DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

GROUP HOME AND CENTER INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information

KIDDING AROUND, L.L.C.

002044791

(816) 600-6440

826 SW BLUE PKWY
LEES SUMMIT
MO  64063-3805

KIDDING AROUND, L.L.C.



 

GIBSON, EVYNN MARIE

Ka1director@gmail.com


RACHEL CATRELL

6 WEEKS - 12 YEARS

111

GROUP HOME AND CENTER

40 CHILDREN IN THE INFANT/TODDLER UNIT; 40 CHILDREN UNDER 12 MONTHS; 40 CHILDREN UNDER 24 MONTHS
 
Inspection Information

01/30/2026

9:40 AM

10:13 AM

UNANNOUNCED

REINSPECTION

2507403250


DocumentDocument-Date
LOCAL ZONING APPROVAL 07/31/2007
LOCAL BUILDING APPROVAL 07/31/2007
LLC OPERATING AGREEMENT 04/29/2011
LLC ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION 07/31/2007
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 02/22/2008
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 02/22/2008
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 07/31/2007
LINES OF ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY 07/31/2007
SAMPLE FORMS 07/31/2007
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 07/31/2007
DAILY SCHEDULE 07/31/2007
CHILD CARE PRACTICES 07/31/2007
DIRECTOR'S QUALIFICATIONS 06/09/2015
APPLICATION 05/06/2019
SAFE SLEEP POLICY 06/06/2019
SANITATION INSPECTION 05/06/2025
LISTING OF CHILD CARE STAFF/HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS 06/20/2025
ANNUAL DECLARATION 06/20/2025
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 05/07/2025
EQUIPMENT LIST 06/20/2025




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 8
Total Children 62
StaffChildClass AgeNote
2 8 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Caregivers Lori Brown and Sharelle Turner with 8 children between 6 weeks and 12 months old.
2 6 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Caregivers Whittney Burnett and Tammy LaRue with 6 children aged 1 years old.
1 9 MIXED Caregiver Cassidy Ryland with 9 children, 8-2 year olds and 1-3 year old.
2 20 PRESCHOOL Caregivers Brooklyn Warrick and Lauren Tripses with 20 children aged 4-5 years old.
1 19 PRESCHOOL Caregiver Evynn Gibson with 19 children aged 3-4 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 requirements for protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets were not met as evidenced by electrical outlets were not covered in that the lower half was hanging off the wall creating a hole showing the wires behind it.
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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The walls located in the 2 year olds room in the middle was/were not in good condition as evidenced by trim coming off/hanging off the wall by 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
1/30/2026
Violation
The walls located in the back room on the left (3-4 year olds) was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint underneath the whiteboard on the far right 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
1/30/2026
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 19 children , ages 3-4, were cared for by 1 adult caregiver(s).
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios (1) (A) states: The staff/child ratio and group size shall be followed as outlined in the below chart unless it meets an exception in subparagraphs (1)(B)-(G) below: Infants, toddlers, and 2-year-olds shall have one caregiver for every four children with no more than eight children per group; Groups composed solely of children 24 to 36 months shall have one caregiver for every eight children with no more than 16 children per group; Groups composed solely of children 3 to 4 years shall have one caregiver for every 10 children with no more than 20 children per group; Groups composed solely of children 5 years or older shall have one caregiver for every 16 children with no more than 32 children per group; A mixed group of children consisting of no more than four children age 2 years, and at least one child older than 3 years shall have one caregiver for every 10 children with no more than 20 children per group; A mixed group of children consisting of more than four children ages 24 to 36 months, and at least one child older than 36 months shall have one caregiver for every eight children with no more than 16 children per group.
Correction Required
Staff/child ratios and group sizes shall be maintained at all times.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

Violation
Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by 9 children , ages 8-2 year olds and 1-3 year old, were cared for by 1 adult caregiver(s).
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios (1) (A) states: The staff/child ratio and group size shall be followed as outlined in the below chart unless it meets an exception in subparagraphs (1)(B)-(G) below: Infants, toddlers, and 2-year-olds shall have one caregiver for every four children with no more than eight children per group; Groups composed solely of children 24 to 36 months shall have one caregiver for every eight children with no more than 16 children per group; Groups composed solely of children 3 to 4 years shall have one caregiver for every 10 children with no more than 20 children per group; Groups composed solely of children 5 years or older shall have one caregiver for every 16 children with no more than 32 children per group; A mixed group of children consisting of no more than four children age 2 years, and at least one child older than 3 years shall have one caregiver for every 10 children with no more than 20 children per group; A mixed group of children consisting of more than four children ages 24 to 36 months, and at least one child older than 36 months shall have one caregiver for every eight children with no more than 16 children per group.
Correction Required
Staff/child ratios and group sizes shall be maintained at all times.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date

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