DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information






 




 








 
Inspection Information








DocumentDocument-Date
SAMPLE FORMS 09/15/1995
POLICIES 09/15/1995
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 09/15/1995
LINES OF ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY 09/15/1995
CHILD CARE PRACTICES 09/15/1995
DAILY SCHEDULE 09/15/1995
DISCIPLINE POLICIES 09/15/1995
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 09/15/1995
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 09/15/1995
DIRECTOR'S QUALIFICATIONS 07/09/2012
LOCAL ZONING APPROVAL 08/26/2015
SAFE SLEEP POLICY 01/29/2016
ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION 09/13/1995
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 07/17/2019
STAFF SHEET 07/17/2019
APPLICATION 06/17/2019
LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT NOTIFICATION 04/24/2019
DISASTER AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PLAN 07/17/2019
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 09/12/2024
LISTING OF CHILD CARE STAFF/HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS 09/05/2023
CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING 08/23/2024
SANITATION INSPECTION 05/07/2024
EQUIPMENT LIST 08/23/2024
LOCAL BUILDING APPROVAL 08/15/2024
ANNUAL DECLARATION 08/23/2024




Compliance Licensing Rules
Open Violations:
NOTE
The licensee is responsible for compliance with all licensing rules, including but not limited to the rules listed on this compliance report form.

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
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
The premises were not safe and suitable as evidenced by a wire with a camera attached was hanging down inside of a large trash can in the pre-k room, due to ceiling tiles falling down from a ceiling leak. A cover to a light switch was removed from the in the pre-k room, exposing the inside of the wall and light switch.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (1) (A) states: The premises shall be safe and suitable for the care of children.
Correction Required
The premises shall be safe and suitable for the care of children.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The ceilings located in the rear preschool classroom (Zoo Corner Classroom) was/were not in good condition as evidenced by a ceiling tile was observed with non active water damage. The tile was dry but particles were observed flaking onto the floor and a child's table.
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 ceilings located in the pre-k classroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by three ceiling tiles were missing, exposing duct work and insulation due to water leak in the ceiling. .
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
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

Violation
The floors located in the pre-k classroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by water was observed underneath several wooden shelves, and foam puzzle mats due to a ceiling leak. A large area rug on the floor in the pre-k room was felt soaked in water.
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
Return Inspection

Compliance Date
3/31/2025
Violation
The walls located in the pre-k room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by a section of the rubber baseboard was missing on the wall near the bathroom.
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 observed surface area under the new outdoor jungle gym, from which a child might fall consists of bare soil.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (6) (A) 8. states: Concrete, asphalt, carpet, grass or bare soil is not an acceptable surface under outdoor equipment from which children might fall and be injured.
Correction Required
The facility shall not use concrete, asphalt, carpet, grass or bare soil under equipment from which a child might fall.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date
3/31/2025
5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness
Compliance
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
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
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.172 Emergency School Closings
Not Observed
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
Compliance
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
Compliance
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. —
Compliance
RSMo 210.211.  License required - exceptions - written notice of licensure status, when.
Compliance