DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

GROUP HOME AND CENTER INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information

STEPHEN'S HOUSE

001612517

(816) 741-5056

5755 N NORTHWOOD RD
KANSAS CITY
MO  64151

LOS NINOS III, INC.



 

KRUG, JANICE

OSUBALLGIRL12@ATT.NET

Incorporated

MARY C MALOID

6 WEEKS - 12 YEARS

156

GROUP HOME AND CENTER

40 CHILDREN IN THE INFANT/TODDLER UNIT
 
Inspection Information

03/31/2025

12:45 PM

2:28 PM

UNANNOUNCED

COMPLIANCE MONITORING

2490101346


DocumentDocument-Date
DISCIPLINE POLICIES 09/14/2001
LINES OF ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY 09/14/2001
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 09/14/2001
DIRECTOR'S QUALIFICATIONS 04/28/2003
CHILD CARE PRACTICES 09/14/2001
DAILY SCHEDULE 09/14/2001
POLICIES 09/14/2001
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 09/19/2001
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 12/22/2004
ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION 09/14/2001
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 06/12/2017
DISASTER AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PLAN 01/30/2018
SAFE SLEEP POLICY 01/30/2018
LOCAL BUILDING APPROVAL 09/10/2001
LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT NOTIFICATION 10/17/2017
APPLICATION 06/26/2019
CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING 09/09/2021
SANITATION INSPECTION 04/17/2024
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 07/18/2024
ANNUAL DECLARATION 07/30/2024
EQUIPMENT LIST 07/30/2024
LISTING OF CHILD CARE STAFF/HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS 07/30/2024




Inspection determined facility to be in compliance with licensing rules.
Compliance Licensing Rules
Open Violations: 2
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 20
Total Children 111
StaffChildClass AgeNote
2 7 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Room 7 - Caregivers Tiffanie Zimbelman and Jaylwn Sowas with seven children all under 12 months of age
1 7 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Room 5/6 - Caregiver Renee Albert with seven children all 2 years of age
1 7 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Room 3 - Caregivers Christina Lindow and Rita Albert with seven children all under 24 months of age
1 3 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Room 4 - Caregiver Rita Istaro with three children all under 24 months of age
2 5 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Room 1 - Caregivers Adrianna Bustamante and Lauren Rhoad with five children all under the age of 12 months
3 0 NO CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE Mary Hurd, Katelyn Calkins, and Jan Krug with no children in attendance
1 9 PRESCHOOL Room 2 - Caregiver Ethan Smith (breaker) with nine children all 4-5 years of age
1 8 PRESCHOOL Room 14 - Caregiver Ethan Smith (breaker) with eight children all 3 years of age
1 8 PRESCHOOL Room 14 - Caregiver Lori Antognazzi with eight children all 3 years of age
1 7 PRESCHOOL Room 15 - Caregiver Lily Tema with seven children 3 - 4 years of age
1 10 PRESCHOOL Room 9 - Caregiver Lauren Diedrichs with ten children all 4-5 years of age
1 8 PRESCHOOL Room 10 - Caregiver Marisiann Ruta with eight children all 3 years of age
1 8 PRESCHOOL Room 11 - Caregiver Kathryn Bruce Reaves with eight children all 3 years of age
1 10 PRESCHOOL Room 12 - Caregiver Laurie Grossman with ten children all 3 years of age
1 8 TWO YEAR OLDS Room 13 - Caregiver Linda Reents with eight children all 2 years of age
1 6 TWO YEAR OLDS Room 8 - Caregiver Angelica Hernandez with six children all 2 years of age

Compliance List
5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.042 Licensing Process
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements
Compliance
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 kitchen door was standing open.
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
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
3/31/2025
Violation
The requirements for protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets were not met as evidenced by electrical outlets were not covered in that one outlet in Room 1 did not have a cover.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (1) (G) states: Protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets shall be used in areas accessible to the children.
Correction Required
The facility shall use outlet covers or twist-lock outlets as required.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
3/31/2025
Violation
Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by teacher was carrying an infant in the halls outside the infant room.
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

5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Requirements of 19 CSR 30-62.087 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by the date of the drill was not recorded.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety (2) (F) states: Child care staff shall conduct at least one (1) fire drill each month and a disaster drill at least every three (3) months. The disaster drills shall include tornado drills. The provider shall maintain a written record at the facility of the date, type of drill, time required to evacuate the building, and number of children present during the drill.
Correction Required
Fire, tornado, and other disaster drills shall be completed and recorded as required.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
3/31/2025
5 CSR 25-500.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Requirements for the crib mattress/playpen padding/bedding were not met as evidenced by a non-fitted sheet was used.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 2. D. states: The crib mattress or playpen pad shall be sized correctly to the crib or playpen, in good condition, waterproof and kept clean and dry, be firm and maintain its shape even when the fitted sheet designated for that model is used, such that there are no gaps between the mattress and the side of the crib or playpen. Only fitted sheets shall be used. Only fitted sheet shall be used and shall be changed immediately when soiled or wet.
Correction Required
Sleeping equipment shall meet safety and sanitation requirements.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

Violation
Outdoor equipment, Little Tykes car, in older playground was not in good condition as evidenced by cracked plastic.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (3) (A) states: All outdoor equipment shall be constructed safely, in good condition and free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Only lead-free paint shall be used.
Correction Required
Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
3/31/2025
Violation
Outdoor equipment, Little Tykes sand and water table, in older playground was not in good condition as evidenced by crack in plastic.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (3) (A) states: All outdoor equipment shall be constructed safely, in good condition and free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Only lead-free paint shall be used.
Correction Required
Outdoor play equipment shall be safe and in good repair.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
3/31/2025
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.132 Admission Policies and Procedures
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.142 Nighttime Care
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.162 Overlap Care of Children
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.172 Emergency School Closings
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.182 Child Care Program
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.192 Health Care
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.202 Nutrition and Food Service
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements
Compliance
5 CSR 25-600.040 Background Screening Findings
Compliance
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. —
Compliance
RSMo 210.211.  License required - exceptions - written notice of licensure status, when.
Compliance