Kansas City · Licensed center
Northland Early Education Center
- Large developmental center, licensed for 172 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 16 of its 17 licensing inspections since October 2023.
Of the 136 Kansas City-area centers with 10 or more licensing inspections, 43% had rules cited at some but not all of them, as this center did. 57% had rules cited at all of them.
Licensing inspections
Sep 14, 20262 citations
“The floors located brown room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by section of carpet edging missing.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by excessive brush/weeds growing in garden boxes.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
Apr 21, 20266 citations
“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)
“There was evidence of dirt/debris in L4L room (sticky residue on play kitchen).”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 9.
“A child was on a cot; no parental permission was on file.”
5 CSR 25-500.092
“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: S.W.-needs 3 hrs..”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (3) (A)
2 more from this inspection
“Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for T.B., R.T., C.J. 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: T.B., R.T., C.J.”
5 CSR 25-500.122
Mar 24, 20267 citations
“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)
“There was evidence of dirt/debris in L4L room (sticky residue on play kitchen).”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 9.
“A child was on a cot; no parental permission was on file.”
5 CSR 25-500.092
“Outdoor equipment, pogo ball , in northside playground was not in good condition as evidenced by flat.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
3 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: S.W.-needs 3 hrs..”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (3) (A)
“Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for T.B., R.T., C.J. 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: T.B., R.T., C.J.”
5 CSR 25-500.122
Sep 8, 20256 citations
“The floors located in cafe was/were not clean as evidenced by sticky and food on floor in closet.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The ceilings located in teal room and middle bay-cafe was/were not in good condition as evidenced by stained and holes.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“There was evidence of dirt/debris in that sticky/paper residue on shelf in pink room and refrigerator in play cafe.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 9.
“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 broken fence board.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1.
2 more from this inspection
“The facility's evacuation route diagram was not posted in each room.”
5 CSR 25-500.090 (2) (B) 2.
“Outdoor equipment, swing , in preschool playground was not in good condition as evidenced by broken.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
Aug 12, 20257 citations
“The ceilings located in teal room and middle bay-cafe was/were not in good condition as evidenced by stained and holes.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“There was evidence of dirt/debris in that sticky/paper residue on shelf in pink room and refrigerator in play cafe.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 9.
“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 broken fence board.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1.
“The floors located in cafe was/were not clean as evidenced by sticky and food on floor in closet.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
3 more from this inspection
“The facility's evacuation route diagram was not posted in each room.”
5 CSR 25-500.090 (2) (B) 2.
“Furniture/equipment, shelf , in teal room was not in good condition as evidenced by broken.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“Outdoor equipment, swing , in preschool playground was not in good condition as evidenced by broken.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
Apr 21, 20259 citations
“The ceilings located in teal and copper rooms was/were not clean as evidenced by stained tiles.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The floors located in copper room was/were not clean as evidenced by tape peeling .”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The walls located in teal and orange rooms was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“There was evidence of dirt/debris in that sticky residue on shelves in silver and copper rooms.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 9.
5 more from this inspection
“A child was on a cot; no parental permission was on file.”
5 CSR 25-500.092
“Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for T.L., K.S. as evidenced by a medical examination was not on file within 30 days of an individual beginning to work with children.”
5 CSR 25-500.122 (1) (A)
“The medical examination report on file for M.M. was older than 12 months before the individual's begin date at the facility.”
5 CSR 25-500.122 (1) (C)
“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: B.R.”
5 CSR 25-500.122
“A medical examination report included either a Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis form or a negative tuberculin skin test (TST) which was completed more than 12 months before beginning work in the facility for the following staff: M.M.”
5 CSR 25-500.122
Mar 18, 20259 citations
“The walls located in teal and orange rooms was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“There was evidence of dirt/debris in that sticky residue on shelves in silver and copper rooms.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 9.
“The ceilings located in teal and copper rooms was/were not clean as evidenced by stained tiles.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The floors located in copper room was/were not clean as evidenced by tape peeling .”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
5 more from this inspection
“A child was on a cot; no parental permission was on file.”
5 CSR 25-500.092
“Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for T.L., K.S. as evidenced by a medical examination was not on file within 30 days of an individual beginning to work with children.”
5 CSR 25-500.122 (1) (A)
“The medical examination report on file for M.M. was older than 12 months before the individual's begin date at the facility.”
5 CSR 25-500.122 (1) (C)
“A medical examination report included either a Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis form or a negative tuberculin skin test (TST) which was completed more than 12 months before beginning work in the facility for the following staff: M.M.”
5 CSR 25-500.122
“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: B.R.”
5 CSR 25-500.122
Nov 25, 20244 citations
“The floors located in silver room was/were not clean as evidenced by soiled/stained.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The ceilings located in L&L, blue and orange rooms was/were not clean as evidenced by dusty bathroom vents.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Furniture/equipment, shelves and refrigerator, in in copper and yellow rooms was not in good condition as evidenced by sticky residue.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“Outdoor equipment, adaptive swing , in preschool playground was unsafe as evidenced by ropes unraveling .”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
Oct 22, 20244 citations
“The ceilings located in L&L, blue and orange rooms was/were not clean as evidenced by dusty bathroom vents.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The floors located in silver room was/were not clean as evidenced by soiled/stained.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Furniture/equipment, shelves and refrigerator, in in copper and yellow rooms was not in good condition as evidenced by sticky residue.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“Outdoor equipment, adaptive swing , in preschool playground was unsafe as evidenced by ropes unraveling .”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
Jul 10, 20241 citation
“An individualized plan for specialized care for a child with special physical, developmental or behavioral needs was not on file.”
5 CSR 25-500.132 (6)
Jul 8, 20241 citation
“An individualized plan for specialized care for a child with special physical, developmental or behavioral needs was not on file.”
5 CSR 25-500.132 (6)
May 20, 202416 citations
“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)
“The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for K.D. and E.G. within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (C)
“Furniture/equipment, shelves, in Copper room was not in good condition as evidenced by sticky residue.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“Furniture/equipment, step stool, in Brown room was not in good condition as evidenced by skid resistant material peeling off.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
12 more from this inspection
“Furniture/equipment, cribs, in Pink room was not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“Furniture/equipment, Toilet paper holder, in Brown room was not in good condition as evidenced by rusting.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the following staff T.K., K.J., and M.W.”
5 CSR 25-500.102
“A facility orientation was not conducted for a caregiver(s) before being left alone with children. The following staff need a facility orientation: D.R. and R.T.”
5 CSR 25-500.102
“A caregiver did not obtain one clock hour of training for each month of employment. The staff listed need the following information: J.B.-1 hour; O.B.-3 hours.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (3) (C)
“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: K.J., T.K., B.M., and M.W.-all need 12 hours.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (3) (A)
“Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for A.C. 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 medical examination report on file was older than 12 months before the individual's begin date at the facility.”
5 CSR 25-500.122 (1) (C)
“A medical examination report included either a Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis form or a negative tuberculin skin test (TST) which was completed more than 12 months before beginning work in the facility for the following staff: S.B. and P.R.”
5 CSR 25-500.122
“A medical examination report did not include either a Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis form or a negative tuberculin skin test (TST) for the following staff: S.R.”
5 CSR 25-500.122
“Criminal background check results were older than five (5) years for R.T.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (5)
“Criminal background check results were not on file for K.D., E.G., and D.R.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1)
Mar 26, 202420 citations
“The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for K.D. and E.G. within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (C)
“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)
“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)
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: Desetin, Aquaphor, and bleach spray. The item(s) was/were located in an unlocked cabinet and on a low cart.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I)
16 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 1".”
5 CSR 25-500.092
“The requirements for sleeping materials were not met as evidenced by 1 children 12 months or older, who nap or sleep, did not have a sheet.”
5 CSR 25-500.092
“Furniture/equipment, shelves, in Copper room was not in good condition as evidenced by sticky residue.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“Furniture/equipment, step stool, in Brown room was not in good condition as evidenced by skid resistant material peeling off.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“Furniture/equipment, cribs, in Pink room was not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“Furniture/equipment, Toilet paper holder, in Brown room was not in good condition as evidenced by rusting.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (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: K.J., T.K., B.M., and M.W.-all need 12 hours.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (3) (A)
“A caregiver did not obtain one clock hour of training for each month of employment. The staff listed need the following information: J.B.-1 hour; O.B.-3 hours.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (3) (C)
“A facility orientation was not conducted for a caregiver(s) before being left alone with children. The following staff need a facility orientation: D.R. and R.T.”
5 CSR 25-500.102
“Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the following staff T.K., K.J., and M.W.”
5 CSR 25-500.102
“A medical examination report included either a Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis form or a negative tuberculin skin test (TST) which was completed more than 12 months before beginning work in the facility for the following staff: S.B. and P.R.”
5 CSR 25-500.122
“A medical examination report did not include either a Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis form or a negative tuberculin skin test (TST) for the following staff: S.R.”
5 CSR 25-500.122
“The medical examination report on file was older than 12 months before the individual's begin date at the facility.”
5 CSR 25-500.122 (1) (C)
“Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for A.C. 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)
“Criminal background check results were not on file for K.D., E.G., and D.R.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1)
“Criminal background check results were older than five (5) years for R.T.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (5)
Jan 18, 20244 citations
“The floors located in Orange, Blue and Silver rooms, gym was/were not clean as evidenced by stained carpets, tape peeling/residue.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The walls located in Copper room, Silver room, L for L room, cafeteria, and Brown room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chunks missing, chipping paint, and sticky residue (back door).”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by broken siding piece on north preschool playground.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“Furniture/equipment, shelves and changing table (Green room), table (middle bay), in all rooms was not in good condition as evidenced by sticky residue/contact paper peeling.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
Oct 26, 202311 citations
“The telephone number of the board president was not prominently posted near the license.”
5 CSR 25-500.042 (13) (C)
“The address of the board president was not prominently posted near the license.”
5 CSR 25-500.042 (13) (C)
“The ceilings located in several classrooms/bathrooms was/were not clean as evidenced by dusty vents.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The floors located in Orange, Blue and Silver rooms, gym was/were not clean as evidenced by stained carpets, tape peeling/residue.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
7 more from this inspection
“The walls located in Copper room, Silver room, L for L room, cafeteria, and Brown room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chunks missing, chipping paint, and sticky residue (back door).”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by broken siding piece on north preschool playground.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“Furniture/equipment, shelves and changing table (Green room), table (middle bay), in all rooms was not in good condition as evidenced by sticky residue/contact paper peeling.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“Furniture/equipment, stepstools , in Brown, Orange, Yellow, Green and Blue rooms was not in good condition as evidenced by worn and peeling skid resistant material .”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“An infant was observed sleeping in a/an swing.”
5 CSR 25-500.092
“Outdoor equipment, balance toy , in I/T playground was not in good condition as evidenced by foam covering peeling off handles.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
“Outdoor equipment, easel , in preschool playground was not in good condition as evidenced by mixing plexi .”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
Oct 16, 202311 citations
“The telephone number of the board president was not prominently posted near the license.”
5 CSR 25-500.042 (13) (C)
“The address of the board president was not prominently posted near the license.”
5 CSR 25-500.042 (13) (C)
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by broken siding piece on north preschool playground.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“The ceilings located in several classrooms/bathrooms was/were not clean as evidenced by dusty vents.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
7 more from this inspection
“The floors located in Orange, Blue and Silver rooms, gym was/were not clean as evidenced by stained carpets, tape peeling/residue.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The walls located in Copper room, Silver room, L for L room, cafeteria, and Brown room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chunks missing, chipping paint, and sticky residue (back door).”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Outdoor equipment, balance toy , in I/T playground was not in good condition as evidenced by foam covering peeling off handles.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
“Outdoor equipment, easel , in preschool playground was not in good condition as evidenced by mixing plexi .”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
“An infant was observed sleeping in a/an swing.”
5 CSR 25-500.092
“Furniture/equipment, shelves and changing table (Green room), table (middle bay), in all rooms was not in good condition as evidenced by sticky residue/contact paper peeling.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“Furniture/equipment, stepstools , in Brown, Orange, Yellow, Green and Blue rooms was not in good condition as evidenced by worn and peeling skid resistant material .”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
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State record — Missouri DESE Office of Childhood
- Last visit
- September 14, 2026
- On file
- 17 visits since October 2023 — 1 cited nothing · 4 complaint investigations
- Fixed?
- The latest correction deadline was April 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.
Sep 2026 Compliance monitoring visit 2 findings
Compliance monitoring visit · September 14, 2026
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The floors located brown room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by section of carpet edging missing.
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
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by excessive brush/weeds growing in garden boxes.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
Apr 2026 Compliance verification visit 6 findings
Compliance verification visit · April 21, 2026
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A) · Annual Requirements · Correction due April 1, 2026
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) 9. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due March 25, 2026
There was evidence of dirt/debris in L4L room (sticky residue on play kitchen).
Required correction: The facility shall be clean and pest free.
5 CSR 25-500.092 · Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 2. B. · Correction due March 26, 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 25-500.102 (3) (A) · Personnel · Correction due April 13, 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: S.W.-needs 3 hrs..
Required correction: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.
5 CSR 25-500.122 (1) (A) · Medical Examination Reports · Correction due April 13, 2026
Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for T.B., R.T., C.J. 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 April 21, 2026
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: T.B., R.T., C.J.
Required correction: Medical examination reports shall include Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis forms or negative tuberculin skin test (TST) as required.
Mar 2026 Compliance monitoring visit 7 findings
Compliance monitoring visit · March 24, 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) 9. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
There was evidence of dirt/debris in L4L room (sticky residue on play kitchen).
Required correction: The facility shall be clean and pest free.
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 March 24, 2026
Outdoor equipment, pogo ball , in northside playground was not in good condition as evidenced by flat.
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 2025, the staff listed need the following information: S.W.-needs 3 hrs..
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.B., R.T., C.J. 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: T.B., R.T., C.J.
Required correction: Medical examination reports shall include Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis forms or negative tuberculin skin test (TST) as required.
Sep 2025 Compliance verification visit 6 findings
Compliance verification visit · September 8, 2025
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due August 19, 2025
The floors located in cafe was/were not clean as evidenced by sticky and food on floor in closet.
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 August 21, 2025
The ceilings located in teal room and middle bay-cafe was/were not in good condition as evidenced by stained and holes.
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) 9. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due August 19, 2025
There was evidence of dirt/debris in that sticky/paper residue on shelf in pink room and refrigerator in play cafe.
Required correction: The facility shall be clean and pest free.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due August 28, 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 was not in good condition in that broken fence board.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be accessible without hazard.
5 CSR 25-500.090 (2) (B) 2. · Disaster and Emergency Preparedness · Correction due August 21, 2025
The facility's evacuation route diagram was not posted in each room.
Required correction: Facility must post information as required.
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A) · Furniture, Equipment and Materials · Correction due September 8, 2025
Outdoor equipment, swing , in preschool playground was not in good condition as evidenced by broken.
Required correction: Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.
Aug 2025 Compliance monitoring visit 7 findings
Compliance monitoring visit · August 12, 2025
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The ceilings located in teal room and middle bay-cafe was/were not in good condition as evidenced by stained and holes.
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) 9. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
There was evidence of dirt/debris in that sticky/paper residue on shelf in pink room and refrigerator in play cafe.
Required correction: The facility shall be clean and pest free.
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 was not in good condition in that broken fence board.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be accessible without hazard.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The floors located in cafe was/were not clean as evidenced by sticky and food on floor in closet.
Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.
5 CSR 25-500.090 (2) (B) 2. · Disaster and Emergency Preparedness
The facility's evacuation route diagram was not posted in each room.
Required correction: Facility must post information as required.
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1. · Furniture, Equipment and Materials · Correction due August 12, 2025
Furniture/equipment, shelf , in teal room was not in good condition as evidenced by broken.
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, swing , in preschool playground was not in good condition as evidenced by broken.
Required correction: Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.
Apr 2025 Compliance verification visit 9 findings
Compliance verification visit · April 21, 2025
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due April 21, 2025
The ceilings located in teal and copper rooms was/were not clean as evidenced by stained tiles.
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 April 3, 2025
The floors located in copper room was/were not clean as evidenced by tape peeling .
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 April 21, 2025
The walls located in teal and orange rooms 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) 9. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due April 17, 2025
There was evidence of dirt/debris in that sticky residue on shelves in silver and copper rooms.
Required correction: The facility shall be clean and pest free.
5 CSR 25-500.092 · Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 2. B. · Correction due April 1, 2025
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 25-500.122 (1) (A) · Medical Examination Reports · Correction due April 21, 2025
Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for T.L., K.S. 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 (1) (C) · Medical Examination Reports · Correction due April 7, 2025
The medical examination report on file for M.M. was older than 12 months before the individual's begin date at the facility.
Required correction: Medical reports shall be on file as required.
5 CSR 25-500.122 · Medical Examination Reports (1) (B) . · Correction due April 1, 2025
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: B.R.
Required correction: Medical examination reports shall include Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis forms or negative tuberculin skin test (TST) as required.
5 CSR 25-500.122 · Medical Examination Reports (1) (B) . · Correction due April 1, 2025
A medical examination report included either a Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis form or a negative tuberculin skin test (TST) which was completed more than 12 months before beginning work in the facility for the following staff: M.M.
Required correction: Medical examination reports shall include Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis forms or negative tuberculin skin test (TST) as required.
Mar 2025 Compliance monitoring visit 9 findings
Compliance monitoring visit · March 18, 2025
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The walls located in teal and orange rooms 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) 9. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
There was evidence of dirt/debris in that sticky residue on shelves in silver and copper rooms.
Required correction: The facility shall be clean and pest free.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The ceilings located in teal and copper rooms was/were not clean as evidenced by stained tiles.
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 floors located in copper room was/were not clean as evidenced by tape peeling .
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) 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 25-500.122 (1) (A) · Medical Examination Reports
Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for T.L., K.S. 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 (1) (C) · Medical Examination Reports
The medical examination report on file for M.M. was older than 12 months before the individual's begin date at the facility.
Required correction: Medical reports shall be on file as required.
5 CSR 25-500.122 · Medical Examination Reports (1) (B) .
A medical examination report included either a Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis form or a negative tuberculin skin test (TST) which was completed more than 12 months before beginning work in the facility for the following staff: M.M.
Required correction: Medical examination reports shall include Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis forms or negative tuberculin skin test (TST) 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: B.R.
Required correction: Medical examination reports shall include Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis forms or negative tuberculin skin test (TST) as required.
Nov 2024 Compliance verification visit 4 findings
Compliance verification visit · November 25, 2024
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due October 23, 2024
The floors located in silver room was/were not clean as evidenced by soiled/stained.
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 October 29, 2024
The ceilings located in L&L, blue and orange rooms was/were not clean as evidenced by dusty bathroom vents.
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 October 29, 2024
Furniture/equipment, shelves and refrigerator, in in copper and yellow rooms was not in good condition as evidenced by sticky residue.
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 November 25, 2024
Outdoor equipment, adaptive swing , in preschool playground was unsafe as evidenced by ropes unraveling .
Required correction: Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.
Oct 2024 Compliance monitoring visit 4 findings
Compliance monitoring visit · October 22, 2024
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The ceilings located in L&L, blue and orange rooms was/were not clean as evidenced by dusty bathroom vents.
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 floors located in silver room was/were not clean as evidenced by soiled/stained.
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
Furniture/equipment, shelves and refrigerator, in in copper and yellow rooms was not in good condition as evidenced by sticky residue.
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, adaptive swing , in preschool playground was unsafe as evidenced by ropes unraveling .
Required correction: Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.
Aug 2024 Complaint Violation substantiated
Complaint · August 25, 2024
Violation substantiated · 5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(A)1. · Child Care Program
Caregivers shall not leave any child without competent supervision.
Required correction: The facility shall notify all caregivers (paid employees and paid or unpaid volunteers) of the violations which were substantiated and specify the actions to be taken by all caregivers, in order to comply with all violations cited. A copy of the memo, letter, or meeting agenda shall be submitted to the Office of Childhood.
Violation substantiated · 5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(A)3. · Child Care Program
Caregivers shall provide frequent, direct contact so children are not left unobserved on the premises.
Required correction: The facility shall notify all caregivers (paid employees and paid or unpaid volunteers) of the violations which were substantiated and specify the actions to be taken by all caregivers, in order to comply with all violations cited. A copy of the memo, letter, or meeting agenda shall be submitted to the Office of Childhood.
Violation substantiated · 5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(A)4. · Child Care Program
Children under three (3) shall be supervised and assisted while in the bathroom.
Required correction: The facility shall notify all caregivers (paid employees and paid or unpaid volunteers) of the violations which were substantiated and specify the actions to be taken by all caregivers, in order to comply with all violations cited. A copy of the memo, letter, or meeting agenda shall be submitted to the Office of Childhood.
Jul 2024 Compliance verification visit 1 finding
Compliance verification visit · July 10, 2024
5 CSR 25-500.132 (6) · Admission Policies and Procedures · Correction due July 10, 2024
An individualized plan for specialized care for a child with special physical, developmental or behavioral needs was not on file.
Required correction: An individualized plan from a professional source shall be on file as required.
Jul 2024 Supplemental visit 1 finding
Supplemental visit · July 8, 2024
5 CSR 25-500.132 (6) · Admission Policies and Procedures
An individualized plan for specialized care for a child with special physical, developmental or behavioral needs was not on file.
Required correction: An individualized plan from a professional source shall be on file as required.
May 2024 Complaint Violation substantiated
Complaint · May 22, 2024
Violation substantiated · 5 CSR 25-600.020 (2) · General Requirements
A prospective child care staff member may begin work for a child care provider if:
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 shall be submitted to the Office of Childhood.
Violation substantiated · 5 CSR 25-600.020 (2)(A) · General Requirements
The prospective child care staff member has received notice from the department that the individual is eligible for employment or presence in a child care setting; or
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 shall be submitted to the Office of Childhood.
May 2024 Compliance verification visit 16 findings
Compliance verification visit · May 20, 2024
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A) · Annual Requirements · Correction due April 4, 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 25-500.052 (2) (C) · Annual Requirements · Correction due April 9, 2024
The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for K.D. and E.G. within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.
Required correction: Required Family Care Safety Registry checks shall be conducted for all child care staff member(s) within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1. · Furniture, Equipment and Materials · Correction due April 16, 2024
Furniture/equipment, shelves, in Copper room was not in good condition as evidenced by sticky residue.
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 May 1, 2024
Furniture/equipment, step stool, in Brown room was not in good condition as evidenced by skid resistant material peeling off.
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 April 22, 2024
Furniture/equipment, cribs, in Pink room was not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.
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 May 15, 2024
Furniture/equipment, Toilet paper holder, in Brown room was not in good condition as evidenced by rusting.
Required correction: The facility shall provide safe and clean furniture/equipment as required.
5 CSR 25-500.102 · Personnel (4) (A) . · Correction due May 2, 2024
Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the following staff T.K., K.J., and M.W.
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 25-500.102 · Personnel (1) (K) . · Correction due April 9, 2024
A facility orientation was not conducted for a caregiver(s) before being left alone with children. The following staff need a facility orientation: D.R. and R.T.
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) (C) · Personnel · Correction due May 2, 2024
A caregiver did not obtain one clock hour of training for each month of employment. The staff listed need the following information: J.B.-1 hour; O.B.-3 hours.
Required correction: Required training hours shall be documented for each employee.
5 CSR 25-500.102 (3) (A) · Personnel · Correction due May 20, 2024
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: K.J., T.K., B.M., and M.W.-all need 12 hours.
Required correction: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.
5 CSR 25-500.122 (1) (A) · Medical Examination Reports · Correction due May 15, 2024
Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for A.C. 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 (1) (C) · Medical Examination Reports · Correction due May 1, 2024
The medical examination report on file was older than 12 months before the individual's begin date at the facility.
Required correction: Medical reports shall be on file as required.
5 CSR 25-500.122 · Medical Examination Reports (1) (B) . · Correction due May 1, 2024
A medical examination report included either a Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis form or a negative tuberculin skin test (TST) which was completed more than 12 months before beginning work in the facility for the following staff: S.B. and P.R.
Required correction: Medical examination reports shall include Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis forms or negative tuberculin skin test (TST) as required.
5 CSR 25-500.122 · Medical Examination Reports (1) (B) . · Correction due April 9, 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: S.R.
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 (5) · General Requirements · Correction due May 15, 2024
Criminal background check results were older than five (5) years for R.T.
Required correction: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1) · General Requirements · Correction due May 15, 2024
Criminal background check results were not on file for K.D., E.G., and D.R.
Required correction: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.
Mar 2024 Compliance monitoring visit 20 findings
Compliance monitoring visit · March 26, 2024
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (C) · Annual Requirements
The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for K.D. and E.G. within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.
Required correction: Required Family Care Safety Registry checks shall be conducted for all child care staff member(s) within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.
5 CSR 25-500.052 (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 (4) (A) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due March 26, 2024
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) (I) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due March 26, 2024
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: Desetin, Aquaphor, and bleach spray. The item(s) was/were located in an unlocked cabinet and on a low cart.
Required correction: Hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.
5 CSR 25-500.092 · Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1. D. · Correction due March 26, 2024
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 1".
Required correction: Caregivers shall provide a two foot (2') aisle on one long side of the napping equipment.
5 CSR 25-500.092 · Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1. A. · Correction due March 26, 2024
The requirements for sleeping materials were not met as evidenced by 1 children 12 months or older, who nap or sleep, did not have a sheet.
Required correction: The facility shall provide sleeping equipment and bedding as required.
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1. · Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Furniture/equipment, shelves, in Copper room was not in good condition as evidenced by sticky residue.
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
Furniture/equipment, step stool, in Brown room was not in good condition as evidenced by skid resistant material peeling off.
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
Furniture/equipment, cribs, in Pink room was not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.
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
Furniture/equipment, Toilet paper holder, in Brown room was not in good condition as evidenced by rusting.
Required correction: The facility shall provide safe and clean furniture/equipment as required.
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: K.J., T.K., B.M., and M.W.-all need 12 hours.
Required correction: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.
5 CSR 25-500.102 (3) (C) · Personnel
A caregiver did not obtain one clock hour of training for each month of employment. The staff listed need the following information: J.B.-1 hour; O.B.-3 hours.
Required correction: Required training hours shall be documented for each employee.
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: D.R. and R.T.
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 · Personnel (4) (A) .
Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the following staff T.K., K.J., and M.W.
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 25-500.122 · Medical Examination Reports (1) (B) .
A medical examination report included either a Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis form or a negative tuberculin skin test (TST) which was completed more than 12 months before beginning work in the facility for the following staff: S.B. and P.R.
Required correction: Medical examination reports shall include Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis forms or negative tuberculin skin test (TST) 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: S.R.
Required correction: Medical examination reports shall include Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis forms or negative tuberculin skin test (TST) as required.
5 CSR 25-500.122 (1) (C) · Medical Examination Reports
The medical examination report on file was older than 12 months before the individual's begin date at the facility.
Required correction: Medical reports shall be on file as required.
5 CSR 25-500.122 (1) (A) · Medical Examination Reports
Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for A.C. 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 25-600.020 (1) · General Requirements
Criminal background check results were not on file for K.D., E.G., and D.R.
Required correction: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.
5 CSR 25-600.020 (5) · General Requirements
Criminal background check results were older than five (5) years for R.T.
Required correction: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.
Jan 2024 Compliance verification visit 4 findings
Compliance verification visit · January 18, 2024
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due October 30, 2023
The floors located in Orange, Blue and Silver rooms, gym was/were not clean as evidenced by stained carpets, tape peeling/residue.
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 29, 2023
The walls located in Copper room, Silver room, L for L room, cafeteria, and Brown room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chunks missing, chipping paint, and sticky residue (back door).
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 January 18, 2024
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by broken siding piece on north preschool playground.
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 · Correction due November 20, 2023
Furniture/equipment, shelves and changing table (Green room), table (middle bay), in all rooms was not in good condition as evidenced by sticky residue/contact paper peeling.
Required correction: The facility shall provide safe and clean furniture/equipment as required.
Dec 2023 Complaint Violation substantiated
Complaint · December 19, 2023
Violation substantiated · 5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(C)3. · Child Care Program
Only constructive, age-appropriate methods of discipline shall be used to help children develop self-control and assume responsibility for their own actions.
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 25-500.182(1)(C)7. · Child Care Program
Physical punishment including, but not limited to, spanking, slapping, shaking, biting, or pulling hair shall be prohibited.
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 Complaint Violation substantiated
Complaint · November 10, 2023
Violation substantiated · 5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(C)3. · Child Care Program
Only constructive, age-appropriate methods of discipline shall be used to help children develop self-control and assume responsibility for their own actions.
Oct 2023 Reinspection visit 11 findings
Reinspection visit · October 26, 2023
5 CSR 25-500.042 (13) (C) · Licensing Process · Correction due October 16, 2023
The telephone number of the board president was not prominently posted near the license.
Required correction: The name, address, and board president or chairperson shall be posted near the license.
5 CSR 25-500.042 (13) (C) · Licensing Process · Correction due October 16, 2023
The address of the board president was not prominently posted near the license.
Required correction: The name, address, and board president or chairperson shall be posted near the license.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due October 26, 2023
The ceilings located in several classrooms/bathrooms was/were not clean as evidenced by dusty vents.
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 floors located in Orange, Blue and Silver rooms, gym was/were not clean as evidenced by stained carpets, tape peeling/residue.
Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The walls located in Copper room, Silver room, L for L room, cafeteria, and Brown room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chunks missing, chipping paint, and sticky residue (back door).
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
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by broken siding piece on north preschool playground.
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, shelves and changing table (Green room), table (middle bay), in all rooms was not in good condition as evidenced by sticky residue/contact paper peeling.
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 26, 2023
Furniture/equipment, stepstools , in Brown, Orange, Yellow, Green and Blue rooms was not in good condition as evidenced by worn and peeling skid resistant material .
Required correction: The facility shall provide safe and clean furniture/equipment as required.
5 CSR 25-500.092 · Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 2. I · Correction due October 26, 2023
An infant was observed sleeping in a/an swing.
Required correction: Infants shall only sleep in a crib, portable crib, or playpen.
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A) · Furniture, Equipment and Materials · Correction due October 26, 2023
Outdoor equipment, balance toy , in I/T playground was not in good condition as evidenced by foam covering peeling off handles.
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 October 26, 2023
Outdoor equipment, easel , in preschool playground was not in good condition as evidenced by mixing plexi .
Required correction: Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.
Oct 2023 Compliance monitoring visit 11 findings
Compliance monitoring visit · October 16, 2023
5 CSR 25-500.042 (13) (C) · Licensing Process
The telephone number of the board president was not prominently posted near the license.
Required correction: The name, address, and board president or chairperson shall be posted near the license.
5 CSR 25-500.042 (13) (C) · Licensing Process
The address of the board president was not prominently posted near the license.
Required correction: The name, address, and board president or chairperson shall be posted near the license.
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 broken siding piece on north preschool playground.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The ceilings located in several classrooms/bathrooms was/were not clean as evidenced by dusty vents.
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 floors located in Orange, Blue and Silver rooms, gym was/were not clean as evidenced by stained carpets, tape peeling/residue.
Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The walls located in Copper room, Silver room, L for L room, cafeteria, and Brown room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chunks missing, chipping paint, and sticky residue (back door).
Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A) · Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Outdoor equipment, balance toy , in I/T playground was not in good condition as evidenced by foam covering peeling off handles.
Required correction: Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A) · Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Outdoor equipment, easel , in preschool playground was not in good condition as evidenced by mixing plexi .
Required correction: Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.
5 CSR 25-500.092 · Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 2. I
An infant was observed sleeping in a/an swing.
Required correction: Infants shall only sleep in a crib, portable crib, or playpen.
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1. · Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Furniture/equipment, shelves and changing table (Green room), table (middle bay), in all rooms was not in good condition as evidenced by sticky residue/contact paper peeling.
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
Furniture/equipment, stepstools , in Brown, Orange, Yellow, Green and Blue rooms was not in good condition as evidenced by worn and peeling skid resistant material .
Required correction: The facility shall provide safe and clean furniture/equipment as required.
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Openings, child care subsidies, and ratios and staff aren’t on this page.
How they teach
Developmental
“Each classroom at NEEC is fully-inclusive, grouping children with their like-aged peers regardless of their developmental level.”
What it costs
$1,000 to $1,256 a month
Kansas City-area comparison hidden until they say which age this price is for.
- Part time
- $500 to $879 a month
- Application fee
- $60
A day here
- Hours
- 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
- Meals
- Breakfast and lunch/snacks provided daily; milk quantity varies by age group; dietary needs accommodated at enrollment (the brand’s policy for all its schools)
- Updates for parents
- Notifications via email, ProCare app, and social media (the brand’s policy for all its schools)
- Schedule
- full-time, part-time (the brand’s policy for all its schools)
- Closed
- 9 holidays and breaks a year
Dates
New Year's Day, Professional Development Days, Spring Break, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Summer Break, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Break, Christmas Break (the brand’s policy for all its schools)
Policies
- Special needs
- Fully inclusive classrooms serving children with and without special needs; on-site therapy (OT, speech/language, PT, special instruction) via Missouri First Steps; individualized care plans (IFSP/IEP) required for enrollment (the brand’s policy for all its schools)
Details
- Website
- neeckids.org
- Address
- 8630 N Oak Trafficway
- License
- 000500256, active
- Ages they serve
- birth to five years
- Established
- 1981
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How they teach
- Approach — Checked July 2026 neeckids.org
What it costs
- Monthly tuition, Second price, Application fee — Checked July 2026 neeckids.org
State record
From Missouri DESE Office of Childhood’s published reports, last checked October 10, 2026.
A day here
- Meals, Updates for parents, Closed — Checked July 2026 neeckids.org
- Hours, Schedule — Checked July 2026 neeckids.org
Policies
- Special needs — Checked July 2026 neeckids.org
Details
- Phone, Address, License — Checked July 2026 healthapps.dhss.mo.gov/…/Facility.aspx
- Website — Checked July 2026 neeckids.org
- Ages they serve — Checked July 2026 neeckids.org
- Established — Checked July 2026 neeckids.org
- Who runs it — Checked October 2026 healthapps.dhss.mo.gov/…/Facility.aspx
Large means the biggest quarter of Kansas City-area’s 187 licensed centers by state-licensed capacity: 135 to 729 children. Small is 8 to 55; medium is 56 to 134.