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Kreative Kids Preschool

5855 S Scott Blvd, Columbia, MO 652035.0· 1 review
licensed capacity
148
open each week
5 days
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About Kreative Kids Preschool

Kreative Kids Preschool is a licensed child care center in Columbia, Missouri. It is licensed by the state, for up to 148 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:45 PM. It describes its programs: full-time care, infant care, part-time care and pre-k.

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 26 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageSummer campOpens 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
7:00 AM to 5:45 PM
Licensed capacity
148 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 5:45 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 5:45 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 5:45 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 5:45 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 5:45 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
ProgramsFull-time care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
CurriculumCreative Curriculum
Licensed capacity148 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Kreative Kids Preschool has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Kreative Kids Preschool

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center license
Capacity
148 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#002675636
See the state's record

Summary

11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 2, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 8 of 11 visits · 26 rules in all

  • Staff training and qualifications 6
  • Health, medication and illness 5
  • Safe sleep 2
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Supervision and ratios 1
  • Building, equipment and play areas 1
  • 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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See all 12 visits
  1. Apr 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Oct 6, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

    • 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. Sep 19, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

    • 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

  4. Apr 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Feb 10, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Safe sleep

      5 CSR 25-500.182(2)(C)4.E. When, in the opinion of the infant's licensed health care provider, an infant requires alternative sleep positions or special sleeping arrangements that differ from those set forth in this rule, the provider shall haveon file at the facility written instructions, signed by the infant's licensed health care provider, detailing the alternative sleep positions or special sleeping arrangements for such infant. The caregiver(s) shall put the infantto sleep in accordance with such written instructions;

    • Safe sleep

      5 CSR 25-500.092(1)(B)2.I. Sitting devices such as car safety seats, strollers, swings, infant carriers, infant slings, and other sitting devices shall not be used for sleep/nap time. Infants who fall asleep anywhere other than a crib, portable crib, or playpen shall be placed in the crib or playpen for the remainder of their sleep or nap time.

  6. Nov 12, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(A)1. Caregivers shall not leave any child without competent supervision.

    • 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.

  7. Nov 8, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

    • 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 25-500.132 Admission Policies and Procedures

    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

  8. Sep 25, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

    • 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 25-500.132 Admission Policies and Procedures

    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements

  9. Apr 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Mar 27, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

Show 2 earlier visits
  1. Jan 26, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

    • Staff training and qualifications

      5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel

    • Health, medication and illness

      5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports

  2. Oct 31, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      5 CSR 25-500.082(1)(C) Children shall have no access to areas not approved for child 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 Kreative Kids Preschool

Is Kreative Kids Preschool licensed?

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

When was Kreative Kids Preschool last inspected?

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists the most recent visit on April 2, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Kreative Kids Preschool had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 26 rules across 8 of 11 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 Kreative Kids Preschool care for?

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

What are Kreative Kids Preschool's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:45 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Kreative Kids Preschool cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (573) 356-1984 to ask.

What is Kreative Kids Preschool's phone number?

(573) 356-1984.

Where is Kreative Kids Preschool?

5855 S Scott Blvd, Columbia, MO 65203. The nearest other daycare we list is The Curators of the University of Missouri, 0.1 miles away.

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