DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

GROUP HOME AND CENTER INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information

KINGDOM KARE EARLY LEARNING CENTER

002697014

(314) 528-5005

2469 BARONESS DR
ST LOUIS
MO  63136-6000

LIFE CONNECTORS OUTREACH ORGANIZATION



 

THOMAS, MISSMOLLIE V

kingdomkareearlylearning@gmail.com

Incorporated

REGINA WATKINS

6 WEEKS - 13 YEARS

73

GROUP HOME AND CENTER

8 CHILDREN IN THE INFANT/TODDLER UNIT
 
Inspection Information

06/21/2023

12:56 PM

2:12 PM

UNANNOUNCED

REINSPECTION

2449444998


DocumentDocument-Date
SANITATION INSPECTION 03/27/2023
REGISTERING FICTITIOUS NAMES 03/27/2023
LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT NOTIFICATION 01/23/2023
CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING 04/05/2023
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 04/05/2023
ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION 07/20/2022
LISTING OF CHILD CARE STAFF/HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS 07/20/2022
DISASTER AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PLAN 05/10/2023
DIRECTOR'S QUALIFICATIONS 08/01/2022
SAFE SLEEP POLICY 08/01/2022
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 07/20/2022
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 07/20/2022
CHILD CARE PRACTICES 07/20/2022
APPLICATION 03/13/2023
DAILY SCHEDULE 08/01/2022
DISCIPLINE POLICIES 08/01/2022
POLICIES 08/01/2022
SAMPLE FORMS 08/01/2022
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 08/01/2022
LINES OF ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY 08/01/2022
EQUIPMENT LIST 08/12/2022
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 04/27/2023




Inspection determined facility to be in compliance with licensing rules.
Compliance Licensing Rules
Open Violations: 3
NOTE
The licensee is responsible for compliance with all licensing rules, including but not limited to the rules listed on this compliance report form.
Attendance at Time of Inspection
Total Staff 6
Total Children 30
StaffChildClass AgeNote
2 7 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Caregivers- Shamyra Willis and Ashlane Scott with Seven children ages 6-months-old to 23-months-old
1 7 MIXED Caregivers-Sophelia Boyd with Seven children ages 4-years-old to 5-years-old
1 7 PRESCHOOL Caregiver-Dasha Greene with Seven children all 3-years-old
1 5 SCHOOL AGE Caregiver-Kayoni Morris with Five children ages 6-years-old to 12-years-old
1 4 TWO YEAR OLDS Caregiver-Joy Johnson with Four children

Compliance List
5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.042 Licensing Process
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Posting requirements were not met as evidenced by the license was not posted near the entrance.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.042 Licensing Process (12) states: Once granted, the license shall be posted near the entrance of the facility where it may be seen easily by parents or others who visit.
Correction Required
The official license shall be posted.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
6/21/2023
Violation
The number of children was/were exceeded as evidenced by there were 11 children in the I/T unit and the provider is licensed to care for a total of 8 children in the I/T unit.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.042 Licensing Process (18) states: The number and ages of children a group child care home or child care center is authorized to have in care at any one time shall be specified on the license and shall not be exceeded except as permitted within these rules.
Correction Required
The facility shall maintain compliance with the specifications on the license.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
6/21/2023
5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by the director who reported she is not comfortable with her 7-month- old going into childcare space continues to care for her child outside of the classroom.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (1) (C) states: Children shall have no access to areas not approved for child care.
Correction Required
Caregivers shall restrict children to approved space.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

Violation
The walls located located in the hallway that leads to the outdoor space was/were not in good condition as evidenced by the white wall was stained and there was a white like caulking substance on the lower part of the wall.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (A) 6. states: 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.
Correction Required
Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The space for infants and toddlers is not separated by floor-to-ceiling walls.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (B) 2. B. (III) states: If a unit for infants and toddlers is auxiliary to a facility for older children, centers initially licensed for infant/toddler care after the effective date of these rules or facilities adding new infant/toddler space, shall have play, sleeping and bathroom space in the infant and toddler unit. This space shall be separated from the space used for older children by floor-to-ceiling walls;
Correction Required
Infant/toddler space shall be separated from other child care space by floor-to-ceiling walls. (GF)

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

Violation
Required group size was exceeded as follows: the correct group size for children under 2 years was not met as evidenced by 11 children were in the group.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (B) 2. B. (IV) states: No more than eight (8) infant/toddlers or sixteen (16) two (2)-year olds shall be in a group;
Correction Required
Infants/Toddlers-1:4 ratio required with no more than 8 in a group. Two-year olds - 1:8 ratio required with no more than 16 in a group.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
6/21/2023
Violation
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by the fencing had an overgrowth of weeds.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (6) (A) 4. states: The play area shall be safe for children's activities, well-maintained, free of hazards such as poisonous plants, broken glass, rocks or other debris and shall have good drainage.
Correction Required
The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
6/21/2023
5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by 11 children, ages 6-months-old to 2-years-old, were cared for by 2 caregiver(s).
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios (1) (A) states: Birth Through Two (2) Years. Groups composed of mixed ages through two (2)- years shall have no less than one (1) adult to four (4) children, with no more than eight (8) children in a group;
Correction Required
Correct staff/child ratios and group size shall be maintained.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
6/21/2023
5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.132 Admission Policies and Procedures
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.142 Nighttime Care
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.162 Overlap Care of Children
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.172 Emergency School Closings
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.182 Child Care Program
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.192 Health Care
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.202 Nutrition and Food Service
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-600.040 Background Screening Findings
Not Observed
RSMo 210.115. Reports of abuse, neglect, and under age eighteen deaths — persons required to report — supervisors and administrators not to impede reporting — deaths required to be reported to the division or child fatality review panel, when — report made to another state, when. —
Not Observed
RSMo 210.211.  License required - exceptions - written notice of licensure status, when.
Not Observed