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The Language Tree

2311 E Walnut St, Columbia, MO 652014.9· 30 reviews
licensed capacity
60
open each week
5 days

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About The Language Tree

The Language Tree is a licensed child care center in Columbia, Missouri. It is licensed by the state, for up to 60 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

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

School-ageOpens 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
7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Licensed capacity
60 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity60 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

The Language Tree has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for The Language Tree

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center license
Capacity
60 children
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#002359308
See the state's record

Summary

1 visit in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 3, 2024: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 1 of 1 visit · 1 rule in all

  • 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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  1. Sep 3, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule 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.

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 The Language Tree

Is The Language Tree licensed?

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

When was The Language Tree last inspected?

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

Has The Language Tree had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 1 rule 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 The Language Tree care for?

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

What are The Language Tree's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does The Language Tree cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (573) 424-2517 to ask.

What is The Language Tree's phone number?

(573) 424-2517.

Where is The Language Tree?

2311 E Walnut St, Columbia, MO 65201. The nearest other daycare we list is Mary Lee Johnston Community Learning Center, 0.8 miles away.

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