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Great Beginnings Daycare & Preschool, L.C.

1401 Cottleville Pkwy, Cottleville, MO 633764.6· 44 reviews
licensed capacity
156
open each week
5 days
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About Great Beginnings Daycare & Preschool, L.C.

Great Beginnings Daycare & Preschool, L.C. is a licensed child care center in Cottleville, Missouri. It is licensed by the state, for up to 156 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 infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care. It says it provides meals.

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageMeals providedCameras for parentsSecure entrySTEM / STEAMOpens 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
6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
156 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:00 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
SundayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
ProgramsInfant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care
ApproachPlay-based, STEM / STEAM
CurriculumLearning Without Tears®, Funnydaffer©, Kindermusik©
EnrichmentMusic, dance, and language arts
StaffCPR-trained staff
Daily lifeMeals provided; Snacks provided
SafetySecure entry, Cameras / live video for parents (live-streaming video in classrooms)
Discounts$500 off tuition ($100 off per month for the first 5 months)
MoreFounded 2007
Licensed capacity156 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Great Beginnings Daycare & Preschool, L.C. has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Great Beginnings Daycare & Preschool, L.C.

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center license
Capacity
156 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#002049554
See the state's record

Summary

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

Rules cited on 6 of 8 visits · 8 rules in all

  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Discipline and child guidance 2
  • Building, equipment and play areas 1
  • Other rules 3

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 12, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

  2. Jun 10, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

  3. Dec 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Jul 28, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

  5. Jun 16, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

  6. Dec 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Jun 4, 2024Inspection4 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)9. Punishment or threat of punishment shall not be associated with food, rest, or toilet training.

    • 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

  8. Jun 4, 2024Complaint investigation4 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)9. Punishment or threat of punishment shall not be associated with food, rest, or toilet training.

    • 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

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 Great Beginnings Daycare & Preschool, L.C.

Is Great Beginnings Daycare & Preschool, L.C. licensed?

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

When was Great Beginnings Daycare & Preschool, L.C. last inspected?

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists the most recent visit on June 12, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Great Beginnings Daycare & Preschool, L.C. had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 6 of 8 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 Great Beginnings Daycare & Preschool, L.C. care for?

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

What are Great Beginnings Daycare & Preschool, L.C.'s hours?

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

How much does Great Beginnings Daycare & Preschool, L.C. cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (636) 447-4212 to ask.

What is Great Beginnings Daycare & Preschool, L.C.'s phone number?

(636) 447-4212.

Where is Great Beginnings Daycare & Preschool, L.C.?

1401 Cottleville Pkwy, Cottleville, MO 63376. The nearest other daycare we list is O2B Kids Cottleville, 0.3 miles away.

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