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Cox Learning Center South

950 E Primrose St, Springfield, MO 658074.3· 6 reviews
licensed capacity
228
open each week
7 days
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About Cox Learning Center South

Cox Learning Center South is a licensed child care center in Springfield, Missouri. It is licensed by the state, for up to 228 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open every day, 6:00 AM to 12:00 AM.

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood made 15 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageOpen every day

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

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
6:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Licensed capacity
228 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Tuesday6:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Wednesday6:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Thursday6:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Friday6:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Saturday6:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Sunday6:00 AM to 12:00 AM

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity228 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Cox Learning Center South has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Cox Learning Center South

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center license
Capacity
228 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#000176607
See the state's record

Summary

15 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 16, 2026: 2 rules cited

Rules cited on 9 of 15 visits · 12 rules in all

  • Discipline and child guidance 2
  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Building, equipment and play areas 2
  • Safety and hazards 1
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Supervision and ratios 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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  1. Jun 16, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

    • Safety and hazards

      5 CSR 25-500.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness

  2. Nov 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jun 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Apr 15, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Food and nutrition

      5 CSR 25-500.202 Nutrition and Food Service

  5. Dec 11, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      5 CSR 25-500.182 Child Care Program

  6. Nov 18, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(C)7. Physical punishment including, but not limited to, spanking, slapping, shaking, biting, or pulling hair shall be prohibited.

  7. Nov 18, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(C)7. Physical punishment including, but not limited to, spanking, slapping, shaking, biting, or pulling hair shall be prohibited.

  8. Jun 5, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

    • Staff training and qualifications

      5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

    • Records and paperwork

      5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports

  9. Jun 5, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

    • Staff training and qualifications

      5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

    • Records and paperwork

      5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports

  10. Apr 15, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

Show 5 earlier visits
  1. Mar 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Feb 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jan 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Dec 20, 2023Complaint investigation3 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      5 CSR 25-500.132(6) A child who has a special physical, developmental, or behavioral need shall have on file an individualized plan for specialized care from a professionally qualified source.

    • Supervision and ratios

      5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(A)1. Caregivers shall not leave any child without competent adult supervision.

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(A)3. Caregivers shall provide frequent, direct contact so children are not left unobserved on the premises.

  5. Nov 29, 2023InspectionNo rules cited

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 Cox Learning Center South

Is Cox Learning Center South licensed?

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

When was Cox Learning Center South last inspected?

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists the most recent visit on June 16, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 15 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Cox Learning Center South had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 9 of 15 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 Cox Learning Center South care for?

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

What are Cox Learning Center South's hours?

Every day, 6:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Cox Learning Center South cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (417) 269-6775 to ask.

What is Cox Learning Center South's phone number?

(417) 269-6775.

Where is Cox Learning Center South?

950 E Primrose St, Springfield, MO 65807. The nearest other daycare we list is All About Kids Academy, 0.4 miles away.

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