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Destiny Learning Center

4914 Prairieridge St, Columbia, MO 652025.0· 40 reviews
licensed capacity
120
open each week
5 days
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About Destiny Learning Center

Destiny Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Columbia, Missouri. It is licensed by the state, for up to 120 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, infant care and preschool.

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsBefore- and after-schoolFaith-basedSecure entryOpens before 7 AM

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

From the state license. Ages it lists: 6 weeks through 12 years
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
120 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
Hours it lists: “Monday-Friday 6:30am-6:00pm”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks through 12 years
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, infant care, preschool and toddler care
ApproachFaith-based (Christian (Destiny Worship Center))
CurriculumFunnyDaffer
SafetyVideo monitored 24-hour locked facility
MoreFounded 2008
Licensed capacity120 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Destiny Learning Center has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Destiny Learning Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center license
Capacity
120 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#002085603
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Summary

9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 22, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 5 of 9 visits · 11 rules in all

  • Discipline and child guidance 3
  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Health, medication and illness 2
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Building, equipment and play areas 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. Jun 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Jan 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Nov 10, 2025Complaint investigation3 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(C)3. Only constructive, age-appropriate methods of discipline shall be used to help children develop self-control and assume responsibility for their own actions.

    • Discipline and child guidance

      5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(C)8. No discipline technique which is humiliating, threatening, or frightening to children shall be used. Children shall not be shamed, ridiculed, or spoken to harshly, abusively, or with profanity.

    • Discipline and child guidance

      5 CSR 25-500.102(1)(E) Caregivers shall have knowledge of the needs of children and shall be sensitive to the capabilities, interests, and problems of children in care.

  4. Jun 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Nov 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Jun 26, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

    • Health, medication and illness

      5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports

    • Records and paperwork

      5 CSR 25-500.132 Admission Policies and Procedures

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

      5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

    • Health, medication and illness

      5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports

    • Records and paperwork

      5 CSR 25-500.132 Admission Policies and Procedures

  8. Nov 30, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

  9. Nov 16, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

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 Destiny Learning Center

Is Destiny Learning Center licensed?

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

When was Destiny Learning Center last inspected?

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists the most recent visit on June 22, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Destiny Learning Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 5 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 Destiny Learning Center care for?

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

What are Destiny Learning Center's hours?

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

How much does Destiny Learning Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (573) 474-5888 to ask.

What is Destiny Learning Center's phone number?

(573) 474-5888.

Where is Destiny Learning Center?

4914 Prairieridge St, Columbia, MO 65202. The nearest other daycare we list is The Curators of the University of Missouri, 0.7 miles away.

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