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Little Explorers Discovery Center

Jefferson City, MO · Cole County
1002 MYRTLE AVE, Jefferson City, MO 65101
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Quick Facts

Capacity
99 children
Age Range
BIRTH - 8 YEARS
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate

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Contact Information

📞 (573) 636-6461
1002 MYRTLE AVE
Jefferson City, MO 65101
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Licensed CHILD CARE CENTER
Active License
License Number
000169115
License Issued
Aug 28, 2021
Expired
Jan 31, 2022
Issued By
Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services
Licensor
KATHLEEN WILSON

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About the Provider

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Jefferson City Day Care, established in 1966, is accredited by Missouri Accreditation ( MOA ); and it is the first day care center with an accredited Early Childhood Education Program in the Jefferson City area. A not-for-profit, United Way Agency, the Center is licensed by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Service, Bureau of Child Care Safety and Licensing, ( DHSS ), for an enrollment of 99 children, ages birth to 8 years. The Center is open year round and was built primarily to meet the needs of children of low and middle-income families with parents that are working or in school. The philosophy of the Center maintains that each child is entitled to safe, clean, and attractive surroundings and an educational program, which is appropriately structured to meet the needs of their age, and ability, which will foster a deep, sense of his/her self worth.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:00 AM- 9:00 PM
  • Tuesday6:00 AM- 9:00 PM
  • Wednesday6:00 AM- 9:00 PM
  • Thursday6:00 AM- 9:00 PM
  • Friday6:00 AM- 9:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Report Date Report Type
2026-02-02 COMPLIANCE MONITORING
2025-08-26 COMPLIANCE MONITORING
2025-03-24 COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION
2025-02-28 COMPLIANCE MONITORING
2025-02-21 REINSPECTION
2025-02-20 SUPPLEMENTAL
2024-09-19 COMPLIANCE MONITORING
2024-03-21 COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION
2024-02-02 COMPLIANCE MONITORING
2023-09-27 COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION
2023-08-29 REINSPECTION
2023-08-22 REINSPECTION
2023-08-17 COMPLIANCE MONITORING
2023-04-28 COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION
2023-02-17 COMPLIANCE MONITORING

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