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Academy

3210 S Providence Rd, Columbia, MO 652034.5· 28 reviews
licensed capacity
180
open each week
5 days
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About Academy

Academy is a licensed child care center in Columbia, Missouri. It is licensed by the state, for up to 180 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:45 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, infant care, preschool and summer camp. It says it provides meals.

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 15 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedSecure entryOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license. Ages it lists: 6 weeks to 12 years old
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
6:30 AM to 5:45 PM
Licensed capacity
180 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:30 AM to 5:45 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 5:45 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 5:45 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 5:45 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 5:45 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
Hours it lists: “6:30AM–5:45PM, M-F”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 12 years old
ProgramsAfter-school care, infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
CurriculumCreative Curriculum
Daily lifeMeals provided; Snacks provided
SafetyKey code entrances, fingerprint check in/check out for parents, Outdoor playground
Parent updatesParent app (Procare, Procare Family Engagement App)
Licensed capacity180 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Academy has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center license
Capacity
180 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#001364563
See the state's record

Summary

11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 30, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 9 of 11 visits · 15 rules in all

  • Health, medication and illness 6
  • Building, equipment and play areas 4
  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Supervision and ratios 1
  • Other rules 2

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. Jul 30, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports

  2. Jul 15, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports

  3. Feb 23, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Jul 25, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports

  5. Jul 2, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports

  6. Dec 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Aug 16, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
    • 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

    • Health, medication and illness

      5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports

    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

  8. Jul 9, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
    • 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

    • Health, medication and illness

      5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports

    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

  9. Mar 27, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      5 CSR 25-500.112(1)(A) The staff/child ratio and group size shall be followed as outlined in the below chart unless it meets an exception in subparagraphs (1)(B)-(G) below: Infants, toddlers, and 2-year-olds shall have one caregiver for every four children with no more than eight children per group; Groups composed solely of children 24 to 36 months shall have one caregiver for every eight children with no more than 16 children per group; Groups composed solely of children 3 to 4 years shall have one caregiver for every 10 children with no more than 20 children per group; Groups composed solely of children 5 years or older shall have one caregiver for every 16 children with no more than 32 children per group; A mixed group of children consisting of no more than four children age 2 years, and at least one child older than 3 years shall have one caregiver for every 10 children with no more than 20 children per group; A mixed group of children consisting of more than four children ages 24 to 36 months, and at least one child older than 36 months shall have one caregiver for every eight children with no more than 16 children per group.

  10. Dec 28, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

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  1. Dec 8, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

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 Academy

Is Academy licensed?

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

When was Academy last inspected?

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists the most recent visit on July 30, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 15 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 Academy care for?

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

What are Academy's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:45 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (573) 441-0101 to ask.

What is Academy's phone number?

(573) 441-0101.

Where is Academy?

3210 S Providence Rd, Columbia, MO 65203. The nearest other daycare we list is Rock Bridge, 0.3 miles away.

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