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Ozark Action, Inc.

Willow Springs, MO · Howell County
409 W MAIN ST, Willow Springs, MO 65793
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Quick Facts

Capacity
40 children
Age Range
36 MONTHS - 5 YEARS
Subsidized Program
Does not participate

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Contact Information

📞 (417) 469-2893
409 W MAIN ST
Willow Springs, MO 65793
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✓ Licensed CHILD CARE CENTER
Active License
License Number
000640908
License Holder
OZARK ACTION, INC.
Licensed Since
1996
License Issued
Aug 28, 2021
Issued By
Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services
Licensor
ELAINE S COX

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About the Provider

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OZARK ACTION, INC. is a CHILD CARE CENTER in WILLOW SPRINGS MO, with a maximum capacity of 40 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of 36 MONTHS - 5 YEARS. It is open Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM- 9:00 PM. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

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 Violations
2026-04-30 COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION 2 violations cited
Findings:

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

Violation: The observed surface area under tetter tater , from which a child might fall consists of grass.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (6) (A) 8. states: Concrete, asphalt, carpet, grass or bare soil is not an acceptable surface under outdoor equipment from which children might fall and be injured.

Correction Required: The facility shall not use concrete, asphalt, carpet, grass or bare soil under equipment from which a child might fall.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 4/30/2026

5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials

Violation: Outdoor equipment, yellow straight slide, in play yard was not in good condition as evidenced by large crack in the plastic exit of the slide, the entrance of the slide had been made inaccessible to the children by tape across the entrance, however the exit of the slide is accessible to the children.

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: Submit Documentation

Compliance Date: 4/30/2026

2026-04-06 COMPLIANCE MONITORING 2 violations cited
Findings:

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

Violation: The observed surface area under tetter tater , from which a child might fall consists of grass.

Rule Reference: 5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (6) (A) 8. states: Concrete, asphalt, carpet, grass or bare soil is not an acceptable surface under outdoor equipment from which children might fall and be injured.

Correction Required: The facility shall not use concrete, asphalt, carpet, grass or bare soil under equipment from which a child might fall.

Correction Verification: Submit Documentation

5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials

Violation: Outdoor equipment, yellow straight slide, in play yard was not in good condition as evidenced by large crack in the plastic exit of the slide, the entrance of the slide had been made inaccessible to the children by tape across the entrance, however the exit of the slide is accessible to the children.

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: Submit Documentation

2025-09-22 COMPLIANCE MONITORING No violations cited
2025-04-01 COMPLIANCE MONITORING No violations cited
2024-10-08 COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION 1 violation cited
Findings:

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 new bathroom was added, however there is no floor to ceiling separation as required by sanitation guidelines.

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: 10/3/2024

2024-09-10 COMPLIANCE MONITORING 1 violation cited
Findings:

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 new bathroom was added, however there is no floor to ceiling separation as required by sanitation guidelines.

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

2024-04-03 COMPLIANCE MONITORING No violations cited
2023-11-20 COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION 1 violation cited
Findings:

5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety

Violation: Requirements of 19 CSR 30-62.087 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by the evacuation time was not recorded.

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: 10/31/2023

2023-10-10 COMPLIANCE MONITORING 1 violation cited
Findings:

5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety

Violation: Requirements of 19 CSR 30-62.087 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by the evacuation time was not recorded.

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

2023-04-11 COMPLIANCE MONITORING
2022-10-07 COMPLIANCE MONITORING
2022-05-18 COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION
2022-04-11 COMPLIANCE MONITORING

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