Lees Summit · Licensed family home
Murkin, Teri Lynn
- Mid-size family home, licensed for up to 10 children.
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What the state has found
The state cited rules at all 10 of its licensing inspections since October 2023.
Of the 46 Kansas City-area family homes with 10 or more licensing inspections, 43% had rules cited at all of them, as this home did.
Licensing inspections
Aug 27, 20266 citations
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe/well-maintained for children's activities as evidenced by rusted wheel barrow under deck.”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (3) (A) 5.
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: Razor. The item(s) was/were located on side of the bathtub.”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (1) (J)
“The ceilings located in living room was/were not clean as evidenced by dusty ceiling fan.”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (2) (A) 6.
“Food and water dishes used by animals were accessible to children as evidenced by dog food on kitchen counter.”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (4) (F)
2 more from this inspection
“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: Teri Murkin-needs 12 hours (5 hours).”
5 CSR 25-400.105 (4) (A)
“Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the assistant(s), M.M.”
5 CSR 25-400.105
Mar 16, 20265 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 was not in good condition in that fence boards removed to rebuild and not complete, therefore, a section of the fence is missing.”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (3) (A) 1.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe/well-maintained for children's activities as evidenced by stairs leading to back yard had exposed screws.”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (3) (A) 5.
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: toothpaste, whitening strips, various make-up products, lotions. The item(s) was/were located in unlocked drawers .”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (1) (J)
“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: Teri Murkin-needs 7 hours .”
5 CSR 25-400.105 (4) (A)
1 more from this inspection
“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: Teri Murkin-needs 12 hours.”
5 CSR 25-400.105 (4) (A)
Aug 20, 202510 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 was not in good condition in that fence boards removed to rebuild and not complete, therefore, a section of the fence is missing.”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (3) (A) 1.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe/well-maintained for children's activities as evidenced by Pile of shredded boxes on deck.”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (3) (A) 5.
“Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by no lock on bedroom door not in approved space.”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (1) (E)
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: various creams, lotions, ointments, make up, medications, and air freshener. The item(s) was/were located on the dining room table and on bathroom counter.”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (1) (J)
6 more from this inspection
“The bathroom was not clean and odor free as evidenced by dirty clothes, and trash on counter and floor in the bathroom.”
5 CSR 25-400.085
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe/well-maintained for children's activities as evidenced by stairs leading to back yard had exposed screws.”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (3) (A) 5.
“Requirements of 19 CSR 30-61.086 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by the disaster and tornado drill was not held at least one time every three months.”
5 CSR 25-400.086 (2) (C)
“Requirements of 19 CSR 30-61.086 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by fire drills were not held at least one time each month.”
5 CSR 25-400.086 (2) (C)
“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: Teri Murkin-needs 7 hours .”
5 CSR 25-400.105 (4) (A)
“Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the provider, Teri Murkin.”
5 CSR 25-400.105
Mar 26, 20255 citations
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe/well-maintained for children's activities as evidenced by Pile of shredded boxes on deck.”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (3) (A) 5.
“Requirements of 19 CSR 30-61.086 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by fire drills were not held at least one time each month.”
5 CSR 25-400.086 (2) (C)
“Requirements of 19 CSR 30-61.086 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by the disaster and tornado drill was not held at least one time every three months.”
5 CSR 25-400.086 (2) (C)
“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: Teri Murkin-needs 7 hours .”
5 CSR 25-400.105 (4) (A)
1 more from this inspection
“Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the provider, Teri Murkin.”
5 CSR 25-400.105
Jan 9, 20252 citations
“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-400.055 (2) (A)
“The ceilings located in living room and playroom was/were not clean as evidenced by dusty ceilings and light fixtures.”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (2) (A) 6.
Oct 2, 20243 citations
“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-400.055 (2) (A)
“The ceilings located in living room and playroom was/were not clean as evidenced by dusty ceilings and light fixtures.”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (2) (A) 6.
“The requirements for protective outlet covers were not met as evidenced by missing outlet cover in living room .”
5 CSR 25-400.086 (11) (B)
Jun 26, 20243 citations
“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-400.055 (2) (A)
“The ceilings located in dining room and living room was/were not clean as evidenced by dusty ceiling fans.”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (2) (A) 6.
“The requirements for first aid and CPR certification were not met as evidenced by at least one caregiver certified in first aid/CPR was not on site.”
5 CSR 25-400.105 (1) (S)
Mar 20, 20244 citations
“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-400.055 (2) (A)
“The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for Teri Murkin & M.M. within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.”
5 CSR 25-400.055 (2) (C)
“The ceilings located in dining room and living room was/were not clean as evidenced by dusty ceiling fans.”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (2) (A) 6.
“The requirements for first aid and CPR certification were not met as evidenced by at least one caregiver certified in first aid/CPR was not on site.”
5 CSR 25-400.105 (1) (S)
Dec 20, 20235 citations
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: scissors and It's a 10 styling lotion. The item(s) was/were located in an unlocked drawer.”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (1) (J)
“The facility's name, address and telephone number was not posted in each room used for child care.”
5 CSR 25-400.090
“The facility's disaster and emergency plan was not available in each room used for child care as evidenced by no disaster and emergency plan in each room.”
5 CSR 25-400.090 (2) (A)
“The facility's list of emergency numbers are not posted in each room used for child care, specifically bedrooms and living room.”
5 CSR 25-400.090
1 more from this inspection
“The facility's evacuation route diagram was not posted in each room used for child care.”
5 CSR 25-400.090 (2) (B) 2.
Oct 12, 20236 citations
“The name, address and telephone number of the child care provider(s) was not prominently posted near the license.”
5 CSR 25-400.045 (13) (A)
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: scissors and It's a 10 styling lotion. The item(s) was/were located in an unlocked drawer.”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (1) (J)
“The facility's disaster and emergency plan was not available in each room used for child care as evidenced by no disaster and emergency plan in each room.”
5 CSR 25-400.090 (2) (A)
“The facility's name, address and telephone number was not posted in each room used for child care.”
5 CSR 25-400.090
2 more from this inspection
“The facility's list of emergency numbers are not posted in each room used for child care, specifically bedrooms and living room.”
5 CSR 25-400.090
“The facility's evacuation route diagram was not posted in each room used for child care.”
5 CSR 25-400.090 (2) (B) 2.
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State record — Missouri DESE Office of Childhood
- Last visit
- August 27, 2026
- On file
- 10 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 6 findings
Compliance monitoring visit · August 27, 2026
5 CSR 25-400.085 (3) (A) 5. · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home
The facility's outdoor space was not safe/well-maintained for children's activities as evidenced by rusted wheel barrow under deck.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
5 CSR 25-400.085 (1) (J) · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home · Correction due August 27, 2026
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: Razor. The item(s) was/were located on side of the bathtub.
Required correction: Hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.
5 CSR 25-400.085 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home
The ceilings located in living room was/were not clean as evidenced by dusty ceiling fan.
Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.
5 CSR 25-400.085 (4) (F) · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home · Correction due August 27, 2026
Food and water dishes used by animals were accessible to children as evidenced by dog food on kitchen counter.
Required correction: Food and water dishes used by animals shall not be accessible to children.
5 CSR 25-400.105 (4) (A) · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel
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: Teri Murkin-needs 12 hours (5 hours).
Required correction: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.
5 CSR 25-400.105 · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (5) (A) .
Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the assistant(s), M.M.
Required correction: The child care provider and assistant(s) shall complete department-approved safe sleep training as required.
Mar 2026 Compliance monitoring visit 5 findings
Compliance monitoring visit · March 16, 2026
5 CSR 25-400.085 (3) (A) 1. · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home · Correction due March 9, 2026
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 fence boards removed to rebuild and not complete, therefore, a section of the fence is missing.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be accessible without hazard and provide a safe fence around the outdoor play area as required.
5 CSR 25-400.085 (3) (A) 5. · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home · Correction due March 16, 2026
The facility's outdoor space was not safe/well-maintained for children's activities as evidenced by stairs leading to back yard had exposed screws.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
5 CSR 25-400.085 (1) (J) · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home · Correction due March 16, 2026
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: toothpaste, whitening strips, various make-up products, lotions. The item(s) was/were located in unlocked drawers .
Required correction: Hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.
5 CSR 25-400.105 (4) (A) · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel · Correction due September 17, 2025
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: Teri Murkin-needs 7 hours .
Required correction: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.
5 CSR 25-400.105 (4) (A) · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel
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: Teri Murkin-needs 12 hours.
Required correction: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.
Aug 2025 Compliance monitoring visit 10 findings
Compliance monitoring visit · August 20, 2025
5 CSR 25-400.085 (3) (A) 1. · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home
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 fence boards removed to rebuild and not complete, therefore, a section of the fence is missing.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be accessible without hazard and provide a safe fence around the outdoor play area as required.
5 CSR 25-400.085 (3) (A) 5. · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home · Correction due June 24, 2025
The facility's outdoor space was not safe/well-maintained for children's activities as evidenced by Pile of shredded boxes on deck.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
5 CSR 25-400.085 (1) (E) · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home · Correction due August 20, 2025
Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by no lock on bedroom door not in approved space.
Required correction: Caregivers shall restrict children to approved space.
5 CSR 25-400.085 (1) (J) · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home · Correction due August 20, 2025
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: various creams, lotions, ointments, make up, medications, and air freshener. The item(s) was/were located on the dining room table and on bathroom counter.
Required correction: Hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.
5 CSR 25-400.085 · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home (2) (C) 1. E. · Correction due August 20, 2025
The bathroom was not clean and odor free as evidenced by dirty clothes, and trash on counter and floor in the bathroom.
Required correction: Bathrooms shall be clean and odor free.
5 CSR 25-400.085 (3) (A) 5. · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home
The facility's outdoor space was not safe/well-maintained for children's activities as evidenced by stairs leading to back yard had exposed screws.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
5 CSR 25-400.086 (2) (C) · Fire Safety · Correction due July 10, 2025
Requirements of 19 CSR 30-61.086 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by the disaster and tornado drill was not held at least one time every three months.
Required correction: Fire, tornado, and other disaster drills shall be completed and recorded as required.
5 CSR 25-400.086 (2) (C) · Fire Safety · Correction due July 10, 2025
Requirements of 19 CSR 30-61.086 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 25-400.105 (4) (A) · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care 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: Teri Murkin-needs 7 hours .
Required correction: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.
5 CSR 25-400.105 · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (5) (A) . · Correction due July 9, 2025
Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the provider, Teri Murkin.
Required correction: The child care provider and assistant(s) shall complete department-approved safe sleep training as required.
Mar 2025 Compliance monitoring visit 5 findings
Compliance monitoring visit · March 26, 2025
5 CSR 25-400.085 (3) (A) 5. · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home
The facility's outdoor space was not safe/well-maintained for children's activities as evidenced by Pile of shredded boxes on deck.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
5 CSR 25-400.086 (2) (C) · Fire Safety
Requirements of 19 CSR 30-61.086 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 25-400.086 (2) (C) · Fire Safety
Requirements of 19 CSR 30-61.086 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by the disaster and tornado drill was not held at least one time every three months.
Required correction: Fire, tornado, and other disaster drills shall be completed and recorded as required.
5 CSR 25-400.105 (4) (A) · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care 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: Teri Murkin-needs 7 hours .
Required correction: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.
5 CSR 25-400.105 · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (5) (A) .
Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the provider, Teri Murkin.
Required correction: The child care provider and assistant(s) shall complete department-approved safe sleep training as required.
Jan 2025 Compliance verification visit 2 findings
Compliance verification visit · January 9, 2025
5 CSR 25-400.055 (2) (A) · Annual Requirements · Correction due December 20, 2024
The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.
Required correction: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual fire safety requirements.
5 CSR 25-400.085 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home · Correction due January 9, 2025
The ceilings located in living room and playroom was/were not clean as evidenced by dusty ceilings and light fixtures.
Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.
Oct 2024 Compliance monitoring visit 3 findings
Compliance monitoring visit · October 2, 2024
5 CSR 25-400.055 (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 25-400.085 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home
The ceilings located in living room and playroom was/were not clean as evidenced by dusty ceilings and light fixtures.
Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.
5 CSR 25-400.086 (11) (B) · Fire Safety · Correction due October 2, 2024
The requirements for protective outlet covers were not met as evidenced by missing outlet cover in living room .
Required correction: The facility shall use protective outlet covers as required.
Jun 2024 Supplemental visit 3 findings
Supplemental visit · June 26, 2024
5 CSR 25-400.055 (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 25-400.085 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home · Correction due June 18, 2024
The ceilings located in dining room and living room was/were not clean as evidenced by dusty ceiling fans.
Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.
5 CSR 25-400.105 (1) (S) · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel · Correction due May 28, 2024
The requirements for first aid and CPR certification were not met as evidenced by at least one caregiver certified in first aid/CPR was not on site.
Required correction: Required age-appropriate certification in first aid/CPR shall be on file, with at least one caregiver with certification on site.
Mar 2024 Compliance monitoring visit 4 findings
Compliance monitoring visit · March 20, 2024
5 CSR 25-400.055 (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 25-400.055 (2) (C) · Annual Requirements · Correction due March 20, 2024
The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for Teri Murkin & M.M. within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.
Required correction: Required Family Care Safety Registry checks shall be conducted for all child care staff member(s) within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.
5 CSR 25-400.085 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home
The ceilings located in dining room and living room was/were not clean as evidenced by dusty ceiling fans.
Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.
5 CSR 25-400.105 (1) (S) · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel
The requirements for first aid and CPR certification were not met as evidenced by at least one caregiver certified in first aid/CPR was not on site.
Required correction: Required age-appropriate certification in first aid/CPR shall be on file, with at least one caregiver with certification on site.
Dec 2023 Compliance verification visit 5 findings
Compliance verification visit · December 20, 2023
5 CSR 25-400.085 (1) (J) · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home · Correction due December 20, 2023
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: scissors and It's a 10 styling lotion. The item(s) was/were located in an unlocked drawer.
Required correction: Hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.
5 CSR 25-400.090 · Disaster and Emergency Preparedness (2) (B) 1. A. · Correction due December 20, 2023
The facility's name, address and telephone number was not posted in each room used for child care.
Required correction: Facility must post information as required.
5 CSR 25-400.090 (2) (A) · Disaster and Emergency Preparedness · Correction due December 20, 2023
The facility's disaster and emergency plan was not available in each room used for child care as evidenced by no disaster and emergency plan in each room.
Required correction: The facilities disaster and emergency plan must be available in required locations.
5 CSR 25-400.090 · Disaster and Emergency Preparedness (2) (B) 1. B. · Correction due December 20, 2023
The facility's list of emergency numbers are not posted in each room used for child care, specifically bedrooms and living room.
Required correction: Facility must post information as required.
5 CSR 25-400.090 (2) (B) 2. · Disaster and Emergency Preparedness · Correction due December 20, 2023
The facility's evacuation route diagram was not posted in each room used for child care.
Required correction: Facility must post information as required.
Oct 2023 Compliance monitoring visit 6 findings
Compliance monitoring visit · October 12, 2023
5 CSR 25-400.045 (13) (A) · Licensing Process · Correction due October 12, 2023
The name, address and telephone number of the child care provider(s) was not prominently posted near the license.
Required correction: The name, address, and phone number of the provider shall be posted near the license.
5 CSR 25-400.085 (1) (J) · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: scissors and It's a 10 styling lotion. The item(s) was/were located in an unlocked drawer.
Required correction: Hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.
5 CSR 25-400.090 (2) (A) · Disaster and Emergency Preparedness
The facility's disaster and emergency plan was not available in each room used for child care as evidenced by no disaster and emergency plan in each room.
Required correction: The facilities disaster and emergency plan must be available in required locations.
5 CSR 25-400.090 · Disaster and Emergency Preparedness (2) (B) 1. A.
The facility's name, address and telephone number was not posted in each room used for child care.
Required correction: Facility must post information as required.
5 CSR 25-400.090 · Disaster and Emergency Preparedness (2) (B) 1. B.
The facility's list of emergency numbers are not posted in each room used for child care, specifically bedrooms and living room.
Required correction: Facility must post information as required.
5 CSR 25-400.090 (2) (B) 2. · Disaster and Emergency Preparedness
The facility's evacuation route diagram was not posted in each room used for child care.
Required correction: Facility must post information as required.
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Details
- Address
- 405 SE Bristol Dr
- License
- 001740496, active
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State record
From Missouri DESE Office of Childhood’s published reports, last checked October 10, 2026.
Details
- Phone, Address, License healthapps.dhss.mo.gov/…/Facility.aspx
Mid-size means licensed for 10 children, the size at least half of Kansas City-area’s 86 licensed family homes hold. Small is 8 to 9; larger is 11 to 20.