Rachel Leigh Zorn
Kansas City, MO 64155 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Hillside Early Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 104
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Hillside Early Learning Center
Hillside Early Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Smithville, Missouri. It is licensed by the state, for up to 104 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 Play-based approach, with infant care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp.
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood made 2 visits in the last 3 years and cited 2 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageSummer campAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 104 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks - Pre-K |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Curriculum | Creative Curriculum |
| Staff | Owner/Director: 14+ years in Early Childhood Education, 10 years teaching |
| Daily life | Potty training: Gain confidence through the potty-training process (Wildflowers, 2-2.5 years) |
| Assistance it accepts | Subsidy accepted |
| Parent updates | Parent app (Brightwheel) |
| Licensed capacity | 104 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Hillside Early Learning Center has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Hillside Early Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Child Care Center license
- Capacity
- 104 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #003168156
Summary
2 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 21, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 2 of 2 visits · 2 rules in all
- Transportation 1
- Other rules 1
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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Aug 21, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
5 CSR 25-500.212(3)(A) All children shall be seated in a permanent seat and restrained by seat belts or child restraint devices as required by Missouri law.
Jun 10, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
5 CSR 25-500.042 Licensing Process
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FAQ
Questions about Hillside Early Learning Center
Is Hillside Early Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Hillside Early Learning Center last inspected?
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists the most recent visit on August 21, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 2 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Hillside Early Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 2 of 2 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 Hillside Early Learning Center care for?
104, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
What are Hillside Early Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Hillside Early Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (816) 873-1718 to ask.
What is Hillside Early Learning Center's phone number?
(816) 873-1718.
Where is Hillside Early Learning Center?
205 Richardson St, Smithville, MO 64089. The nearest other daycare we list is Innovation Learning, 0.3 miles away.