DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

GROUP HOME AND CENTER INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information

WILDCAT PLAYHOUSE DAYCARE

002918016

(417) 592-9982

117 W MCCORD ST
NEOSHO
MO  64850-1555

PATRIOT PLAYHOUSE DAYCARE, LLC

208 GRANBY MINERS RD
GRANBY
MO  64844-8232

GRAFFIS, JENNIFER

bramlaughlin@yahoo.com

Incorporated

LORI SCHUMER

6 WEEKS - 12 YEARS

44

GROUP HOME AND CENTER

16 CHILDREN UNDER 24 MONTHS
 
Inspection Information

05/18/2026

7:05 AM

8:59 AM

UNANNOUNCED

REINSPECTION

2513460193


DocumentDocument-Date
APPLICATION 10/12/2021
CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING 12/14/2021
CHILD CARE PRACTICES 12/14/2021
DAILY SCHEDULE 12/14/2021
DISASTER AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PLAN 12/14/2021
DISCIPLINE POLICIES 12/14/2021
LINES OF ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY 12/14/2021
POLICIES 12/14/2021
SAFE SLEEP POLICY 12/14/2021
SAMPLE FORMS 12/14/2021
REGISTERING FICTITIOUS NAMES 12/14/2021
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 12/14/2021
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 03/04/2022
LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT NOTIFICATION 03/04/2022
ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION 12/14/2021
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 12/14/2021
LLC ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION 12/14/2021
LLC OPERATING AGREEMENT 12/14/2021
LOCAL ZONING APPROVAL 03/04/2022
LOCAL BUILDING APPROVAL 03/04/2022
DIRECTOR'S QUALIFICATIONS 04/14/2021
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 01/12/2026
SANITATION INSPECTION 01/13/2026
LISTING OF CHILD CARE STAFF/HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS 05/14/2026
EQUIPMENT LIST 05/14/2026
ANNUAL DECLARATION 05/14/2026




Inspection determined facility to be in compliance with licensing rules.
Compliance Licensing Rules
Open Violations: 14
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 5
Total Children 16
StaffChildClass AgeNote
1 4 INFANTS AND TODDLERS When I first arrived Madysn Auch was in ratio with four children ages 20-months-old to 23-months-old.
1 1 INFANTS AND TODDLERS At 7:16 Emilly Bullington was in ratio with one child that was 4-months-old. (first child in her classroom arrived at 7:16 am). 7:18-one 4-month-old arrives. 7:40-One 1-year-old child arrives. 7:48-Infants and staff in the older I/T room were added to create a ratio of 2:6. 7:55-One 4-month old arrives creating a ratio of 2:7.
2 6 MIXED When I first arrived Angel Peck and Jennifer Graffis were in ratio with six children ages 2-5-years-old. Two of the children were 2-years-old. Another 3-year-old child arrived at 7:09. Two children arrived and stayed in the mixed age classroom while I was inspecting the I/T classroom, one of those children were 2-years-old and one was 3-years-old. 7:16 one 5-year-old child arrives. 7:18- One child arrives, (4-years-old). 7:35-one 2-year-old arrives and stays in the mixed room, making four 2-year-old in the room now. 7:36- One 4-year-old child arrives. (Ratio is currently 2:13 with four 2-year-olds). 7:40-One 3-year-old arrived. 7:41-Two children arrive ages 3-years-old and 4-years-old. 7:48 Caregiver Adison Graffis arrived in order for Caregiver Angel Peck to move into the 2-year-old room. 7:50-One 3-year-old arrives. 7:55-One 3-year-old arrives. 8:04-One 3-year-old arrives. 8:09-One 4-year-old arrived putting room at capacity with a ratio of 2:16. Staff Abigail Grotjohn arrived to be in ratio and Director Jennifer Graffis left to began preparing breakfast.
1 5 TWO YEAR OLDS Angel Peck was in ratio with five 2-year-olds. At 7:48 with the arrival of the fifth 2-year-old the 2-year-old classroom was open. Angel Peck moved to the 2-year-old classroom to open it. 8:16-A 2-year-old arrives. Ratio is now 1:6.

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
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
The equipment list was not submitted.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements (1) (C) states: A current list of available equipment.
Correction Required
The facility shall submit an equipment list as required.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
5/14/2026
Violation
The staff sheet was not submitted.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements (1) (D) states: A current staff sheet.
Correction Required
The facility shall submit a current staff sheet as required.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
5/14/2026
Violation
The Annual Declaration was not submitted.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements (1) (A) states: An Annual Declaration for Licensed Facility form, revised 2021 and incorporated by reference in this rule. As published by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, PO Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480 and available by the department at https://dese.mo.gov/childhood/forms, indicating the licensee’s intent to continue operating a licensed group child care home or child care center and agreement to comply with all statutes and department licensing rules.
Correction Required
The facility shall submit the Annual Declaration as required.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
5/14/2026
Violation
The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for Makenzie Conant, Jennifer Graffis, Abigail Grotjohn, Hope Hively, Angel Peck, Mary Robertson, Tarah Cook, Ayline Mendoza, Madison Auch, Emily Bullington, Sierra Corsbie, and Abraham Laughlin 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
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Compliance Date

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 door knob is missing from the door that opens into the 2-year room from the preschool room..
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
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Compliance Date

Violation
The walls located to the left of the bathroom at end of hall from preschool room was/were not clean as evidenced by dirt and other sticky substances on the 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
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Compliance Date

Violation
The walls located at the end of the hallway next to the bathroom from the preschool room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by missing piece of molding exposing glue and chipped paint.
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
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Compliance Date

Violation
The walls located on the east side of two year old room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipped paint was observed in various places on the 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
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Compliance Date

Violation
The walls located on the south side wall of the older infant room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipped paint was observed in various places on the wall above the 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
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Compliance Date

Violation
The walls located on the east side of the preschool room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by missing piece that covers the seam on the wall is missing exposing glue and chipped paint.
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
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Compliance Date

Violation
The provider did not provide resilient material necessary for the protection of children as evidenced by bare ground was observed around the yellow slide..
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (6) (A) 6. states: The provider shall be responsible for the type, depth and fall-zone area of resilient material necessary for the protection of children.
Correction Required
Appropriate type, depth and fall zone area of resilient material shall be provided for the protection of children.

Correction Verification
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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
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
A caregiver was not knowledgeable of the needs of children as evidenced by caregiver Madyson Auch and Director Jennifer Graffis were unsure of children's ages in the older infant room. Caregiver Emily Bullington from the younger infant room was able to assist and knew ages of the older infant group.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel (1) (E) states: Caregivers shall have knowledge of the needs of children and shall be sensitive to the capabilities, interests, and problems of children in care.
Correction Required
Caregivers shall meet child care personnel requirements.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date

Violation
The requirements for first aid/CPR were not met as evidenced by there was no documentation on file showing completion of age-appropriate CPR certification for the requested/licensed capacity.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel (1) (T) states: The licensee shall have documentation on file at the facility of current certification in age-appropriate first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training for a sufficient number of child care staff to ensure that there is one (1) caregiver at the facility for every twenty (20) children in the licensed capacity. At least one (1) caregiver with current certification in age-appropriate first aid and CPR must be on site at all times when children are present. The training shall be certified by a nationally-recognized organization, such as the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or an equivalent certification, include an in-person skills assessment, and be approved by the department.
Correction Required
Required age-appropriate certification in first aid/CPR shall be on file, with at least one caregiver with certification on site.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date

Violation
The requirements for first aid/CPR were not met as evidenced by there was no documentation on file showing completion of age-appropriate first aid certification for the requested/licensed capacity.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel (1) (T) states: The licensee shall have documentation on file at the facility of current certification in age-appropriate first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training for a sufficient number of child care staff to ensure that there is one (1) caregiver at the facility for every twenty (20) children in the licensed capacity. At least one (1) caregiver with current certification in age-appropriate first aid and CPR must be on site at all times when children are present. The training shall be certified by a nationally-recognized organization, such as the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or an equivalent certification, include an in-person skills assessment, and be approved by the department.
Correction Required
Required age-appropriate certification in first aid/CPR shall be on file, with at least one caregiver with certification on site.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date

Violation
The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2025, the staff listed need the following information: Makenzie Conant (9 hrs.), and Mary Robertson (9 hrs.), Tarah Cook (12 hrs.), Madison Auch (12 hrs.), Emily Bullington (12 hrs), Sierra Corsbie (12 hrs.), Ayline Mendoza (12 hrs.).
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel (3) (A) states: The center director, group child care home provider, all other caregivers, and those volunteers who are counted in staff/child ratios shall obtain at least twelve (12) clock hours of child-care related training during each calendar year. Clock hour training shall be approved by the department.
Correction Required
Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date

5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by 14 children , ages two to five years 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
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Compliance Date
5/18/2026
Violation
Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by five children , ages 21-23-months-old, were cared for by one 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
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Compliance Date
5/18/2026
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
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Requirements for food sanitation were not maintained as evidenced by groceries with shelf stable food were still in the bags from the grocery store were lined up along the hallway non the floor outside the kitchen .
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.202 Nutrition and Food Service (1) (I) states: State or local rules, or both, governing food service sanitation shall be maintained in the storage, preparation and service of foods.
Correction Required
The facility shall follow state and local rules regarding food service sanitation.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date

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
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Criminal background check results were older than five (5) years for Angel Peck, Mary Robertson, Tarah Cook, Ayline Mendoza, Madison Auch, and Abraham Laughlin.
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
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Compliance Date

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