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BLS Early Childhood Center

636 Nw Jefferson St, Grain Valley, MO 640294.8· 225 reviews
licensed capacity
86
open each week
5 days
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About BLS Early Childhood Center

BLS Early Childhood Center is a licensed child care center in Grain Valley, Missouri. It is licensed by the state, for up to 86 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, preschool and summer camp.

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 15 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer campOpens before 7 AM

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

From the state license. Ages it lists: BIRTH to 12 year-olds
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
5:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
86 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday5:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday5:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday5:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday5:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday5:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: BIRTH to 12 year-olds
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, preschool and summer camp
DiscountsCoupon for new enrollees
Licensed capacity86 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

BLS Early Childhood Center has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for BLS Early Childhood Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center license
Capacity
86 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#002384245
See the state's record

Summary

9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 9, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 8 of 9 visits · 15 rules in all

  • Building, equipment and play areas 10
  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Records and paperwork 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. Apr 9, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

  2. Mar 10, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

  3. Nov 21, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

  4. Sep 2, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

  5. Apr 15, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

  6. Mar 12, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

  7. Sep 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Mar 26, 2024Inspection4 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

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials

    • Staff training and qualifications

      5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

  9. Mar 5, 2024Inspection5 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

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials

    • Staff training and qualifications

      5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

    • Records and paperwork

      5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports

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 BLS Early Childhood Center

Is BLS Early Childhood Center licensed?

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

When was BLS Early Childhood Center last inspected?

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists the most recent visit on April 9, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.

Has BLS Early Childhood Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 15 rules across 8 of 9 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 BLS Early Childhood Center care for?

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

What are BLS Early Childhood Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does BLS Early Childhood Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (816) 443-2424 to ask.

What is BLS Early Childhood Center's phone number?

(816) 443-2424.

Where is BLS Early Childhood Center?

636 Nw Jefferson St, Grain Valley, MO 64029. The nearest other daycare we list is Odie's Playhouse, 0.3 miles away.

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