La Petite Academy
354 New Ballwin Rd, Ballwin, MO
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CDLC Early Learning is a licensed child care center in Ellisville, Missouri. It is licensed by the state, for up to 305 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes a STEM / STEAM approach, with after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and infant care. It says it provides meals.
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 25 rules across 12 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 Weeks - 12 Years |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, full-time care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | STEM / STEAM |
| Curriculum | Core Curriculum |
| Enrichment | STEM, Spanish, Music, Art, and more |
| Staff | Credentialed educators |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Biometric fingerprint entry, Cameras / live video for parents (live classroom and playground cameras), Outdoor playground |
| Transportation | Transportation (bus services via our Crème School bus and local school buses) |
| Parent updates | Parent app (Procare) |
| Licensed capacity | 305 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
CDLC Early Learning has not listed its tuition.
State record
12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 20, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 12 of 12 visits · 25 rules in all
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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5 CSR 25-500.042 Licensing Process
5 CSR 25-500.192 Health Care
5 CSR 25-500.042 Licensing Process
5 CSR 25-500.192 Health Care
5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports
5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements
5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports
5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements
5 CSR 25-500.082(3)(A)1. One (1) flush toilet and one (1) adjacent handwashing facility with running water shall be available for every twenty (20) children.
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(A)1. Caregivers shall not leave any child without competent supervision.
5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(A)3. Caregivers shall provide frequent, direct contact so children are not left unobserved on the premises.
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
5 CSR 25-500.182 Child Care Program
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
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354 New Ballwin Rd, Ballwin, MO
Ballwin, MO 63011 · toddlers to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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412 Old State Rd, Ellisville, MO
327 Woods Mill Rd, Manchester, MO
459 Lafayette Ctr, Manchester, MO
Wildwood, MO 63011 · infants to preschool · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
15101 Manchester Rd, Ballwin, MO
15031 Manchester Rd, Ballwin, MO
FAQ
Yes. Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists it as licensed and operating.
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists the most recent visit on July 20, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 25 rules across 12 of 12 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.
305, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (636) 484-7001 to ask.
(636) 484-7001.
15677 Manchester Rd, Ellisville, MO 63011. The nearest other daycare we list is Future Foundations Child Care and Preschool, 1.2 miles away.