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The Salvation Army
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About The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army is a child care center in Independence, Missouri. It is license-exempt, for up to 50 children, serving school-age children.
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-age
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 50 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (816) 668-0075 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 50 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for The Salvation Army
License
- Status
- License-exempt and operating
- License type
- License-exempt (religious organization or nursery school)
- Capacity
- 50 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #001417345
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 20, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 11 rules in all
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Records and paperwork 4
- Safety and hazards 2
- 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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May 20, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
5 CSR 25-300.050 Health Requirements
Apr 20, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
5 CSR 25-300.050 Health Requirements
5 CSR 25-300.090 Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment
May 27, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
5 CSR 25-300.110 Admission Procedures and Required Reports and Records
Apr 16, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
5 CSR 25-300.110 Admission Procedures and Required Reports and Records
Apr 24, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
5 CSR 25-300.050 Health Requirements
5 CSR 25-300.110 Admission Procedures and Required Reports and Records
RSMo 252. Fire, safety, health and sanitation inspections, procedures - variances to rules granted when - rules authorized.
Apr 16, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
5 CSR 25-300.050 Health Requirements
5 CSR 25-300.110 Admission Procedures and Required Reports and Records
RSMo 252. Fire, safety, health and sanitation inspections, procedures - variances to rules granted when - rules authorized.
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FAQ
Questions about The Salvation Army
Is The Salvation Army licensed?
No. Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists it as exempt from child care licensing in Missouri.
When was The Salvation Army last inspected?
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists the most recent visit on May 20, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Salvation Army had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 6 of 6 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 The Salvation Army care for?
50, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
What are The Salvation Army's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (816) 668-0075 to confirm.
How much does The Salvation Army cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (816) 668-0075 to ask.
What is The Salvation Army's phone number?
(816) 668-0075.
Where is The Salvation Army?
14700 East Truman Rd, Independence, MO 64050. The nearest other daycare we list is Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City, 0.3 miles away.