Mary Lee Johnston Community Learning Center
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Columbia's Finest Child Development Center
- licensed capacity
- 85
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Columbia's Finest Child Development Center
Columbia's Finest Child Development Center is a licensed child care center in Columbia, Missouri. It is licensed by the state, for up to 85 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: preschool.
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 85 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 5:30 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 |
|---|---|
| Programs | Preschool |
| Curriculum | Project Construct |
| Staff | All preschool teachers have attended a Project Construct Institute |
| Daily life | Extended care: Open 7 Days A Week |
| Licensed capacity | 85 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Columbia's Finest Child Development Center has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Columbia's Finest Child Development Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Child Care Center license
- Capacity
- 85 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #001672097
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 27, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 4 of 8 visits · 7 rules in all
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Records and paperwork 1
- Other rules 1
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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Apr 27, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
5 CSR 25-500.102(2)(A)2. Center directors and group child care home providers routinely shall be on duty during the hours of highest attendance a minimum of forty (40) hours per week. If the facility operates less than forty (40) hours per week, the center director or group child care home provider shall be on duty at least fifty percent (50%) of the operating hours.
- Apr 16, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 15, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
Oct 21, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
- Apr 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 28, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 9, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 31, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
Oct 25, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
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FAQ
Questions about Columbia's Finest Child Development Center
Is Columbia's Finest Child Development Center licensed?
Yes. Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Columbia's Finest Child Development Center last inspected?
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists the most recent visit on April 27, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Columbia's Finest Child Development Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 4 of 8 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 Columbia's Finest Child Development Center care for?
85, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
What are Columbia's Finest Child Development Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Columbia's Finest Child Development Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (573) 499-4466 to ask.
What is Columbia's Finest Child Development Center's phone number?
(573) 499-4466.
Where is Columbia's Finest Child Development Center?
3900 White Tiger Ln, Columbia, MO 65202. The nearest other daycare we list is The Curators of the University of Missouri, 0.4 miles away.