DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

GROUP HOME AND CENTER INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information

GROWING MINDS ACADEMY & DAYCARE, LLC

002244324

(314) 741-0700

11889 BENHAM RD
ST LOUIS
MO  63138-1308

GROWING MINDS ACADEMY & DAYCARE, LLC



 

WALLACE, DOMINIQUE MAHOGANY

growingmindsacademy2010@gmail.com


VIKTORIA ZABARA

6 WEEKS - 12 YEARS

83

GROUP HOME AND CENTER

24 CHILDREN IN THE INFANT/TODDLER UNIT; 8 CHILDREN UNDER 24 MONTHS; THIS INCLUDES ADDRESS 11897 BENHAM RD, ST. LOUIS, MO 63138; 11889 BENHAM RD., ST. LOUIS, MO 63138, 50 CHILDREN, 6 WEEKS THROUGH 12-YEARS; 11897 BENHAM RD: 33 CHILDREN, 4 YEARS THROUGH 12 YEARS (LOWER LEVEL ONLY)
 
Inspection Information

06/10/2026

10:45 AM

11:54 AM

UNANNOUNCED

COMPLIANCE MONITORING

2514838705


DocumentDocument-Date
SAMPLE FORMS 09/29/2010
POLICIES 09/29/2010
LLC ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION 09/29/2010
LINES OF ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY 09/29/2010
LLC OPERATING AGREEMENT 08/17/2010
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 09/29/2010
DISCIPLINE POLICIES 09/29/2010
DIRECTOR'S QUALIFICATIONS 07/15/2013
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 09/29/2010
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 09/29/2010
DAILY SCHEDULE 09/29/2010
CHILD CARE PRACTICES 09/29/2010
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 09/29/2010
LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT NOTIFICATION 10/18/2016
APPLICATION 09/04/2018
STAFF SHEET 09/04/2018
LOCAL BUILDING APPROVAL 10/24/2018
LOCAL ZONING APPROVAL 10/24/2018
CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING 12/11/2024
ANNUAL DECLARATION 07/28/2025
EQUIPMENT LIST 07/28/2025
LISTING OF CHILD CARE STAFF/HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS 12/11/2025
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 09/25/2025
SANITATION INSPECTION 12/09/2025

Overlap Start TimeOverlap End TimeOverlap Submit Date
  3:00PM   4:00PM   9/10/2018
  4:30PM   5:30PM   9/10/2018



Inspection determined facility to be in compliance with licensing rules.
Compliance Licensing Rules
Open Violations: 4
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 29
StaffChildClass AgeNote
1 2 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Kanesha Mcfadden, teacher, was present with two children aged 11-months-old to 12-months-old
1 3 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Mykelle Bradford, teacher, was present with three children aged 18-months-old to 23-months-old
2 0 NO CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE Dominique Wallace, director, and Artrice Jackson-Mason, teacher, were present with no children in attendance
1 1 PRESCHOOL Lisa Dorris, teacher, was present with one child aged 5-years-old
2 15 PRESCHOOL Charity Wallace, teacher, and Aniya Wallace, teacher, were present with 15 children aged 3-years-old to 5-years-old
1 8 TWO YEAR OLDS Bryla Wallace, teacher, was present with eight children all aged 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
Not Observed
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 the carbon monoxide detector in the School-Age classroom was beeping saying that the battery should be replaced.
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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The ceilings located in the back School-Age classroom to the left of the sink was/were not in good condition as evidenced by there is one missing ceiling tile.
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
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by there is excessive overgrowth observed on the School-Age playground along the left side of the fence including vines, plants, branches.
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
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date

Violation
The ceilings located in the School-Age classroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by the light cover was missing.
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
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
6/10/2026
Violation
The walls located in the hallway in Bldg. 11897 next to the entrance to the School-Age classroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by the baseboard is detached next to the door frame.
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

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
The passage to an exit located in the 2-years-old room was not clear as evidenced by there was a stack of big construction blocks sitting in the door frame.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (A) 2. states: Furniture and equipment shall be arranged to provide a clear passage to all exits.
Correction Required
Caregivers shall keep passageways to all exits clear.

Correction Verification
Corrected on Site

Compliance Date
6/10/2026
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.132 Admission Policies and Procedures
Compliance
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
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. —
Not Observed
RSMo 210.211.  License required - exceptions - written notice of licensure status, when.
Compliance