Kansas City · Licensed center
Primrose School of Liberty, Inc.
- Large center, licensed for 171 children.
- A Primrose Schools franchise. The brand is owned by Roark Capital, a private-equity firm.
- Shortlist has found no website for it yet.
What the state has found
The state cited rules at 24 of its 27 licensing inspections since September 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 22, 20265 citations
“The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for A.R. within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (C)
“There was evidence of dirt/debris in sticky residue on changing table in EPS 2.”
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 wires were poking out of bottom of gate.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1.
“Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for S.D. (9/22/2026), O.P., S.S. (9/22/2026) as evidenced by a medical examination was not on file within 30 days of an individual beginning to work with children.”
5 CSR 25-500.122 (1) (A)
1 more from this inspection
“A medical examination report did not include either a Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis form or a negative tuberculin skin test (TST) for the following staff: S.D.”
5 CSR 25-500.122
Sep 9, 202611 citations
“The walls located in Pre-K was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by nine children , ages 2 months-to-10-months, were cared for by two adult caregiver(s).”
5 CSR 25-500.112 (1) (A)
“Group size requirements were not met as evidenced by nine children, ages under 24 months-old, were cared for by two adult caregiver(s).”
5 CSR 25-500.112 (1) (A)
“Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by nine children , ages under 24 months-old, were cared for by two adult caregiver(s).”
5 CSR 25-500.112 (1) (A)
7 more from this inspection
“The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for A.R. within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (C)
“There was evidence of dirt/debris in sticky residue on changing table in EPS 2.”
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 wires were poking out of bottom of gate.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 1.
“The passage to an exit located in EPS 1 was not clear as evidenced by changing table blocking exit.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 2.
“Group size requirements were not met as evidenced by nine children, ages 2 months-to-10-months, were cared for by two adult caregiver(s).”
5 CSR 25-500.112 (1) (A)
“Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for S.D., O.P., S.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)
“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.D.”
5 CSR 25-500.122
Aug 19, 20263 citations
“The floors located in infant 2 was/were not in good condition as evidenced by tape peeling off floor.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The walls located in Pre-K was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Outdoor equipment, ball , in toddler playground was not in good condition as evidenced by torn.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
Jul 28, 20262 citations
“Posting requirements were not met as evidenced by the license was not posted near the entrance.”
5 CSR 25-500.042 (12)
“The walls located in Explorers was/were not in good condition as evidenced by paint peeling .”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
Jul 7, 20265 citations
“The requirements for toilet and handwashing facilities were not met as evidenced by the toilet was not convenient for children's use.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (3) (A) 3.
“The walls located in Explorers was/were not in good condition as evidenced by paint peeling .”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Posting requirements were not met as evidenced by the license was not posted near the entrance.”
5 CSR 25-500.042 (12)
“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)
1 more from this inspection
“The walls located in EPs-3 was/were not in good condition as evidenced by splintering on bottom of bathroom doors.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
Jun 2, 20263 citations
“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)
“The walls located in EPs-3 was/were not in good condition as evidenced by splintering on bottom of bathroom doors.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The requirements for toilet and handwashing facilities were not met as evidenced by the toilet was not convenient for children's use.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (3) (A) 3.
May 18, 20263 citations
“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)
“The ceilings located in EPS-1 and Pre-K bathrooms was/were not clean as evidenced by dusty light fixture and vents.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The walls located in EPs-3 was/were not in good condition as evidenced by splintering on bottom of bathroom doors.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
Apr 2, 20263 citations
“The requirements for toilet and handwashing facilities were not met as evidenced by the toilet would not flush.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (3) (A) 3.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by turf peeling up, exposing broken wooden edging and screws.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)
Mar 17, 20263 citations
“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by turf peeling up, exposing broken wooden edging and screws.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“Outdoor equipment, tire swing, in pre-k playground was not in good condition as evidenced by broken.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
Feb 10, 20264 citations
“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)
“The walls located in toddler-2 was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Outdoor equipment, ball , in 2-year-old playground was not in good condition as evidenced by foam peeling off.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
“Outdoor equipment, tire swing, in pre-k playground was not in good condition as evidenced by broken.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
Jan 14, 20265 citations
“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)
“The walls located in toddler-2 was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The requirements for toilet and handwashing facilities were not met as evidenced by the toilet would not flush.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (3) (A) 3.
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by cord from awning hanging to the ground on Pre-k playground.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
1 more from this inspection
“Outdoor equipment, tire swing, in pre-k playground was not in good condition as evidenced by broken.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
Dec 18, 20256 citations
“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)
“The requirements for protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets were not met as evidenced by an electrical plate was broken in that broken electrical plate in the explorers.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (G)
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: scissors and staple remover. The item(s) was/were located in an unlocked drawer.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I)
“The requirements for toilet and handwashing facilities were not met as evidenced by the toilet would not flush.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (3) (A) 3.
2 more from this inspection
“The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by cord from awning hanging to the ground on Pre-k playground.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4.
“Outdoor equipment, tire swing, in pre-k playgorund was not in good condition as evidenced by broken.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A)
Nov 10, 20256 citations
“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)
“The floors located in preschool was/were not clean as evidenced by spilled milk and sticker residue.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The walls located in EPS 3 was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by locks on kitchen doors broken.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (C)
2 more from this inspection
“Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for 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)
“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: I.H. and K.S.”
5 CSR 25-500.122
Oct 1, 20258 citations
“The ceilings located in preschool room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by vent cover dusty and rusting.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The walls located in EPS 3 was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by locks on kitchen doors broken.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (C)
“A.P. did not complete safe sleep training within 30 days of employment or volunteering at the facility.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (4) (A) 3.
4 more from this inspection
“Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for 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)
“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: I.H. and K.S.”
5 CSR 25-500.122
“1 child(ren) records did not include work schedule of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.”
5 CSR 25-500.222 (2) (B)
“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)
Sep 18, 202510 citations
“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)
“The walls located in EPS 3 was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The ceilings located in preschool room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by vent cover dusty and rusting.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: scissors and staple remover. The item(s) was/were located in a low, unlocked drawer.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I)
6 more from this inspection
“Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by locks on kitchen doors broken.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (C)
“A.P. did not complete safe sleep training within 30 days of employment or volunteering at the facility.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (4) (A) 3.
“Group size requirements were not met as evidenced by seventeen children children, ages 2-years-old, were cared for by 3 adult caregiver(s).”
5 CSR 25-500.112 (1) (A)
“Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for 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)
“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: I.H. and K.S.”
5 CSR 25-500.122
“1 child(ren) records did not include work schedule of parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.”
5 CSR 25-500.222 (2) (B)
May 15, 20251 citation
“The floors located in EPS one was/were not clean as evidenced by tape peeling/sticky residue.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
May 6, 20252 citations
“The ceilings located in several rooms was/were not clean as evidenced by dusty bathroom vents.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The floors located in EPS one was/were not clean as evidenced by tape peeling/sticky residue.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
Apr 14, 20252 citations
“Sleeping equipment was not arranged to provide required spacing as evidenced by there was no aisle on the long side of the napping equipment.”
5 CSR 25-500.092
“Bathroom supplies were not available and accessible to children as evidenced by there was no toilet paper.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (3) (A) 4.
Jan 2, 20251 citation
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: scissors. The item(s) was/were located on the bathroom floor .”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I)
Oct 8, 20244 citations
“Requirements of 19 CSR 30-62.087 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by fire drills were not held at least one time each month.”
5 CSR 25-500.087 (2) (F)
“Requirements of facilities participation in disaster and emergency drills were not met as evidenced by the disaster or emergency drill was not held at least one time every three months.”
5 CSR 25-500.090 (3) (A)
“Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for T.A. as evidenced by a medical examination was not on file within 30 days of an individual beginning to work with children.”
5 CSR 25-500.122 (1) (A)
“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)
Sep 11, 20246 citations
“The ceilings located in toddler 3 and EPS 3 was/were not clean as evidenced by dusty vents.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The floors located in toddler 3 was/were not in good condition as evidenced by tape peeling off.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Requirements of 19 CSR 30-62.087 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by fire drills were not held at least one time each month.”
5 CSR 25-500.087 (2) (F)
“Requirements of facilities participation in disaster and emergency drills were not met as evidenced by the disaster or emergency drill was not held at least one time every three months.”
5 CSR 25-500.090 (3) (A)
2 more from this inspection
“Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for T.A. as evidenced by a medical examination was not on file within 30 days of an individual beginning to work with children.”
5 CSR 25-500.122 (1) (A)
“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)
Feb 1, 20244 citations
“The ceilings located in several rooms was/were not clean as evidenced by dusty .”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“The name, address and telephone number of the board chairperson was not prominently posted near the license.”
5 CSR 25-500.042 (13) (C)
“The name, address and telephone number of the owner(s) was not prominently posted near the license.”
5 CSR 25-500.042 (13) (B)
“Furniture/equipment, drawer and table, in explorers room was not in good condition as evidenced by sticky residue.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
Sep 28, 202311 citations
“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)
“The walls located in toddler 3 was/were not in good condition as evidenced by paint peeling.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Furniture/equipment, cabinet under changing table, in Toddler 2 was not in good condition as evidenced by missing handle.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“The facility did not conduct a Family Care Safety Registry screening for J.M., who was hired on 9/11/2023.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (1) (P)
7 more from this inspection
“The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2022, the staff listed need the following information: T.M.-needs 1 hour.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (3) (A)
“Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for A.M. 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: A.M.”
5 CSR 25-500.122
“Requirements for infant-toddler/preschool child medical examination reports on file were not met as evidenced by there was no medical examination report on file within 30 days of admission - the admission date(s) was/were 9/12/2022.”
5 CSR 25-500.122 (2) (A)
“The provider did not have parental acknowledgement on file indicating the parent and provider have agreed on a plan for continuing communication.”
5 CSR 25-500.132
“The facility did not meet requirements for child enrollment and health information on file as evidenced by 1 child(s) file(s) did not have the parental acknowledgement they have been notified that they may request whether there are children for whom an immunization exemption has been filed for currently enrolled in or attending the facility.”
5 CSR 25-500.132
“Criminal background check results were not on file for J.M.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1)
Sep 13, 202315 citations
“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A)
“The walls located in toddler 3 was/were not in good condition as evidenced by paint peeling.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: Desitin, Aquaphor, A& D diaper creams. The item(s) was/were located unlocked drawer.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I)
“The ceilings located in several rooms was/were not clean as evidenced by duty vents.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6.
11 more from this inspection
“Diapering requirements were not met as evidenced by the diapering table was not located where caregiver could maintain supervision of his/her group of children. The diapering table was located in the EPS 2.”
5 CSR 25-500.082 (4) (A)
“Furniture/equipment, cabinet and shelf, in in school-age room was not in good condition as evidenced by sticky residue.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“Furniture/equipment, cabinet under changing table, in Toddler 2 was not in good condition as evidenced by missing handle.”
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 1.
“The facility did not conduct a Family Care Safety Registry screening for J.M., who was hired on 9/11/2023.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (1) (P)
“The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2022, the staff listed need the following information: T.M.-needs 1 hour.”
5 CSR 25-500.102 (3) (A)
“Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for A.M. 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: A.M.”
5 CSR 25-500.122
“Requirements for infant-toddler/preschool child medical examination reports on file were not met as evidenced by there was no medical examination report on file within 30 days of admission - the admission date(s) was/were 9/12/2022.”
5 CSR 25-500.122 (2) (A)
“The provider did not have parental acknowledgement on file indicating the parent and provider have agreed on a plan for continuing communication.”
5 CSR 25-500.132
“The facility did not meet requirements for child enrollment and health information on file as evidenced by 1 child(s) file(s) did not have the parental acknowledgement they have been notified that they may request whether there are children for whom an immunization exemption has been filed for currently enrolled in or attending the facility.”
5 CSR 25-500.132
“Criminal background check results were not on file for J.M.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1)
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State record — Missouri DESE Office of Childhood
- Last visit
- September 22, 2026
- On file
- 27 visits since September 2023 — 3 cited nothing · 5 complaint investigations
- Fixed?
- The latest correction deadline was September 22, 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 Reinspection visit 5 findings
Reinspection visit · September 22, 2026
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (C) · Annual Requirements · Correction due September 22, 2026
The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for A.R. 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 25-500.082 (2) (A) 9. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due September 22, 2026
There was evidence of dirt/debris in sticky residue on changing table in EPS 2.
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 September 22, 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 wires were poking out of bottom of gate.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be accessible without hazard.
5 CSR 25-500.122 (1) (A) · Medical Examination Reports
Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for S.D. (9/22/2026), O.P., S.S. (9/22/2026) 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 September 22, 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: S.D.
Required correction: Medical examination reports shall include Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis forms or negative tuberculin skin test (TST) as required.
Sep 2026 Compliance monitoring visit 11 findings
Compliance monitoring visit · September 9, 2026
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due September 9, 2026
The walls located in Pre-K 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 25-500.112 (1) (A) · Staff/Child Ratios · Correction due September 9, 2026
Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by nine children , ages 2 months-to-10-months, were cared for by two adult caregiver(s).
Required correction: Staff/child ratios and group sizes shall be maintained at all times.
5 CSR 25-500.112 (1) (A) · Staff/Child Ratios · Correction due September 9, 2026
Group size requirements were not met as evidenced by nine children, ages under 24 months-old, were cared for by two adult caregiver(s).
Required correction: Staff/child ratios and group sizes shall be maintained at all times.
5 CSR 25-500.112 (1) (A) · Staff/Child Ratios · Correction due September 9, 2026
Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by nine children , ages under 24 months-old, were cared for by two adult caregiver(s).
Required correction: Staff/child ratios and group sizes shall be maintained at all times.
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (C) · Annual Requirements
The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for A.R. 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 25-500.082 (2) (A) 9. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
There was evidence of dirt/debris in sticky residue on changing table in EPS 2.
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 wires were poking out of bottom of gate.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be accessible without hazard.
5 CSR 25-500.092 (1) (A) 2. · Furniture, Equipment and Materials · Correction due September 9, 2026
The passage to an exit located in EPS 1 was not clear as evidenced by changing table blocking exit.
Required correction: Caregivers shall keep passageways to all exits clear.
5 CSR 25-500.112 (1) (A) · Staff/Child Ratios · Correction due September 9, 2026
Group size requirements were not met as evidenced by nine children, ages 2 months-to-10-months, were cared for by two adult caregiver(s).
Required correction: Staff/child ratios and group sizes shall be maintained at all times.
5 CSR 25-500.122 (1) (A) · Medical Examination Reports
Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for S.D., O.P., S.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 · 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.D.
Required correction: Medical examination reports shall include Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis forms or negative tuberculin skin test (TST) as required.
Aug 2026 Close supervision visit 3 findings
Close supervision visit · August 19, 2026
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due August 19, 2026
The floors located in infant 2 was/were not in good condition as evidenced by tape peeling off floor.
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 Pre-K 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 25-500.092 (3) (A) · Furniture, Equipment and Materials · Correction due August 19, 2026
Outdoor equipment, ball , in toddler playground was not in good condition as evidenced by torn.
Required correction: Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.
Jul 2026 Compliance verification visit 2 findings
Compliance verification visit · July 28, 2026
5 CSR 25-500.042 (12) · Licensing Process · Correction due July 28, 2026
Posting requirements were not met as evidenced by the license was not posted near the entrance.
Required correction: The official license shall be posted.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due July 28, 2026
The walls located in Explorers was/were not in good condition as evidenced by paint peeling .
Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.
Jul 2026 Close supervision visit 5 findings
Close supervision visit · July 7, 2026
5 CSR 25-500.082 (3) (A) 3. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due July 7, 2026
The requirements for toilet and handwashing facilities were not met as evidenced by the toilet was not convenient for children's use.
Required correction: Bathroom fixtures shall be functional and convenient.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The walls located in Explorers was/were not in good condition as evidenced by paint peeling .
Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.
5 CSR 25-500.042 (12) · Licensing Process
Posting requirements were not met as evidenced by the license was not posted near the entrance.
Required correction: The official license shall be posted.
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A) · Annual Requirements · Correction due June 10, 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) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due June 15, 2026
The walls located in EPs-3 was/were not in good condition as evidenced by splintering on bottom of bathroom doors.
Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.
Jun 2026 Close supervision visit 3 findings
Close supervision visit · June 2, 2026
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A) · Annual Requirements
The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.
Required correction: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual fire safety requirements.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The walls located in EPs-3 was/were not in good condition as evidenced by splintering on bottom of bathroom doors.
Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (3) (A) 3. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The requirements for toilet and handwashing facilities were not met as evidenced by the toilet was not convenient for children's use.
Required correction: Bathroom fixtures shall be functional and convenient.
May 2026 Close supervision visit 3 findings
Close supervision visit · May 18, 2026
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A) · Annual Requirements
The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.
Required correction: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual fire safety requirements.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due May 18, 2026
The ceilings located in EPS-1 and Pre-K bathrooms was/were not clean as evidenced by dusty light fixture and 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 walls located in EPs-3 was/were not in good condition as evidenced by splintering on bottom of bathroom doors.
Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.
Apr 2026 Close supervision visit 3 findings
Close supervision visit · April 2, 2026
5 CSR 25-500.082 (3) (A) 3. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due April 2, 2026
The requirements for toilet and handwashing facilities were not met as evidenced by the toilet would not flush.
Required correction: Bathroom fixtures shall be functional and convenient.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due April 2, 2026
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by turf peeling up, exposing broken wooden edging and screws.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
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.
Mar 2026 Close supervision visit 3 findings
Close supervision visit · March 17, 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 (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 turf peeling up, exposing broken wooden edging and screws.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A) · Furniture, Equipment and Materials · Correction due February 25, 2026
Outdoor equipment, tire swing, in pre-k playground was not in good condition as evidenced by broken.
Required correction: Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.
Feb 2026 Close supervision visit 4 findings
Close supervision visit · February 10, 2026
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A) · Annual Requirements
The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.
Required correction: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual fire safety requirements.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due February 10, 2026
The walls located in toddler-2 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 25-500.092 (3) (A) · Furniture, Equipment and Materials · Correction due February 10, 2026
Outdoor equipment, ball , in 2-year-old playground was not in good condition as evidenced by foam peeling off.
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, tire swing, in pre-k playground was not in good condition as evidenced by broken.
Required correction: Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.
Jan 2026 Close supervision visit 5 findings
Close supervision visit · January 14, 2026
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A) · Annual Requirements
The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.
Required correction: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual fire safety requirements.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The walls located in toddler-2 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 (3) (A) 3. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due January 14, 2026
The requirements for toilet and handwashing facilities were not met as evidenced by the toilet would not flush.
Required correction: Bathroom fixtures shall be functional and convenient.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (6) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due January 14, 2026
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by cord from awning hanging to the ground on Pre-k playground.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A) · Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Outdoor equipment, tire swing, in pre-k playground was not in good condition as evidenced by broken.
Required correction: Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.
Dec 2025 Close supervision visit 6 findings
Close supervision visit · December 18, 2025
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 (1) (G) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due December 18, 2025
The requirements for protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets were not met as evidenced by an electrical plate was broken in that broken electrical plate in the explorers.
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 December 18, 2025
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: scissors and staple remover. The item(s) was/were located in an unlocked drawer.
Required correction: Hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (3) (A) 3. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The requirements for toilet and handwashing facilities were not met as evidenced by the toilet would not flush.
Required correction: Bathroom fixtures shall be functional and convenient.
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 cord from awning hanging to the ground on Pre-k playground.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.
5 CSR 25-500.092 (3) (A) · Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Outdoor equipment, tire swing, in pre-k playgorund was not in good condition as evidenced by broken.
Required correction: Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.
Dec 2025 Complaint Violation substantiated
Complaint · December 5, 2025
Violation substantiated · 5 CSR 25-500.192(5)(A) · Health Care
In case of accident or injury to a child, the provider shall notify the parent(s) immediately. If the child requires emergency medical care, the provider shall follow the parent's(s') written instructions.
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.
Nov 2025 Close supervision visit 6 findings
Close supervision visit · November 10, 2025
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A) · Annual Requirements
The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.
Required correction: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual fire safety requirements.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due November 10, 2025
The floors located in preschool was/were not clean as evidenced by spilled milk and sticker 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 10, 2025
The walls located in EPS 3 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) (C) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due November 10, 2025
Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by locks on kitchen doors broken.
Required correction: Caregivers shall restrict children to approved space.
5 CSR 25-500.122 (1) (A) · Medical Examination Reports · Correction due November 10, 2025
Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for 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 · Medical Examination Reports (1) (B) . · Correction due November 10, 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: I.H. and K.S.
Required correction: Medical examination reports shall include Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis forms or negative tuberculin skin test (TST) as required.
Oct 2025 Reinspection visit 8 findings
Reinspection visit · October 1, 2025
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due October 1, 2025
The ceilings located in preschool room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by vent cover dusty and rusting.
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 EPS 3 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) (C) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by locks on kitchen doors broken.
Required correction: Caregivers shall restrict children to approved space.
5 CSR 25-500.102 (4) (A) 3. · Personnel · Correction due October 1, 2025
A.P. did not complete safe sleep training within 30 days of employment or volunteering at the facility.
Required correction: The department-approved safe sleep training must be completed within 30 days of employment or volunteering.
5 CSR 25-500.122 (1) (A) · Medical Examination Reports
Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for 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 · 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: I.H. and K.S.
Required correction: Medical examination reports shall include Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis forms or negative tuberculin skin test (TST) as required.
5 CSR 25-500.222 (2) (B) · Records and Reports · Correction due October 1, 2025
1 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 25-500.052 (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.
Sep 2025 Compliance monitoring visit 10 findings
Compliance monitoring visit · September 18, 2025
5 CSR 25-500.052 (2) (A) · Annual Requirements
The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.
Required correction: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual fire safety requirements.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
The walls located in EPS 3 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
The ceilings located in preschool room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by vent cover dusty and rusting.
Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due September 18, 2025
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: scissors and staple remover. The item(s) was/were located in a low, unlocked drawer.
Required correction: Hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (C) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by locks on kitchen doors broken.
Required correction: Caregivers shall restrict children to approved space.
5 CSR 25-500.102 (4) (A) 3. · Personnel
A.P. did not complete safe sleep training within 30 days of employment or volunteering at the facility.
Required correction: The department-approved safe sleep training must be completed within 30 days of employment or volunteering.
5 CSR 25-500.112 (1) (A) · Staff/Child Ratios · Correction due September 18, 2025
Group size requirements were not met as evidenced by seventeen children children, ages 2-years-old, were cared for by 3 adult caregiver(s).
Required correction: Staff/child ratios and group sizes shall be maintained at all times.
5 CSR 25-500.122 (1) (A) · Medical Examination Reports
Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for 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 · 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: I.H. and K.S.
Required correction: Medical examination reports shall include Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis forms or negative tuberculin skin test (TST) as required.
5 CSR 25-500.222 (2) (B) · Records and Reports
1 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.
Sep 2025 Complaint Violation substantiated
Complaint · September 4, 2025
Violation substantiated · 5 CSR 25-500.082(2)(A)6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
Walls, ceilings and floors shall be finished with material which can be cleaned easily and shall be free of splinters, cracks and chipping paint. Floor covering shall be in good condition. Lead-free paint shall be used for all painted surfaces.
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.
Aug 2025 Complaint Violation substantiated
Complaint · August 12, 2025
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.
May 2025 Compliance verification visit 1 finding
Compliance verification visit · May 15, 2025
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due May 15, 2025
The floors located in EPS one was/were not clean as evidenced by tape peeling/sticky residue.
Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.
May 2025 Close supervision visit 2 findings
Close supervision visit · May 6, 2025
5 CSR 25-500.082 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due May 6, 2025
The ceilings located in several 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 EPS one was/were not clean as evidenced by tape peeling/sticky residue.
Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.
Apr 2025 Close supervision visit 2 findings
Close supervision visit · April 14, 2025
5 CSR 25-500.092 · Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1. D. · Correction due April 14, 2025
Sleeping equipment was not arranged to provide required spacing as evidenced by there was no aisle on the long side of the napping equipment.
Required correction: Caregivers shall provide a two foot (2') aisle on one long side of the napping equipment.
5 CSR 25-500.082 (3) (A) 4. · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due April 14, 2025
Bathroom supplies were not available and accessible to children as evidenced by there was no toilet paper.
Required correction: The facility shall provide paper towels, soap and toilet paper, accessible for children's use.
Jan 2025 Close supervision visit 1 finding
Close supervision visit · January 2, 2025
5 CSR 25-500.082 (1) (I) · Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers · Correction due January 2, 2025
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: scissors. The item(s) was/were located on the bathroom floor .
Required correction: Hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.
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- Address
- 8700 NE 82nd St
- License
- 002724449, active
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Details
- Phone, Address, License — Checked July 2026 healthapps.dhss.mo.gov/…/Facility.aspx
- Who runs it — Checked October 2026 primroseschools.com
- Who runs it — Checked October 2026 roarkcapital.com
The private-equity firm Roark Capital lists Primrose Schools among its current investments and describes it as a franchisor of pre-K schools. roarkcapital.com
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.