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Cradle 2 Crayons

214 N Route B, Hallsville, MO 65255
licensed capacity
60
open each week
5 days
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About Cradle 2 Crayons

Cradle 2 Crayons is a licensed child care center in Hallsville, Missouri. It is licensed by the state, for up to 60 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 28 rules across 10 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

School-ageOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
60 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity60 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Cradle 2 Crayons has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Cradle 2 Crayons

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center license
Capacity
60 children
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#002797479
See the state's record

Summary

11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 7, 2026: 4 rules cited

Rules cited on 10 of 11 visits · 28 rules in all

  • Staff training and qualifications 9
  • Health, medication and illness 4
  • Building, equipment and play areas 2
  • Transportation 1
  • Other rules 12

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. Jul 7, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

    • Staff training and qualifications

      5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

    • Health, medication and illness

      5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports

    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

  2. Jan 7, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

    • Staff training and qualifications

      5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

    • Health, medication and illness

      5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports

    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

  3. Dec 23, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Transportation

      5 CSR 25-500.212(2)(B) All vehicles used to transport children shall be licensed in accordance with Missouri law.

  4. Aug 26, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Feb 13, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

    • Staff training and qualifications

      5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

  6. Jan 28, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

    • Staff training and qualifications

      5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

  7. Sep 26, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

  8. Aug 5, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

    • Staff training and qualifications

      5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

  9. Jul 17, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

    • Staff training and qualifications

      5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

  10. Apr 10, 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

    • Staff training and qualifications

      5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

    • Health, medication and illness

      5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports

    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

Show 1 earlier visit
  1. Jan 26, 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

    • Staff training and qualifications

      5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

    • Health, medication and illness

      5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports

    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

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 Cradle 2 Crayons

Is Cradle 2 Crayons licensed?

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

When was Cradle 2 Crayons last inspected?

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists the most recent visit on July 7, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Cradle 2 Crayons had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 28 rules across 10 of 11 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 Cradle 2 Crayons care for?

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

What are Cradle 2 Crayons' hours?

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

How much does Cradle 2 Crayons cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (573) 268-4403 to ask.

What is Cradle 2 Crayons' phone number?

(573) 268-4403.

Where is Cradle 2 Crayons?

214 N Route B, Hallsville, MO 65255. The nearest other daycare we list is Lip, 0.3 miles away.

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