Lees Summit · Licensed center
Child Prodigy Children's Center South
- Medium center, licensed for 117 children.
- Run by a for-profit business, which holds the license.
What the state has found
The state cited rules at all 21 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
Aug 6, 20261 citation
“The walls located in the boys bathroom was/were not finished with material which can be cleaned easily as evidenced by drywall exposed above the light switch plate .”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
Jul 28, 20265 citations
“The requirements for protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets were not met as evidenced by electrical outlets were not covered in that surge protector in the new infant space did not have outlet covers.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (G)
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: air fresheners. The item(s) was/were located in an unlocked cabinet below the sinks in the new I/T spaces.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I)
“The walls located in the boys bathroom was/were not finished with material which can be cleaned easily as evidenced by drywall exposed above the light switch plate .”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The facility's disaster and emergency plan was not available in each room used for childcare as evidenced by not available in the new I/T spaces.”
5 CSR 25-500.090 (2) (A)
1 more from this inspection
“Sleeping equipment was not arranged to provide required spacing as evidenced by the aisle on the long side of the napping equipment was too narrow - the space measured less than 2' (2 cribs).”
5 CSR 25-500.092
Jun 23, 20264 citations
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by rubber mats outside 2s room are not secure and uneven creating a tripping hazard.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by two broken fence slats with splintering wood.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by exposed landscaping material presenting a tripping hazard.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by PVC pipe is exposed presenting a tripping hazard.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
May 13, 20269 citations
“Bathroom supplies were not available and accessible to children as evidenced by there was no toilet paper.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (3) (A) 4.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by two broken fence slats with splintering wood.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by rubber mats outside 2s room are not secure and uneven creating a tripping hazard.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by PVC pipe is exposed presenting a tripping hazard.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
5 more from this inspection
“Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by door to utility room was unlocked.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (C)
“Bathroom supplies were not available and accessible to children as evidenced by there were no paper towels.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (3) (A) 4.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by exposed landscaping material presenting a tripping hazard.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“The means of egress in the preschool room (B.G.) was obstructed in that a child was napping on a cot placed directly in front of the exit to outside.”
5 CSR 25-500.087 (1) (M)
“Requirements for food sanitation were not maintained as evidenced by sippy cups and staff water bottles observed on handwashing sinks used following diaper changing.”
5 CSR 25-500.202 (1) (I)
Mar 5, 202610 citations
“The premises were not safe and suitable as evidenced by light bulb in bathroom in 2s does not have a cover.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (A)
“Lighting requirements for rooms used by children were not met as evidenced by the light was not working.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 4.
“The ceilings located Pre-K 2 was/were not in good condition as evidenced by one ceiling light is hanging (not secure).”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by bolts holding down the mat on the school-age playground are sticking up which presents a tripping hazard.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
6 more from this inspection
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by old broken white plastic irrigation tube is exposed.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“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)
“Outdoor equipment, the large climber, in on the SA playground was not free of loose parts as evidenced by missing bolt creating a loose piece for climbing.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
“The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2024, the staff listed need the following information: N.B. needs 6 more hours, C.H. needs 3.75 more hours, K.S. needs 3 more hours.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (3) (A)
“Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the following staff N.B., L.D., R.R.”
5 CSR 25-500.102
“Requirements for food sanitation were not maintained as evidenced by food prep items (sippy cups, bottle, spoon) observed on the handwashing sinks next to diaper changing surfaces in I/T rooms.”
5 CSR 25-500.202 (1) (I)
Nov 13, 202512 citations
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by bolts holding down the mat on the school-age playground are sticking up which presents a tripping hazard.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by old broken white plastic irrigation tube is exposed.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“The premises were not safe and suitable as evidenced by light bulb in bathroom in 2s does not have a cover.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (A)
“Lighting requirements for rooms used by children were not met as evidenced by the light was not working.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 4.
8 more from this inspection
“The ceilings located Pre-K 2 was/were not in good condition as evidenced by one ceiling light is hanging (not secure).”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by landscaping material is exposed in various places on both the school-age playground and preschool playground presenting a tripping hazard.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“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)
“Outdoor equipment, the large climber, in on the SA playground was not free of loose parts as evidenced by missing bolt creating a loose piece for climbing.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
“The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2024, the staff listed need the following information: N.B. needs 6 more hours, C.H. needs 3.75 more hours, K.S. needs 3 more hours.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (3) (A)
“Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the following staff N.B., L.D., R.R.”
5 CSR 25-500.102
“Requirements for food sanitation were not maintained as evidenced by food prep items (sippy cups, bottle, spoon) observed on the handwashing sinks next to diaper changing surfaces in I/T rooms.”
5 CSR 25-500.202 (1) (I)
“Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by door to utility room unlocked.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (C)
May 30, 20252 citations
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by exposed landscaping material posing a tripping hazard.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“Sleeping equipment was not arranged to provide required spacing as evidenced by the aisle on the long side of the napping equipment was too narrow - the space measured less than 2'.”
5 CSR 25-500.092
May 14, 20253 citations
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: staff purse. The item(s) was/were located on a low counter accessible to children.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I)
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by exposed landscaping material posing a tripping hazard.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“Sleeping equipment was not arranged to provide required spacing as evidenced by the aisle on the long side of the napping equipment was too narrow - the space measured less than 2'.”
5 CSR 25-500.092
Jan 28, 202513 citations
“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 that were between 3.5 and 9 inches and allow entrapment - the openings measured 4" .”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by irrigation pipe exposed .”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by exposed landscaping material presenting tripping hazard.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“Diapering requirements were not met as evidenced by the diapering table did not have a waterproof washable surface.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (4) (A)
9 more from this inspection
“The ceilings located in the hallway was/were not in good condition as evidenced by stained ceiling tile.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: staff purse. The item(s) was/were located low shelf in a preschool room.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I)
“Furniture/equipment, yellow desk, in the school-age area was not in good condition as evidenced by missing trim with exposed particle board.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“The requirements for equipment to be clean, in good condition and accessible were not met as evidenced by rug in a 2s room was dirty (removed from room).”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (2) (A) 1.
“The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2023, the staff listed need the following information: M.R. needs 1.75 more hours.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (3) (A)
“one child(ren) records did not include work schedule of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.”
5 CSR 25-500.222 (2) (B)
“one child(ren) records did not include employers' address of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.”
5 CSR 25-500.222 (2) (B)
“one child(ren) records did not include work telephone number of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.”
5 CSR 25-500.222 (2) (B)
“Criminal background check results were older than five (5) years for N.B., L.D. (compliant 1/17/25), T.P. (no longer employed 1/17/25), R.R., K.S. (no longer employed 1/17/25), L.S.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (5)
Nov 7, 202414 citations
“Diapering requirements were not met as evidenced by the diapering table did not have a waterproof washable surface.”
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 that were between 3.5 and 9 inches and allow entrapment - the openings measured 4" .”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by exposed landscaping material presenting tripping hazard.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: staff purse. The item(s) was/were located low shelf in a preschool room.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I)
10 more from this inspection
“The ceilings located in the hallway was/were not in good condition as evidenced by stained ceiling tile.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: cleaning supplies. The item(s) was/were located under a sink in a preschool room.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I)
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by irrigation pipe exposed .”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“Furniture/equipment, yellow desk, in the school-age area was not in good condition as evidenced by missing trim with exposed particle board.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“The requirements for equipment to be clean, in good condition and accessible were not met as evidenced by rug in a 2s room was dirty (removed from room).”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (2) (A) 1.
“The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2023, the staff listed need the following information: M.R. needs 1.75 more hours.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (3) (A)
“one child(ren) records did not include work telephone number of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.”
5 CSR 25-500.222 (2) (B)
“one child(ren) records did not include work schedule of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.”
5 CSR 25-500.222 (2) (B)
“one child(ren) records did not include employers' address of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.”
5 CSR 25-500.222 (2) (B)
“Criminal background check results were older than five (5) years for N.B., L.D., T.P., R.R., K.S., L.S.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (5)
Jun 21, 20242 citations
“The premises were not safe and suitable as evidenced by missing cover on light in 2s bathroom leaving exposed lightbulb.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (A)
“The floors located (rugs) in the school-age room, a 2s room, and 2 preschool rooms was/were not clean as evidenced by dirt spots/stains.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
May 14, 20247 citations
“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 outdoor space did not adjoin the child care property - the space was located across the parking lot with hazards along the path of access (parking lot traffic, chipping/peeling paint on both sheds, crumbling concrete on the sidewalk, drainage ditch).”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by exposed landscaping material presenting a tripping hazard.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“The premises were not safe and suitable as evidenced by missing cover on light in 2s bathroom leaving exposed lightbulb.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (A)
“Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by mop closet was unlocked.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (C)
3 more from this inspection
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: staff purse and cleaning agent. The item(s) was/were located on low shelves accessible to children.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I)
“The floors located (rugs) in the school-age room, a 2s room, and 2 preschool rooms was/were not clean as evidenced by dirt spots/stains.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by plastic irrigation pipe exposed with jagged edges presenting a tripping hazard.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
Feb 9, 20243 citations
“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 outdoor space did not adjoin the child care property - the space was located across the parking lot with hazards along the path of access (parking lot traffic, chipping/peeling paint on both sheds, crumbling concrete on the sidewalk, drainage ditch).”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1.
“The premises were not safe and suitable as evidenced by two bathroom light fixtures were missing covers (light bulbs exposed) - one 2s bathroom and one 3s bathroom .”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (A)
“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
Jan 17, 20245 citations
“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 outdoor space did not adjoin the child care property - the space was located across the parking lot with hazards along the path of access (parking lot traffic, chipping/peeling paint on both sheds, crumbling concrete on the sidewalk, drainage ditch).”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1.
“The premises were not safe and suitable as evidenced by two bathroom light fixtures were missing covers (light bulbs exposed) - one 2s bathroom and one 3s bathroom .”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (A)
“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
“Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for M.S., M.P., L.Z., A.S., S.S., 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)
1 more from this inspection
“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: M.P., L.Z., A.S., S.S.”
5 CSR 25-500.122
Dec 6, 202311 citations
“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 outdoor space did not adjoin the child care property - the space was located across the parking lot with hazards along the path of access (chipping/peeling paint on both sheds, crumbling concrete on the sidewalk, drainage ditch).”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by anchors holding down mat at the entrance of the play equipment area are sticking up which pose a tripping hazard.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by landscaping material exposed on school-agers playground which poses a tripping hazard.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“Outdoor equipment, one plastic picnic table, in the school-age playground was not in good condition as evidenced by cracked plastic benches on both sides.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
7 more from this inspection
“R.O., L.S., L.Z. did not complete safe sleep training within 30 days of employment or volunteering at the facility.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (4) (A) 3.
“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: M.R. needs 1.25 more training hours.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (3) (A)
“A facility orientation was not conducted for a caregiver(s) before being left alone with children. The following staff need a facility orientation: A.S.”
5 CSR 25-500.102
“Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for M.S., M.P., L.Z., A.S., S.S., 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: M.P., L.Z., A.S., S.S.”
5 CSR 25-500.122
“Criminal background check results were not on file for R.O., L.S., C.L.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1)
“The Annual Declaration was not submitted.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (1) (A)
Nov 14, 202314 citations
“The Annual Declaration was not submitted.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (1) (A)
“The equipment list was not submitted.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (1) (C)
“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 outdoor space did not adjoin the child care property - the space was located across the parking lot with hazards along the path of access (chipping/peeling paint on both sheds, crumbling concrete on the sidewalk).”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1.
10 more from this inspection
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by landscaping material exposed on school-agers playground which poses a tripping hazard.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“The requirements for protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets were not met as evidenced by an electrical plate was broken in that one electrical plate was broken in the 2s/3s room.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (G)
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by anchors holding down mat at the entrance of the play equipment area are sticking up which pose a tripping hazard.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“Outdoor equipment, one plastic picnic table, in the school-age playground was not in good condition as evidenced by cracked plastic benches on both sides.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
“R.O., L.S., L.Z. did not complete safe sleep training within 30 days of employment or volunteering at the facility.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (4) (A) 3.
“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: M.R. needs 1.25 more training hours.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (3) (A)
“A facility orientation was not conducted for a caregiver(s) before being left alone with children. The following staff need a facility orientation: A.S.”
5 CSR 25-500.102
“Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for M.S., M.P., L.Z., A.S., S.S., 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: M.P., L.Z., A.S., S.S.”
5 CSR 25-500.122
“Criminal background check results were not on file for R.O., L.S., C.L.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1)
Nov 3, 20231 citation
“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 that were between 3.5 and 9 inches and allow entrapment - the openings measured 6 inches.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1.
Oct 25, 20231 citation
“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 that were between 3.5 and 9 inches and allow entrapment - the openings measured 6 inches.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1.
Sep 22, 20233 citations
“Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by two children, ages 4 years, were cared for by no caregiver(s).”
5 CSR 25-500.112 (1) (C)
“Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by 20 children, ages 4-5, were cared for by 1 caregiver(s).”
5 CSR 25-500.112 (1) (C)
“Requirements for supervision of napping or sleeping children were not met as evidenced by no caregiver remained in the room while children were napping.”
5 CSR 25-500.182 (1) (A) 5.
Sep 18, 20233 citations
“Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by 20 children, ages 4-5, were cared for by 1 caregiver(s).”
5 CSR 25-500.112 (1) (C)
“Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by two children, ages 4 years, were cared for by no caregiver(s).”
5 CSR 25-500.112 (1) (C)
“Requirements for supervision of napping or sleeping children were not met as evidenced by no caregiver remained in the room while children were napping.”
5 CSR 25-500.182 (1) (A) 5.
Sep 13, 20231 citation
“Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by 20 children, ages 4-5, were cared for by 1 caregiver(s).”
5 CSR 25-500.112 (1) (C)
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State record — Missouri DESE Office of Childhood
- Last visit
- August 6, 2026
- On file
- 21 visits since September 2023 — all of them cited findings · 2 complaint investigations
- Fixed?
- The latest correction deadline was August 6, 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 Compliance verification visit 1 finding
Compliance verification visit · August 6, 2026
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due August 6, 2026
The walls located in the boys bathroom was/were not finished with material which can be cleaned easily as evidenced by drywall exposed above the light switch plate .
Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.
Jul 2026 Supplemental visit 5 findings
Supplemental visit · July 28, 2026
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (G) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due July 28, 2026
The requirements for protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets were not met as evidenced by electrical outlets were not covered in that surge protector in the new infant space did not have outlet covers.
Required correction: The facility shall use outlet covers or twist-lock outlets as required.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due July 28, 2026
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: air fresheners. The item(s) was/were located in an unlocked cabinet below the sinks in the new I/T spaces.
Required correction: Hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The walls located in the boys bathroom was/were not finished with material which can be cleaned easily as evidenced by drywall exposed above the light switch plate .
Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.
5 CSR 25-500.090 (2) (A) · Disaster and Emergency Preparedness · Correction due July 28, 2026
The facility's disaster and emergency plan was not available in each room used for childcare as evidenced by not available in the new I/T spaces.
Required correction: The facilities disaster and emergency plan must be available in required locations.
5 CSR 25-500.092 · Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1. D. · Correction due July 28, 2026
Sleeping equipment was not arranged to provide required spacing as evidenced by the aisle on the long side of the napping equipment was too narrow - the space measured less than 2' (2 cribs).
Required correction: Caregivers shall provide a two foot (2') aisle on one long side of the napping equipment.
Jun 2026 Compliance verification visit 4 findings
Compliance verification visit · June 23, 2026
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due June 22, 2026
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by rubber mats outside 2s room are not secure and uneven creating a tripping hazard.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due June 22, 2026
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by two broken fence slats with splintering wood.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due June 22, 2026
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by exposed landscaping material presenting a tripping hazard.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due June 22, 2026
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by PVC pipe is exposed presenting a tripping hazard.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
May 2026 Compliance monitoring visit 9 findings
Compliance monitoring visit · May 13, 2026
5 CSR 25-500.082 (3) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due May 13, 2026
Bathroom supplies were not available and accessible to children as evidenced by there was no toilet paper.
Required correction: The facility shall provide paper towels, soap and toilet paper, accessible for children's use.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by two broken fence slats with splintering wood.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by rubber mats outside 2s room are not secure and uneven creating a tripping hazard.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by PVC pipe is exposed presenting a tripping hazard.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (C) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due May 13, 2026
Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by door to utility room was unlocked.
Required correction: Caregivers shall restrict children to approved space.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (3) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due May 13, 2026
Bathroom supplies were not available and accessible to children as evidenced by there were no paper towels.
Required correction: The facility shall provide paper towels, soap and toilet paper, accessible for children's use.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by exposed landscaping material presenting a tripping hazard.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
5 CSR 25-500.087 (1) (M) · Fire Safety · Correction due May 13, 2026
The means of egress in the preschool room (B.G.) was obstructed in that a child was napping on a cot placed directly in front of the exit to outside.
Required correction: Means of egress must be unobstructed.
5 CSR 25-500.202 (1) (I) · Nutrition and Food Service · Correction due May 13, 2026
Requirements for food sanitation were not maintained as evidenced by sippy cups and staff water bottles observed on handwashing sinks used following diaper changing.
Required correction: The facility shall follow state and local rules regarding food service sanitation.
Mar 2026 Compliance verification visit 10 findings
Compliance verification visit · March 5, 2026
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (A) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due February 17, 2026
The premises were not safe and suitable as evidenced by light bulb in bathroom in 2s does not have a cover.
Required correction: The premises shall be safe and suitable for the care of children.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due February 17, 2026
Lighting requirements for rooms used by children were not met as evidenced by the light was not working.
Required correction: Rooms used by children shall be equipped with required lighting.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due February 17, 2026
The ceilings located Pre-K 2 was/were not in good condition as evidenced by one ceiling light is hanging (not secure).
Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due February 27, 2026
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by bolts holding down the mat on the school-age playground are sticking up which presents a tripping hazard.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due February 17, 2026
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by old broken white plastic irrigation tube is exposed.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
5 CSR 25-500.087 (2) (F) · Fire Safety · Correction due February 17, 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 25-500.092 (3) (A) · Furniture, Equipment and Materials · Correction due February 17, 2026
Outdoor equipment, the large climber, in on the SA playground was not free of loose parts as evidenced by missing bolt creating a loose piece for climbing.
Required correction: Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.
5 CSR 25-500.102 (3) (A) · Personnel · Correction due February 19, 2026
The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2024, the staff listed need the following information: N.B. needs 6 more hours, C.H. needs 3.75 more hours, K.S. needs 3 more hours.
Required correction: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.
5 CSR 25-500.102 · Personnel (4) (A) . · Correction due February 19, 2026
Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the following staff N.B., L.D., R.R.
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 25-500.202 (1) (I) · Nutrition and Food Service · Correction due February 17, 2026
Requirements for food sanitation were not maintained as evidenced by food prep items (sippy cups, bottle, spoon) observed on the handwashing sinks next to diaper changing surfaces in I/T rooms.
Required correction: The facility shall follow state and local rules regarding food service sanitation.
Nov 2025 Compliance monitoring visit 12 findings
Compliance monitoring visit · November 13, 2025
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by bolts holding down the mat on the school-age playground are sticking up which presents a tripping hazard.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by old broken white plastic irrigation tube is exposed.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (A) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The premises were not safe and suitable as evidenced by light bulb in bathroom in 2s does not have a cover.
Required correction: The premises shall be safe and suitable for the care of children.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
Lighting requirements for rooms used by children were not met as evidenced by the light was not working.
Required correction: Rooms used by children shall be equipped with required lighting.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The ceilings located Pre-K 2 was/were not in good condition as evidenced by one ceiling light is hanging (not secure).
Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due November 13, 2025
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by landscaping material is exposed in various places on both the school-age playground and preschool playground presenting a tripping hazard.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
5 CSR 25-500.087 (2) (F) · Fire Safety
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 25-500.092 (3) (A) · Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Outdoor equipment, the large climber, in on the SA playground was not free of loose parts as evidenced by missing bolt creating a loose piece for climbing.
Required correction: Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.
5 CSR 25-500.102 (3) (A) · Personnel
The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2024, the staff listed need the following information: N.B. needs 6 more hours, C.H. needs 3.75 more hours, K.S. needs 3 more hours.
Required correction: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.
5 CSR 25-500.102 · Personnel (4) (A) .
Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the following staff N.B., L.D., R.R.
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 25-500.202 (1) (I) · Nutrition and Food Service
Requirements for food sanitation were not maintained as evidenced by food prep items (sippy cups, bottle, spoon) observed on the handwashing sinks next to diaper changing surfaces in I/T rooms.
Required correction: The facility shall follow state and local rules regarding food service sanitation.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (C) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due November 13, 2025
Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by door to utility room unlocked.
Required correction: Caregivers shall restrict children to approved space.
May 2025 Compliance verification visit 2 findings
Compliance verification visit · May 30, 2025
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due May 29, 2025
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by exposed landscaping material posing 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) 1. D. · Correction due May 29, 2025
Sleeping equipment was not arranged to provide required spacing as evidenced by the aisle on the long side of the napping equipment was too narrow - the space measured less than 2'.
Required correction: Caregivers shall provide a two foot (2') aisle on one long side of the napping equipment.
May 2025 Compliance monitoring visit 3 findings
Compliance monitoring visit · May 14, 2025
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due May 14, 2025
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: staff purse. The item(s) was/were located on a low counter accessible to children.
Required correction: Hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by exposed landscaping material posing 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) 1. D.
Sleeping equipment was not arranged to provide required spacing as evidenced by the aisle on the long side of the napping equipment was too narrow - the space measured less than 2'.
Required correction: Caregivers shall provide a two foot (2') aisle on one long side of the napping equipment.
Jan 2025 Compliance verification visit 13 findings
Compliance verification visit · January 28, 2025
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due January 17, 2025
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 that were between 3.5 and 9 inches and allow entrapment - the openings measured 4" .
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be accessible without hazard.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due January 17, 2025
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by irrigation pipe exposed .
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due January 17, 2025
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by exposed landscaping material presenting tripping hazard.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (4) (A) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due January 17, 2025
Diapering requirements were not met as evidenced by the diapering table did not have a waterproof washable surface.
Required correction: The facility shall provide a safe and clean diapering table as required.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due January 17, 2025
The ceilings located in the hallway was/were not in good condition as evidenced by stained ceiling tile.
Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due January 17, 2025
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: staff purse. The item(s) was/were located low shelf in a preschool room.
Required correction: Hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1. · Furniture, Equipment and Materials · Correction due January 17, 2025
Furniture/equipment, yellow desk, in the school-age area was not in good condition as evidenced by missing trim with exposed particle board.
Required correction: The facility shall provide safe and clean furniture/equipment as required.
5 CSR 25-500.092 (2) (A) 1. · Furniture, Equipment and Materials · Correction due January 17, 2025
The requirements for equipment to be clean, in good condition and accessible were not met as evidenced by rug in a 2s room was dirty (removed from room).
Required correction: Indoor play equipment, clean and in good repair, shall be accessible to children.
5 CSR 25-500.102 (3) (A) · Personnel · Correction due January 17, 2025
The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2023, the staff listed need the following information: M.R. needs 1.75 more hours.
Required correction: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.
5 CSR 25-500.222 (2) (B) · Records and Reports · Correction due January 17, 2025
one child(ren) records did not include work schedule of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.
Required correction: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.
5 CSR 25-500.222 (2) (B) · Records and Reports · Correction due January 17, 2025
one child(ren) records did not include employers' address of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.
Required correction: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.
5 CSR 25-500.222 (2) (B) · Records and Reports · Correction due January 17, 2025
one child(ren) records did not include work telephone number of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.
Required correction: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.
5 CSR 25-600.020 (5) · General Requirements · Correction due January 28, 2025
Criminal background check results were older than five (5) years for N.B., L.D. (compliant 1/17/25), T.P. (no longer employed 1/17/25), R.R., K.S. (no longer employed 1/17/25), L.S.
Required correction: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.
Nov 2024 Compliance monitoring visit 14 findings
Compliance monitoring visit · November 7, 2024
5 CSR 25-500.082 (4) (A) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
Diapering requirements were not met as evidenced by the diapering table did not have a waterproof washable surface.
Required correction: The facility shall provide a safe and clean diapering table as required.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
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 that were between 3.5 and 9 inches and allow entrapment - the openings measured 4" .
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be accessible without hazard.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by exposed landscaping material presenting tripping hazard.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: staff purse. The item(s) was/were located low shelf in a preschool room.
Required correction: Hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The ceilings located in the hallway was/were not in good condition as evidenced by stained ceiling tile.
Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due November 7, 2024
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: cleaning supplies. The item(s) was/were located under a sink in a preschool room.
Required correction: Hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by irrigation pipe exposed .
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1. · Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Furniture/equipment, yellow desk, in the school-age area was not in good condition as evidenced by missing trim with exposed particle board.
Required correction: The facility shall provide safe and clean furniture/equipment as required.
5 CSR 25-500.092 (2) (A) 1. · Furniture, Equipment and Materials
The requirements for equipment to be clean, in good condition and accessible were not met as evidenced by rug in a 2s room was dirty (removed from room).
Required correction: Indoor play equipment, clean and in good repair, shall be accessible to children.
5 CSR 25-500.102 (3) (A) · Personnel
The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2023, the staff listed need the following information: M.R. needs 1.75 more hours.
Required correction: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.
5 CSR 25-500.222 (2) (B) · Records and Reports
one child(ren) records did not include work telephone number of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.
Required correction: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.
5 CSR 25-500.222 (2) (B) · Records and Reports
one child(ren) records did not include work schedule of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.
Required correction: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.
5 CSR 25-500.222 (2) (B) · Records and Reports
one child(ren) records did not include employers' address of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.
Required correction: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.
5 CSR 25-600.020 (5) · General Requirements
Criminal background check results were older than five (5) years for N.B., L.D., T.P., R.R., K.S., L.S.
Required correction: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.
Jun 2024 Compliance verification visit 2 findings
Compliance verification visit · June 21, 2024
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (A) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due June 20, 2024
The premises were not safe and suitable as evidenced by missing cover on light in 2s bathroom leaving exposed lightbulb.
Required correction: The premises shall be safe and suitable for the care of children.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due June 20, 2024
The floors located (rugs) in the school-age room, a 2s room, and 2 preschool rooms was/were not clean as evidenced by dirt spots/stains.
Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.
May 2024 Compliance monitoring visit 7 findings
Compliance monitoring visit · May 14, 2024
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due May 14, 2024
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 outdoor space did not adjoin the child care property - the space was located across the parking lot with hazards along the path of access (parking lot traffic, chipping/peeling paint on both sheds, crumbling concrete on the sidewalk, drainage ditch).
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be accessible without hazard.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due May 14, 2024
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by exposed landscaping material presenting a tripping hazard.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (A) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The premises were not safe and suitable as evidenced by missing cover on light in 2s bathroom leaving exposed lightbulb.
Required correction: The premises shall be safe and suitable for the care of children.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (C) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due May 14, 2024
Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by mop closet was unlocked.
Required correction: Caregivers shall restrict children to approved space.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due May 14, 2024
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: staff purse and cleaning agent. The item(s) was/were located on low shelves accessible to children.
Required correction: Hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The floors located (rugs) in the school-age room, a 2s room, and 2 preschool rooms was/were not clean as evidenced by dirt spots/stains.
Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due May 14, 2024
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by plastic irrigation pipe exposed with jagged edges presenting a tripping hazard.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
Feb 2024 Close supervision visit 3 findings
Close supervision visit · February 9, 2024
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
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 outdoor space did not adjoin the child care property - the space was located across the parking lot with hazards along the path of access (parking lot traffic, chipping/peeling paint on both sheds, crumbling concrete on the sidewalk, drainage ditch).
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be accessible without hazard.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (A) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due January 23, 2024
The premises were not safe and suitable as evidenced by two bathroom light fixtures were missing covers (light bulbs exposed) - one 2s bathroom and one 3s bathroom .
Required correction: The premises shall be safe and suitable for the care of children.
5 CSR 25-500.092 · Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1. D. · Correction due January 23, 2024
Sleeping equipment was not arranged to provide required spacing as evidenced by there was no aisle on the long side of the napping equipment.
Required correction: Caregivers shall provide a two foot (2') aisle on one long side of the napping equipment.
Jan 2024 Close supervision visit 5 findings
Close supervision visit · January 17, 2024
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
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 outdoor space did not adjoin the child care property - the space was located across the parking lot with hazards along the path of access (parking lot traffic, chipping/peeling paint on both sheds, crumbling concrete on the sidewalk, drainage ditch).
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be accessible without hazard.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (A) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The premises were not safe and suitable as evidenced by two bathroom light fixtures were missing covers (light bulbs exposed) - one 2s bathroom and one 3s bathroom .
Required correction: The premises shall be safe and suitable for the care of children.
5 CSR 25-500.092 · Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1. D.
Sleeping equipment was not arranged to provide required spacing as evidenced by there was no aisle on the long side of the napping equipment.
Required correction: Caregivers shall provide a two foot (2') aisle on one long side of the napping equipment.
5 CSR 25-500.122 (1) (A) · Medical Examination Reports · Correction due January 10, 2024
Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for M.S., M.P., L.Z., A.S., S.S., 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) . · Correction due January 10, 2024
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: M.P., L.Z., A.S., S.S.
Required correction: Medical examination reports shall include Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis forms or negative tuberculin skin test (TST) as required.
Dec 2023 Close supervision visit 11 findings
Close supervision visit · December 6, 2023
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
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 outdoor space did not adjoin the child care property - the space was located across the parking lot with hazards along the path of access (chipping/peeling paint on both sheds, crumbling concrete on the sidewalk, drainage ditch).
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be accessible without hazard.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due December 6, 2023
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by anchors holding down mat at the entrance of the play equipment area are sticking up which pose a tripping hazard.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due December 6, 2023
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by landscaping material exposed on school-agers playground which poses a tripping hazard.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A) · Furniture, Equipment and Materials · Correction due December 6, 2023
Outdoor equipment, one plastic picnic table, in the school-age playground was not in good condition as evidenced by cracked plastic benches on both sides.
Required correction: Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.
5 CSR 25-500.102 (4) (A) 3. · Personnel · Correction due December 6, 2023
R.O., L.S., L.Z. did not complete safe sleep training within 30 days of employment or volunteering at the facility.
Required correction: The department-approved safe sleep training must be completed within 30 days of employment or volunteering.
5 CSR 25-500.102 (3) (A) · Personnel · Correction due December 6, 2023
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: M.R. needs 1.25 more training hours.
Required correction: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.
5 CSR 25-500.102 · Personnel (1) (K) . · Correction due December 6, 2023
A facility orientation was not conducted for a caregiver(s) before being left alone with children. The following staff need a facility orientation: A.S.
Required correction: The facility shall ensure that a facility orientation occurs within 7 days of employment or volunteering and before caregivers are left alone with children.
5 CSR 25-500.122 (1) (A) · Medical Examination Reports
Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for M.S., M.P., L.Z., A.S., S.S., 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: M.P., L.Z., A.S., S.S.
Required correction: Medical examination reports shall include Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis forms or negative tuberculin skin test (TST) as required.
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1) · General Requirements · Correction due December 6, 2023
Criminal background check results were not on file for R.O., L.S., C.L.
Required correction: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.
5 CSR 25-500.052 (1) (A) · Annual Requirements · Correction due December 6, 2023
The Annual Declaration was not submitted.
Required correction: The facility shall submit the Annual Declaration as required.
Nov 2023 Compliance monitoring visit 14 findings
Compliance monitoring visit · November 14, 2023
5 CSR 25-500.052 (1) (A) · Annual Requirements
The Annual Declaration was not submitted.
Required correction: The facility shall submit the Annual Declaration as required.
5 CSR 25-500.052 (1) (C) · Annual Requirements · Correction due November 14, 2023
The equipment list was not submitted.
Required correction: The facility shall submit an equipment list as required.
5 CSR 25-500.052 (1) (D) · Annual Requirements · Correction due November 14, 2023
The staff sheet was not submitted.
Required correction: The facility shall submit a current staff sheet as required.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
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 outdoor space did not adjoin the child care property - the space was located across the parking lot with hazards along the path of access (chipping/peeling paint on both sheds, crumbling concrete on the sidewalk).
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be accessible without hazard.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by landscaping material exposed on school-agers playground which poses a tripping hazard.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (G) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due November 14, 2023
The requirements for protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets were not met as evidenced by an electrical plate was broken in that one electrical plate was broken in the 2s/3s room.
Required correction: The facility shall use outlet covers or twist-lock outlets as required.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by anchors holding down mat at the entrance of the play equipment area are sticking up which pose a tripping hazard.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A) · Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Outdoor equipment, one plastic picnic table, in the school-age playground was not in good condition as evidenced by cracked plastic benches on both sides.
Required correction: Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.
5 CSR 25-500.102 (4) (A) 3. · Personnel
R.O., L.S., L.Z. did not complete safe sleep training within 30 days of employment or volunteering at the facility.
Required correction: The department-approved safe sleep training must be completed within 30 days of employment or volunteering.
5 CSR 25-500.102 (3) (A) · Personnel
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: M.R. needs 1.25 more training hours.
Required correction: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.
5 CSR 25-500.102 · Personnel (1) (K) .
A facility orientation was not conducted for a caregiver(s) before being left alone with children. The following staff need a facility orientation: A.S.
Required correction: The facility shall ensure that a facility orientation occurs within 7 days of employment or volunteering and before caregivers are left alone with children.
5 CSR 25-500.122 (1) (A) · Medical Examination Reports
Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for M.S., M.P., L.Z., A.S., S.S., 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: M.P., L.Z., A.S., S.S.
Required correction: Medical examination reports shall include Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis forms or negative tuberculin skin test (TST) as required.
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1) · General Requirements
Criminal background check results were not on file for R.O., L.S., C.L.
Required correction: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.
Nov 2023 Complaint Violation substantiated
Complaint · November 10, 2023
Violation substantiated · 5 CSR 25-500.202(2)(A) · Nutrition and Food Service
The provider shall serve nourishing foods appropriate for the infant's nutritional requirements and developmental stages as specified by his/her parent(s) in a written diet plan.
Required correction: The facility shall notify all staff members of the violations which were substantiated, and specify the actions to be taken by all staff in order to comply with all violations cited. A copy of the memo, letter, or staff meeting agenda shall be submitted to the Office of Childhood.
Violation substantiated · 5 CSR 25-500.202(2)(B) · Nutrition and Food Service
The written diet plan for each infant/toddler shall be followed. The parent(s) shall update the plan according to the individual needs of the child until they grant permission in writing for the child to eat table foods.
Required correction: The facility shall notify all staff members of the violations which were substantiated, and specify the actions to be taken by all staff in order to comply with all violations cited. A copy of the memo, letter, or staff meeting agenda shall be submitted to the Office of Childhood.
Nov 2023 Compliance verification visit 1 finding
Compliance verification visit · November 3, 2023
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due November 3, 2023
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 that were between 3.5 and 9 inches and allow entrapment - the openings measured 6 inches.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be accessible without hazard.
Oct 2023 Close supervision visit 1 finding
Close supervision visit · October 25, 2023
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
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 that were between 3.5 and 9 inches and allow entrapment - the openings measured 6 inches.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be accessible without hazard.
Sep 2023 Reinspection visit 3 findings
Reinspection visit · September 22, 2023
5 CSR 25-500.112 (1) (C) · Staff/Child Ratios · Correction due September 22, 2023 · No longer on the state’s site as of September 25, 2026
Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by two children, ages 4 years, were cared for by no caregiver(s).
Required correction: Correct staff/child ratios shall be maintained.
5 CSR 25-500.112 (1) (C) · Staff/Child Ratios · Correction due September 22, 2023 · No longer on the state’s site as of September 25, 2026
Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by 20 children, ages 4-5, were cared for by 1 caregiver(s).
Required correction: Correct staff/child ratios shall be maintained.
5 CSR 25-500.182 (1) (A) 5. · Child Care Program · Correction due September 22, 2023 · No longer on the state’s site as of September 25, 2026
Requirements for supervision of napping or sleeping children were not met as evidenced by no caregiver remained in the room while children were napping.
Required correction: A caregiver shall be in the room with napping children, and shall be able to see and hear them.
Sep 2023 Supplemental visit 3 findings
Supplemental visit · September 18, 2023
5 CSR 25-500.112 (1) (C) · Staff/Child Ratios · No longer on the state’s site as of September 25, 2026
Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by 20 children, ages 4-5, were cared for by 1 caregiver(s).
Required correction: Correct staff/child ratios shall be maintained.
5 CSR 25-500.112 (1) (C) · Staff/Child Ratios · No longer on the state’s site as of September 25, 2026
Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by two children, ages 4 years, were cared for by no caregiver(s).
Required correction: Correct staff/child ratios shall be maintained.
5 CSR 25-500.182 (1) (A) 5. · Child Care Program · No longer on the state’s site as of September 25, 2026
Requirements for supervision of napping or sleeping children were not met as evidenced by no caregiver remained in the room while children were napping.
Required correction: A caregiver shall be in the room with napping children, and shall be able to see and hear them.
Sep 2023 Close supervision visit 1 finding
Close supervision visit · September 13, 2023
5 CSR 25-500.112 (1) (C) · Staff/Child Ratios · No longer on the state’s site as of September 25, 2026
Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by 20 children, ages 4-5, were cared for by 1 caregiver(s).
Required correction: Correct staff/child ratios shall be maintained.
Sep 2023 Complaint Violation substantiated
Complaint · September 12, 2023
Violation substantiated · 5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(A)1. · Child Care Program · No longer on the state’s site as of October 1, 2026
Caregivers shall not leave any child without competent adult supervision.
Required correction: The facility shall notify all staff members of the violations which were substantiated, and specify the actions to be taken by all staff in order to comply with all licensing violations cited. A copy of the memo, letter, or staff meeting agenda(s) shall be submitted to the Office of Childhood. Child Prodigy Children's Center South is placed on close supervision. This will involved routine compliance monitoring inspections. The facility will be notified in writing when close supervision ends.
Violation substantiated · 5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(A)3. · Child Care Program · No longer on the state’s site as of October 1, 2026
Caregivers shall provide frequent, direct contact so children are not left unobserved on the premises.
Required correction: The facility shall notify all staff members of the violations which were substantiated, and specify the actions to be taken by all staff in order to comply with all licensing violations cited. A copy of the memo, letter, or staff meeting agenda(s) shall be submitted to the Office of Childhood. Child Prodigy Children's Center South is placed on close supervision. This will involved routine compliance monitoring inspections. The facility will be notified in writing when close supervision ends.
Violation substantiated · 5 CSR 25-500.112(1)(D) · Staff/Child Ratios · No longer on the state’s site as of October 1, 2026
Ages Five (5) and Up. Groups composed solely of five (5) -year olds and older shall have no less than one (1) adult to every sixteen (16) children; and
Required correction: The facility shall notify all staff members of the violations which were substantiated, and specify the actions to be taken by all staff in order to comply with all licensing violations cited. A copy of the memo, letter, or staff meeting agenda(s) shall be submitted to the Office of Childhood. Child Prodigy Children's Center South is placed on close supervision. This will involved routine compliance monitoring inspections. The facility will be notified in writing when close supervision ends.
Violation substantiated · 5 CSR 25-500.212(1)(A) · Transportation and Field Trips · No longer on the state’s site as of October 1, 2026
The provider shall be responsible for the care, safety and supervision of children on field trips or at any time they transport children away from the facility.
Required correction: The facility shall notify all staff members of the violations which were substantiated, and specify the actions to be taken by all staff in order to comply with all licensing violations cited. A copy of the memo, letter, or staff meeting agenda(s) shall be submitted to the Office of Childhood. Child Prodigy Children's Center South is placed on close supervision. This will involved routine compliance monitoring inspections. The facility will be notified in writing when close supervision ends.
Violation substantiated · 5 CSR 25-500.212(3)(C) · Transportation and Field Trips · No longer on the state’s site as of October 1, 2026
Staff/child ratios shall be maintained at any time the provider transports children away from the facility.
Required correction: The facility shall notify all staff members of the violations which were substantiated, and specify the actions to be taken by all staff in order to comply with all licensing violations cited. A copy of the memo, letter, or staff meeting agenda(s) shall be submitted to the Office of Childhood. Child Prodigy Children's Center South is placed on close supervision. This will involved routine compliance monitoring inspections. The facility will be notified in writing when close supervision ends.
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A day here
- Hours
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, 5 days a week
- Updates for parents
- Daily digital communication, photos, and updates via app-based sharing plus parent-teacher conferences
Details
- Website
- childprodigycc.com
- Address
- 1251 SE Century Dr
- License
- 002892820, active
- Ages they serve
- 6 weeks to school age
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State record
From Missouri DESE Office of Childhood’s published reports, last checked October 10, 2026.
A day here
- Updates for parents — Checked July 2026 childprodigycc.com
- Hours — Checked July 2026 childprodigycc.com
Details
- Phone, Address, License — Checked July 2026 healthapps.dhss.mo.gov/…/Facility.aspx
- Website — Checked July 2026 childprodigycc.com
- Ages they serve — Checked July 2026 childprodigycc.com
- Who runs it — Checked October 2026 healthapps.dhss.mo.gov/…/Facility.aspx
Medium means the middle half of Kansas City-area’s 187 licensed centers by state-licensed capacity: 56 to 134 children. Small is 8 to 55; large is 135 to 729.