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Lost Creek Daycare

1505 W 10th St Ste G, Joplin, MO 648015.0· 6 reviews
licensed capacity
32
open each week
5 days
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About Lost Creek Daycare

Lost Creek Daycare is a licensed child care center in Joplin, Missouri. It is licensed by the state, for up to 32 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 16 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageOpens 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
Closed today
Licensed capacity
32 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity32 childrenFrom the state license
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Tuition and costs

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State record

Inspection reports for Lost Creek Daycare

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center license
Capacity
32 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#003014106
See the state's record

Summary

11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 1, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 8 of 11 visits · 16 rules in all

  • Building, equipment and play areas 8
  • Food and nutrition 3
  • Health, medication and illness 2
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • 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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  1. Jul 1, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Food and nutrition

      5 CSR 25-500.202(2)(B) The written diet plan for each infant/toddler shall be followed. The parent(s) shall update the plan according to the individual needs of the child until they grant permission in writing for the child to eat table foods.

  2. May 19, 2026Inspection2 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 25-500.192 Health Care

  3. Apr 30, 2026Inspection2 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 25-500.192 Health Care

  4. Oct 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Apr 22, 2025Inspection2 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

  6. Mar 31, 2025Follow-up visit2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Food and nutrition

      5 CSR 25-500.202 Nutrition and Food Service

  7. Mar 24, 2025Inspection3 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

    • Food and nutrition

      5 CSR 25-500.202 Nutrition and Food Service

  8. Oct 8, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports

  9. Oct 2, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Records and paperwork

      5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports

  10. Apr 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 2 earlier visits
  1. Jan 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Oct 20, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-500.042 Licensing Process

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

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 Lost Creek Daycare

Is Lost Creek Daycare licensed?

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

When was Lost Creek Daycare last inspected?

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists the most recent visit on July 1, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Lost Creek Daycare had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 16 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 Lost Creek Daycare care for?

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

What are Lost Creek Daycare's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Lost Creek Daycare cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (417) 592-7810 to ask.

What is Lost Creek Daycare's phone number?

(417) 592-7810.

Where is Lost Creek Daycare?

1505 W 10th St Ste G, Joplin, MO 64801. The nearest other daycare we list is Lost Creek Daycare 2, under 0.1 miles away.

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