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Early Learning Academy

5440 Gravois Ave, St Louis, MO 631164.9· 14 reviews
licensed capacity
106
open each week
5 days
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About Early Learning Academy

Early Learning Academy is a licensed child care center in St Louis, Missouri. It is licensed by the state, for up to 106 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 22 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageOpens before 7 AM

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
Closed today
Licensed capacity
106 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity106 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Early Learning Academy has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Early Learning Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center license
Capacity
106 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#002736383
See the state's record

Summary

10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 1, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 9 of 10 visits · 22 rules in all

  • Building, equipment and play areas 8
  • Discipline and child guidance 4
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Safety and hazards 1
  • Supervision and ratios 1
  • Health, medication and illness 1
  • Other rules 5

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. Sep 1, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

  2. Mar 31, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

  3. Sep 8, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

  4. May 15, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

  5. Apr 1, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

  6. Sep 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. May 6, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

  8. Mar 20, 2024Follow-up visit2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

  9. Mar 15, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Safety and hazards

      5 CSR 25-500.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials

    • Supervision and ratios

      5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios

    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

  10. Nov 11, 2023Complaint investigation8 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.

    • Health, medication and illness

      5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(E)4. Diapers and wet clothing shall be changed promptly.

    • 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.

    • Records and paperwork

      5 CSR 25-500.192(5)(A) In case of accident or injury to a child, the provider shall notify the parent(s) immediately. If the child requires emergency medical care, the provider shall follow the parent's(s') written instructions.

    • Records and paperwork

      5 CSR 25-500.192(5)(B) Information regarding the date and circumstance of any accident or injury shall be noted in the child's record.

    • 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.

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 Early Learning Academy

Is Early Learning Academy licensed?

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

When was Early Learning Academy last inspected?

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists the most recent visit on September 1, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Early Learning Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 22 rules across 9 of 10 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 Early Learning Academy care for?

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

What are Early Learning Academy's hours?

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

How much does Early Learning Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (314) 696-2516 to ask.

What is Early Learning Academy's phone number?

(314) 696-2516.

Where is Early Learning Academy?

5440 Gravois Ave, St Louis, MO 63116. The nearest other daycare we list is Happy Haven Academy, 0.3 miles away.

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