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Kindercare Education

497 Big Bend, Ballwin, MO 630214.2· 32 reviews
licensed capacity
150
open each week
5 days
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About Kindercare Education

Kindercare Education is a licensed child care center in Ballwin, Missouri. It is licensed by the state, for up to 150 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and infant care.

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 24 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMNAEYC accredited

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

From the state license. Ages it lists: 6 weeks to 12 years
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
150 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: “6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, M-F”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 12 years
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, full-time care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
EnrichmentCooking Academy™ (3–12 years)
SafetyOutdoor playground
Assistance it acceptsChild Care Aware® of America fee assistance for Active Duty military families
TransportationTransportation (transportation from center to child's school and back)
AccreditationNAEYC accredited
Licensed capacity150 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Kindercare Education has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Kindercare Education

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center license
Capacity
150 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#001776823
See the state's record

Summary

10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 26, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 9 of 10 visits · 24 rules in all

  • Building, equipment and play areas 8
  • Health, medication and illness 5
  • Staff training and qualifications 4
  • Records and paperwork 3
  • Other rules 4

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 26, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

  2. May 14, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

    • Records and paperwork

      5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports

  3. Nov 24, 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. Jul 3, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
    • 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

    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

  5. May 20, 2025Inspection5 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

  6. Nov 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Oct 24, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Health, medication and illness

      5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports

  8. Oct 17, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • 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.

  9. Aug 1, 2024Follow-up visit4 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

    • Health, medication and illness

      5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports

    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

  10. May 15, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials

    • 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 Kindercare Education

Is Kindercare Education licensed?

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

When was Kindercare Education last inspected?

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists the most recent visit on June 26, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Kindercare Education had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 24 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 Kindercare Education care for?

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

What are Kindercare Education's hours?

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

How much does Kindercare Education cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (636) 527-8280 to ask.

What is Kindercare Education's phone number?

(636) 527-8280.

Where is Kindercare Education?

497 Big Bend, Ballwin, MO 63021. The nearest other daycare we list is The Goddard School, 0.1 miles away.

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