Bull Frogs And Little Fishes Preschool

5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

Violation: The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.

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

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The facility did not provide 45 square feet of usable floor space for each infant and toddler as evidenced by the I/T classroom located towards the back of the building is being used as storage.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (B) 2. B. (I) states: For facilities initially licensed for infant/toddler care after the effective date of these rules or facilities adding new infant/toddler space, at least forty-five (45) square feet of usable floor space shall be provided in the facility for each infant and toddler. Space occupied by napping equipment does not have to be deducted from usable floor space;

Correction Required: Forty-five square feet of usable floor space shall be provided for each infant/toddler. (GF)

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 8/25/2026

5 CSR 25-500.182 Child Care Program

Violation: The diapering table or other approved area was not cleaned thoroughly with a disinfectant after each use.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.182 Child Care Program (1) (E) 2. states: The diapering table shall be cleaned thoroughly with a disinfectant after each use.

Correction Required: The facility shall provide a safe diapering table and cleaned as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 8/25/2026

5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration

Violation: The facility did not meet all debts and obligations associated with operating a child care facility as evidenced by The facility did not meet all debts and obligations associated with operating a child care facility as evidenced by Director Karen Davis stated that she has not paid taxes, and is unable to submit the annual filing to the Missouri. During 1/22/2025 close supervision Karen Davis reported that she paid her last tax fees on 1/10/2025 and filed a request for Certificate of the Tax Clearance. During 2/3/2025 close supervision Karen Davis reported that she did not receive a Certificate of the Tax Clearance that was requested by her on 1/10/2025. On 1/31/2025 she resubmitted the request to Department of Revenue. CI suggested to a director to call Department of Revenue ( the call must be scheduled) and talk with them about her status with them. On 3/11/25 inspection Karen Davis reported that they had to pay $1320 towards the taxes they own to MO Department of Revenew. The check for $1320 was cleared on 2/28/25. By a report of Karen Davis she faxed another request for a Certificate of the Tax Clearance on 2/14/25 and 2/27/25 to Department of Revenue. CI Gerasimova asked Karen Davis to fax it during the 3/11/25 inspection. It has been faxed to the fax number stated on the form. CI Gerasimova suggested to also mail it to the address stated on the form . Director Karen Davis is asked to report to OOC that it was mailed -with the proof of it to be mailed by Friday 3/14/25. During 4/1/25 Close Supervision inspection a director Karen Davis reported that she still didn't hear anything from Department of Revenue. It was agreed that she will go online and schedule a phone call with a representative in Department of Revenue. She will ask them to email her a Certificate of the Tax Clearance and /or at least some kind of another proof that he balance is zero and she did pay all her taxes . Karen Davis is asked to report about scheduling the call interview on Friday 4/4/2025. During Annual Inspection on 5/7/2025 director Karen Davis notified CI Gerasimova that the email from Department and Revenue on May 1st , 2025 stating that her documents were received and will be processed in the order in was received within 5-7 business days. Karen Davis will call the number that was stated in email on Monday May 12th. During 6/18/2025 Close Supervision inspection Director Karen Davis reported that her tax clearance certificate was submitted to Secretary of State on June 6, 2025 as well as business filing and remission packet..

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration (4) states: The person(s) or legal entity who owns a child care facility shall be responsible for meeting all debts and obligations incurred by the facility and for maintaining compliance with all licensing rules for group child care homes and child care centers.

Correction Required: The facility shall meet all financial obligations and maintain compliance with licensing rules.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 9/8/2025

5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

Violation: The annual fire safety inspection was not conducted.

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: 2/11/2026

5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

Violation: The facility is owned by a legal entity that currently shows as canceled on Missouri Secretary of State's website.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements (2) (D) states: Documentation as required by the Missouri Secretary of State and state law to verify the legal entity is in good standing, if a group child care home or child care center is owned by a legal entity.

Correction Required: The facility shall submit evidence that the legal entity is in good standing with the Missouri Secretary of State and state law.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 9/8/2025

5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

Violation: The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.

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

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The facility did not provide 45 square feet of usable floor space for each infant and toddler as evidenced by the I/T classroom located towards the back of the building is being used as storage.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (B) 2. B. (I) states: For facilities initially licensed for infant/toddler care after the effective date of these rules or facilities adding new infant/toddler space, at least forty-five (45) square feet of usable floor space shall be provided in the facility for each infant and toddler. Space occupied by napping equipment does not have to be deducted from usable floor space;

Correction Required: Forty-five square feet of usable floor space shall be provided for each infant/toddler. (GF)

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.182 Child Care Program

Violation: The diapering table or other approved area was not cleaned thoroughly with a disinfectant after each use.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.182 Child Care Program (1) (E) 2. states: The diapering table shall be cleaned thoroughly with a disinfectant after each use.

Correction Required: The facility shall provide a safe diapering table and cleaned as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration

Violation: The facility did not meet all debts and obligations associated with operating a child care facility as evidenced by The facility did not meet all debts and obligations associated with operating a child care facility as evidenced by Director Karen Davis stated that she has not paid taxes, and is unable to submit the annual filing to the Missouri. During 1/22/2025 close supervision Karen Davis reported that she paid her last tax fees on 1/10/2025 and filed a request for Certificate of the Tax Clearance. During 2/3/2025 close supervision Karen Davis reported that she did not receive a Certificate of the Tax Clearance that was requested by her on 1/10/2025. On 1/31/2025 she resubmitted the request to Department of Revenue. CI suggested to a director to call Department of Revenue ( the call must be scheduled) and talk with them about her status with them. On 3/11/25 inspection Karen Davis reported that they had to pay $1320 towards the taxes they own to MO Department of Revenew. The check for $1320 was cleared on 2/28/25. By a report of Karen Davis she faxed another request for a Certificate of the Tax Clearance on 2/14/25 and 2/27/25 to Department of Revenue. CI Gerasimova asked Karen Davis to fax it during the 3/11/25 inspection. It has been faxed to the fax number stated on the form. CI Gerasimova suggested to also mail it to the address stated on the form . Director Karen Davis is asked to report to OOC that it was mailed -with the proof of it to be mailed by Friday 3/14/25. During 4/1/25 Close Supervision inspection a director Karen Davis reported that she still didn't hear anything from Department of Revenue. It was agreed that she will go online and schedule a phone call with a representative in Department of Revenue. She will ask them to email her a Certificate of the Tax Clearance and /or at least some kind of another proof that he balance is zero and she did pay all her taxes . Karen Davis is asked to report about scheduling the call interview on Friday 4/4/2025. During Annual Inspection on 5/7/2025 director Karen Davis notified CI Gerasimova that the email from Department and Revenue on May 1st , 2025 stating that her documents were received and will be processed in the order in was received within 5-7 business days. Karen Davis will call the number that was stated in email on Monday May 12th. During 6/18/2025 Close Supervision inspection Director Karen Davis reported that her tax clearance certificate was submitted to Secretary of State on June 6, 2025 as well as business filing and remission packet..

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration (4) states: The person(s) or legal entity who owns a child care facility shall be responsible for meeting all debts and obligations incurred by the facility and for maintaining compliance with all licensing rules for group child care homes and child care centers.

Correction Required: The facility shall meet all financial obligations and maintain compliance with licensing rules.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

Violation: The annual fire safety inspection was not conducted.

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

5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

Violation: The facility is owned by a legal entity that currently shows as canceled on Missouri Secretary of State's website.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements (2) (D) states: Documentation as required by the Missouri Secretary of State and state law to verify the legal entity is in good standing, if a group child care home or child care center is owned by a legal entity.

Correction Required: The facility shall submit evidence that the legal entity is in good standing with the Missouri Secretary of State and state law.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: There was evidence of dirt/debris in the infant classroom has a fan that needs to be cleaned.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (A) 9. states: The facility shall be clean at all times and free of dirt, insects, spiders, rodents or other pests.

Correction Required: The facility shall be clean and pest free.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 6/12/2026

5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

Violation: A caregiver did not obtain one clock hour of training for each month of employment. The staff listed need the following information: Angel Jester needs 1 clock hour for 2025.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel (3) (C) states: Caregivers who were employed after the first of the year shall obtain one (1) clock of hour training for each one (1) month of employment, regardless of the date employment began.

Correction Required: Required training hours shall be documented for each employee.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 6/12/2026

5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

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: Karen Davis needs 3.25 clock hours and Brigette Johnson needs 11.5 clock hours.

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: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 6/12/2026

5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

Violation: Lana Smith and Angel Jester did not complete safe sleep training within 30 days of employment or volunteering at the facility.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel (4) (A) 3. states: The child care provider, group child care home provider, child care staff members, and volunteers shall complete safe sleep training described in subsection (4)(A) of this rule within thirty (30) days of employment or volunteering at the facility.

Correction Required: The department-approved safe sleep training must be completed within 30 days of employment or volunteering.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 6/12/2026

5 CSR 25-500.202 Nutrition and Food Service

Violation: Requirements for food sanitation were not maintained as evidenced by the fridge labeled as the "main fridge" is not being kept clean, there is evidence of mold, and expired milk being kept inside this fridge.

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: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 6/12/2026

5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration

Violation: The facility did not meet all debts and obligations associated with operating a child care facility as evidenced by The facility did not meet all debts and obligations associated with operating a child care facility as evidenced by Director Karen Davis stated that she has not paid taxes, and is unable to submit the annual filing to the Missouri. During 1/22/2025 close supervision Karen Davis reported that she paid her last tax fees on 1/10/2025 and filed a request for Certificate of the Tax Clearance. During 2/3/2025 close supervision Karen Davis reported that she did not receive a Certificate of the Tax Clearance that was requested by her on 1/10/2025. On 1/31/2025 she resubmitted the request to Department of Revenue. CI suggested to a director to call Department of Revenue ( the call must be scheduled) and talk with them about her status with them. On 3/11/25 inspection Karen Davis reported that they had to pay $1320 towards the taxes they own to MO Department of Revenew. The check for $1320 was cleared on 2/28/25. By a report of Karen Davis she faxed another request for a Certificate of the Tax Clearance on 2/14/25 and 2/27/25 to Department of Revenue. CI Gerasimova asked Karen Davis to fax it during the 3/11/25 inspection. It has been faxed to the fax number stated on the form. CI Gerasimova suggested to also mail it to the address stated on the form . Director Karen Davis is asked to report to OOC that it was mailed -with the proof of it to be mailed by Friday 3/14/25. During 4/1/25 Close Supervision inspection a director Karen Davis reported that she still didn't hear anything from Department of Revenue. It was agreed that she will go online and schedule a phone call with a representative in Department of Revenue. She will ask them to email her a Certificate of the Tax Clearance and /or at least some kind of another proof that he balance is zero and she did pay all her taxes . Karen Davis is asked to report about scheduling the call interview on Friday 4/4/2025. During Annual Inspection on 5/7/2025 director Karen Davis notified CI Gerasimova that the email from Department and Revenue on May 1st , 2025 stating that her documents were received and will be processed in the order in was received within 5-7 business days. Karen Davis will call the number that was stated in email on Monday May 12th. During 6/18/2025 Close Supervision inspection Director Karen Davis reported that her tax clearance certificate was submitted to Secretary of State on June 6, 2025 as well as business filing and remission packet..

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration (4) states: The person(s) or legal entity who owns a child care facility shall be responsible for meeting all debts and obligations incurred by the facility and for maintaining compliance with all licensing rules for group child care homes and child care centers.

Correction Required: The facility shall meet all financial obligations and maintain compliance with licensing rules.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

Violation: The annual fire safety inspection was not conducted.

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

5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

Violation: The facility is owned by a legal entity that currently shows as canceled on Missouri Secretary of State's website.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements (2) (D) states: Documentation as required by the Missouri Secretary of State and state law to verify the legal entity is in good standing, if a group child care home or child care center is owned by a legal entity.

Correction Required: The facility shall submit evidence that the legal entity is in good standing with the Missouri Secretary of State and state law.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: There was evidence of dirt/debris in the infant classroom has a fan that needs to be cleaned.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (A) 9. states: The facility shall be clean at all times and free of dirt, insects, spiders, rodents or other pests.

Correction Required: The facility shall be clean and pest free.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

Violation: A caregiver did not obtain one clock hour of training for each month of employment. The staff listed need the following information: Angel Jester needs 1 clock hour for 2025.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel (3) (C) states: Caregivers who were employed after the first of the year shall obtain one (1) clock of hour training for each one (1) month of employment, regardless of the date employment began.

Correction Required: Required training hours shall be documented for each employee.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

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: Karen Davis needs 3.25 clock hours and Brigette Johnson needs 11.5 clock hours.

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: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

Violation: Lana Smith and Angel Jester did not complete safe sleep training within 30 days of employment or volunteering at the facility.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel (4) (A) 3. states: The child care provider, group child care home provider, child care staff members, and volunteers shall complete safe sleep training described in subsection (4)(A) of this rule within thirty (30) days of employment or volunteering at the facility.

Correction Required: The department-approved safe sleep training must be completed within 30 days of employment or volunteering.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.202 Nutrition and Food Service

Violation: Requirements for food sanitation were not maintained as evidenced by the fridge labeled as the "main fridge" is not being kept clean, there is evidence of mold, and expired milk being kept inside this fridge.

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: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by the door to the staff bathroom, kitchen and office , as well as the door to a furnace storage were no closed/locked .

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: 4/8/2026

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The requirements for protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets were not met as evidenced by electrical outlets were not covered in that preschool bathroom.

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: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 4/8/2026

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: an air freshener spray. The item(s) was/were located in a staff bathroom. The door to the bathroom was wide open , the door from preschool classroom was also open, presenting possible hazardous situation.

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: 4/8/2026

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The walls located in front preschool classroom in a area of TV was/were not in good condition as evidenced by old paint is pilling and ripped off in some spots.

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: 12/26/2025

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The diapering area requirements were not met as evidenced by warm running water was not adjacent to the diapering area.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (4) (D) states: Diapering supplies and warm, running water shall be adjacent to the diapering area.

Correction Required: The facility shall supply the diapering area as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 1/29/2026

5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials

Violation: The requirements for sleeping materials were not met as evidenced by the sheets/blankets were not individually assigned.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1. A. states: An individual cot or bed shall be provided for each child who naps or sleeps. An individually assigned sheet and blanket shall be provided for each child twelve (12) months and older who naps or sleeps. Upper levels of bunk beds shall not be used.

Correction Required: The facility shall provide sleeping equipment and bedding as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 12/26/2025

5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports

Violation: Daily attendance records were not maintained on file as evidenced by there was no staff/volunteer attendance record for the following staff: Karen Davis and Twyla Kennemer.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports (6) states: Daily staff and volunteer attendance records shall be maintained and kept on file a minimum of one (1) year.

Correction Required: Staff/volunteer attendance records shall be maintained and retained as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 12/26/2025

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The premises were not safe and suitable as evidenced by a space heater located on a sink in the infant toddler room had the cord hanging down within children's reach.

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: 11/20/2025

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The walls located in front preschool classroom in a area of TV was/were not in good condition as evidenced by old paint is pilling and ripped off in some spots.

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

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The temperature of rooms was less than 68 degrees F measured two feet from the floor as evidenced by the temperature was 58 degrees F in the front room with eight children present, 59 degrees F in the preschool room with eight children present and 65 degrees F with three infants present.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (A) 5. states: The facility shall be dry, temperature controlled, well-ventilated and free of drafts. Children shall not be overheated or chilled. The temperature of the rooms shall be no less than sixty-eight degrees Fahrenheit (68 F) and no more than eighty-five degrees Fahrenheit (85 F) when measured two feet (2') from the floor.

Correction Required: The facility shall meet temperature, humidity and ventilation requirements.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 11/20/2025

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The diapering area requirements were not met as evidenced by warm running water was not adjacent to the diapering area.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (4) (D) states: Diapering supplies and warm, running water shall be adjacent to the diapering area.

Correction Required: The facility shall supply the diapering area as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety

Violation: A portable electrical space heater was observed in use in infant toddler unit.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety (13) (A) states: Unvented fuel-fired room heaters, portable electrical space heaters, or floor furnaces shall not be used during child care hours. The provider shall sign a compliance letter verifying that such equipment will not be used.

Correction Required: Space heaters/floor furnaces shall not be used.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 11/20/2025

5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials

Violation: The requirements for sleeping materials were not met as evidenced by the sheets/blankets were not individually assigned.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1. A. states: An individual cot or bed shall be provided for each child who naps or sleeps. An individually assigned sheet and blanket shall be provided for each child twelve (12) months and older who naps or sleeps. Upper levels of bunk beds shall not be used.

Correction Required: The facility shall provide sleeping equipment and bedding as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports

Violation: Daily attendance records were not maintained on file as evidenced by there was no staff/volunteer attendance record for the following staff: Karen Davis and Twyla Kennemer.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports (6) states: Daily staff and volunteer attendance records shall be maintained and kept on file a minimum of one (1) year.

Correction Required: Staff/volunteer attendance records shall be maintained and retained as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The diapering area requirements were not met as evidenced by warm running water was not adjacent to the diapering area.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (4) (D) states: Diapering supplies and warm, running water shall be adjacent to the diapering area.

Correction Required: The facility shall supply the diapering area as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The temperature of rooms was less than 68 degrees F measured two feet from the floor as evidenced by the temperature was 58 degrees F in the front room with eight children present, 59 degrees F in the preschool room with eight children present and 65 degrees F with three infants present.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (A) 5. states: The facility shall be dry, temperature controlled, well-ventilated and free of drafts. Children shall not be overheated or chilled. The temperature of the rooms shall be no less than sixty-eight degrees Fahrenheit (68 F) and no more than eighty-five degrees Fahrenheit (85 F) when measured two feet (2') from the floor.

Correction Required: The facility shall meet temperature, humidity and ventilation requirements.

Correction Verification: Return Inspection

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The walls located in front preschool classroom in a area of TV was/were not in good condition as evidenced by old paint is pilling and ripped off in some spots.

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

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The premises were not safe and suitable as evidenced by a space heater located on a sink in the infant toddler room had the cord hanging down within children's reach.

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

5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety

Violation: A portable electrical space heater was observed in use in infant toddler unit.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety (13) (A) states: Unvented fuel-fired room heaters, portable electrical space heaters, or floor furnaces shall not be used during child care hours. The provider shall sign a compliance letter verifying that such equipment will not be used.

Correction Required: Space heaters/floor furnaces shall not be used.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials

Violation: The requirements for sleeping materials were not met as evidenced by the sheets/blankets were not individually assigned.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1. A. states: An individual cot or bed shall be provided for each child who naps or sleeps. An individually assigned sheet and blanket shall be provided for each child twelve (12) months and older who naps or sleeps. Upper levels of bunk beds shall not be used.

Correction Required: The facility shall provide sleeping equipment and bedding as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports

Violation: Daily attendance records were not maintained on file as evidenced by there was no staff/volunteer attendance record for the following staff: Karen Davis and Twyla Kennemer.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports (6) states: Daily staff and volunteer attendance records shall be maintained and kept on file a minimum of one (1) year.

Correction Required: Staff/volunteer attendance records shall be maintained and retained as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The requirements for protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets were not met as evidenced by electrical outlets were not covered in that two years old classroom.

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: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 11/6/2025

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: a jar with disinfectant wipes. The item(s) was/were located in two's classroom and in preschool classroom within children's reach presenting possible poisoning hazards to a small children.

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: 11/6/2025

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The walls located in front preschool classroom in a area of TV was/were not in good condition as evidenced by old paint is pilling and ripped off in some spots.

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

5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials

Violation: The requirements for sleeping materials were not met as evidenced by the sheets/blankets were not individually assigned.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1. A. states: An individual cot or bed shall be provided for each child who naps or sleeps. An individually assigned sheet and blanket shall be provided for each child twelve (12) months and older who naps or sleeps. Upper levels of bunk beds shall not be used.

Correction Required: The facility shall provide sleeping equipment and bedding as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports

Violation: Daily attendance records were not maintained on file as evidenced by there was no staff/volunteer attendance record for the following staff: Karen Davis and Twyla Kennemer.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports (6) states: Daily staff and volunteer attendance records shall be maintained and kept on file a minimum of one (1) year.

Correction Required: Staff/volunteer attendance records shall be maintained and retained as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

Violation: The facility is owned by a legal entity that currently shows as canceled on Missouri Secretary of State's website.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements (2) (D) states: Documentation as required by the Missouri Secretary of State and state law to verify the legal entity is in good standing, if a group child care home or child care center is owned by a legal entity.

Correction Required: The facility shall submit evidence that the legal entity is in good standing with the Missouri Secretary of State and state law.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 9/8/2025

5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety

Violation: Requirements of 19 CSR 30-62.087 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by the disaster and tornado drill was not held at least one time every three months.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety (2) (F) states: Child care staff shall conduct at least one (1) fire drill each month and a disaster drill at least every three (3) months. The disaster drills shall include tornado drills. The provider shall maintain a written record at the facility of the date, type of drill, time required to evacuate the building, and number of children present during the drill.

Correction Required: Fire, tornado, and other disaster drills shall be completed and recorded as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 8/19/2025

5 CSR 25-500.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness

Violation: Requirements of facilities participation in disaster and emergency drills were not met as evidenced by the disaster or emergency drill was not held at least one time every three months.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness (3) (A) states: The licensee shall ensure that the facility has on file documentation that, at least every three (3) months, all staff and children at the facility have participated in a disaster or emergency drill based on the facility's disaster and emergency plan.

Correction Required: Fire, tornado, and other disaster drills shall be completed and recorded as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 8/19/2025

5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

Violation: The facility is owned by a legal entity that currently shows as canceled on Missouri Secretary of State's website.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements (2) (D) states: Documentation as required by the Missouri Secretary of State and state law to verify the legal entity is in good standing, if a group child care home or child care center is owned by a legal entity.

Correction Required: The facility shall submit evidence that the legal entity is in good standing with the Missouri Secretary of State and state law.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

Violation: The annual sanitation inspection was not approved.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements (2) (B) states: Evidence of compliance with local, state, or both, sanitation requirements.

Correction Required: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual sanitation requirements.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 7/11/2025

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The facility has not met the requirements for state or local sanitation as evidenced by the sanitation inspection is not approved because there is no warm running water in the facility and the water heater is not working.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (1) (B) states: The premises shall conform to the fire and safety requirements of the State Fire Marshal or his/her designee and requirements for state or local zoning, building and sanitation.

Correction Required: The facility shall comply with fire and safety/zoning/sanitation requirements.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 7/11/2025

5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety

Violation: Requirements of 19 CSR 30-62.087 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by the disaster and tornado drill was not held at least one time every three months.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety (2) (F) states: Child care staff shall conduct at least one (1) fire drill each month and a disaster drill at least every three (3) months. The disaster drills shall include tornado drills. The provider shall maintain a written record at the facility of the date, type of drill, time required to evacuate the building, and number of children present during the drill.

Correction Required: Fire, tornado, and other disaster drills shall be completed and recorded as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness

Violation: Requirements of facilities participation in disaster and emergency drills were not met as evidenced by the disaster or emergency drill was not held at least one time every three months.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness (3) (A) states: The licensee shall ensure that the facility has on file documentation that, at least every three (3) months, all staff and children at the facility have participated in a disaster or emergency drill based on the facility's disaster and emergency plan.

Correction Required: Fire, tornado, and other disaster drills shall be completed and recorded as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration

Violation: The facility did not meet all debts and obligations associated with operating a child care facility as evidenced by Director Karen Davis stated that she has not paid taxes, and is unable to submit the annual filing to the Missouri. During 1/22/2025 close supervision Karen Davis reported that she paid her last tax fees on 1/10/2025 and filed a request for Certificate of the Tax Clearance. During 2/3/2025 close supervision Karen Davis reported that she did not receive a Certificate of the Tax Clearance that was requested by her on 1/10/2025. On 1/31/2025 she resubmitted the request to Department of Revenue. CI suggested to a director to call Department of Revenue ( the call must be scheduled) and talk with them about her status with them. On 3/11/25 inspection Karen Davis reported that they had to pay $1320 towards the taxes they own to MO Department of Revenew. The check for $1320 was cleared on 2/28/25. By a report of Karen Davis she faxed another request for a Certificate of the Tax Clearance on 2/14/25 and 2/27/25 to Department of Revenue. CI Gerasimova asked Karen Davis to fax it during the 3/11/25 inspection. It has been faxed to the fax number stated on the form. CI Gerasimova suggested to also mail it to the address stated on the form . Director Karen Davis is asked to report to OOC that it was mailed -with the proof of it to be mailed by Friday 3/14/25. During 4/1/25 Close Supervision inspection a director Karen Davis reported that she still didn't hear anything from Department of Revenue. It was agreed that she will go online and schedule a phone call with a representative in Department of Revenue. She will ask them to email her a Certificate of the Tax Clearance and /or at least some kind of another proof that he balance is zero and she did pay all her taxes . Karen Davis is asked to report about scheduling the call interview on Friday 4/4/2025. During Annual Inspection on 5/7/2025 director Karen Davis notified CI Gerasimova that the email from Department and Revenue on May 1st , 2025 stating that her documents were received and will be processed in the order in was received within 5-7 business days. Karen Davis will call the number that was stated in email on Monday May 12th. During 6/18/2025 Close Supervision inspection Director Karen Davis reported that her tax clearance certificate was submitted to Secretary of State on June 6, 2025 as well as business filing and remission packet. Tax clearance copy was provided to CI Gerasimova on 7/10/2025 during Close Supervision Inspection. .

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration (4) states: The person(s) or legal entity who owns a child care facility shall be responsible for meeting all debts and obligations incurred by the facility and for maintaining compliance with all licensing rules for group child care homes and child care centers.

Correction Required: The facility shall meet all financial obligations and maintain compliance with licensing rules.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 7/10/2025

5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

Violation: The annual sanitation inspection was not approved.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements (2) (B) states: Evidence of compliance with local, state, or both, sanitation requirements.

Correction Required: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual sanitation requirements.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

Violation: The facility is owned by a legal entity that currently shows as canceled on Missouri Secretary of State's website.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements (2) (D) states: Documentation as required by the Missouri Secretary of State and state law to verify the legal entity is in good standing, if a group child care home or child care center is owned by a legal entity.

Correction Required: The facility shall submit evidence that the legal entity is in good standing with the Missouri Secretary of State and state law.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The facility has not met the requirements for state or local sanitation as evidenced by the sanitation inspection is not approved because there is no warm running water in the facility and the water heater is not working.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (1) (B) states: The premises shall conform to the fire and safety requirements of the State Fire Marshal or his/her designee and requirements for state or local zoning, building and sanitation.

Correction Required: The facility shall comply with fire and safety/zoning/sanitation requirements.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety

Violation: Requirements of 19 CSR 30-62.087 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by fire drills were not held at least one time each month.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety (2) (F) states: Child care staff shall conduct at least one (1) fire drill each month and a disaster drill at least every three (3) months. The disaster drills shall include tornado drills. The provider shall maintain a written record at the facility of the date, type of drill, time required to evacuate the building, and number of children present during the drill.

Correction Required: Fire, tornado, and other disaster drills shall be completed and recorded as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 6/23/2025

5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

Violation: Criminal background check results were older than five (5) years for Austin Davis.

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: 7/10/2025

5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration

Violation: The facility did not meet all debts and obligations associated with operating a child care facility as evidenced by Director Karen Davis stated that she has not paid taxes, and is unable to submit the annual filing to the Missouri. During 1/22/2025 close supervision Karen Davis reported that she paid her last tax fees on 1/10/2025 and filed a request for Certificate of the Tax Clearance. During 2/3/2025 close supervision Karen Davis reported that she did not receive a Certificate of the Tax Clearance that was requested by her on 1/10/2025. On 1/31/2025 she resubmitted the request to Department of Revenue. CI suggested to a director to call Department of Revenue ( the call must be scheduled) and talk with them about her status with them. On 3/11/25 inspection Karen Davis reported that they had to pay $1320 towards the taxes they own to MO Department of Revenew. The check for $1320 was cleared on 2/28/25. By a report of Karen Davis she faxed another request for a Certificate of the Tax Clearance on 2/14/25 and 2/27/25 to Department of Revenue. CI Gerasimova asked Karen Davis to fax it during the 3/11/25 inspection. It has been faxed to the fax number stated on the form. CI Gerasimova suggested to also mail it to the address stated on the form . Director Karen Davis is asked to report to OOC that it was mailed -with the proof of it to be mailed by Friday 3/14/25. During 4/1/25 Close Supervision inspection a director Karen Davis reported that she still didn't hear anything from Department of Revenue. It was agreed that she will go online and schedule a phone call with a representative in Department of Revenue. She will ask them to email her a Certificate of the Tax Clearance and /or at least some kind of another proof that he balance is zero and she did pay all her taxes . Karen Davis is asked to report about scheduling the call interview on Friday 4/4/2025. During Annual Inspection on 5/7/2025 director Karen Davis notified CI Gerasimova that the email from Department and Revenue on May 1st , 2025 stating that her documents were received and will be processed in the order in was received within 5-7 business days. Karen Davis will call the number that was stated in email on Monday May 12th. During 6/18/2025 Close Supervision inspection Director Karen Davis reported that her tax clearance certificate was submitted to Secretary of State on June 6, 2025 as well as business filing and remission packet.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration (4) states: The person(s) or legal entity who owns a child care facility shall be responsible for meeting all debts and obligations incurred by the facility and for maintaining compliance with all licensing rules for group child care homes and child care centers.

Correction Required: The facility shall meet all financial obligations and maintain compliance with licensing rules.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

Violation: The facility is owned by a legal entity that currently shows as canceled on Missouri Secretary of State's website.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements (2) (D) states: Documentation as required by the Missouri Secretary of State and state law to verify the legal entity is in good standing, if a group child care home or child care center is owned by a legal entity.

Correction Required: The facility shall submit evidence that the legal entity is in good standing with the Missouri Secretary of State and state law.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

Violation: The annual sanitation inspection was not approved.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements (2) (B) states: Evidence of compliance with local, state, or both, sanitation requirements.

Correction Required: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual sanitation requirements.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The facility's kitchen did not meet requirements as evidenced by there was no hot or cold running water.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (5) (B) states: Kitchens used for meal preparation shall have sufficient equipment to accommodate the licensed capacity of the facility. The equipment shall include a stove, sink, hot and cold running water, a refrigerator and storage space for food, dishes and cooking utensils.

Correction Required: The kitchen shall be equipped as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 5/9/2025

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The facility has not met the requirements for state or local sanitation as evidenced by the sanitation inspection is not approved because there is no warm running water in the facility and the water heater is not working.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (1) (B) states: The premises shall conform to the fire and safety requirements of the State Fire Marshal or his/her designee and requirements for state or local zoning, building and sanitation.

Correction Required: The facility shall comply with fire and safety/zoning/sanitation requirements.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The diapering area requirements were not met as evidenced by warm running water was not adjacent to the diapering area.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (4) (D) states: Diapering supplies and warm, running water shall be adjacent to the diapering area.

Correction Required: The facility shall supply the diapering area as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 5/9/2025

5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety

Violation: Requirements of 19 CSR 30-62.087 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by fire drills were not held at least one time each month.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety (2) (F) states: Child care staff shall conduct at least one (1) fire drill each month and a disaster drill at least every three (3) months. The disaster drills shall include tornado drills. The provider shall maintain a written record at the facility of the date, type of drill, time required to evacuate the building, and number of children present during the drill.

Correction Required: Fire, tornado, and other disaster drills shall be completed and recorded as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

Violation: The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2024, the staff listed need the following information: Angel Jester needs 0.25 hours of training.

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: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 6/11/2025

5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports

Violation: Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for Briana Vorhees as evidenced by a medical examination was not on file within 30 days of an individual beginning to work with children.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports (1) (A) states: All persons working in a child care facility in any capacity during child care hours, including volunteers counted in staff/child ratios, shall be in good physical and emotional health with no physical or mental conditions which would interfere with child care responsibilities. These persons shall have a medical examination report, signed by a licensed physician or registered nurse who is under the supervision of a licensed physician, on file at the facility at the time of initial licensure or within thirty (30) days following employment.

Correction Required: Medical reports shall be on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 5/20/2025

5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

Violation: Criminal background check results were older than five (5) years for Austin Davis.

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

5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration

Violation: The facility did not meet all debts and obligations associated with operating a child care facility as evidenced by Director Karen Davis stated that she has not paid taxes, and is unable to submit the annual filing to the Missouri. During 1/22/2025 close supervision Karen Davis reported that she paid her last tax fees on 1/10/2025 and filed a request for Certificate of the Tax Clearance. During 2/3/2025 close supervision Karen Davis reported that she did not receive a Certificate of the Tax Clearance that was requested by her on 1/10/2025. On 1/31/2025 she resubmitted the request to Department of Revenue. CI suggested to a director to call Department of Revenue ( the call must be scheduled) and talk with them about her status with them. On 3/11/25 inspection Karen Davis reported that they had to pay $1320 towards the taxes they own to MO Department of Revenew. The check for $1320 was cleared on 2/28/25. By a report of Karen Davis she faxed another request for a Certificate of the Tax Clearance on 2/14/25 and 2/27/25 to Department of Revenue. CI Gerasimova asked Karen Davis to fax it during the 3/11/25 inspection. It has been faxed to the fax number stated on the form. CI Gerasimova suggested to also mail it to the address stated on the form . Director Karen Davis is asked to report to OOC that it was mailed -with the proof of it to be mailed by Friday 3/14/25. During 4/1/25 Close Supervision inspection a director Karen Davis reported that she still didn't hear anything from Department of Revenue. It was agreed that she will go online and schedule a phone call with a representative in Department of Revenue. She will ask them to email her a Certificate of the Tax Clearance and /or at least some kind of another proof that he balance is zero and she did pay all her taxes . Karen Davis is asked to report about scheduling the call interview on Friday 4/4/2025. During Annual Inspection on 5/7/2025 director Karen Davis notified CI Gerasimova that the email from Department and Revenue on May 1st , 2025 stating that her documents were received and will be processed in the order in was received within 5-7 business days. Karen Davis will call the number that was stated in email on Monday May 12th.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration (4) states: The person(s) or legal entity who owns a child care facility shall be responsible for meeting all debts and obligations incurred by the facility and for maintaining compliance with all licensing rules for group child care homes and child care centers.

Correction Required: The facility shall meet all financial obligations and maintain compliance with licensing rules.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

Violation: The annual sanitation inspection was not approved.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements (2) (B) states: Evidence of compliance with local, state, or both, sanitation requirements.

Correction Required: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual sanitation requirements.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

Violation: The facility is owned by a legal entity that currently shows as canceled on Missouri Secretary of State's website.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements (2) (D) states: Documentation as required by the Missouri Secretary of State and state law to verify the legal entity is in good standing, if a group child care home or child care center is owned by a legal entity.

Correction Required: The facility shall submit evidence that the legal entity is in good standing with the Missouri Secretary of State and state law.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The facility has not met the requirements for state or local sanitation as evidenced by the sanitation inspection is not approved because there is no warm running water in the facility and the water heater is not working.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (1) (B) states: The premises shall conform to the fire and safety requirements of the State Fire Marshal or his/her designee and requirements for state or local zoning, building and sanitation.

Correction Required: The facility shall comply with fire and safety/zoning/sanitation requirements.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: Children were not restricted to approved space as evidenced by furnace room door in 2's classroom was open allowing children an access to an unapproved area. There were working instruments laying within children's reach , including hammer.

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: 5/7/2025

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: Windex. The item(s) was/were located in unlocked cabinet in 2's classroom .

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: 5/7/2025

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: Bathroom supplies were not available and accessible to children as evidenced by there were no paper towels.

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: 5/7/2025

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The bathroom was not clean and odor free as evidenced by the hand sink was soiled.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (3) (A) 7. states: Bathrooms shall be clean and odor free.

Correction Required: Bathrooms shall be clean and odor free.

Correction Verification: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 5/7/2025

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The diapering area requirements were not met as evidenced by warm running water was not adjacent to the diapering area.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (4) (D) states: Diapering supplies and warm, running water shall be adjacent to the diapering area.

Correction Required: The facility shall supply the diapering area as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The facility's kitchen did not meet requirements as evidenced by there was no hot or cold running water.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (5) (B) states: Kitchens used for meal preparation shall have sufficient equipment to accommodate the licensed capacity of the facility. The equipment shall include a stove, sink, hot and cold running water, a refrigerator and storage space for food, dishes and cooking utensils.

Correction Required: The kitchen shall be equipped as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by there were trash: paper towels, candy wrappers , plastic/cellophane .

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: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 5/7/2025

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The bathroom was not clean and odor free as evidenced by the toilet was soiled.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (3) (A) 7. states: Bathrooms shall be clean and odor free.

Correction Required: Bathrooms shall be clean and odor free.

Correction Verification: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 5/7/2025

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: staplers . The item(s) was/were located in preschool classroom on the counter top presenting possible injuries to the children.

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: 5/7/2025

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: stapler and Lice Spray bottle . The item(s) was/were located in unlocked drawer in 2's classroom presenting possible injuries to the children.

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: 5/7/2025

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: a phone cord. The item(s) was/were located in unlocked drawer in 2's classroom, presenting possible strangulation hazards to children.

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: 5/7/2025

5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials

Violation: Outdoor equipment, ten small plastic buckets, in one of the playgrounds was not in good condition as evidenced by the edges were broken and sharp , presenting possible scratching hazards .

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: 5/7/2025

5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

Violation: The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2024, the staff listed need the following information: Angel Jester needs 0.25 hours of training.

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: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports

Violation: Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for Briana Vorhees as evidenced by a medical examination was not on file within 30 days of an individual beginning to work with children.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports (1) (A) states: All persons working in a child care facility in any capacity during child care hours, including volunteers counted in staff/child ratios, shall be in good physical and emotional health with no physical or mental conditions which would interfere with child care responsibilities. These persons shall have a medical examination report, signed by a licensed physician or registered nurse who is under the supervision of a licensed physician, on file at the facility at the time of initial licensure or within thirty (30) days following employment.

Correction Required: Medical reports shall be on file as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports

Violation: two child(ren) records did not include date care begins and ends.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports (2) (A) states: The child's full name, address, birth-date and the date care begins and ends;

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 5/7/2025

5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports

Violation: two child(ren) records did not include name of family physician or hospital.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports (2) (D) states: Name and phone number of the family physician, hospital, or both, to be used in an emergency;

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 5/7/2025

5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

Violation: Criminal background check results were older than five (5) years for Austin Davis.

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

5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration

Violation: The facility did not meet all debts and obligations associated with operating a child care facility as evidenced by Director Karen Davis stated that she has not paid taxes, and is unable to submit the annual filing to the Missouri. During 1/22/2025 close supervision Karen Davis reported that she paid her last tax fees on 1/10/2025 and filed a request for Certificate of the Tax Clearance. During 2/3/2025 close supervision Karen Davis reported that she did not receive a Certificate of the Tax Clearance that was requested by her on 1/10/2025. On 1/31/2025 she resubmitted the request to Department of Revenue. CI suggested to a director to call Department of Revenue ( the call must be scheduled) and talk with them about her status with them. On 3/11/25 inspection Karen Davis reported that they had to pay $1320 towards the taxes they own to MO Department of Revenew. The check for $1320 was cleared on 2/28/25. By a report of Karen Davis she faxed another request for a Certificate of the Tax Clearance on 2/14/25 and 2/27/25 to Department of Revenue. CI Gerasimova asked Karen Davis to fax it during the 3/11/25 inspection. It has been faxed to the fax number stated on the form. CI Gerasimova suggested to also mail it to the address stated on the form . Director Karen Davis is asked to report to OOC that it was mailed -with the proof of it to be mailed by Friday 3/14/25. During 4/1/25 Close Supervision inspection a director Karen Davis reported that she still didn't hear anything from Department of Revenue. It was agreed that she will go online and schedule a phone call with a representative in Department of Revenue. She will ask them to email her a Certificate of the Tax Clearance and /or at least some kind of another proof that he balance is zero and she did pay all her taxes . Karen Davis is asked to report about scheduling the call interview on Friday 4/4/2025.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration (4) states: The person(s) or legal entity who owns a child care facility shall be responsible for meeting all debts and obligations incurred by the facility and for maintaining compliance with all licensing rules for group child care homes and child care centers.

Correction Required: The facility shall meet all financial obligations and maintain compliance with licensing rules.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

Violation: The facility is owned by a legal entity that currently shows as canceled on Missouri Secretary of State's website.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements (2) (D) states: Documentation as required by the Missouri Secretary of State and state law to verify the legal entity is in good standing, if a group child care home or child care center is owned by a legal entity.

Correction Required: The facility shall submit evidence that the legal entity is in good standing with the Missouri Secretary of State and state law.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The facility has not met the requirements for state or local sanitation as evidenced by the sanitation inspection is not approved because there is no warm running water in the facility and the water heater is not working.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (1) (B) states: The premises shall conform to the fire and safety requirements of the State Fire Marshal or his/her designee and requirements for state or local zoning, building and sanitation.

Correction Required: The facility shall comply with fire and safety/zoning/sanitation requirements.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The diapering area requirements were not met as evidenced by warm running water was not adjacent to the diapering area.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (4) (D) states: Diapering supplies and warm, running water shall be adjacent to the diapering area.

Correction Required: The facility shall supply the diapering area as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The facility's kitchen did not meet requirements as evidenced by there was no hot or cold running water.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (5) (B) states: Kitchens used for meal preparation shall have sufficient equipment to accommodate the licensed capacity of the facility. The equipment shall include a stove, sink, hot and cold running water, a refrigerator and storage space for food, dishes and cooking utensils.

Correction Required: The kitchen shall be equipped as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration

Violation: The facility did not meet all debts and obligations associated with operating a child care facility as evidenced by Director Karen Davis stated that she has not paid taxes, and is unable to submit the annual filing to the Missouri. During 1/22/2025 close supervision Karen Davis reported that she paid her last tax fees on 1/10/2025 and filed a request for Certificate of the Tax Clearance. During 2/3/2025 close supervision Karen Davis reported that she did not receive a Certificate of the Tax Clearance that was requested by her on 1/10/2025. On 1/31/2025 she resubmitted the request to Department of Revenue. CI suggested to a director to call Department of Revenue ( the call must be scheduled) and talk with them about her status with them. On 3/11/25 inspection Karen Davis reported that they had to pay $1320 towards the taxes they own to MO Department of Revenew. The check for $1320 was cleared on 2/28/25. By a report of Karen Davis she faxed another request for a Certificate of the Tax Clearance on 2/14/25 and 2/27/25 to Department of Revenue. CI Gerasimova asked Karen Davis to fax it during the 3/11/25 inspection. It has been faxed to the fax number stated on the form. CI Gerasimova suggested to also mail it to the address stated on the form . Director Karen Davis is asked to report to OOC that it was mailed -with the proof of it to be mailed by Friday 3/14/25.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration (4) states: The person(s) or legal entity who owns a child care facility shall be responsible for meeting all debts and obligations incurred by the facility and for maintaining compliance with all licensing rules for group child care homes and child care centers.

Correction Required: The facility shall meet all financial obligations and maintain compliance with licensing rules.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

Violation: The facility is owned by a legal entity that currently shows as canceled on Missouri Secretary of State's website.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements (2) (D) states: Documentation as required by the Missouri Secretary of State and state law to verify the legal entity is in good standing, if a group child care home or child care center is owned by a legal entity.

Correction Required: The facility shall submit evidence that the legal entity is in good standing with the Missouri Secretary of State and state law.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The facility has not met the requirements for state or local sanitation as evidenced by the sanitation inspection is not approved because there is no warm running water in the facility and the water heater is not working.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (1) (B) states: The premises shall conform to the fire and safety requirements of the State Fire Marshal or his/her designee and requirements for state or local zoning, building and sanitation.

Correction Required: The facility shall comply with fire and safety/zoning/sanitation requirements.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The diapering area requirements were not met as evidenced by warm running water was not adjacent to the diapering area.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (4) (D) states: Diapering supplies and warm, running water shall be adjacent to the diapering area.

Correction Required: The facility shall supply the diapering area as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The facility's kitchen did not meet requirements as evidenced by there was no hot or cold running water.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (5) (B) states: Kitchens used for meal preparation shall have sufficient equipment to accommodate the licensed capacity of the facility. The equipment shall include a stove, sink, hot and cold running water, a refrigerator and storage space for food, dishes and cooking utensils.

Correction Required: The kitchen shall be equipped as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration

Violation: The facility did not meet all debts and obligations associated with operating a child care facility as evidenced by Director Karen Davis stated that she has not paid taxes, and is unable to submit the annual filing to the Missouri. During 1/22/2025 close supervision Karen Davis reported that she paid her last tax fees on 1/10/2025 and filed a request for Certificate of the Tax Clearance. During 2/3/2025 close supervision Karen Davis reported that she did not receive a Certificate of the Tax Clearance that was requested by her on 1/10/2025. On 1/31/2025 she resubmitted the request to Department of Revenue. CI suggested to a director to call Department of Revenue ( the call must be scheduled) and talk with them about her status with them .

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration (4) states: The person(s) or legal entity who owns a child care facility shall be responsible for meeting all debts and obligations incurred by the facility and for maintaining compliance with all licensing rules for group child care homes and child care centers.

Correction Required: The facility shall meet all financial obligations and maintain compliance with licensing rules.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

Violation: The facility is owned by a legal entity that currently shows as canceled on Missouri Secretary of State's website.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements (2) (D) states: Documentation as required by the Missouri Secretary of State and state law to verify the legal entity is in good standing, if a group child care home or child care center is owned by a legal entity.

Correction Required: The facility shall submit evidence that the legal entity is in good standing with the Missouri Secretary of State and state law.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration

Violation: The facility did not meet all debts and obligations associated with operating a child care facility as evidenced by Director Karen Davis stated that she has not paid taxes, and is unable to submit the annual filing to the Missouri. During 1/22/2025 close supervision Karen Davis reported that she paid her last tax fees on 1/10/2025 and filed a request for Certificate of the Tax Clearance .

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration (4) states: The person(s) or legal entity who owns a child care facility shall be responsible for meeting all debts and obligations incurred by the facility and for maintaining compliance with all licensing rules for group child care homes and child care centers.

Correction Required: The facility shall meet all financial obligations and maintain compliance with licensing rules.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

Violation: The facility is owned by a legal entity that currently shows as canceled on Missouri Secretary of State's website.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements (2) (D) states: Documentation as required by the Missouri Secretary of State and state law to verify the legal entity is in good standing, if a group child care home or child care center is owned by a legal entity.

Correction Required: The facility shall submit evidence that the legal entity is in good standing with the Missouri Secretary of State and state law.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

Violation: Criminal background check results were not on file for Stephany Byram. Director Karen Davis emailed a temporary eligibility letter to CI Gerasimova on 1/14/2025.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements (1) states: Prior to the employment or presence of a child care staff member in a licensed, regulated, or registered child care facility not exempted by section 210.1080.13, RSMo, the child care provider shall request the results of a criminal background check for such child care staff member from the department.

Correction Required: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 1/14/2025

5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration

Violation: The facility did not meet all debts and obligations associated with operating a child care facility as evidenced by Director Karen Davis stated that she has not paid taxes, and is unable to submit the annual filing to the Missouri.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration (4) states: The person(s) or legal entity who owns a child care facility shall be responsible for meeting all debts and obligations incurred by the facility and for maintaining compliance with all licensing rules for group child care homes and child care centers.

Correction Required: The facility shall meet all financial obligations and maintain compliance with licensing rules.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration

Violation: The department did not receive notification of a change of board president or chairperson.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration (3) states: When the responsibility for the operation of a facility rests with a board of directors, the department shall be notified in writing immediately if there is a change of the board president or chairperson.

Correction Required: The facility shall notify the department immediately when there is a change of board president or chairperson.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 12/2/2024

5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

Violation: The facility is owned by a legal entity that currently shows as canceled on Missouri Secretary of State's website.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements (2) (D) states: Documentation as required by the Missouri Secretary of State and state law to verify the legal entity is in good standing, if a group child care home or child care center is owned by a legal entity.

Correction Required: The facility shall submit evidence that the legal entity is in good standing with the Missouri Secretary of State and state law.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

Violation: The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for Cassandra Johnson within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.

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: 11/13/2024

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: hand sanitizer. The item(s) was/were located in both preschool classrooms within children's reach.

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: 12/2/2024

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The requirements for protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets were not met as evidenced by electrical outlets were not covered in that preschool classroom.

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: 11/4/2024

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: automatic mop hanging with reach of children and plastic bags inside an open box. The item(s) was/were located in the open closet of the 2's Room.

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: 12/2/2024

5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety

Violation: The facility was observed using an extension cord in the hallway.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety (14) (C) states: Electrical extension cords shall not be used unless approved in writing by the fire inspector.

Correction Required: Extension cords shall not be used.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 11/4/2024

5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials

Violation: The requirements for sleeping materials were not met as evidenced by the sheets were not laundered at least once a week.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1. B. states: All bedding shall be clean with sheets laundered at least once a week. Once bedding has been used by a child, it shall not be used by another child until it has been laundered.

Correction Required: Each child who naps shall be assigned a clean sheet and blanket as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 11/5/2024

5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

Violation: Criminal background check results were not on file for Stephany Byram.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements (1) states: Prior to the employment or presence of a child care staff member in a licensed, regulated, or registered child care facility not exempted by section 210.1080.13, RSMo, the child care provider shall request the results of a criminal background check for such child care staff member from the department.

Correction Required: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration

Violation: The department did not receive notification of a change of board president or chairperson.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration (3) states: When the responsibility for the operation of a facility rests with a board of directors, the department shall be notified in writing immediately if there is a change of the board president or chairperson.

Correction Required: The facility shall notify the department immediately when there is a change of board president or chairperson.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration

Violation: The facility did not meet all debts and obligations associated with operating a child care facility as evidenced by Director Karen Davis stated that she has not paid taxes, and is unable to submit the annual filing to the Missouri.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration (4) states: The person(s) or legal entity who owns a child care facility shall be responsible for meeting all debts and obligations incurred by the facility and for maintaining compliance with all licensing rules for group child care homes and child care centers.

Correction Required: The facility shall meet all financial obligations and maintain compliance with licensing rules.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

Violation: The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for Cassandra Johnson within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.

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

5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

Violation: The facility is owned by a legal entity that currently shows as canceled on Missouri Secretary of State's website.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements (2) (D) states: Documentation as required by the Missouri Secretary of State and state law to verify the legal entity is in good standing, if a group child care home or child care center is owned by a legal entity.

Correction Required: The facility shall submit evidence that the legal entity is in good standing with the Missouri Secretary of State and state law.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The requirements for protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets were not met as evidenced by electrical outlets were not covered in that preschool classroom.

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: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 11/4/2024

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: hand sanitizer. The item(s) was/were located in both preschool classrooms within children's reach .

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: 11/4/2024

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: Diapering requirements were not met as evidenced by the diapering table did not have a waterproof washable surface.

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: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 11/4/2024

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: automatic mop hanging within reach of children and plastic bags inside an open box. The item(s) was/were located in the open closet of the 2's Room.

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

5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety

Violation: The facility was observed using an extension cord in the hallway.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety (14) (C) states: Electrical extension cords shall not be used unless approved in writing by the fire inspector.

Correction Required: Extension cords shall not be used.

Correction Verification: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 11/4/2024

5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials

Violation: The requirements for sleeping materials were not met as evidenced by the sheets were not laundered at least once a week.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1. B. states: All bedding shall be clean with sheets laundered at least once a week. Once bedding has been used by a child, it shall not be used by another child until it has been laundered.

Correction Required: Each child who naps shall be assigned a clean sheet and blanket as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

Violation: A caregiver did not obtain one clock hour of training for each month of employment. The staff listed need the following information: Amanda McDaniel and Jester Angel. During supplemental inspection on 8/1/24 MOPD report showed that Amanda McDaniel is compliant with her clock hours. Angel Jester needs 1 hour of training.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel (3) (C) states: Caregivers who were employed after the first of the year shall obtain one (1) clock of hour training for each one (1) month of employment, regardless of the date employment began.

Correction Required: Required training hours shall be documented for each employee.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 10/28/2024

5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports

Violation: A medical examination report did not include either a Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis form or a negative tuberculin skin test (TST) for the following staff: Austin Davis, Karen Davis, Stephany Byram .

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports (1) (B) . states: Medical examination reports shall include either a Tuberculosis (TB) Risk Assessment form, completed and signed by a health care professional, or a negative tuberculin skin test (TST) completed not more than twelve (12) months before beginning work in the facility. The Tuberculosis (TB) Risk Assessment form, revised March 2014, is incorporated by reference in this rule, as published by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, PO Box 570, Jefferson City, MO 65102 and available by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services at https://health.mo.gov/living/healthcondiseases/communicable/tuberculosis/tbmanual/pdf/RiskAssessmentform.pdf. If the person has signs or symptoms of tuberculosis, or risk factors for tuberculosis, then testing for tuberculosis shall occur.

Correction Required: Medical examination reports shall include Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis forms or negative tuberculin skin test (TST) as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 9/16/2024

5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

Violation: Criminal background check results were not on file for Stephany Byram.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements (1) states: Prior to the employment or presence of a child care staff member in a licensed, regulated, or registered child care facility not exempted by section 210.1080.13, RSMo, the child care provider shall request the results of a criminal background check for such child care staff member from the department.

Correction Required: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration

Violation: The facility did not meet all debts and obligations associated with operating a child care facility as evidenced by Director Karen Davis stated that she has not paid taxes, and is unable to submit the annual filing to the Missouri Secretary of State until the taxes are paid. Director Karen Davis also stated that she applied for a grant to assist with tax payments.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration (4) states: The person(s) or legal entity who owns a child care facility shall be responsible for meeting all debts and obligations incurred by the facility and for maintaining compliance with all licensing rules for group child care homes and child care centers.

Correction Required: The facility shall meet all financial obligations and maintain compliance with licensing rules.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration

Violation: The department did not receive notification of a change of board president or chairperson.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration (3) states: When the responsibility for the operation of a facility rests with a board of directors, the department shall be notified in writing immediately if there is a change of the board president or chairperson.

Correction Required: The facility shall notify the department immediately when there is a change of board president or chairperson.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

Violation: The facility is owned by a legal entity that currently shows as canceled on Missouri Secretary of State's website.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements (2) (D) states: Documentation as required by the Missouri Secretary of State and state law to verify the legal entity is in good standing, if a group child care home or child care center is owned by a legal entity.

Correction Required: The facility shall submit evidence that the legal entity is in good standing with the Missouri Secretary of State and state law.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

Violation: The annual sanitation inspection was not approved.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements (2) (B) states: Evidence of compliance with local, state, or both, sanitation requirements.

Correction Required: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual sanitation requirements.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 5/3/2024

5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

Violation: A caregiver did not obtain one clock hour of training for each month of employment. The staff listed need the following information: Amanda McDaniel and Jester Angel. During supplemental inspection on 8/1/24 MOPD report showed that Amanda McDaniel is compliant with her clock hours. Angel Jester needs 1 hour of training.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel (3) (C) states: Caregivers who were employed after the first of the year shall obtain one (1) clock of hour training for each one (1) month of employment, regardless of the date employment began.

Correction Required: Required training hours shall be documented for each employee.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

Violation: A facility orientation was not conducted for a caregiver(s) before being left alone with children. The following staff need a facility orientation: Bridgette Johnson, Allison Brown, Stephanie Byram, Amanda McDaniel, Haley Doyle, Angel Jester

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel (1) (K) . states: The child care provider shall ensure that within seven (7) days of employment or volunteering, and before being left alone with children, that caregivers employed on or after August 30, 2019, receive a facility orientation. The facility orientation shall include--

Correction Required: The facility shall ensure that a facility orientation occurs within 7 days of employment or volunteering and before caregivers are left alone with children.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 5/7/2024

5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports

Violation: A medical examination report did not include either a Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis form or a negative tuberculin skin test (TST) for the following staff: Austin Davis, Karen Davis, Stephany Byram .

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports (1) (B) . states: Medical examination reports shall include either a Tuberculosis (TB) Risk Assessment form, completed and signed by a health care professional, or a negative tuberculin skin test (TST) completed not more than twelve (12) months before beginning work in the facility. The Tuberculosis (TB) Risk Assessment form, revised March 2014, is incorporated by reference in this rule, as published by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, PO Box 570, Jefferson City, MO 65102 and available by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services at https://health.mo.gov/living/healthcondiseases/communicable/tuberculosis/tbmanual/pdf/RiskAssessmentform.pdf. If the person has signs or symptoms of tuberculosis, or risk factors for tuberculosis, then testing for tuberculosis shall occur.

Correction Required: Medical examination reports shall include Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis forms or negative tuberculin skin test (TST) as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

Violation: Criminal background check results were not on file for Bridgette Johnson, Allison Brown, Stephanie Byram, Amanda McDaniel, Haley Doyle and Angel Jester.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements (1) states: Prior to the employment or presence of a child care staff member in a licensed, regulated, or registered child care facility not exempted by section 210.1080.13, RSMo, the child care provider shall request the results of a criminal background check for such child care staff member from the department.

Correction Required: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 7/29/2024

5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

Violation: The annual sanitation inspection was not approved.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements (2) (B) states: Evidence of compliance with local, state, or both, sanitation requirements.

Correction Required: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual sanitation requirements.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

Violation: The facility is owned by a legal entity that currently shows as canceled on Missouri Secretary of State's website.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements (2) (D) states: Documentation as required by the Missouri Secretary of State and state law to verify the legal entity is in good standing, if a group child care home or child care center is owned by a legal entity.

Correction Required: The facility shall submit evidence that the legal entity is in good standing with the Missouri Secretary of State and state law.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The requirements for protective outlet covers or twist-lock outlets were not met as evidenced by electrical outlets were not covered in that one of the babies room.

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: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 5/1/2024

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The fall-zone area under and around outdoor equipment where children might fall and be injured was not covered with impact-absorbing materials to cushion a fall as evidenced by resilient material was not uniformly spread over the fall-zone area.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (6) (A) 7. states: Areas under and around outdoor equipment shall have continuous maintenance to ensure that the material remains in place and retains its cushioning properties. The resilient material shall be supplemented immediately or replaced as needed.

Correction Required: The facility shall maintain approved resilient material in all fall-zone areas.

Correction Verification: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 5/1/2024

5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

Violation: A facility orientation was not conducted for a caregiver(s) before being left alone with children. The following staff need a facility orientation: Bridgette Johnson, Allison Brown, Stephanie Byram, Amanda McDaniel, Haley Doyle, Angel Jester

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel (1) (K) . states: The child care provider shall ensure that within seven (7) days of employment or volunteering, and before being left alone with children, that caregivers employed on or after August 30, 2019, receive a facility orientation. The facility orientation shall include--

Correction Required: The facility shall ensure that a facility orientation occurs within 7 days of employment or volunteering and before caregivers are left alone with children.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

Violation: A caregiver did not obtain one clock hour of training for each month of employment. The staff listed need the following information: Amanda McDaniel and Jester Angel .

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel (3) (C) states: Caregivers who were employed after the first of the year shall obtain one (1) clock of hour training for each one (1) month of employment, regardless of the date employment began.

Correction Required: Required training hours shall be documented for each employee.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports

Violation: A medical examination report did not include either a Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis form or a negative tuberculin skin test (TST) for the following staff: Austin Davis, Karen Davis, Stephany Byram .

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports (1) (B) . states: Medical examination reports shall include either a Tuberculosis (TB) Risk Assessment form, completed and signed by a health care professional, or a negative tuberculin skin test (TST) completed not more than twelve (12) months before beginning work in the facility. The Tuberculosis (TB) Risk Assessment form, revised March 2014, is incorporated by reference in this rule, as published by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, PO Box 570, Jefferson City, MO 65102 and available by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services at https://health.mo.gov/living/healthcondiseases/communicable/tuberculosis/tbmanual/pdf/RiskAssessmentform.pdf. If the person has signs or symptoms of tuberculosis, or risk factors for tuberculosis, then testing for tuberculosis shall occur.

Correction Required: Medical examination reports shall include Risk Assessment for Tuberculosis forms or negative tuberculin skin test (TST) as required.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports

Violation: one child(ren) records did not include telephone number of family physician or hospital.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports (2) (D) states: Name and phone number of the family physician, hospital, or both, to be used in an emergency;

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 5/1/2024

5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports

Violation: one child(ren) records did not include name of family physician or hospital.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports (2) (D) states: Name and phone number of the family physician, hospital, or both, to be used in an emergency;

Correction Required: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

Correction Verification: Corrected on Site

Compliance Date: 5/1/2024

5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

Violation: Criminal background check results were not on file for Bridgette Johnson, Allison Brown, Stephanie Byram, Amanda McDaniel, Haley Doyle and Angel Jester.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements (1) states: Prior to the employment or presence of a child care staff member in a licensed, regulated, or registered child care facility not exempted by section 210.1080.13, RSMo, the child care provider shall request the results of a criminal background check for such child care staff member from the department.

Correction Required: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: There was evidence of dirt/debris in the 2's classroom: air conditioning vents in a room had dried dirt/dust.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (A) 9. states: The facility shall be clean at all times and free of dirt, insects, spiders, rodents or other pests.

Correction Required: The facility shall be clean and pest free.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 1/10/2024

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The walls located in a preschool classroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by the baseboard was stapled in several areas, the baseboard was torn off the wall.During the 12/11/23 inspection CI observed that the baseboard was taped and no staples are there anymore.

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: 12/11/2023

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: There was evidence of dirt/debris in in the infants classroom: clean bottles dish drainer has rusty dry water and dirt spots. During 12/11/23 inspection CI observed that the drainer was cleaned. .

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (A) 9. states: The facility shall be clean at all times and free of dirt, insects, spiders, rodents or other pests.

Correction Required: The facility shall be clean and pest free.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 12/11/2023

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: There was evidence of dirt/debris in the 2's classroom: the floor was not mopped, having sticky spots from the dried juice/milk/food. During the 12/11/23 inspection CI observed that the floors were cleaner, with just a little food on the floor after the snack time.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (A) 9. states: The facility shall be clean at all times and free of dirt, insects, spiders, rodents or other pests.

Correction Required: The facility shall be clean and pest free.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 12/11/2023

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: There was evidence of dirt/debris in the 2's classroom: air conditioning vents in a room had dried dirt/dust.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (A) 9. states: The facility shall be clean at all times and free of dirt, insects, spiders, rodents or other pests.

Correction Required: The facility shall be clean and pest free.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers

Violation: The fall-zone area under and around outdoor equipment where children might fall and be injured was not covered with impact-absorbing materials to cushion a fall as evidenced by resilient material was not uniformly spread over the fall-zone area.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (6) (A) 7. states: Areas under and around outdoor equipment shall have continuous maintenance to ensure that the material remains in place and retains its cushioning properties. The resilient material shall be supplemented immediately or replaced as needed.

Correction Required: The facility shall maintain approved resilient material in all fall-zone areas.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 12/11/2023