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La Petite Academy
- licensed capacity
- 94
- open each week
- 5 days
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About La Petite Academy
La Petite Academy is a licensed child care center in St Joseph, Missouri. It is licensed by the state, for up to 94 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, infant care and pre-k. It says it provides meals.
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedCameras for parentsOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
6 wk
6 mo
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12 yr
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 94 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 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 |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 Weeks - 12 Years |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Enrichment | Handwriting & Advanced Math, Music, Phonics, Soccer, Spanish, Yoga |
| Staff | Certifications: CPR & First Aid |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Cameras / live video for parents (free live streaming video of classroom via SproutAbout® app) |
| Parent updates | Cameras / live video for parents (free live streaming video of classroom via SproutAbout® app) |
| Parent updates | Parent app (SproutAbout®) |
| Accreditation | NECPA accredited |
| More | Founded 1990 |
| Licensed capacity | 94 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
La Petite Academy has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for La Petite Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Child Care Center license
- Capacity
- 94 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #000398083
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 7, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 9 visits · 8 rules in all
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Background checks 1
- 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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May 7, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
5 CSR 25-500.102(2)(A)3. The licensee is required to maintain an approved certificated group child care home provider or center director on staff.
5 CSR 25-500.102(2)(A)6. The center owner(s), or the board president or chairperson, shall notify the department immediately when there is a change of directors and shall have a qualifying criminal background check on file as required by 5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements.
- Feb 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 12, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Sep 4, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials
- Feb 20, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 28, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements
Sep 11, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements
- Feb 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 18, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements
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FAQ
Questions about La Petite Academy
Is La Petite Academy licensed?
Yes. Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists it as licensed and operating.
When was La Petite Academy last inspected?
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists the most recent visit on May 7, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has La Petite Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 5 of 9 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 La Petite Academy care for?
94, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
What are La Petite Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does La Petite Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (816) 364-0014 to ask.
What is La Petite Academy's phone number?
(816) 364-0014.
Where is La Petite Academy?
719 N 36th St, St Joseph, MO 64506. The nearest other daycare we list is United Cerebral Palsy of Northwest Missouri, 0.5 miles away.