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Methodist Early Learning Center
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About
About Methodist Early Learning Center
Methodist Early Learning Center is a child care center in Jefferson City, Missouri. It is license-exempt, for up to 70 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It describes a Faith-based approach, with infant care, part-time care, pre-k and preschool.
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 15 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageFaith-based
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 70 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (573) 635-6886 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based (Christian environment; operates out of First United Methodist Church) |
| Staff | All teachers and caregivers are fully trained |
| Daily life | Snacks provided |
| More | Founded 1966 |
| Licensed capacity | 70 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Methodist Early Learning Center has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Methodist Early Learning Center
License
- Status
- License-exempt and operating
- License type
- License-exempt (religious organization or nursery school)
- Capacity
- 70 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #000214995
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 14, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 15 rules in all
- Safety and hazards 7
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Records and paperwork 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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Apr 14, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
5 CSR 25-300.020 Application for Annual Fire Safety and Health and Sanitation Inspections and Inspection Procedures
5 CSR 25-300.050 Health Requirements
Apr 6, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
5 CSR 25-300.020 Application for Annual Fire Safety and Health and Sanitation Inspections and Inspection Procedures
5 CSR 25-300.050 Health Requirements
5 CSR 25-300.070 Fire Safety Requirements
5 CSR 25-300.110 Admission Procedures and Required Reports and Records
Apr 16, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
5 CSR 25-300.050 Health Requirements
5 CSR 25-300.110 Admission Procedures and Required Reports and Records
RSMo 252. Fire, safety, health and sanitation inspections, procedures - variances to rules granted when - rules authorized.
Apr 3, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
5 CSR 25-300.050 Health Requirements
5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment
5 CSR 25-300.110 Admission Procedures and Required Reports and Records
RSMo 252. Fire, safety, health and sanitation inspections, procedures - variances to rules granted when - rules authorized.
Apr 12, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
5 CSR 25-300.070 Fire Safety Requirements
Apr 3, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
5 CSR 25-300.070 Fire Safety Requirements
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FAQ
Questions about Methodist Early Learning Center
Is Methodist Early Learning Center licensed?
No. Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists it as exempt from child care licensing in Missouri.
When was Methodist Early Learning Center last inspected?
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists the most recent visit on April 14, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Methodist Early Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 15 rules across 6 of 6 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 Methodist Early Learning Center care for?
70, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
What are Methodist Early Learning Center's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (573) 635-6886 to confirm.
How much does Methodist Early Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (573) 635-6886 to ask.
What is Methodist Early Learning Center's phone number?
(573) 635-6886.
Where is Methodist Early Learning Center?
201 Monroe St, Jefferson City, MO 65101. The nearest other daycare we list is Presbyterian Preschool, 0.2 miles away.