DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

GROUP HOME AND CENTER INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information

SHINING STARS CHILDCARE LLC

002520614

(314) 381-8380

7032 NATURAL BRIDGE RD
ST LOUIS
MO  63121-5142

SANDRA'S DAYCARE LLC



 

HOWARD, SAMONE ANNETTA

childcareshiningstars@gmail.com


KIMBERLY KINNAIRD

3 MONTHS - 12 YEARS

46

GROUP HOME AND CENTER

CAPACITY OF 8 IN INFANT/TODDLER UNIT FOR 7030 NATURAL BRIDGE ROAD; CAPACITY OF 38 CHILDREN 24 MONTHS THROUGH 12 YEARS FOR 7032 NATURAL BRIDGE ROAD
 
Inspection Information

05/15/2026

9:40 AM

10:06 AM

UNANNOUNCED

REINSPECTION

2513422109


DocumentDocument-Date
CHILD CARE PRACTICES 08/07/2021
DAILY SCHEDULE 10/18/2021
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 09/13/2021
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 09/13/2021
DISASTER AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PLAN 10/18/2021
DISCIPLINE POLICIES 08/07/2021
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 01/14/2022
LINES OF ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY 01/14/2022
LLC ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION 03/27/2022
LLC OPERATING AGREEMENT 03/27/2022
POLICIES 08/07/2021
SAFE SLEEP POLICY 10/11/2021
REGISTERING FICTITIOUS NAMES 08/18/2021
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 10/11/2021
LICENSING ORIENTATION 06/17/2021
APPLICATION 08/12/2022
STAFF SHEET 08/31/2022
DIRECTOR'S QUALIFICATIONS 08/23/2022
LOCAL ZONING APPROVAL 08/24/2022
LOCAL BUILDING APPROVAL 06/03/2025
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 08/22/2025
LISTING OF CHILD CARE STAFF/HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS 11/05/2025
SANITATION INSPECTION 08/25/2025
EQUIPMENT LIST 11/05/2025
ANNUAL DECLARATION 11/05/2025




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 6
Total Children 19
StaffChildClass AgeNote
2 5 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Caregivers Tranee Williams and Torrenna Sacus present with children ages 5-months-old to 23-months-old.
1 0 NO CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE Additional staff present on the premise, Director Samone Howard was present without children.
2 9 PRESCHOOL Caregivers Kaliyah Page and Sandra Howard present with children ages 3-years-old to 6-years-old.
1 5 TWO YEAR OLDS Caregiver Sylvia White present with children ages 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 requirements for protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets were not met as evidenced by electrical outlets were not covered in that protective outlet covers were missing in the infant and Two's class.
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
5/15/2026
Violation
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: swiffer cleaner and peroxide . The item(s) was/were located in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (1) (I) states: All flammable liquids, matches, cleaning supplies, poisonous materials, medicines, alcoholic beverages, hazardous personal care items or other hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.
Correction Required
Hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
5/15/2026
Violation
Diapering requirements were not met as evidenced by the diapering table did not have a waterproof washable surface.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (4) (A) states: A safe diapering table with a waterproof washable surface shall be used for changing diapers. The diapering table shall be located within or adjacent to the group space so the caregiver using the diapering table can maintain supervision of his/her group of children at all times.
Correction Required
The facility shall provide a safe and clean diapering table as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
5/15/2026
Violation
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by weed fabric barrier is left exposed creating a tripping hazard on the Pre-School playground.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (6) (A) 4. states: The play area shall be safe for children's activities, well-maintained, free of hazards such as poisonous plants, broken glass, rocks or other debris and shall have good drainage.
Correction Required
The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
5/15/2026
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
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Outdoor equipment, helicopter and bus, in the Pre-School playground was not in good condition as evidenced by peeling paint.
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
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Compliance Date
5/15/2026
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
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
A child was left without competent supervision as evidenced by the Two's Class was left unsupervised while the teacher was in the restroom.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.182 Child Care Program (1) (A) 1. states: Caregivers shall not leave any child without competent supervision.
Correction Required
The facility shall provide competent supervision for each child as required.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date
5/15/2026
5 CSR 25-500.192 Health Care
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Facility did not submit the 2025 annual summary report showing immunization status of each child enrolled by January 15.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.192 Health Care (4) (D) states: The administrator of each day care facility shall prepare a record of immunization of each child enrolled in or attending the facility. An annual summary report shall be made by January 15 showing the immunization status of each child enrolled, using forms provided by the department (see 19 CSR 40-61.185). The immunization records shall be available for review by department personnel upon request.
Correction Required
Facility shall submit an annual summary report by January 15 showing the immunization status of each child enrolled.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date

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