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Sappington Child Care Center & Summer Day Camp

9915 Emil St, St Louis, MO 631264.5· 24 reviews
licensed capacity
155
open each week
5 days

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About Sappington Child Care Center & Summer Day Camp

Sappington Child Care Center & Summer Day Camp is a licensed child care center in St Louis, Missouri. It is licensed by the state, for up to 155 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and part-time care.

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood made 1 visit in the last 3 years and cited 2 rules across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

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

Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
155 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

Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, full-time care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp
ApproachPlay-based
EnrichmentSwim lessons by a certified lifeguard offered daily
StaffMany camp counselors are elementary teachers or college students majoring in elementary education
Daily lifeSnacks provided. Potty training: Teachers work with parents on potty training skills in the Chipmunk room
SafetyOutdoor playground
TransportationTransportation (buses from Long and Sappington Elementary Schools pick up and drop off at the Center)
MoreFounded 1965
Licensed capacity155 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Sappington Child Care Center & Summer Day Camp has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Sappington Child Care Center & Summer Day Camp

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center license
Capacity
155 children
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#000652922
See the state's record

Summary

1 visit in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 18, 2025: 2 rules cited

Rules cited on 1 of 1 visit · 2 rules in all

  • Building, equipment and play areas 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. Sep 18, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      5 CSR 25-500.082(6)(A)1. A fenced outdoor play area shall be available on or adjoining the day care property. The play area shall be located so it is convenient and the children can gain access to it without hazard. For facilities initially licensed after the effective date of these rules or for the installation of new fences in existing facilities, the fence shall be at least forty-two inches (42") high. An outdoor play area used exclusively for school-age children shall not be required to have a fence. Fences shall be constructed to prevent children from crawling or falling through or becoming entrapped.

    • Safety and hazards

      5 CSR 25-500.082(6)(A)4. The play area shall be safe for children's activities, well-maintained, free of hazards such as poisonous plants, broken glass, rocks or other debris and shall have good drainage.

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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Questions about Sappington Child Care Center & Summer Day Camp

Is Sappington Child Care Center & Summer Day Camp licensed?

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

When was Sappington Child Care Center & Summer Day Camp last inspected?

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists the most recent visit on September 18, 2025, with 2 rules cited. It lists 1 visit in the last 3 years.

Has Sappington Child Care Center & Summer Day Camp had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 1 of 1 visit 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 Sappington Child Care Center & Summer Day Camp care for?

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

What are Sappington Child Care Center & Summer Day Camp's hours?

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

How much does Sappington Child Care Center & Summer Day Camp cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (314) 843-4971 to ask.

What is Sappington Child Care Center & Summer Day Camp's phone number?

(314) 843-4971.

Where is Sappington Child Care Center & Summer Day Camp?

9915 Emil St, St Louis, MO 63126. The nearest other daycare we list is St. Lucas Preschool, 0.7 miles away.

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