Mary Lee Johnston Community Learning Center
1509 Hinkson Ave, Columbia, MO
4.5· 15 reviews
Big Steps Early Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 55
- open each week
- 5 days
We are a directory, not the daycare. We cannot hold a spot, enroll a child or answer questions about care.
Own this daycare? Claim it
About
About Big Steps Early Learning Center
Big Steps Early Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Columbia, Missouri. It is licensed by the state, for up to 55 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:45 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, pre-k and toddler care.
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
6 wk
6 mo
1
2
3
4
5
6
8
10
12 yr
Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio, teacher qualifications and whether it accepts child care subsidies.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 55 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:45 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:45 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:45 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:45 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:45 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. It lists: 6 weeks to 8 years of age |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k and toddler care |
| Curriculum | Appelbaum Institute's Creative Preschool Curriculum |
| Licensed capacity | 55 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Big Steps Early Learning Center has not listed its tuition.
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition.
State record
Inspection reports for Big Steps Early Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Child Care Center license
- Capacity
- 55 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #003096368
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 26, 2026: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 3 visits · 8 rules in all
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
- 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.
Own this daycare? Add your response to the state record
See all 3 visits
Feb 26, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports
5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements
Feb 18, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports
5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements
- Sep 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Reviews
Parent reviews
No parent reviews yet
If your child goes or went here, your review helps other parents. We check every review against our review guidelines.
Daycares near Big Steps Early Learning Center
Kathy J. Norden
Columbia, MO 65202 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
The Curators of the University of Missouri
3700 Woodland Dr, Columbia, MO
Ucb Academy
1801 Towne Dr, Columbia, MO
A Galaxy of Stars Child Care Center
1626 Towne Dr, Columbia, MO
4.8· 25 reviews
Destiny Learning Center
4914 Prairieridge St, Columbia, MO
5.0· 40 reviews
The Curators of the University of Missouri
4000 Derby Ridge Dr, Columbia, MO
Central Missouri Community Action
1400 Elleta Blvd, Columbia, MO
5.0· 2 reviews
Precious Hearts Learning Center
2700 N Ballenger Ln, Columbia, MO
4.5· 30 reviews
FAQ
Questions about Big Steps Early Learning Center
Is Big Steps Early Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Big Steps Early Learning Center last inspected?
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists the most recent visit on February 26, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Big Steps Early Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 2 of 3 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 Big Steps Early Learning Center care for?
55, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
What are Big Steps Early Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:45 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Big Steps Early Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (573) 474-3292 to ask.
What is Big Steps Early Learning Center's phone number?
(573) 474-3292.
Where is Big Steps Early Learning Center?
3309 Brown Station Rd, Columbia, MO 65202. The nearest other daycare we list is The Curators of the University of Missouri, 0.4 miles away.