Learning Connection Child Development Center, Llc
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📞 (573) 893-4469Reviews
OUTSTANDING! Owner Nena is wonderful and the staff is professional, creative and loving! My child has been attending for over 2 years and I have never seen any child neglected or unloved. I have also spent the last few months as a sub teacher because I love the staff so much. I am impressed with the levels to which Nena and her staff go to take care of the children. I has having some behavior issues with my child. Instead of a negative response, the staff too time to research tactics and work with my son to find creative approaches to reacting to his behavior. We are seeing much needed success!!! I cannot say enough positive things about this daycare!
We were forced to dismiss several employees for various reasons over a year ago. That is not a pleasant task, and I am sure the former employees are hurt and angry. I am concerned that those ladies are continually using the internet as a way to "get back" at me and Learning Connection by posting some very hateful, and untrue messages. Unfortunately, it is hard to defend yourself in this setting. At Learning Connection the children are our very top priority, and sometimes changes in staff are necessary to maintain a positive, professional atmosphere. If any of our current clients or anyone evaluating daycare for their child, has any questions, I would ask that they contact me directly to get any information they may desire. To answer allegations mentioned,I would say that #1 no child was hurt here at Learning Connection despite how stories have been stretched. I encourage anyone who is looking for care to read the whole stories documented in the files at the Department of Health and Senior Services to get an accurate account of allegations. Nena Koelling, Director 893-4469
My son was abused their!!!! And from what I've heard my son wasn't the only one. Disappointed in how my son was treated and the lack of proper staff. I did report them to the state and she lied to the state worker and spends a lot of time covering up thing's. You can go to your local police station and ask them to look up that address and see. Also you can call you local dfs and ask to see the licensed facilities files and see the list of complaint s made buy parents just like you.
Don't know why someone would say such bad things about Learning Connection. We have gone there for years and our child loves it. The Director has always been there to talk about my child's behaviors and we love the teachers.
Please do NOT subject your child to this! My child went there for a few months, we began to notice a lot of changes in his behavior. He would have mood swings and after a while of going he still cried when I dropped him off. After we pulled him out of child care we got our son back! He had no more mood swings he became a happy kid again! The owner will lie to your face about the things that her staff is doing, she does not look into anything if you have concerns! Her answer is its your child not my facility!
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About the Provider
In business since 2004, Learning Connection Child Development Center is proud to be using the Project Construct Curriculum, developed by Missouri's Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. The primary aim of the Project Construct approach is to help teachers foster the autonomy in each child which refers to the ability to be self-governing - socially, morally, and intellectually - in the context of relationships with others. We will prepare your child for Kindergarten and life after, socially and acedmically, by providing a fun learning environment by teachers who genuinly care and build a bond with your child and family.
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
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 | Violations |
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| 2026-03-06 | COMPLIANCE MONITORING | No violations cited |
| 2025-10-23 | COMPLIANCE MONITORING | No violations cited |
| 2025-03-25 | COMPLIANCE MONITORING | No violations cited |
| 2024-11-15 | COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION | 2 violations cited |
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Findings: 5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports Violation: Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for Samantha Sweezey and Emily Kirk as evidenced by the medical examination was not signed by the required medical source. 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: 11/15/2024 5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements Violation: Criminal background check results were older than five (5) years for Madison Sturdy, Christina Smith Grover, Betsy Simpson, Cassandra Jackson, Alyssa Rollins, Sara Neeley, Hannah Koepke, Nena Koelling, Lauren Fennewald. 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: 11/15/2024 |
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| 2024-10-25 | COMPLIANCE MONITORING | 2 violations cited |
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Findings: 5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports Violation: Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for Samantha Sweezey and Emily Kirk as evidenced by the medical examination was not signed by the required medical source. 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 25-600.020 General Requirements Violation: Criminal background check results were older than five (5) years for Madison Sturdy, Christina Smith Grover, Betsy Simpson, Cassandra Jackson, Alyssa Rollins, Sara Neeley, Hannah Koepke, Nena Koelling, Lauren Fennewald. 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 |
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| 2024-04-08 | COMPLIANCE MONITORING | No violations cited |
| 2024-01-19 | COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION | 1 violation cited |
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Findings: 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 Compliance Date: 1/16/2024 |
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| 2024-01-09 | SUPPLEMENTAL | 2 violations cited |
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Findings: 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 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports Violation: Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for Haley Logan, Jennifer Gilmore, Emily Baker as evidenced by the medical examination was not signed by the required medical source. 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: 11/8/2023 |
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| 2023-10-27 | COMPLIANCE MONITORING | 2 violations cited |
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Findings: 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 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports Violation: Medical examination report(s) was/were not on file for Haley Logan, Jennifer Gilmore, Emily Baker as evidenced by the medical examination was not signed by the required medical source. 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 |
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| 2023-04-11 | COMPLIANCE MONITORING | |
| 2022-10-06 | COMPLIANCE MONITORING | |
| 2022-01-21 | COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION | |
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