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Spectrum Station

3250 N Ameristar Dr, Kansas City, MO 641614.6· 59 reviews
licensed capacity
335
open each week
5 days

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About Spectrum Station

Spectrum Station is a licensed child care center in Kansas City, Missouri. It is licensed by the state, for up to 335 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM.

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood made 2 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 2 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
335 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Thursday6:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Friday6:00 AM to 6:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity335 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

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State record

Inspection reports for Spectrum Station

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center license
Capacity
335 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#001743760
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Summary

2 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 12, 2024: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 2 of 2 visits · 5 rules in all

  • Safe sleep 2
  • Building, equipment and play areas 1
  • Discipline and child guidance 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. Jul 12, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      5 CSR 25-500.082(2)(A)6. Walls, ceilings and floors shall be finished with material which can be cleaned easily and shall be free of splinters, cracks and chipping paint. Floor covering shall be in good condition. Lead-free paint shall be used for all painted surfaces.

  2. Apr 17, 2024Complaint investigation4 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(C)6. Firm, positive statements or redirection of behavior shall be used with infants and toddlers.

    • 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.

    • Safe sleep

      5 CSR 25-500.182(2)(C)4.B. An infant's head and face shall remain uncovered during sleep;

    • Safe sleep

      5 CSR 25-500.182(2)(C)4.G. After awakening, an infant may remain in the crib as long as s/he is content, but never for periods longer than thirty (30) minutes; and

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 Spectrum Station

Is Spectrum Station licensed?

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

When was Spectrum Station last inspected?

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists the most recent visit on July 12, 2024, with 1 rule cited. It lists 2 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Spectrum Station had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 2 of 2 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 Spectrum Station care for?

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

What are Spectrum Station's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Spectrum Station cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (816) 459-8000 to ask.

What is Spectrum Station's phone number?

(816) 459-8000.

Where is Spectrum Station?

3250 N Ameristar Dr, Kansas City, MO 64161. The nearest other daycare we list is Greater K.C. Linc, 2.2 miles away.

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