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Wee Tots Daycare Center

2302 S Moffet Ave, Joplin, MO 648042.8· 18 reviews
licensed capacity
40
open each week
5 days
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About Wee Tots Daycare Center

Wee Tots Daycare Center is a licensed child care center in Joplin, Missouri. It is licensed by the state, for up to 40 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 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 10 rules across 1 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
40 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity40 childrenFrom the state license
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State record

Inspection reports for Wee Tots Daycare Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center license
Capacity
40 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#002102423
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Summary

1 visit in the last 3 years · Last visit Dec 5, 2023: 10 rules cited

Rules cited on 1 of 1 visit · 10 rules in all

  • Building, equipment and play areas 2
  • Food and nutrition 2
  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Records and paperwork 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. Dec 5, 2023Complaint investigation10 rules cited
    • 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.

    • Food and nutrition

      5 CSR 25-500.092(1)(C)2. Infants and toddlers. Infants and toddlers who are unable to sit at a table shall have one (1) piece of mealtime feeding equipment for every four (4) infant/toddlers which may include feeding tables, high chairs, infant seats or other safely designed infant seating equipment. Equipment shall be provided which will allow the child to sit comfortably and securely while being fed. Appropriate restraints shall be used.

    • Records and paperwork

      5 CSR 25-500.192(5)(A) In case of accident or injury to a child, the provider shall notify the parent(s) immediately. If the child requires emergency medical care, the provider shall follow the parent's(s') written instructions.

    • Food and nutrition

      5 CSR 25-500.202(2)(B) The written diet plan for each infant/toddler shall be followed. The parent(s) shall update the plan according to the individual needs of the child until they grant permission in writing for the child to eat table foods.

    • Staff training and qualifications

      5 CSR 25-500.102(1)(F) Caregivers shall be capable of handling emergencies promptly and intelligently.

    • Staff training and qualifications

      5 CSR 25-500.102(1)(H) The provider shall have available a copy of the Licensing Rules for Group Child Care Homes and Child Care Centers in Missouri. All caregivers and volunteers working directly with children shall be required to review and be knowledgeable of the rules at the time they begin work and shall be able to understand and apply those rules which relate to their respective responsibilities.

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      5 CSR 25-500.082(1)(A) The premises shall be safe and suitable for the care of children.

    • Safety and hazards

      5 CSR 25-500.082(1)(I) All flammable liquids, matches, cleaning supplies, poisonous materials, medicines, alcoholic beverages, hazardous personal care items or other hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.

    • Health, medication and illness

      5 CSR 25-500.082(1)(K) No person shall smoke or otherwise use tobacco products in any area of the child care facility during the period of time when children cared for under the license are present.

    • Safety and hazards

      5 CSR 25-500.082(3)(A)5. Locks or latches shall not be used on bathroom or bathroom stall doors used by children below the first grade.

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 Wee Tots Daycare Center

Is Wee Tots Daycare Center licensed?

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

When was Wee Tots Daycare Center last inspected?

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists the most recent visit on December 5, 2023, with 10 rules cited. It lists 1 visit in the last 3 years.

Has Wee Tots Daycare Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 10 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 Wee Tots Daycare Center care for?

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

What are Wee Tots Daycare Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Wee Tots Daycare Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (417) 624-9500 to ask.

What is Wee Tots Daycare Center's phone number?

(417) 624-9500.

Where is Wee Tots Daycare Center?

2302 S Moffet Ave, Joplin, MO 64804. The nearest other daycare we list is Miracles Daycare, 0.3 miles away.

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