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A Touch of Nature Quality Child Care

1446 E Lark St, Springfield, MO 658044.5· 16 reviews
licensed capacity
50
open each week
5 days
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About A Touch of Nature Quality Child Care

A Touch of Nature Quality Child Care is a licensed child care center in Springfield, Missouri. It is licensed by the state, for up to 50 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 17 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

School-ageOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
50 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity50 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

A Touch of Nature Quality Child Care has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for A Touch of Nature Quality Child Care

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center license
Capacity
50 children
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#000853385
See the state's record

Summary

11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 26, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 9 of 11 visits · 17 rules in all

  • Staff training and qualifications 4
  • Building, equipment and play areas 3
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Discipline and child guidance 2
  • Safety and hazards 1
  • Food and nutrition 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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  1. Aug 26, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Jun 23, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

    • Staff training and qualifications

      5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

    • Records and paperwork

      5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports

  3. Mar 18, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      5 CSR 25-500.092(3)(A) 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.

    • Food and nutrition

      5 CSR 25-500.202(1)(G) The acceptable food components and serving sizes for meals and snacks are outlined in the following chart for each age group. Menus and amounts served shall be based on this chart.

  4. Jan 12, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Staff training and qualifications

      5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

    • Records and paperwork

      5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports

  5. Aug 4, 2025Follow-up visit2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Discipline and child guidance

      5 CSR 25-500.182 Child Care Program

  6. Jul 23, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Discipline and child guidance

      5 CSR 25-500.182 Child Care Program

  7. Apr 11, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

  8. Jan 30, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

  9. Aug 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  10. May 13, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

Show 1 earlier visit
  1. Jan 29, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

Copied from Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2023. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about A Touch of Nature Quality Child Care

Is A Touch of Nature Quality Child Care licensed?

Yes. Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists it as licensed and operating.

When was A Touch of Nature Quality Child Care last inspected?

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists the most recent visit on August 26, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.

Has A Touch of Nature Quality Child Care had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 17 rules across 9 of 11 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 Touch of Nature Quality Child Care care for?

50, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

What are A Touch of Nature Quality Child Care's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does A Touch of Nature Quality Child Care cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (417) 881-1111 to ask.

What is A Touch of Nature Quality Child Care's phone number?

(417) 881-1111.

Where is A Touch of Nature Quality Child Care?

1446 E Lark St, Springfield, MO 65804. The nearest other daycare we list is A Creative Start Learning Center, under 0.1 miles away.

Sources: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood (license and visits).