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Radiant Faith Academy

2153 Mckelvey Rd, Maryland Heights, MO 630434.8· 23 reviews
licensed capacity
74
open each week
5 days
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About Radiant Faith Academy

Radiant Faith Academy is a licensed child care center in Maryland Heights, Missouri. It is licensed by the state, for up to 74 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 preschool.

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsBefore- and after-schoolOpens before 7 AM

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

From the state license. Ages it lists: 6 weeks to 12 years
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
74 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:00 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
SundayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 12 years
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, infant care, preschool and toddler care
CurriculumCreative Curriculum combined with Early Learning Assessment Profile (E-LAP)
Staff-to-child ratio2-Year-Old Program: teacher-to-child ratio of 1:6
Daily lifePotty training: 2-Year-Old Program: teachers work with parents and child on potty training readiness
Licensed capacity74 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Radiant Faith Academy has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Radiant Faith Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center license
Capacity
74 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#001981280
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Summary

4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 25, 2026: 4 rules cited

Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 13 rules in all

  • Supervision and ratios 9
  • Safe sleep 2
  • Building, equipment and play areas 1
  • Health, medication and illness 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. Feb 25, 2026Complaint investigation4 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(A)1. Caregivers shall not leave any child without competent supervision.

    • Safe sleep

      5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(A)5. A caregiver shall remain in the room with preschool and school-age children while they are napping or sleeping and shall be able to see and hear them if they have difficulty during napping or when they awaken.

    • Supervision and ratios

      5 CSR 25-500.112(1) Staff/child ratios shall be maintained at all times.

    • Supervision and ratios

      5 CSR 25-500.112(1)(A) The staff/child ratio and group size shall be followed as outlined in the below chart unless it meets an exception in subparagraphs (1)(B)-(G) below: Infants, toddlers, and 2-year-olds shall have one caregiver for every four children with no more than eight children per group; Groups composed solely of children 24 to 36 months shall have one caregiver for every eight children with no more than 16 children per group; Groups composed solely of children 3 to 4 years shall have one caregiver for every 10 children with no more than 20 children per group; Groups composed solely of children 5 years or older shall have one caregiver for every 16 children with no more than 32 children per group; A mixed group of children consisting of no more than four children age 2 years, and at least one child older than 3 years shall have one caregiver for every 10 children with no more than 20 children per group; A mixed group of children consisting of more than four children ages 24 to 36 months, and at least one child older than 36 months shall have one caregiver for every eight children with no more than 16 children per group.

  2. Feb 2, 2026Complaint investigation3 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(A)1. Caregivers shall not leave any child without competent supervision.

    • Supervision and ratios

      5 CSR 25-500.112(1) Staff/child ratios shall be maintained at all times.

    • Supervision and ratios

      5 CSR 25-500.112(1)(A) The staff/child ratio and group size shall be followed as outlined in the below chart unless it meets an exception in subparagraphs (1)(B)-(G) below: Infants, toddlers, and 2-year-olds shall have one caregiver for every four children with no more than eight children per group; Groups composed solely of children 24 to 36 months shall have one caregiver for every eight children with no more than 16 children per group; Groups composed solely of children 3 to 4 years shall have one caregiver for every 10 children with no more than 20 children per group; Groups composed solely of children 5 years or older shall have one caregiver for every 16 children with no more than 32 children per group; A mixed group of children consisting of no more than four children age 2 years, and at least one child older than 3 years shall have one caregiver for every 10 children with no more than 20 children per group; A mixed group of children consisting of more than four children ages 24 to 36 months, and at least one child older than 36 months shall have one caregiver for every eight children with no more than 16 children per group.

  3. Oct 27, 2025Complaint investigation5 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.

    • Safe sleep

      5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(A)5. A caregiver shall remain in the room with preschool and school-age children while they are napping or sleeping and shall be able to see and hear them if they have difficulty during napping or when they awaken.

    • Supervision and ratios

      5 CSR 25-500.112(1) Staff/child ratios shall be maintained at all times.

    • Supervision and ratios

      5 CSR 25-500.112(1)(A) The staff/child ratio and group size shall be followed as outlined in the below chart unless it meets an exception in subparagraphs (1)(B)-(G) below: Infants, toddlers, and 2-year-olds shall have one caregiver for every four children with no more than eight children per group; Groups composed solely of children 24 to 36 months shall have one caregiver for every eight children with no more than 16 children per group; Groups composed solely of children 3 to 4 years shall have one caregiver for every 10 children with no more than 20 children per group; Groups composed solely of children 5 years or older shall have one caregiver for every 16 children with no more than 32 children per group; A mixed group of children consisting of no more than four children age 2 years, and at least one child older than 3 years shall have one caregiver for every 10 children with no more than 20 children per group; A mixed group of children consisting of more than four children ages 24 to 36 months, and at least one child older than 36 months shall have one caregiver for every eight children with no more than 16 children per group.

  4. Oct 18, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(D)3. Caregivers shall be alert to various needs of the child such as thirst, hunger,diaper change, fear of or aggression by other children, and the need for attention.

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 Radiant Faith Academy

Is Radiant Faith Academy licensed?

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

When was Radiant Faith Academy last inspected?

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists the most recent visit on February 25, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Radiant Faith Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 13 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 Radiant Faith Academy care for?

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

What are Radiant Faith Academy's hours?

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

How much does Radiant Faith Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (314) 275-7336 to ask.

What is Radiant Faith Academy's phone number?

(314) 275-7336.

Where is Radiant Faith Academy?

2153 Mckelvey Rd, Maryland Heights, MO 63043. The nearest other daycare we list is Blue Birds, 0.4 miles away.

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