DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

GROUP HOME AND CENTER INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information

THE FLANCE EARLY LEARNING CENTER

002444724

(314) 881-0881

1908 OFALLON ST
ST LOUIS
MO  63106-3259

FLANCE MANAGEMENT, INC.



 

OMEROVIC, ISMETA

iomerovic@flancecenter.org

Incorporated

ELIZABETH TILLINGER

6 WEEKS - 6 YEARS

154

GROUP HOME AND CENTER

32 CHILDREN UNDER 12 MONTHS; 64 CHILDREN UNDER 24 MONTHS
 
Inspection Information

05/22/2026

9:30 AM

1:37 PM

UNANNOUNCED

COMPLIANCE MONITORING

2513891696


DocumentDocument-Date
REGISTERING FICTITIOUS NAMES 04/28/2014
LINES OF ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY 05/28/2014
DISCIPLINE POLICIES 05/14/2014
SAMPLE FORMS 05/14/2014
CHILD CARE PRACTICES 05/14/2014
DIRECTOR'S QUALIFICATIONS 05/14/2014
DAILY SCHEDULE 05/14/2014
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 05/14/2014
POLICIES 05/14/2014
LOCAL ZONING APPROVAL 04/24/2014
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 05/14/2014
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 04/24/2014
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 04/24/2014
ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION 08/05/2013
SAFE SLEEP POLICY 03/16/2016
DISASTER AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PLAN 05/22/2014
APPLICATION 03/05/2020
STAFF SHEET 04/03/2026
CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING 05/17/2024
LOCAL BUILDING APPROVAL 05/22/2026
EQUIPMENT LIST 05/22/2026
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 03/31/2026
SANITATION INSPECTION 03/31/2026
ANNUAL DECLARATION 04/03/2026
LISTING OF CHILD CARE STAFF/HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS 04/03/2026




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 32
Total Children 106
StaffChildClass AgeNote
2 5 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Nadijah Bradley, teacher and Sahara teacher present with five children age 13-months-old to 15-months-old.
2 7 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Fatuma Haja, teacher, and Jacqueline Mallet, teacher present with seven children age 5-months-old to 17-months-old.
2 3 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Tamara Tankins, teacher and Naya Bryson, teacher present with three children age 2-months-old to 17-months-old.
2 5 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Kimberly Lee, teacher and Kadra Haja, teacher present with five children age 2-months-old to 15-months-old.
3 12 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Robin Johnson, teacher, Rochelle Mullins, teacher and Shakira Shumpert, teacher present on the outside play space with twelve children age 18-months-old to 30-months-old.
4 18 MIXED Sumaya Sheikh, teacher, Alexandria Reedus, teacher, Jessica Coleman, teacher, and LeAyna Patton, teacher present on the outside play space with eighteen children age 2-years-old to 3-years-old.
5 0 NO CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE Ismeta Omerovic, Program director, Naeem Slaise, Director of Administration, Amaijah Ibrahim, supervisor, Anthony Nowicki, cook, and Richard Esquirdo, assistant cook, present with zero children.
3 13 PRESCHOOL Stephanie Ayotte, teacher, Tiffany Williams, teacher, and Shane Ackley, teacher present with thirteen children age 3-years-old to 5-years-old.
2 13 PRESCHOOL Stefanie Griffin, teacher, and Jorja McAfee, teacher present with thirteen children age 3-years-old to 5-years-old.
3 16 PRESCHOOL Stephene Upchurch, teacher, Kyla Riley, teacher, and Kevin Lee-Cohen, specialist, present with sixteen children age 3-years-old to 5-years-old.
2 8 TWO YEAR OLDS Willa Hynes, teacher and Donesha Taylor, teacher present with eight children age 2-years-old.
2 6 TWO YEAR OLDS Aurdeen Clarkson, teacher and Judy Johnson, teacher present with six children age 2-years-old.

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
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
The use of potty chairs/junior commode/adaptor seat did not meet requirements as evidenced by potty chairs were not located in a bathroom.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (3) (C) 2. states: One (1) potty chair, junior commode or toilet with an adapter seat shall be provided for every four (4) children being toilet trained. Potty chairs shall be located in the bathroom and shall be emptied, cleaned and disinfected after each use.
Correction Required
The facility shall provide, clean, and disinfect potty training equipment as required.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
5/22/2026
Violation
The walls located in the Silver Maple classroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by there is a 4 inch section where paint is off and exposed drywall is flaking.
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
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: bleach, goo be gone, disinfectant spray, ajax, razor blade cutter, comet, all purpose cleaner, glass door cleaner, the pink stuff cleaner, and rubbing alcohol. The item(s) was/were located in the infant/toddler and preschool classrooms.
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
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
5/22/2026
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
Requirements for the crib mattress/playpen padding/bedding were not met as evidenced by a crib mattress/pad was not in good condition in that there are two rips in the mattress exposing the inside foam.
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
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
5/22/2026
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Group size requirements were not met as evidenced by twelve children, ages 18-months-old to 30-months-old, were cared for by three 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
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
5/22/2026
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
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.172 Emergency School Closings
Not Observed
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
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports
Compliance
5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements
Compliance
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