11:50 a.m. She admitted that she forgot to conduct a name-to-face count and did not see Child A return to her room. Child A must have been outside in the hallway for around five to six minutes alone. This was the only time she had a supervision related concern. Director J.B. and Regional Director B.R. stated that they reviewed cameras and observed Child A alone in the hallway for around seven minutes. Child A was alone from 11:50 a.m. to 11:57 a.m. with CI Eddins being the first person to observe Child A in the hallway. Child A did not appear scared or injured. CI Eddins walked Child A back to her classroom. J. and B. stated that K. will most likely be terminated for this incident. CI Eddins called Parent A and Parent B to inform them of the situation. They did not have any questions or concerns about incident and were thankful that Child A was safe. Caregiver A. also observed Child A right around the same time CI Eddins did in the hallway. She helped CI Eddins find Child A’s caregiver. A. did not know how long Child A was left outside in the hallway for..”
5 CSR 25-500.182 (1) (A) 1.

May 7, 202611 citations

“The Annual Declaration was not submitted.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (1) (A)
“The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for Z.A., M.B., J.B., M.H., M.M., S.P., B.R., S.S. and R.W. within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (C)
“The walls located in the pre-k classroom next to the directors office and on the classroom door was/were not in good condition as evidenced by tipped/peeling paint was observed accessible to the children in care.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Requirements of 19 CSR 30-62.087 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by fire drills were not held at least one time each month.”
5 CSR 25-500.087 (2) (F)

7 more from this inspection

“1 child(ren) records did not include telephone number of family physician or hospital.”
5 CSR 25-500.222 (2) (D)
“The staff sheet was not submitted.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (1) (D)
“Caregiver did not provide frequent, direct contact as evidenced by CI Eddins observing Child A alone in the hallway sitting down outside of her classroom with no adults present. Caregiver K.K. is the primary caregiver of Child A. CI Eddins interviewed K. who stated that she was transitioning from bike time and was walking her 10 4-year-old children back to her classroom to get ready for lunch at around 11:50 a.m. She admitted that she forgot to conduct a name-to-face count and did not see Child A return to her room. Child A must have been outside in the hallway for around five to six minutes alone. This was the only time she had a supervision related concern. Director J.B. and Regional Director B.R. stated that they reviewed cameras and observed Child A alone in the hallway for around seven minutes. Child A was alone from 11:50 a.m. to 11:57 a.m. with CI Eddins being the first person to observe Child A in the hallway. Child A did not appear scared or injured. CI Eddins walked Child A back to her classroom. J. and B. stated that K. will most likely be terminated for this incident. CI Eddins called Parent A and Parent B to inform them of the situation. They did not have any questions or concerns about incident and were thankful that Child A was safe. Caregiver A. also observed Child A right around the same time CI Eddins did in the hallway. She helped CI Eddins find Child A’s caregiver. A. did not know how long Child A was left outside in the hallway for. .”
5 CSR 25-500.182 (1) (A) 3.
“A child was left without competent supervision as evidenced by CI Eddins observing Child A alone in the hallway sitting down outside of her classroom with no adults present. Caregiver K.K. is the primary caregiver of Child A. CI Eddins interviewed K. who stated that she was transitioning from bike time and was walking her 10 4-year-old children back to her classroom to get ready for lunch at around 11:50 a.m. She admitted that she forgot to conduct a name-to-face count and did not see Child A return to her room. Child A must have been outside in the hallway for around five to six minutes alone. This was the only time she had a supervision related concern. Director J.B. and Regional Director B.R. stated that they reviewed cameras and observed Child A alone in the hallway for around seven minutes. Child A was alone from 11:50 a.m. to 11:57 a.m. with CI Eddins being the first person to observe Child A in the hallway. Child A did not appear scared or injured. CI Eddins walked Child A back to her classroom. J. and B. stated that K. will most likely be terminated for this incident. CI Eddins called Parent A and Parent B to inform them of the situation. They did not have any questions or concerns about incident and were thankful that Child A was safe. Caregiver A. also observed Child A right around the same time CI Eddins did in the hallway. She helped CI Eddins find Child A’s caregiver. A. did not know how long Child A was left outside in the hallway for. .”
5 CSR 25-500.182 (1) (A) 1.
“2 child(ren) records did not include address of another individual who might be reached in an emergency.”
5 CSR 25-500.222 (2) (C)
“Criminal background check results were older than five (5) years for M.B. and R.W.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (5)
“Criminal background check results were not on file for M.H.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1)

May 4, 20269 citations

“The Annual Declaration was not submitted.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (1) (A)
“Requirements of 19 CSR 30-62.087 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by fire drills were not held at least one time each month.”
5 CSR 25-500.087 (2) (F)
“2 child(ren) records did not include address of another individual who might be reached in an emergency.”
5 CSR 25-500.222 (2) (C)
“1 child(ren) records did not include telephone number of family physician or hospital.”
5 CSR 25-500.222 (2) (D)

5 more from this inspection

“Criminal background check results were not on file for M.H.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1)
“The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for Z.A., M.B., J.B., M.H., M.M., S.P., B.R., S.S. and R.W. within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (C)
“The staff sheet was not submitted.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (1) (D)
“The walls located in the prek classroom next to the director's office and on the classroom door was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipped/peeling paint was observed accessible to the children in care.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Criminal background check results were older than five (5) years for M.B. and R.W.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (5)

Oct 6, 20258 citations

“The staff sheet was not submitted.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (1) (D)
“The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for Z.A., M.B., J.B., M.H., M.M., S.P., B.R., S.S. and R.W. within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (C)
“The Annual Declaration was not submitted.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (1) (A)
“Requirements of 19 CSR 30-62.087 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by fire drills were not held at least one time each month.”
5 CSR 25-500.087 (2) (F)

4 more from this inspection

“2 child(ren) records did not include address of another individual who might be reached in an emergency.”
5 CSR 25-500.222 (2) (C)
“1 child(ren) records did not include telephone number of family physician or hospital.”
5 CSR 25-500.222 (2) (D)
“Criminal background check results were older than five (5) years for M.B. and R.W.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (5)
“Criminal background check results were not on file for M.H.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1)

Sep 2, 20251 citation

“The annual sanitation inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (B)

Jul 28, 20251 citation

“The annual sanitation inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (B)

Jun 18, 20253 citations

“The equipment list did not contain a list of equipment as required in 5 CSR 25-500.092.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (1) (C)
“The requirements for sleeping materials were not met as evidenced by there was an inadequate amount of approved sleeping equipment - the number short was 41 of 118 sheets with no blankets reported.”
5 CSR 25-500.092
“The requirements for sleeping materials were not met as evidenced by there was an inadequate amount of approved sleeping equipment - the number short was 12 of 118 cots and cribs.”
5 CSR 25-500.092

May 20, 20259 citations

“The equipment list did not contain a list of equipment as required in 5 CSR 25-500.092.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (1) (C)
“The requirements for sleeping materials were not met as evidenced by there was an inadequate amount of approved sleeping equipment - the number short was 12 of 118 cots and cribs.”
5 CSR 25-500.092
“The requirements for sleeping materials were not met as evidenced by there was an inadequate amount of approved sleeping equipment - the number short was 41 of 118 sheets with no blankets reported.”
5 CSR 25-500.092
“A facility orientation was not conducted for a caregiver(s) before being left alone with children. The following staff need a facility orientation: M.H.”
5 CSR 25-500.102

5 more from this inspection

“Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for J.B., L.D., P.L., A.M., A.M. and A.S. 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: J.B., P.L., A.M., A.M. and A.S.”
5 CSR 25-500.122
“The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for A.M. and S.S. within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (C)
“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)
“The equipment list was not submitted.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (1) (C)

Apr 22, 20258 citations

“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)
“The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for A.M. and S.S. within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (C)
“The equipment list was not submitted.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (1) (C)
“The walls located prek classroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipped and peeling paint was observed.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.

4 more from this inspection

“A facility orientation was not conducted for a caregiver(s) before being left alone with children. The following staff need a facility orientation: M.H.”
5 CSR 25-500.102
“Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for J.B., L.D., P.L., A.M., A.M. and A.S. 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: J.B., P.L., A.M., A.M. and A.S.”
5 CSR 25-500.122
“Criminal background check results were not on file for M.H.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1)

Jan 27, 202510 citations

“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)
“The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for A.M. and S.S. within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (C)
“Constructive, age-appropriate methods of discipline were not used as evidenced by a child was swatted with a slipper as discipline.”
5 CSR 25-500.182 (1) (C) 3.
“The equipment list was not submitted.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (1) (C)

6 more from this inspection

“The walls located prek classroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipped and peeling paint was observed.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“A facility orientation was not conducted for a caregiver(s) before being left alone with children. The following staff need a facility orientation: M.H.”
5 CSR 25-500.102
“Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for J.B., L.D., P.L., A.M., A.M. and A.S. 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: J.B., P.L., A.M., A.M. and A.S.”
5 CSR 25-500.122
“Physical punishment was used as evidenced by a child was swatted with a slipper as discipline.”
5 CSR 25-500.182 (1) (C) 7.
“Criminal background check results were not on file for M.H.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1)

Oct 11, 202412 citations

“Department staff were not permitted access to the facility as evidenced by facility staff did not respond to the doorbell. Doorbell was rung three times.”
5 CSR 25-500.042 (20)
“The equipment list was not submitted.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (1) (C)
“The Annual Declaration was not submitted.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (1) (A)
“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)

8 more from this inspection

“The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for A.M. and S.S. within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (C)
“The staff sheet was not submitted.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (1) (D)
“The walls located prek classroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipped and peeling paint was observed.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“A facility orientation was not conducted for a caregiver(s) before being left alone with children. The following staff need a facility orientation: M.H.”
5 CSR 25-500.102
“The facility does not have an approved director on staff.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (2) (A) 3.
“Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for J.B., L.D., P.L., A.M., A.M. and A.S. 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: J.B., P.L., A.M., A.M. and A.S.”
5 CSR 25-500.122
“Criminal background check results were not on file for M.H.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1)

Sep 13, 20242 citations

“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)
“The facility does not have an approved director on staff.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (2) (A) 3.

Sep 6, 20246 citations

“Flooring did not meet requirements as evidenced by flooring was not made of tile, linoleum or wood. The flooring material is large carpeted rugs that were not observed to be washable by the facility if soiled.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (VI)
“The walls located in the prek and toddler classrooms was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipped and peeling paint was observed and discussed with the person in charge.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The floors located in the school age classroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by a broken tile was observed.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“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

2 more from this inspection

“The facility does not have an approved director on staff.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (2) (A) 3.
“Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by nine children , ages 4 to 16-months-old , were cared for by Caregiver S.G. and Caregiver Z.A. adult caregiver(s).”
5 CSR 25-500.112 (1) (A)

Sep 4, 20246 citations

“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 does not have an approved director on staff.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (2) (A) 3.
“Flooring did not meet requirements as evidenced by flooring was not made of tile, linoleum or wood. The flooring material is large carpeted rugs that were not observed to be washable by the facility if soiled.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (VI)
“The walls located in the prek and toddler classrooms was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipped and peeling paint was observed and discussed with the person in charge.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.

2 more from this inspection

“The floors located in the school age classroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by a broken tile was observed.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by nine children , ages 4 to 16-months-old , were cared for by Caregiver S.G. and Caregiver Z.A. adult caregiver(s).”
5 CSR 25-500.112 (1) (A)

Aug 23, 20249 citations

“The walls located in the school age classroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by water damage was present from the room flooding.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The walls located around the AC overflow pan was/were not in good condition as evidenced by water damage was present due to the overflow pan not having the correct sensor and flooding the interior space.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The floors located in the school age classroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by flooding damage was present from water coming into the classroom from under the door from the playground.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Furniture/equipment, AC unit overflow pan, in the utility closet was not in good condition as evidenced by a proper sensor was not present resulting in interior flooding in the building.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.

5 more from this inspection

“The director was not responsible for planning, monitoring, and managing the facility's daily program as evidenced by the facility has no approved director.”
5 CSR 25-500.102
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by the playground did not have good drainage resulting in water from rainfall flooding into the classroom from underneath the door to the playground.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“The walls located in the prek and toddler classrooms was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipped and peeling paint was observed and discussed with the person in charge.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The facility does not have an approved director on staff.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (2) (A) 3.
“The department did not receive notification of a director change.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (2) (A) 6.

Aug 16, 20247 citations

“The walls located in the prek and toddler classrooms was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipped and peeling paint was observed and discussed with the person in charge.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Flooring did not meet requirements as evidenced by flooring was not made of tile, linoleum or wood. The flooring material is large carpeted rugs that were not observed to be washable by the facility if soiled.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (VI)
“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 director was not responsible for planning, monitoring, and managing the facility's daily program as evidenced by the facility has no approved director.”
5 CSR 25-500.102

3 more from this inspection

“The facility does not have an approved director on staff.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (2) (A) 3.
“The floors located in the school age classroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by a broken tile was observed.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The department did not receive notification of a director change.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (2) (A) 6.

May 7, 20246 citations

“The requirements for protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets were not met as evidenced by electrical outlets were not covered in that the infant, toddler and prek classrooms are were missing outlet covers.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (G)
“The walls located in the prek and toddler classrooms was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipped and peeling paint was observed and discussed with the person in charge.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Flooring did not meet requirements as evidenced by flooring was not made of tile, linoleum or wood. The flooring material is large carpeted rugs that were not observed to be washable by the facility if soiled.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (VI)
“The floors located in the school age classroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by a broken tile was observed.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.

2 more from this inspection

“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 does not have an approved director on staff.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (2) (A) 3.

Mar 12, 20241 citation

“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)

Feb 27, 20241 citation

“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)

Jan 23, 20247 citations

“The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for A.A., M.B., D.C., M.D., B.D., A.M., C.M., S.P., N.T., J.T., B.T., R.W. within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (C)
“Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the following staff A.A., S.G., E.H., S.L., A.M., C.M. and M.P.”
5 CSR 25-500.102
“Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for S.B., M.B., C.E., S.L., C.M., S.S., S.S., N.T., B.T. 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: S.B., C.E., S.L., S.S., S.S., N.T., B.T.”
5 CSR 25-500.122

3 more from this inspection

“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)
“The equipment list was not submitted.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (1) (C)
“Criminal background check results were not on file for S.B., M.B., B.D., C.E., E.H., C.L., S.L., A.M., C.M., S.P., M.P., S.S., N.T., J.T., B.T.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1)

Dec 12, 202312 citations

“The equipment list was not submitted.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (1) (C)
“The Annual Declaration was not submitted.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (1) (A)
“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)
“The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for A.A., M.B., D.C., M.D., B.D., A.M., C.M., S.P., N.T., J.T., B.T., R.W. within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (C)

8 more from this inspection

“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by the infant/toddler, prek and school age playgrounds had fallen debris and leaves from the trees along the fence line and around the equipment.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by the school age playground was observed to have trash present including but not limited to water logged cardboard, a Sara Lee Classic White bread bag, used sandwich bags, and a Hyvee food wrapper .”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the following staff A.A., S.G., E.H., S.L., A.M., C.M. and M.P.”
5 CSR 25-500.102
“Criminal background check results were not on file for S.B., M.B., B.D., C.E., E.H., C.L., S.L., A.M., C.M., S.P., M.P., S.S., N.T., J.T., B.T.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1)
“The facility did not have a fenced outdoor play area that was on or adjoining the day care property and was accessible without hazard as evidenced by the fence was not in good condition in that the fence on the prek playground was observed to have a broken board with sharp edges on the side closest to the front parking lot.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1.
“Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for S.B., M.B., C.E., S.L., C.M., S.S., S.S., N.T., B.T. 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: S.B., C.E., S.L., S.S., S.S., N.T., B.T.”
5 CSR 25-500.122
“The facility did not conduct a Family Care Safety Registry screening for A.A., who was hired on 10/25/2023.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (1) (P)

Nov 6, 202321 citations

“The annual fire safety inspection was not conducted.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)
“The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for A.A., M.B., D.C., M.D., B.D., A.M., C.M., S.P., N.T., J.T., B.T., R.W. within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (C)
“The facility is owned by a legal entity and evidence of good standing was not available.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (D)
“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)

17 more from this inspection

“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by plant overgrowth was observed on the school age playground in the open grass areas.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by plant overgrowth was observed on the infant/toddler playground along the fenceline.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“Requirements of 19 CSR 30-62.087 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by the disaster and tornado drill record was not available on the premises.”
5 CSR 25-500.087 (2) (F)
“Documentation of caregiver completion of the facility orientation was not on file for the following staff: S.S. and S.S.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (1) (L)
“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: S.B., C.E., S.L., S.S., S.S., N.T., B.T.”
5 CSR 25-500.122
“Criminal background check results were not on file for S.B., M.B., B.D., C.E., E.H., C.L., S.L., A.M., C.M., S.P., M.P., S.S., N.T., J.T., B.T.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1)
“The staff sheet was not submitted.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (1) (D)
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by the school age playground was observed to have trash present including but not limited to water logged cardboard, a Sara Lee Classic White bread bag, used sandwich bags, and a Hyvee food wrapper .”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by the infant/toddler, prek and school age playgrounds had fallen debris and leaves from the trees along the fence line and around the equipment.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“The facility did not have a fenced outdoor play area that was on or adjoining the day care property and was accessible without hazard as evidenced by the fence was not in good condition in that the fence on the prek playground was observed to have a broken board with sharp edges on the side closest to the front parking lot.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1.
“Requirements of facilities participation in disaster and emergency drills were not met as evidenced by the disaster or emergency drill was not held at least one time every three months.”
5 CSR 25-500.090 (3) (A)
“The facility did not conduct a Family Care Safety Registry screening for A.A., who was hired on 10/25/2023.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (1) (P)
“Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the following staff A.A., S.G., E.H., S.L., A.M., C.M. and M.P.”
5 CSR 25-500.102
“Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for S.B., M.B., C.E., S.L., C.M., S.S., S.S., N.T., B.T. 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)
“The equipment list was not submitted.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (1) (C)
“Requirements of 19 CSR 30-62.087 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by the fire drill record was not available on the premises.”
5 CSR 25-500.087 (2) (F)
“The Annual Declaration was not submitted.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (1) (A)

Oct 24, 202338 citations

“The Annual Declaration was not submitted.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (1) (A)
“The facility is owned by a legal entity and evidence of good standing was not available.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (D)
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: furnace/heating unit. The item(s) was/were located unlocked utility closet.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I)
“The floors located in the younger 2's classroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by 3 broken tiles were observed near the new cubbies where the old cubbies were removed.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.

34 more from this inspection

“There was evidence of dirt/debris in the Caterpillar room throughout the room.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 9.
“Diapering requirements were not met as evidenced by the diapering table was not located where caregiver could maintain supervision of his/her group of children. The diapering table was located facing the wall in the 1 year old classroom.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (4) (A)
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by trash including but not limited to food wrappers, empty chip bags, plastic bottle caps, Styrofoam cups, plastic cups and plastic cheese wrappers were observed in the grassy sections of the prek playground.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by plant overgrowth was observed on the infant/toddler playground along the fenceline.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by plant overgrowth was observed on the school age playground in the open grass areas.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by the infant/toddler, prek and school age playgrounds had fallen debris and leaves from the trees along the fence line and around the equipment.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by the school age playground was observed to have trash present including but not limited to water logged cardboard, a Sara Lee Classic White bread bag, used sandwich bags, and a Hyvee food wrapper .”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“Sleeping equipment was not arranged to provide required spacing as evidenced by there was no aisle on the long side of the napping equipment.”
5 CSR 25-500.092
“Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the following staff A.A., S.G., E.H., S.L., A.M., C.M. and M.P.”
5 CSR 25-500.102
“Criminal background check results were not on file for S.B., M.B., B.D., C.E., E.H., C.L., S.L., A.M., C.M., S.P., M.P., S.S., N.T., J.T., B.T.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1)
“The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for A.A., M.B., D.C., M.D., B.D., A.M., C.M., S.P., N.T., J.T., B.T., R.W. within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (C)
“The annual fire safety inspection was not conducted.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)
“The staff sheet was not submitted.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (1) (D)
“The facility did not have a fenced outdoor play area that was on or adjoining the day care property and was accessible without hazard as evidenced by the fence was not in good condition in that the fence on the prek playground was observed to have a broken board with sharp edges on the side closest to the front parking lot.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by plant overgrowth was observed on the prek playground in the open grass areas.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“The facility did not have a fenced outdoor play area that was on or adjoining the day care property and was accessible without hazard as evidenced by the fence had openings large enough for a child to crawl or fall through - the openings measured approximately 1 foot where the gate was not secured in the open yard.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1.
“The facility did not have a fenced outdoor play area that was on or adjoining the day care property and was accessible without hazard as evidenced by the fence was not in good condition in that the wooden gate to the infant/toddler playground showed visible damage near the locking mechanism in that a wooden beam was splintering and crumbling.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1.
“The floors located in the older 2's classroom was/were not clean as evidenced by tape residue was present on the tile.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The floors located in the 4 year old classroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by 3 broken tiles were observed in front of the door leading to the playground.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The walls located in the 4 year old classroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipped and peeling paint was present on both the yellow and gray walls.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The walls located in the Caterpillar room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipped and peeling paint was present.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The floors located in the younger 2's classroom was/were not clean as evidenced by tape residue was present on the tile.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: misc cooking knives and cooking scissors. The item(s) was/were located in the unlocked kitchen.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I)
“Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by kitchen door was open and unlocked.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (C)
“Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by utility closet door was unlocked with the key broken into the lock.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (C)
“The premises were not safe and suitable as evidenced by the back parking lot is being used for parking and vehicle passage. Children are needing to cross the parking lot to access the prek playground on the other side.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (A)
“Requirements of 19 CSR 30-62.087 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by the disaster and tornado drill record was not available on the premises.”
5 CSR 25-500.087 (2) (F)
“Requirements of 19 CSR 30-62.087 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by the fire drill record was not available on the premises.”
5 CSR 25-500.087 (2) (F)
“Requirements of facilities participation in disaster and emergency drills were not met as evidenced by the disaster or emergency drill was not held at least one time every three months.”
5 CSR 25-500.090 (3) (A)
“Documentation of caregiver completion of the facility orientation was not on file for the following staff: S.S. and S.S.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (1) (L)
“The facility did not conduct a Family Care Safety Registry screening for A.A., who was hired on 10/25/2023.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (1) (P)
“Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for S.B., M.B., C.E., S.L., C.M., S.S., S.S., N.T., B.T. 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: S.B., C.E., S.L., S.S., S.S., N.T., B.T.”
5 CSR 25-500.122
“The equipment list was not submitted.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (1) (C)

Sep 11, 202323 citations

“The premises were not safe and suitable as evidenced by the back parking lot is being used for parking and vehicle passage. Children are needing to cross the parking lot to access the prek playground on the other side.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (A)
“Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by kitchen door was open and unlocked.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (C)
“The requirements for protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets were not met as evidenced by electrical outlets were not covered in that outlets in the school age classroom did not have outlet covers.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (G)
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: furnace/heating unit. The item(s) was/were located unlocked utility closet.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I)

19 more from this inspection

“The floors located in the older 2's classroom was/were not clean as evidenced by tape residue was present on the tile.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“There was evidence of dirt/debris in the Caterpillar room throughout the room.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 9.
“Diapering requirements were not met as evidenced by the diapering table was not located where caregiver could maintain supervision of his/her group of children. The diapering table was located facing the wall in the 1 year old classroom.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (4) (A)
“The facility did not have a fenced outdoor play area that was on or adjoining the day care property and was accessible without hazard as evidenced by the fence had openings large enough for a child to crawl or fall through - the openings measured approximately 1 foot where the gate was not secured in the open yard.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by plant overgrowth was observed on the infant/toddler playground along the fenceline.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by plant overgrowth was observed on the prek playground in the open grass areas.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by trash including but not limited to food wrappers, empty chip bags, plastic bottle caps, Styrofoam cups, plastic cups and plastic cheese wrappers were observed in the grassy sections of the prek playground.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“The facility did not have a fenced outdoor play area that was on or adjoining the day care property and was accessible without hazard as evidenced by the fence was not in good condition in that the wooden gate to the infant/toddler playground showed visible damage near the locking mechanism in that a wooden beam was splintering and crumbling.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1.
“The floors located in the younger 2's classroom was/were not clean as evidenced by tape residue was present on the tile.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The floors located in the younger 2's classroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by 3 broken tiles were observed near the new cubbies where the old cubbies were removed.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The walls located in the Caterpillar room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipped and peeling paint was present.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The walls located in the 4 year old classroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipped and peeling paint was present on both the yellow and gray walls.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The floors located in the 4 year old classroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by 3 broken tiles were observed in front of the door leading to the playground.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: misc cooking knives and cooking scissors. The item(s) was/were located in the unlocked kitchen.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I)
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: bleach spray bottle for 3 step sanitization (full), rapid multi surface disinfectant twist top bottle (partially used), Member's Mark disinfectant wipes (partially used), Boudreaux's Butt Paste tube (partially used), adult non-safety scissors and Purebaby SPF 30 sunscreen tube (partially used). The item(s) was/were located on children's shelves and in cubbies in the 3 year old classroom.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I)
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: 1 jar of petroleum jelly (partially used), 1 tube Boudreaux's Butt Paste (partially used) and 1 jar Boudreaux's Butt Paste (partially used with paste on the outside of the jar). The item(s) was/were located in children's cubbies in the 2 year old classroom.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I)
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: Coppertone babies sunscreen tube (partially used), Equate sunscreen SPF 50 sunscreen tube (partially used), Walgreens SPF 70 Hydrating sunscreen tube (partially used) OFF spray can (1 large spray can mostly used), OFF spray can (1 small spray can partially used). The item(s) was/were located in the school age classroom on sink counter and cubbies.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I)
“Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by utility closet door was unlocked with the key broken into the lock.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (C)
“Sleeping equipment was not arranged to provide required spacing as evidenced by there was no aisle on the long side of the napping equipment.”
5 CSR 25-500.092

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State record — Missouri DESE Office of Childhood

Last visit: September 8, 2026
On file: 27 visits since September 2023 — all of them cited findings · 8 complaint investigations
Fixed?: The latest correction deadline was September 8, 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.

Sep 2026 Compliance monitoring visit 4 findings

Compliance monitoring visit · September 8, 2026

5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (B) · Annual Requirements · Correction due July 29, 2026

The annual sanitation inspection was not approved.

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

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 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due September 8, 2026

The walls located in the prek classroom next to the director's office and on the classroom door was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipped/peeling paint was observed accessible to the children in care.

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 the Firefly Room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by double doors to the utility closet were not able to close fully and jammed off track when facility representative attempted to close. Finger guards on the doors were tearing at bottom of the strips..

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

State licensing record

Jul 2026 Complaint Violation substantiated

Complaint · July 20, 2026

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

The staff/child ratio and group size shall be followed as outlined in the below chart unless it meets an exception in subparagraphs (1)(B)-(G) below: Infants, toddlers, and 2-year-olds shall have one caregiver for every four children with no more than eight children per group; Groups composed solely of children 24 to 36 months shall have one caregiver for every eight children with no more than 16 children per group; Groups composed solely of children 3 to 4 years shall have one caregiver for every 10 children with no more than 20 children per group; Groups composed solely of children 5 years or older shall have one caregiver for every 16 children with no more than 32 children per group; A mixed group of children consisting of no more than four children age 2 years, and at least one child older than 3 years shall have one caregiver for every 10 children with no more than 20 children per group; A mixed group of children consisting of more than four children ages 24 to 36 months, and at least one child older than 36 months shall have one caregiver for every eight children with no more than 16 children per group.

Required correction: The facility shall notify all caregivers (paid employees and paid or unpaid volunteers) of the violations which were substantiated and specify the actions to be taken by all caregivers, in order to comply with all violations cited. A copy of the memo, letter, or meeting agenda shall be submitted to the Office of Childhood.

State licensing record

Jul 2026 Supplemental visit 3 findings

Supplemental visit · July 17, 2026

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

The annual sanitation inspection was not approved.

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

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 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

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

State licensing record

May 2026 Supplemental visit 2 findings

Supplemental visit · May 26, 2026

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 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

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

State licensing record

May 2026 Reinspection visit 3 findings

Reinspection visit · May 11, 2026

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

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

5 CSR 25-500.182 (1) (A) 3. · Child Care Program · Correction due May 11, 2026

Caregiver did not provide frequent, direct contact as evidenced by CI Eddins observing Child A alone in the hallway sitting down outside of her classroom with no adults present. Caregiver K.K. is the primary caregiver of Child A. CI Eddins interviewed K. who stated that she was transitioning from bike time and was walking her 10 4-year-old children back to her classroom to get ready for lunch at around 11:50 a.m. She admitted that she forgot to conduct a name-to-face count and did not see Child A return to her room. Child A must have been outside in the hallway for around five to six minutes alone. This was the only time she had a supervision related concern. Director J.B. and Regional Director B.R. stated that they reviewed cameras and observed Child A alone in the hallway for around seven minutes. Child A was alone from 11:50 a.m. to 11:57 a.m. with CI Eddins being the first person to observe Child A in the hallway. Child A did not appear scared or injured. CI Eddins walked Child A back to her classroom. J. and B. stated that K. will most likely be terminated for this incident. CI Eddins called Parent A and Parent B to inform them of the situation. They did not have any questions or concerns about incident and were thankful that Child A was safe. Caregiver A. also observed Child A right around the same time CI Eddins did in the hallway. She helped CI Eddins find Child A’s caregiver. A. did not know how long Child A was left outside in the hallway for..

Required correction: The facility shall provide competent adult supervision for each child as required.

5 CSR 25-500.182 (1) (A) 1. · Child Care Program · Correction due May 11, 2026

A child was left without competent supervision as evidenced by CI Eddins observing Child A alone in the hallway sitting down outside of her classroom with no adults present. Caregiver K.K. is the primary caregiver of Child A. CI Eddins interviewed K. who stated that she was transitioning from bike time and was walking her 10 4-year-old children back to her classroom to get ready for lunch at around 11:50 a.m. She admitted that she forgot to conduct a name-to-face count and did not see Child A return to her room. Child A must have been outside in the hallway for around five to six minutes alone. This was the only time she had a supervision related concern. Director J.B. and Regional Director B.R. stated that they reviewed cameras and observed Child A alone in the hallway for around seven minutes. Child A was alone from 11:50 a.m. to 11:57 a.m. with CI Eddins being the first person to observe Child A in the hallway. Child A did not appear scared or injured. CI Eddins walked Child A back to her classroom. J. and B. stated that K. will most likely be terminated for this incident. CI Eddins called Parent A and Parent B to inform them of the situation. They did not have any questions or concerns about incident and were thankful that Child A was safe. Caregiver A. also observed Child A right around the same time CI Eddins did in the hallway. She helped CI Eddins find Child A’s caregiver. A. did not know how long Child A was left outside in the hallway for..

Required correction: The facility shall provide competent supervision for each child as required.

State licensing record

May 2026 Complaint Violation substantiated

Complaint · May 7, 2026

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

State licensing record

May 2026 Supplemental visit 11 findings

Supplemental visit · May 7, 2026

5 CSR 25-500.052 (1) (A) · Annual Requirements · Correction due May 4, 2026

The Annual Declaration was not submitted.

Required correction: The facility shall submit the Annual Declaration as required.

5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (C) · Annual Requirements · Correction due May 4, 2026

The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for Z.A., M.B., J.B., M.H., M.M., S.P., B.R., S.S. and R.W. within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.

Required correction: Required Family Care Safety Registry checks shall be conducted for all child care staff member(s) within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.

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

The walls located in the pre-k classroom next to the directors office and on the classroom door was/were not in good condition as evidenced by tipped/peeling paint was observed accessible to the children in care.

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

5 CSR 25-500.087 (2) (F) · Fire Safety · Correction due May 4, 2026

Requirements of 19 CSR 30-62.087 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by fire drills were not held at least one time each month.

Required correction: Fire, tornado, and other disaster drills shall be completed and recorded as required.

5 CSR 25-500.222 (2) (D) · Records and Reports · Correction due May 4, 2026

1 child(ren) records did not include telephone number of family physician or hospital.

Required correction: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

5 CSR 25-500.052 (1) (D) · Annual Requirements · Correction due October 8, 2025

The staff sheet was not submitted.

Required correction: The facility shall submit a current staff sheet as required.

5 CSR 25-500.182 (1) (A) 3. · Child Care Program

Required correction: The facility shall provide competent adult supervision for each child as required.

5 CSR 25-500.182 (1) (A) 1. · Child Care Program

Required correction: The facility shall provide competent supervision for each child as required.

5 CSR 25-500.222 (2) (C) · Records and Reports · Correction due May 4, 2026

2 child(ren) records did not include address of another individual who might be reached in an emergency.

Required correction: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

5 CSR 25-600.020 (5) · General Requirements · Correction due May 4, 2026

Criminal background check results were older than five (5) years for M.B. and R.W.

Required correction: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.

5 CSR 25-600.020 (1) · General Requirements · Correction due May 4, 2026

Criminal background check results were not on file for M.H.

Required correction: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.

State licensing record

May 2026 Compliance monitoring visit 9 findings

Compliance monitoring visit · May 4, 2026