Ozarks Technical Community College
936 N Hampton Ave, Springfield, MO
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A Creative Start Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 90
- open each week
- 5 days
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About A Creative Start Learning Center
A Creative Start Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Springfield, Missouri. It is licensed by the state, for up to 90 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 90 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 90 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
A Creative Start Learning Center has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for A Creative Start Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Child Care Center license
- Capacity
- 90 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #002240177
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 23, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 10 visits · 13 rules in all
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Other rules 4
For comparison: 97% of Missouri daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 11.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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See all 10 visits
- Jul 23, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 27, 2026Follow-up visit2 rules cited
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
5 CSR 25-500.182 Child Care Program
Jan 12, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
5 CSR 25-500.182 Child Care Program
- Jul 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 30, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements
Jan 31, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements
- Jul 24, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 20, 2024Follow-up visitNo rules cited
Jun 11, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Mar 26, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety
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FAQ
Questions about A Creative Start Learning Center
Is A Creative Start Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists it as licensed and operating.
When was A Creative Start Learning Center last inspected?
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists the most recent visit on July 23, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has A Creative Start Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 6 of 10 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 97% of Missouri daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 11. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can A Creative Start Learning Center care for?
90, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
What are A Creative Start Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does A Creative Start Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (417) 832-1381 to ask.
What is A Creative Start Learning Center's phone number?
(417) 832-1381.
Where is A Creative Start Learning Center?
1926 S Ingram Mill Rd, Springfield, MO 65804. The nearest other daycare we list is Connect Academy, 0.2 miles away.