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Morning Star Day Care and Preschool
- licensed capacity
- 120
- open each week
- 5 days
- weekly, posted tuition
- $216
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About
About Morning Star Day Care and Preschool
Morning Star Day Care and Preschool is a child care center in Nixa, Missouri. It is license-exempt, for up to 120 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with infant care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp. It lists weekly tuition from $216 to $252.
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageSummer campFaith-basedOpens before 7 AMPosts tuition
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
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 120 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 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 to Pre-K |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp |
| Approach | Faith-based (ministry of Nixa Assembly of God now known as Thrive Church) |
| More | Founded 1994 |
| Licensed capacity | 120 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Morning Star Day Care and Preschool lists weekly tuition from $216 to $252.
| Weekly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| BIRTH THROUGH AGE 2 (NOT POTTY TRAINED) – 2026 Pricing | $252 |
| FULLY POTTY TRAINED – 2026 Pricing | $216 |
| Registration (2026 Pricing) | $100 |
| SCHOOL AGE SUMMER CAMP (K-5TH GRADE) – 2026 Pricing | $150 a week |
2 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
State record
Inspection reports for Morning Star Day Care and Preschool
License
- Status
- License-exempt and operating
- License type
- License-exempt (religious organization or nursery school)
- Capacity
- 120 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #000651816
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Oct 22, 2025: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 12 rules in all
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Safety and hazards 3
- Records and paperwork 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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Oct 22, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
5 CSR 25-300.050 Health Requirements
5 CSR 25-300.070 Fire Safety Requirements
5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment
Sep 4, 2025Inspection5 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 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment
5 CSR 25-300.110 Admission Procedures and Required Reports and Records
Oct 29, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
5 CSR 25-300.050 Health Requirements
5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment
Sep 4, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
5 CSR 25-300.050 Health Requirements
5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment
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FAQ
Questions about Morning Star Day Care and Preschool
Is Morning Star Day Care and Preschool licensed?
No. Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists it as exempt from child care licensing in Missouri.
When was Morning Star Day Care and Preschool last inspected?
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists the most recent visit on October 22, 2025, with 3 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Morning Star Day Care and Preschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 4 of 4 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 Morning Star Day Care and Preschool care for?
120, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
What are Morning Star Day Care and Preschool's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Morning Star Day Care and Preschool cost?
Weekly tuition from $216 to $252, as it lists it.
What is Morning Star Day Care and Preschool's phone number?
(417) 725-1043.
Where is Morning Star Day Care and Preschool?
113 W Mt Vernon, Nixa, MO 65714. The nearest other daycare we list is Blevins, Mary Jo, 0.1 miles away.