Kansas City · Licensed center

Grow in Peace Child Care

Large faith-based center, licensed for 175 children.
Run by a nonprofit. A board oversees it, and there are no owners taking profit.

What the state has found

The state cited rules at all 12 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

Jun 3, 20261 citation

“Furniture/equipment, the cabinet the refrigerator site in, in the toddler II room was not in good condition as evidenced by exposed unfinished plywood and loose piece of wood at bottom.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.

Apr 29, 20262 citations

“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: power mop solution . The item(s) was/were located in an unlocked cabinet in the preschool 3 room.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I)
“Furniture/equipment, the cabinet the refrigerator site in, in the toddler II room was not in good condition as evidenced by exposed unfinished plywood and loose piece of wood at bottom.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.

Nov 4, 20255 citations

“The ceilings located in the 2s room was/were not finished with material which can be cleaned easily as evidenced by the tile is missing.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The walls located 2s room by the cots was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The walls located in the bathroom by the toilet in the 3s and 4s room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.”
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 height of the fence was less than 42 inches high - the measured height was 37" on the NW side of the playground by the gate.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1.

1 more from this inspection

“The requirements for equipment to be clean, in good condition and accessible were not met as evidenced by one rug in the 4s and 5s room was dirty.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (2) (A) 1.

Oct 21, 20259 citations

“The ceilings located in the 2s room was/were not finished with material which can be cleaned easily as evidenced by the tile is missing.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The walls located 2s room by the cots was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The requirements for protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets were not met as evidenced by electrical outlets were not covered in that one missing outlet cover in 4s and 5s room.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (G)
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: spray sunscreen. The item(s) was/were located on the TV table outside the bathrooms.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I)

5 more from this inspection

“The walls located in the bathroom by the toilet in the 3s and 4s room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.”
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 height of the fence was less than 42 inches high - the measured height was 37" on the NW side of the playground by the gate.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1.
“The requirements for equipment to be clean, in good condition and accessible were not met as evidenced by one rug in the 4s and 5s room was dirty.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (2) (A) 1.
“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)

May 20, 20254 citations

“The premises were not safe and suitable as evidenced by lightbulbs exposed in the toddler 1 room missing a cover.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (A)
“The ceilings located in the infant room by the camera and in the 2s bathroom (2 tiles) was/were not in good condition as evidenced by stained ceiling tiles.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Furniture/equipment, cabinet where the fridge is positioned, in in the toddler room was unsafe as evidenced by wood piece under the fridge is missing which leaves an opening under the fridge and unfinished wood.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“Outdoor equipment, 5 tricycles, in the outdoor play area was not in good condition as evidenced by missing the rubber grips on the handle bars.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)

Apr 16, 20254 citations

“The premises were not safe and suitable as evidenced by lightbulbs exposed in the toddler 1 room missing a cover.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (A)
“The ceilings located in the infant room by the camera and in the 2s bathroom (2 tiles) was/were not in good condition as evidenced by stained ceiling tiles.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Furniture/equipment, cabinet where the fridge is positioned, in in the toddler room was unsafe as evidenced by wood piece under the fridge is missing which leaves an opening under the fridge and unfinished wood.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“Outdoor equipment, 5 tricycles, in the outdoor play area was not in good condition as evidenced by missing the rubber grips on the handle bars.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)

Nov 22, 20241 citation

“The ceilings located 2s room (A.'s) bathroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by two stained ceiling tiles.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.

Oct 17, 20244 citations

“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: Deep Clean and Restore floor cleaner and bottle of bleach solution . The item(s) was/were located on top of a cabinet within children's reach.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I)
“The ceilings located 2s room (A.'s) bathroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by two stained ceiling tiles.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“two 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 address of another individual who might be reached in an emergency.”
5 CSR 25-500.222 (2) (C)

Apr 26, 20241 citation

“The ceilings located infant room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by one stained ceiling tile with black dots (in corner by camera).”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.

Apr 16, 20242 citations

“Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by kitchen door open allowing access.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (C)
“The ceilings located infant room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by one stained ceiling tile with black dots (in corner by camera).”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.

Jan 9, 20245 citations

“The annual sanitation inspection was not conducted.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (B)
“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)
“Outdoor equipment, small red and blue plastic balls, in the preschool playground was not in good condition as evidenced by flat/broken.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
“Furniture/equipment, diaper table , in Toddler 2 was not in good condition as evidenced by edge is detached and has tape hanging from it.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.

1 more from this inspection

“Furniture/equipment, cabinet edge by fridge, in in Toddler 2 room was not in good condition as evidenced by unsealed wood.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.

Oct 13, 20239 citations

“The annual sanitation inspection was not conducted.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (B)
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: can of Glade spray. The item(s) was/were located in a preschool classroom.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I)
“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 requirements for protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets were not met as evidenced by electrical outlets were not covered in that one outlet missing a cover.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (G)

5 more from this inspection

“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: two staff purses on low tables. The item(s) was/were located two preschool classrooms.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I)
“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.
“Furniture/equipment, cabinet edge by fridge, in in Toddler 2 room was not in good condition as evidenced by unsealed wood.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“Outdoor equipment, small red and blue plastic balls, in the preschool playground was not in good condition as evidenced by flat/broken.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
“Furniture/equipment, diaper table , in Toddler 2 was not in good condition as evidenced by edge is detached and has tape hanging from it.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.

Read every record and the state’s reports

State record — Missouri DESE Office of Childhood

Last visit: June 3, 2026
On file: 12 visits since October 2023 — all of them cited findings
Fixed?: The latest correction deadline was May 21, 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.

Jun 2026 Compliance verification visit 1 finding

Compliance verification visit · June 3, 2026

5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1. · Furniture, Equipment and Materials · Correction due May 21, 2026

Furniture/equipment, the cabinet the refrigerator site in, in the toddler II room was not in good condition as evidenced by exposed unfinished plywood and loose piece of wood at bottom.

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

State licensing record

Apr 2026 Compliance monitoring visit 2 findings

Compliance monitoring visit · April 29, 2026

5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due April 29, 2026

Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: power mop solution . The item(s) was/were located in an unlocked cabinet in the preschool 3 room.

Required correction: Hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.

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

Furniture/equipment, the cabinet the refrigerator site in, in the toddler II room was not in good condition as evidenced by exposed unfinished plywood and loose piece of wood at bottom.

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

State licensing record

Nov 2025 Compliance verification visit 5 findings

Compliance verification visit · November 4, 2025

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 ceilings located in the 2s room was/were not finished with material which can be cleaned easily as evidenced by the tile is missing.

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 2s room by the cots 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 bathroom by the toilet in the 3s and 4s 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 (6) (A) 1. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due November 4, 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 height of the fence was less than 42 inches high - the measured height was 37" on the NW side of the playground by the gate.

Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be accessible without hazard.

5 CSR 25-500.092 (2) (A) 1. · Furniture, Equipment and Materials · Correction due November 4, 2025

The requirements for equipment to be clean, in good condition and accessible were not met as evidenced by one rug in the 4s and 5s room was dirty.

Required correction: Indoor play equipment, clean and in good repair, shall be accessible to children.

State licensing record

Oct 2025 Compliance monitoring visit 9 findings

Compliance monitoring visit · October 21, 2025

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

The ceilings located in the 2s room was/were not finished with material which can be cleaned easily as evidenced by the tile is missing.

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

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

The walls located 2s room by the cots 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 (1) (G) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due October 21, 2025

The requirements for protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets were not met as evidenced by electrical outlets were not covered in that one missing outlet cover in 4s and 5s room.

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 October 21, 2025

Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: spray sunscreen. The item(s) was/were located on the TV table outside the bathrooms.

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 bathroom by the toilet in the 3s and 4s 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 (6) (A) 1. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be accessible without hazard.

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 one rug in the 4s and 5s room was dirty.

Required correction: Indoor play equipment, clean and in good repair, shall be accessible to children.

5 CSR 25-500.222 (2) (B) · Records and Reports · Correction due October 21, 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 October 21, 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.

State licensing record

May 2025 Compliance verification visit 4 findings

Compliance verification visit · May 20, 2025

5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (A) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due May 16, 2025

The premises were not safe and suitable as evidenced by lightbulbs exposed in the toddler 1 room missing a cover.

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 May 16, 2025

The ceilings located in the infant room by the camera and in the 2s bathroom (2 tiles) was/were not in good condition as evidenced by stained ceiling tiles.

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 May 16, 2025

Furniture/equipment, cabinet where the fridge is positioned, in in the toddler room was unsafe as evidenced by wood piece under the fridge is missing which leaves an opening under the fridge and unfinished wood.

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

5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A) · Furniture, Equipment and Materials · Correction due May 16, 2025

Outdoor equipment, 5 tricycles, in the outdoor play area was not in good condition as evidenced by missing the rubber grips on the handle bars.

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

State licensing record

Apr 2025 Compliance monitoring visit 4 findings

Compliance monitoring visit · April 16, 2025

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 lightbulbs exposed in the toddler 1 room missing a cover.

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

The ceilings located in the infant room by the camera and in the 2s bathroom (2 tiles) was/were not in good condition as evidenced by stained ceiling tiles.

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

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

5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A) · Furniture, Equipment and Materials

Outdoor equipment, 5 tricycles, in the outdoor play area was not in good condition as evidenced by missing the rubber grips on the handle bars.

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

State licensing record

Nov 2024 Compliance verification visit 1 finding

Compliance verification visit · November 22, 2024

5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due October 30, 2024

The ceilings located 2s room (A.'s) bathroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by two stained ceiling tiles.

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

State licensing record

Oct 2024 Compliance monitoring visit 4 findings

Compliance monitoring visit · October 17, 2024

5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due October 17, 2024

Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: Deep Clean and Restore floor cleaner and bottle of bleach solution . The item(s) was/were located on top of a cabinet within children's reach.

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 2s room (A.'s) bathroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by two stained ceiling tiles.

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

5 CSR 25-500.222 (2) (B) · Records and Reports · Correction due October 17, 2024

two 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) (C) · Records and Reports · Correction due October 17, 2024

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

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

State licensing record

Apr 2024 Compliance verification visit 1 finding

Compliance verification visit · April 26, 2024

5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due April 26, 2024

The ceilings located infant room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by one stained ceiling tile with black dots (in corner by camera).

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

State licensing record

Apr 2024 Compliance monitoring visit 2 findings

Compliance monitoring visit · April 16, 2024

5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (C) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due April 16, 2024

Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by kitchen door open allowing access.

Required correction: Caregivers shall restrict children to approved space.

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

The ceilings located infant room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by one stained ceiling tile with black dots (in corner by camera).

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

State licensing record

Jan 2024 Compliance verification visit 5 findings

Compliance verification visit · January 9, 2024

5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (B) · Annual Requirements · Correction due January 5, 2024

The annual sanitation inspection was not conducted.

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

5 CSR 25-500.082 (4) (A) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due October 24, 2023

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 25-500.092 (3) (A) · Furniture, Equipment and Materials · Correction due October 24, 2023

Outdoor equipment, small red and blue plastic balls, in the preschool playground was not in good condition as evidenced by flat/broken.

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

5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1. · Furniture, Equipment and Materials · Correction due October 24, 2023

Furniture/equipment, diaper table , in Toddler 2 was not in good condition as evidenced by edge is detached and has tape hanging from it.

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

5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1. · Furniture, Equipment and Materials · Correction due October 24, 2023

Furniture/equipment, cabinet edge by fridge, in in Toddler 2 room was not in good condition as evidenced by unsealed wood.

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

State licensing record

Oct 2023 Compliance monitoring visit 9 findings

Compliance monitoring visit · October 13, 2023

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

The annual sanitation inspection was not conducted.

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

5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due October 13, 2023

Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: can of Glade spray. The item(s) was/were located in a preschool classroom.

Required correction: Hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.

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 (1) (G) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due October 13, 2023

The requirements for protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets were not met as evidenced by electrical outlets were not covered in that one outlet missing a cover.

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 October 13, 2023

Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: two staff purses on low tables. The item(s) was/were located two preschool classrooms.

Required correction: Hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.

5 CSR 25-500.082 (3) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due October 13, 2023

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.