DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

GROUP HOME AND CENTER INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information

CANTERBURY ACADEMY AT BRIARCLIFF

002572578

(816) 587-2170

1701 NW PLATTE RD
KANSAS CITY
MO  64150-8503

CADENCE EDUCATION MISSOURI, LLC



 

WELLS, KIRSTEN VANESSA

DIRECTOR.BRIARCLIFF@CANTERBURYPREPSCHOOL.COM


BIONICA D SMITHJACKSON

BIRTH - 12 YEARS

104

GROUP HOME AND CENTER

24 CHILDREN IN THE INFANT/TODDLER UNIT; 24 CHILDREN UNDER 24 MONTHS
 
Inspection Information

10/30/2025

10:00 AM

10:36 AM

UNANNOUNCED

REINSPECTION

2502811117


DocumentDocument-Date
ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION 12/21/2015
CHILD CARE PRACTICES 02/29/2016
DAILY SCHEDULE 12/21/2015
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 02/29/2016
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 02/29/2016
DIRECTOR'S QUALIFICATIONS 02/29/2016
DISCIPLINE POLICIES 02/29/2016
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 12/21/2015
LINES OF ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY 12/21/2015
LOCAL BUILDING APPROVAL 12/21/2015
LOCAL ZONING APPROVAL 12/21/2015
POLICIES 02/29/2016
REGISTERING FICTITIOUS NAMES 02/29/2016
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 12/21/2015
LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT NOTIFICATION 02/29/2016
SAFE SLEEP POLICY 02/29/2016
SAMPLE FORMS 12/21/2015
DISASTER AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PLAN 01/03/2018
APPLICATION 12/06/2019
CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING 04/17/2023
LISTING OF CHILD CARE STAFF/HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS 03/05/2025
EQUIPMENT LIST 03/05/2025
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 11/12/2024
SANITATION INSPECTION 01/24/2025
ANNUAL DECLARATION 03/05/2025




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 15
Total Children 75
StaffChildClass AgeNote
2 8 INFANTS AND TODDLERS caregivers Nicole Smith & Madison Clifton with eight children under 24-months-old
2 7 INFANTS AND TODDLERS caregivers Mary Toia and Julie Appleton with seven children under 12-months-old
2 8 INFANTS AND TODDLERS caregivers Lizabeth Quinonez and Eternity Arnes with eight children under 24-months-old
1 10 MIXED caregivers Abby Clifton with ten children, three 2-years-old and seven 3-years-old
3 0 NO CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE additional staff o the premises were director Kirsten Wells and staff Tiffany Milich and Melissa Hutcherson with no children
2 18 PRESCHOOL caregivers Sierra Bennett and Emma Moburg with eighteen children, 4-to-5-years-old
1 10 PRESCHOOL caregiver Jennifer Rice with ten children, 3-to-4-years-old
2 14 TWO YEAR OLDS caregivers Cinnamon Fleming and Amethyst Arnes with fourteen children, 2-years-old

Compliance List
5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.042 Licensing Process
Not Observed
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 floors located in Africa and Asia was/were not clean as evidenced by stained carpets/area rugs.
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 Europe, Australia, Africa, and Asia was/were not clean as evidenced by dusty vents, ceiling tiles, and light fixtures.
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 requirements for toilet and handwashing facilities were not met as evidenced by the toilet was not convenient for children's use.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (3) (A) 3. states: Toilet and hand washing facilities shall be in working order and convenient for the children's use.
Correction Required
Bathroom fixtures shall be functional and convenient.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

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
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Requirements for the crib mattress/playpen padding/bedding were not met as evidenced by gaps were observed between the mattress/pad and side of the crib or playpen.
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
10/30/2025
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios
Not Observed
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