Child Care Center
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Stay 'N Play Child Care
Litchfield, MN
· Meeker County
619 E 4th St,
Litchfield, MN 55355
Quick Facts
Capacity
150 children
Age Range
Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
Type of Care
Day Program
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
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Contact Information
📞 (320) 593-7858
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
830690
License Holder
Stay 'N Play Child Care, Inc.
Licensed Since
1998
License Issued
Jan 1, 2026
Active Through
Dec 31, 2026
Issued By
Minnesota Department of Human Services
District Office
Meeker County Social Services
License Conditions: Maximum number of infants in the Infant classroom and Toddler classroom (infant/toddler combination classroom) is 16 infants.; Maximum number of toddlers in the Toddler classroom and the Toddler/Preschool combination classroom is 28 toddlers.
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About the Provider
Our centers provide a program that includes Childcare Preschool and Latchkey. The programs are adapted to each child's needs. The infant program includes activities that stimulate achievement optimum amounts of holding verbal interaction and play with caregiver. In toddler preschool and school age the activities include but are not limited to science music art language stories free play and outdoor play. Parents may review the Child Care Program Plan upon request.
Hours of Operation
- Monday5:00 am - 6:30 pm
- Tuesday5:00 am - 6:30 pm
- Wednesday5:00 am - 6:30 pm
- Thursday5:00 am - 6:30 pm
- Friday5:00 am - 6:30 pm
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
Where possible, ChildcareCenter provides inspection reports as a service to families. This information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. We encourage families to contact the daycare provider directly with any questions or concerns. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.
| Report Date | Report Type | Report Status |
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| 2026-06-16 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraphs (b) and (h) - Background Studies
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0125, item G; and part 9503.0140, subpart 5 - Children's Records
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.66, subdivision 3, paragraph (d) - Emergency Preparedness
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.54, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 20 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 20 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 13 - Health Practices
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.46, paragraph (a) - Infant and Toddler Care
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.16, subdivision 5; and section 142B.18, subdivision 6 - Postings
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0034, subpart 1; and part 9503.0040, subpart 2, item D - Program Practices
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0032, subpart 2; and part 9503.0120, item B - Staff Qualifications
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.10, subdivision 21, paragraph (b), clause (1); and section 142B.65, subdivision 1 - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 9 - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 5 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 3 - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 4 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training Violation Description: Background Studies: The program did not submit a background study for an individual when required, however the program submitted a study before DCYF discovered the error. Children's Records: Children's files did not contain immunization documentation. Emergency Preparedness: The emergency preparedness plan was not updated yearly. Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Facility: Areas used by children were not in good repair. Facility: Carpet or rugs were not in good repair and/or did not meet safety requirements. Health Practices: Children's hands were not washed with soap and water. Infant and Toddler Care: An infant under six months was allowed to sleep on their stomach without the required documentation from parents. Postings: A licensing action was not posted in a prominent place. Program Practices: A teacher or assistant teacher did not directly supervise an aide. Staff Qualifications: Documentation was not available to show that a teacher met qualifications. Staff Training: Staff orientation training did not include all required items. Staff Training: All staff did not complete ongoing training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with CPR training requirements. Staff Training: Child development and learning training did not contain all required items. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Corrected on site Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Corrected on site Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2025-10-06 | Summary of Settlement Agreement | |
| 2025-07-15 | Fine Order | |
| 2025-06-25 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraphs (b) and (h) - Background Studies
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.66, subdivision 3, paragraph (f) - Emergency Preparedness
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 20 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 9 - Facility
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.54, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.45, subdivision 3 - Infant and Toddler Care
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.45, subdivision 4 - Infant and Toddler Care
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item C - Medication/First Aid
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.18, subdivision 6 - Postings
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0040, subpart 2 - Program Practices
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.01, subdivision 27 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0045, subpart 1, item A - Program Practices
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0032, subpart 2; and part 9503.0120, item B - Staff Qualifications
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 9 - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 4 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 5 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training Violation Description: Background Studies: The program did not submit a background study request to DHS when required. Emergency Preparedness: The relocation site and evacuation route from the emergency preparedness plan was not posted. Facility: Areas used by children were not in good repair. Facility: The program's space was not clean. Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Infant and Toddler Care: Cribs were not checked annually against the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission website's listing of unsafe cribs. Infant and Toddler Care: The program did not complete monthly crib safety inspections. Medication/First Aid: The program did not follow medication administration documentation procedures. Postings: A licensing action was not posted in a prominent place. Program Practices: The correct number of qualified staff were not present. Program Practices: Staff did not supervise the children at all times. Staff Qualifications: Documentation was not available to show that a teacher met qualifications. Staff Training: All staff did not complete ongoing training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with CPR training requirements. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Corrected on site Corrected on site Corrected on site Corrected on site Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Corrected on site Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Corrected on site Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2024-07-02 | Fine Order | |
| 2024-04-30 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraphs (b) and (g) - Background Studies
Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraphs (b) and (g) - Background Studies
Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.13, subdivision 2 - Background Studies
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0125, item G; and part 9503.0140, subpart 5 - Children's Records
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 1, paragraph (a) - Children's Records
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 14 - Health Practices
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 1, paragraph (d) - Health Practices
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 2 - Health Practices
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0130, subpart 1 - Reporting Requirements
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (f) - Risk Reduction Plan
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 7 - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 4 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 3 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training Violation Description: Background Studies: The program did not submit a background study request to DHS when required. Background Studies: The program did not submit a background study for an individual when required, however the program submitted a study before DHS discovered the error. Background Studies: An individual required to have a background study was allowed to have contact with children before receiving a DHS notice allowing contact. Children's Records: Children's files did not contain immunization documentation. Children's Records: The Individual Child Care Program Plan for a child with a known allergy did not contain all required items. Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Health Practices: Staff did not wash their hands with soap and water. Health Practices: Food allergy information was not available to staff. Health Practices: The program did not have a policy for handling and disposing of bodily fluids. Reporting Requirements: The program did not comply with the reporting requirements for abuse and neglect. Risk Reduction Plan: The Risk Reduction Plan did not include policies and procedures for supervising children when required by DHS. Staff Training: All staff did not complete ongoing training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with CPR training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2023-08-01 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.13, subdivision 2 - Background Studies
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 3 - Emergency Preparedness
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 3, paragraph (d) - Emergency Preparedness
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 3, paragraph (e) - Emergency Preparedness
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 9 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0145, subpart 2 - Food and Water
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 2 - Health Practices
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 1 - Health Practices
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (f) - Risk Reduction Plan
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0032, subpart 2; and part 9503.0120, item B - Staff Qualifications
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 7 - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 4 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 3 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 2 - Staff Training Violation Description: Background Studies: An individual required to have a background study was allowed to have contact with children before receiving a DHS notice allowing contact. Emergency Preparedness: The emergency preparedness plan did not contain all required items. Emergency Preparedness: The emergency preparedness plan was not updated each calendar year. Emergency Preparedness: The emergency preparedness plan was not included with other program policies and/or given to parents. Facility: The program's space was not clean. Food and Water: Menus did not comply with the nutritional requirements of the USDA. Health Practices: The program did not have a policy for handling and disposing of bodily fluids. Health Practices: The program's policy on preventing and responding to allergies did not include all required items. Risk Reduction Plan: The Risk Reduction Plan did not include policies and procedures for supervising children when required by DHS. Staff Qualifications: Documentation was not available to show that a teacher met qualifications. Staff Training: All staff did not complete ongoing training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with CPR training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements. Staff Training: Child development and learning training did not contain all required items. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2021-06-17 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: 245A.40, subd 1 and 245A.04, subd 14, para (b) (1) - Staff Training Violation Description: Staff orientation training did not include all required items. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2020-11-06 | Health and Safety Technical Assistance Review | In Compliance |
| 2019-05-30 | Correction Order | |
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