Liberty · Licensed center

Early Explorers Learning Center, LLC

Medium center, licensed for 80 children.
Run by a for-profit business, which holds the license.

What the state has found

The state cited rules at all 11 of its licensing inspections since October 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 27, 20269 citations

“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)
“The ceilings located in two year old classroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by missing ceiling tile.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The requirements for sleeping materials were not met as evidenced by 2 child(ren) 12 months or older, who nap or sleep, did not have a blanket.”
5 CSR 25-500.092
“A child was on a cot; no parental permission was on file.”
5 CSR 25-500.092

5 more from this inspection

“Outdoor equipment, tricycle , in the big playground was not in good condition as evidenced by broken seat.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (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: J.W.”
5 CSR 25-500.102
“The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2025, the staff listed need the following information: T.A. needs 1 hour, E.C. needs 3 hours, A.E. needs 0.75 hours, and A.P. needs 2 hours.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (3) (A)
“Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for T.A. 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 provider did not supply and serve food according to the Meal and Snack Food Chart as evidenced by snack did not have 2 different food components .”
5 CSR 25-500.202 (1) (A)

Jan 28, 202617 citations

“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)
“The walls located in twos room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The walls located in the hallway was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint on window frame.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The floors located in the Threes room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by cracked tile.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.

13 more from this inspection

“The ceilings located in two year old classroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by missing ceiling tile.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Furniture/equipment, door knob, in on boys bathroom in Threes B was not in good condition as evidenced by knob was broken.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“The requirements for sleeping materials were not met as evidenced by 2 child(ren) 12 months or older, who nap or sleep, did not have a blanket.”
5 CSR 25-500.092
“A child was on a cot; no parental permission was on file.”
5 CSR 25-500.092
“Outdoor equipment, large playground piece, in older playground was not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint on blue pole and red legs.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
“Outdoor equipment, mat, in older playground was not in good condition as evidenced by torn causing a tripping hazard.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
“Outdoor equipment, awning, in older playground was not in good condition as evidenced by torn areas.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
“Outdoor equipment, log cabin, in younger playground was not in good condition as evidenced by cracked plastic by window.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
“Outdoor equipment, tree house climbing piece, in older playground was not in good condition as evidenced by cracked plastic in green area.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (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: J.W.”
5 CSR 25-500.102
“The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2025, the staff listed need the following information: T.A. needs 1 hour, E.C. needs 3 hours, A.E. needs 0.75 hours, and A.P. needs 2 hours.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (3) (A)
“Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for T.A. 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 provider did not supply and serve food according to the Meal and Snack Food Chart as evidenced by snack did not have 2 different food components .”
5 CSR 25-500.202 (1) (A)

Jul 23, 202511 citations

“Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by staff restroom door was standing open.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (C)
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: Sunscreen. The item(s) was/were located in cubby box.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I)
“The floors located in the Threes room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by cracked tile.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The walls located in twos room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.

7 more from this inspection

“The walls located in the hallway was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint on window frame.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Furniture/equipment, door knob, in on boys bathroom in Threes B was not in good condition as evidenced by knob was broken.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“Outdoor equipment, tree house climbing piece, in older playground was not in good condition as evidenced by cracked plastic in green area.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
“Outdoor equipment, large playground piece, in older playground was not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint on blue pole and red legs.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
“Outdoor equipment, mat, in older playground was not in good condition as evidenced by torn causing a tripping hazard.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
“Outdoor equipment, awning, in older playground was not in good condition as evidenced by torn areas.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
“Outdoor equipment, log cabin, in younger playground was not in good condition as evidenced by cracked plastic by window.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)

Jun 24, 20251 citation

“Constructive, age-appropriate methods of discipline were not used as evidenced by On June 23, 2025, M.R., Caregiver, inappropriately picked up a four year old child by the arms when trying to get him into the classroom. He fell onto the classroom floor when M.R. let go of his arms. This was witnessed by the Director G.C. The facility's response to this inappropriate discipline was to terminate M.R.'s employment on June 23, 2025. .”
5 CSR 25-500.182 (1) (C) 3.

Mar 12, 20254 citations

“Furniture/equipment, Teacher's chair, in Fives classroom was not in good condition as evidenced by vinyl peeling off arms of a chair.”
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 mats in Ones have peeling vinyl.”
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 2024, the staff listed need the following information: G.C. needs 1.5 hours.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (3) (A)
“Criminal background check results were not on file for S.G., M.G., G.C., and C.O.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1)

Jan 23, 20259 citations

“Furniture/equipment, Teacher's chair, in Fives classroom was not in good condition as evidenced by vinyl peeling off arms of a chair.”
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 mats in Ones have peeling vinyl.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (2) (A) 1.
“A facility orientation was not conducted for a caregiver(s) before being left alone with children. The following staff need a facility orientation: E.C. and M.W.”
5 CSR 25-500.102
“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: G.C. needs 1.5 hours.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (3) (A)

5 more from this inspection

“One child(ren) records did not include home 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 work telephone number 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 not on file for S.G., M.G., G.C., and C.O.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1)

Oct 10, 20247 citations

“The walls located in the fours room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by molding was coming off of wall.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“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 it has chipping paint.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1.
“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)
“Furniture/equipment, door, in in break room accessible to children was not in good condition as evidenced by hinge was broken.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.

3 more from this inspection

“The requirements for equipment to be clean, in good condition and accessible were not met as evidenced by screw sticking out of kitchen unit in the Fours room.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (2) (A) 1.
“Outdoor equipment, piece with curly slide, in older playground was not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint on hand rail and fireman's pole.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
“Outdoor equipment, piece with curly slide, in older playground was not in good condition as evidenced by molding is coming off on one side of the landing.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)

Jul 15, 202412 citations

“The annual sanitation inspection was not conducted.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (B)
“Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by furnace door was unlocked.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (C)
“The walls located in the fours room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by molding was coming off of wall.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“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 it has chipping paint.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1.

8 more from this inspection

“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)
“Furniture/equipment, door, in in break room accessible to children was not in good condition as evidenced by hinge was broken.”
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 the shelves with toys in the Twos room were turned facing the wall.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (2) (A) 1.
“Outdoor equipment, little tykes house, in younger playground was not free of sharp parts as evidenced by plastic Little Tykes sign has chipped edges.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
“The requirements for equipment to be clean, in good condition and accessible were not met as evidenced by screw sticking out of kitchen unit in the Fours room.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (2) (A) 1.
“Outdoor equipment, piece with curly slide, in older playground was not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint on hand rail and fireman's pole.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
“Outdoor equipment, piece with curly slide, in older playground was not in good condition as evidenced by molding is coming off on one side of the landing.”
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 2023, the staff listed need the following information: E.C. 8 hours, A.P. .50 hours, K.S. 3 hours, and M.V. 1.5 hours.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (3) (A)

Apr 16, 202411 citations

“The annual sanitation inspection was not conducted.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (B)
“The walls located in toddler room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by crack in wall.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Requirements for the crib mattress/playpen padding/bedding were not met as evidenced by a non-fitted sheet was used.”
5 CSR 25-500.092
“Outdoor equipment, plastic caterpillar, in toddler playground was not in good condition as evidenced by crack in plastic with jagged edges.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)

7 more from this inspection

“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: E.C. 8 hours, A.P. .50 hours, K.S. 3 hours, and M.V. 1.5 hours.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (3) (A)
“The provider did not have parental acknowledgement on file indicating the parent received a copy of the provider's policies.”
5 CSR 25-500.132
“The provider did not have parental acknowledgement on file indicating the parent has been informed that Licensing Rules for Group Day Care Homes and Child Day Care Centers in Missouri are available for review.”
5 CSR 25-500.132
“The provider did not have parental acknowledgement on file indicating the parent and provider have agreed on a plan for continuing communication.”
5 CSR 25-500.132
“The provider did not have parental acknowledgement on file indicating the parent understands and agrees that the child may not be accepted for care when ill.”
5 CSR 25-500.132
“The facility did not meet requirements for child enrollment and health information on file as evidenced by One OE child(s) file did not have the parental acknowledgement they have received a copy of the provider's safe sleep policy.”
5 CSR 25-500.132
“The facility did not meet requirements for child enrollment and health information on file as evidenced by one LS child(s) file(s) did not have the parental acknowledgement they have been notified that they may request whether there are children for whom an immunization exemption has been filed for currently enrolled in or attending the facility.”
5 CSR 25-500.132

Jan 18, 202416 citations

“The annual sanitation inspection was not conducted.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (B)
“Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by staff room door was standing open .”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (C)
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: adult scissors. The item(s) was/were located in lower shelf of cubby cabinet in Pre K room.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I)
“The walls located in toddler room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by crack in wall.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.

12 more from this inspection

“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: can of sunscreen. The item(s) was/were located on the lower cubby cabinet in 4's room.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I)
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: screwdriver. The item(s) was/were located in unlocked drawer in 2's room.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I)
“Requirements for the crib mattress/playpen padding/bedding were not met as evidenced by a non-fitted sheet was used.”
5 CSR 25-500.092
“Outdoor equipment, plastic caterpillar, in toddler playground was not in good condition as evidenced by crack in plastic with jagged edges.”
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 2023, the staff listed need the following information: E.C. 8 hours, A.P. .50 hours, K.S. 3 hours, and M.V. 1.5 hours.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (3) (A)
“The provider did not have parental acknowledgement on file indicating the parent received a copy of the provider's policies.”
5 CSR 25-500.132
“The provider did not have parental acknowledgement on file indicating the parent has been informed that Licensing Rules for Group Day Care Homes and Child Day Care Centers in Missouri are available for review.”
5 CSR 25-500.132
“The provider did not have parental acknowledgement on file indicating the parent and provider have agreed on a plan for continuing communication.”
5 CSR 25-500.132
“The provider did not have parental acknowledgement on file indicating the parent understands and agrees that the child may not be accepted for care when ill.”
5 CSR 25-500.132
“The facility did not meet requirements for child enrollment and health information on file as evidenced by One OE child(s) file did not have the parental acknowledgement they have received a copy of the provider's safe sleep policy.”
5 CSR 25-500.132
“The facility did not meet requirements for child enrollment and health information on file as evidenced by one LS child(s) file(s) did not have the parental acknowledgement they have been notified that they may request whether there are children for whom an immunization exemption has been filed for currently enrolled in or attending the facility.”
5 CSR 25-500.132
“One NM child(ren) records did not include home telephone number of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.”
5 CSR 25-500.222 (2) (B)

Oct 20, 20232 citations

“The floors located infant room over the play pens was/were not in good condition as evidenced by peeling paint.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Outdoor equipment, infant/toddler playground, in tunnel was not in good condition as evidenced by broken pieces on bottom of tunnel with screws exposed.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)

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State record — Missouri DESE Office of Childhood

Last visit: August 27, 2026
On file: 11 visits since October 2023 — all of them cited findings
Fixed?: The latest correction deadline was August 27, 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 monitoring visit 9 findings

Compliance monitoring visit · August 27, 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 · Correction due June 11, 2026

The ceilings located in two year old classroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by missing ceiling tile.

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

5 CSR 25-500.092 · Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1. A.

The requirements for sleeping materials were not met as evidenced by 2 child(ren) 12 months or older, who nap or sleep, did not have a blanket.

Required correction: The facility shall provide sleeping equipment and bedding as required.

5 CSR 25-500.092 · Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 2. B. · Correction due June 11, 2026

A child was on a cot; no parental permission was on file.

Required correction: The facility shall use cots for toddlers only with written parental permission.

5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A) · Furniture, Equipment and Materials · Correction due August 27, 2026

Outdoor equipment, tricycle , in the big playground was not in good condition as evidenced by broken seat.

Required correction: Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.

5 CSR 25-500.102 · Personnel (1) (K) . · Correction due June 11, 2026

A facility orientation was not conducted for a caregiver(s) before being left alone with children. The following staff need a facility orientation: J.W.

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 25-500.102 (3) (A) · Personnel · Correction due June 11, 2026

The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2025, the staff listed need the following information: T.A. needs 1 hour, E.C. needs 3 hours, A.E. needs 0.75 hours, and A.P. needs 2 hours.

Required correction: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.

5 CSR 25-500.122 (1) (A) · Medical Examination Reports · Correction due June 11, 2026

Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for T.A. 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 25-500.202 (1) (A) · Nutrition and Food Service · Correction due June 11, 2026

The provider did not supply and serve food according to the Meal and Snack Food Chart as evidenced by snack did not have 2 different food components .

Required correction: Nourishing food shall be provided as required.

State licensing record

Jan 2026 Compliance monitoring visit 17 findings

Compliance monitoring visit · January 28, 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 · Correction due November 4, 2025

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

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

5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due November 4, 2025

The walls located in the hallway was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint on window frame.

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

5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due November 4, 2025

The floors located in the Threes room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by cracked tile.

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 ceilings located in two year old classroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by missing ceiling tile.

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

5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1. · Furniture, Equipment and Materials · Correction due November 4, 2025

Furniture/equipment, door knob, in on boys bathroom in Threes B was not in good condition as evidenced by knob was broken.

Required correction: The facility shall provide safe and clean furniture/equipment as required.

5 CSR 25-500.092 · Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1. A. · Correction due January 28, 2026

The requirements for sleeping materials were not met as evidenced by 2 child(ren) 12 months or older, who nap or sleep, did not have a blanket.

Required correction: The facility shall provide sleeping equipment and bedding as required.

5 CSR 25-500.092 · Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 2. B.

A child was on a cot; no parental permission was on file.

Required correction: The facility shall use cots for toddlers only with written parental permission.

5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A) · Furniture, Equipment and Materials · Correction due November 4, 2025

Outdoor equipment, large playground piece, in older playground was not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint on blue pole and red legs.

Required correction: Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.

5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A) · Furniture, Equipment and Materials · Correction due November 4, 2025

Outdoor equipment, mat, in older playground was not in good condition as evidenced by torn causing a tripping hazard.

Required correction: Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.

5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A) · Furniture, Equipment and Materials · Correction due November 4, 2025

Outdoor equipment, awning, in older playground was not in good condition as evidenced by torn areas.

Required correction: Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.

5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A) · Furniture, Equipment and Materials · Correction due November 4, 2025

Outdoor equipment, log cabin, in younger playground was not in good condition as evidenced by cracked plastic by window.

Required correction: Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.

5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A) · Furniture, Equipment and Materials · Correction due November 4, 2025

Outdoor equipment, tree house climbing piece, in older playground was not in good condition as evidenced by cracked plastic in green area.

Required correction: Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.

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: J.W.

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 25-500.102 (3) (A) · Personnel

Required correction: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.

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

Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for T.A. 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 25-500.202 (1) (A) · Nutrition and Food Service

The provider did not supply and serve food according to the Meal and Snack Food Chart as evidenced by snack did not have 2 different food components .

Required correction: Nourishing food shall be provided as required.

State licensing record

Jul 2025 Compliance monitoring visit 11 findings

Compliance monitoring visit · July 23, 2025

5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (C) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due July 23, 2025

Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by staff restroom door was standing open.

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 July 23, 2025

Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: Sunscreen. The item(s) was/were located in cubby box.

Required correction: Hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.