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Emmanuel Family & Child Development Center and Emergency Shelter for Children

4736 Prospect Ave, Kansas City, MO 641303.0· 29 reviews
licensed capacity
361
open each week
5 days
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About Emmanuel Family & Child Development Center and Emergency Shelter for Children

Emmanuel Family & Child Development Center and Emergency Shelter for Children is a licensed child care center in Kansas City, Missouri. It is licensed by the state, for up to 361 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based and STEM / STEAM approach, with after-school care, before-school care, early head start and infant care.

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 35 rules across 12 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSTEM / STEAMOpens before 7 AM

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

From the state license. Ages it lists: six weeks to 5 years of age (Early Childhood Center)
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
361 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. It lists: Six weeks to 5 years of age (Early Childhood Center)
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, early head start, infant care, preschool and toddler care
ApproachPlay-based, STEM / STEAM
StaffHighly trained staff
Daily lifeSnacks provided
TransportationTransportation (Transportation Services)
Licensed capacity361 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Emmanuel Family & Child Development Center and Emergency Shelter for Children has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Emmanuel Family & Child Development Center and Emergency Shelter for Children

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center license
Capacity
361 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#002795042
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Summary

12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 4, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 12 of 12 visits · 35 rules in all

  • Building, equipment and play areas 13
  • Staff training and qualifications 6
  • Health, medication and illness 3
  • Discipline and child guidance 2
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Other rules 9

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 4, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-500.042(14) The license shall not be transferable and shall apply only to the person(s) and address shown on the license.

  2. Apr 23, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials

    • 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. Mar 18, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules 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.

    • Discipline and child guidance

      5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(C)9. Punishment or threat of punishment shall not be associated with food, rest, or toilet training.

  4. Nov 20, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials

  5. Oct 24, 2025Inspection4 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

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials

    • Staff training and qualifications

      5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

  6. Apr 22, 2025Inspection4 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

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials

    • Staff training and qualifications

      5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

  7. Jan 16, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

  8. Nov 20, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

  9. Oct 7, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      5 CSR 25-500.082(1)(A) The premises shall be safe and suitable for the care of children.

  10. Sep 10, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

    • Staff training and qualifications

      5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

Show 2 earlier visits
  1. Aug 20, 2024Inspection6 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

    • Records and paperwork

      5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports

    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

  2. Apr 25, 2024Inspection6 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

    • Records and paperwork

      5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and 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 Emmanuel Family & Child Development Center and Emergency Shelter for Children

Is Emmanuel Family & Child Development Center and Emergency Shelter for Children licensed?

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

When was Emmanuel Family & Child Development Center and Emergency Shelter for Children last inspected?

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists the most recent visit on June 4, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Emmanuel Family & Child Development Center and Emergency Shelter for Children had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 35 rules across 12 of 12 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 Emmanuel Family & Child Development Center and Emergency Shelter for Children care for?

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

What are Emmanuel Family & Child Development Center and Emergency Shelter for Children's hours?

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

How much does Emmanuel Family & Child Development Center and Emergency Shelter for Children cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (816) 921-3164 to ask.

What is Emmanuel Family & Child Development Center and Emergency Shelter for Children's phone number?

(816) 921-3164.

Where is Emmanuel Family & Child Development Center and Emergency Shelter for Children?

4736 Prospect Ave, Kansas City, MO 64130. The nearest other daycare we list is Greater K.C. Linc, 0.5 miles away.

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