DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

GROUP HOME AND CENTER INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information

SMART BEGINNINGS EARLY LEARNING CENTER

002666584

(816) 587-1980

7400 NW RIVER PARK DR
PARKVILLE
MO  64152-5028

SMART BEGINNINGS LEARNING CENTER LLC-KANSAS CITY

4413 NW 64TH TER
KANSAS CITY
MO  64151-4023

VON BEHREN, AMANDA JO

BRANDI@SMARTBEGINNINGSKC.COM


KATIE EDDINS

BIRTH - 12 YEARS

76

GROUP HOME AND CENTER

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

04/21/2026

11:39 AM

12:49 PM

UNANNOUNCED

COMPLIANCE MONITORING

2511930035


DocumentDocument-Date
DAILY SCHEDULE 08/29/2017
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 08/29/2017
LINES OF ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY 08/29/2017
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 08/29/2017
CHILD CARE PRACTICES 08/29/2017
DISCIPLINE POLICIES 08/29/2017
POLICIES 08/29/2017
LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT NOTIFICATION 09/25/2017
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 08/29/2017
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 08/29/2017
LOCAL ZONING APPROVAL 08/29/2017
DISASTER AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PLAN 01/19/2018
SAFE SLEEP POLICY 08/29/2017
DIRECTOR'S QUALIFICATIONS 08/29/2017
APPLICATION 04/22/2019
LLC ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION 05/24/2021
LLC OPERATING AGREEMENT 05/10/2021
CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING 09/14/2023
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 07/22/2024
ANNUAL DECLARATION 09/24/2025
LISTING OF CHILD CARE STAFF/HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS 09/24/2025
EQUIPMENT LIST 09/24/2025
SANITATION INSPECTION 06/20/2025




Inspection determined facility to be in compliance with licensing rules.
Compliance Licensing Rules
Open Violations: 1
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 41
StaffChildClass AgeNote
1 4 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Caregiver: Melanie Thomas was present with four children under 9 months.
2 8 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Caregivers: Kathryn Holloway and Autumn Bebee were present with eight 1 year olds.
1 4 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Caregiver: Cheryl Class was present with four 6-15 month olds.
1 0 NO CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE Caregiver: Amanda VonBehren was present with no children in attendance. Judy Smolte was there as a volunteer to read to children. Judy left during the inspection.
1 9 PRESCHOOL Caregiver: Emily Fette was present with nine 3 year olds.
1 8 PRESCHOOL Caregiver: Amy Campbell was present with eight 3-5 year olds.
1 8 TWO YEAR OLDS Caregiver: Maddie McDaniel was present with eight 2 year olds.

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
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for Brandi Staples, Amanda Van Behren, Melanie Thomas, and Kari Meyers within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements (2) (C) states: The child care provider shall conduct a Family Care Safety Registry check for all child care staff members within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date as printed on the license.
Correction Required
Required Family Care Safety Registry checks shall be conducted for all child care staff member(s) within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
4/21/2026
Violation
The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements (2) (A) states: Evidence of compliance with a fire and safety inspection as conducted by the State Fire Marshal or his/her designee.
Correction Required
The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual fire safety requirements.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

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 open kitchen door.
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
4/21/2026
Violation
Bathroom supplies were not available and accessible to children as evidenced by there was no toilet paper.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (3) (A) 4. states: Paper towels, soap and toilet paper shall be provided and easily accessible so the children can reach them without assistance.
Correction Required
The facility shall provide paper towels, soap and toilet paper, accessible for children's use.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
4/21/2026
Violation
There was no diapering table in the preschool unit and a two year old child was present.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (4) (C) states: Facilities initially licensed after the effective date of these rules and accepting two (2)-year olds for care in the preschool unit shall have a diapering table available in the preschool unit.
Correction Required
The facility shall provide a diapering table in the preschool unit as required. (GF)

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
4/21/2026
Violation
Bathroom supplies were not available and accessible to children as evidenced by there were no paper towels.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (3) (A) 4. states: Paper towels, soap and toilet paper shall be provided and easily accessible so the children can reach them without assistance.
Correction Required
The facility shall provide paper towels, soap and toilet paper, accessible for children's use.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
4/21/2026
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
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Outdoor equipment, post of toddler playset, in the playground was not in good condition as evidenced by the tape used to fix post was falling off and had loose parts.
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
4/21/2026
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports
Compliance
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
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports
Compliance
5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Criminal background check results were older than five (5) years for Cheryl Class and Kari Meyers.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements (5) states: Criminal background checks shall be completed for each child care staff member every five (5) years.
Correction Required
Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
4/21/2026
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