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Little Guppy Child Development Center

3151 Elm Point Industrial Dr, St Charles, MO 633014.6· 28 reviews
licensed capacity
151
open each week
5 days
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About Little Guppy Child Development Center

Little Guppy Child Development Center is a licensed child care center in St Charles, Missouri. It is licensed by the state, for up to 151 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

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

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 10 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campOpens before 7 AM

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

From the state license. Ages it lists: infants to school-age
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
151 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:00 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
SundayTodayNot listed
Hours it lists: “M-F 6:00am - 6:00pm”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Infants to school-age
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
StaffCenter Director holds a Bachelor of Science in early childhood education and Master of Arts in education (Lindenwood University)
Daily lifePotty training: Toilet training plans for in school and at home
Licensed capacity151 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

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Little Guppy Child Development Center has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Little Guppy Child Development Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center license
Capacity
151 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#002861407
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Summary

12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 18, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 10 of 12 visits · 13 rules in all

  • Building, equipment and play areas 10
  • Supervision and ratios 1
  • Discipline and child guidance 1
  • Safety and hazards 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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  1. Jun 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Dec 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jul 25, 2025Complaint 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.

  4. Jun 9, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

  5. Jun 3, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

  6. Feb 25, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      5 CSR 25-500.182 Child Care Program

  7. Jan 23, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

  8. Dec 12, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

  9. Jul 21, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

  10. Jun 18, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

Show 2 earlier visits
  1. Jan 30, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

  2. Dec 1, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Safety and hazards

      5 CSR 25-500.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials

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 Little Guppy Child Development Center

Is Little Guppy Child Development Center licensed?

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

When was Little Guppy Child Development Center last inspected?

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists the most recent visit on June 18, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Little Guppy Child Development Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 10 of 12 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 Little Guppy Child Development Center care for?

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

What are Little Guppy Child Development Center's hours?

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

How much does Little Guppy Child Development Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (636) 916-4280 to ask.

What is Little Guppy Child Development Center's phone number?

(636) 916-4280.

Where is Little Guppy Child Development Center?

3151 Elm Point Industrial Dr, St Charles, MO 63301. The nearest other daycare we list is Little HIlls Learning Center, 0.8 miles away.

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