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Williams Academy

6814 Natural Bridge Rd, St Louis, MO 631214.3· 25 reviews
licensed capacity
192
open each week
5 days

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About Williams Academy

Williams Academy is a licensed child care center in St Louis, Missouri. It is licensed by the state, for up to 192 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 12:00 AM. It describes a STEM / STEAM approach, with after-school care, infant care, preschool and summer camp.

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 22 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer campSTEM / STEAMOpens before 7 AMOpen until 12 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
6:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Licensed capacity
192 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Tuesday6:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Wednesday6:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Thursday6:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Friday6:00 AM to 12:00 AM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
ProgramsAfter-school care, infant care, preschool and summer camp
ApproachSTEM / STEAM
Licensed capacity192 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Williams Academy has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Williams Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center license
Capacity
192 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#002853050
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Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 17, 2026: 5 rules cited

Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 22 rules in all

  • Discipline and child guidance 10
  • Transportation 3
  • Building, equipment and play areas 2
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Health, medication and illness 1
  • Safety and hazards 1
  • Supervision and ratios 1
  • Other rules 2

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. Aug 17, 2026Complaint investigation5 rules cited
    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-500.052(1) The provider shall submit the following to the department on an annual basis, at least thirty (30) calendar days prior to the anniversary date as printed on the license:

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      5 CSR 25-500.052(1)(B) Evidence of compliance with local building and zoning requirements, if applicable;

    • Health, medication and illness

      5 CSR 25-500.042(4)(K) Evidence of compliance with local or state, or both, sanitation requirements;

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      5 CSR 25-500.042(4)(L) Evidence of compliance, if applicable, with local building and zoning requirements;

    • Other rules

      5 CSR 25-500.032(4) The person(s) or legal entity who owns a child care facility shall be responsible for meeting all debts and obligations incurred by the facility and for maintaining compliance with all licensing rules for group child care homes and child care centers.

  2. May 21, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      5 CSR 25-500.087(13)(A) Unvented fuel-fired room heaters, portable electrical space heaters,or floor furnaces shall not be used during child care hours. The provider shall sign a compliance letter verifying that such equipment will not be used.

  3. May 12, 2026Complaint investigation4 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(C)2. Expectations for a child's behavior shall be appropriate for the developmental level of that child.

    • Discipline and child guidance

      5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(C)3. Only constructive, age-appropriate methods of discipline shall be used to help children develop self-control and assume responsibility for their own actions.

    • Discipline and child guidance

      5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(C)8. No discipline technique which is humiliating, threatening, or frightening to children shall be used. Children shall not be shamed, ridiculed, or spoken to harshly, abusively, or with profanity.

    • Discipline and child guidance

      5 CSR 25-500.102(1)(E) Caregivers shall have knowledge of the needs of children and shall be sensitive to the capabilities, interests, and problems of children in care.

  4. Aug 12, 2025Complaint investigation4 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(C)3. Only constructive, age-appropriate methods of discipline shall be used to help children develop self-control and assume responsibility for their own actions.

    • Discipline and child guidance

      5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(C)7. Physical punishment including, but not limited to, spanking, slapping, shaking, biting, or pulling hair shall be prohibited.

    • Discipline and child guidance

      5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(C)8. No discipline technique which is humiliating, threatening, or frightening to children shall be used. Children shall not be shamed, ridiculed, or spoken to harshly, abusively, or with profanity.

    • Discipline and child guidance

      5 CSR 25-500.102(1)(E) Caregivers shall have knowledge of the needs of children and shall be sensitive to the capabilities, interests, and problems of children in care.

  5. Jun 28, 2025Complaint investigation5 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(A)2. A caregiver personally shall admit each child upon arrival and personally shall dismiss each child upon departure. Children shall be dismissed only to the parent(s) , guardian, legal custodian, or to individuals approved by the parent(s) , guardian, or legal custodian.

    • Records and paperwork

      5 CSR 25-500.222(2) An individual file shall be kept to identify each child and enable the provider to communicate with the parent(s) , guardian or legal custodian of the child in an emergency. Records shall include:

    • Transportation

      5 CSR 25-500.222(2)(F) Field trip and transportation authorization.

    • Transportation

      5 CSR 25-500.212(1)(A) The provider shall be responsible for the care, safety and supervision of children on field trips or at any time they transport children away from the facility.

    • Transportation

      5 CSR 25-500.212(3)(A) All children shall be seated in a permanent seat and restrained by seat belts or child restraint devices as required by Missouri law.

  6. Sep 16, 2024Complaint investigation3 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(C)3. Only constructive, age-appropriate methods of discipline shall be used to help children develop self-control and assume responsibility for their own actions.

    • Discipline and child guidance

      5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(C)7. Physical punishment including, but not limited to, spanking, slapping, shaking, biting, or pulling hair shall be prohibited.

    • 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.

  7. Oct 19, 2023Complaint investigation3 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(C)8. No discipline technique which is humiliating, threatening, or frightening to children shall be used. Children shall not be shamed, ridiculed, or spoken to harshly, abusively, or with profanity.

    • Discipline and child guidance

      5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(C)8. No discipline technique which is humiliating, threatening, or frightening to children shall be used. Children shall not be shamed, ridiculed, or spoken to harshly, abusively, or with profanity.

    • 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.

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 Williams Academy

Is Williams Academy licensed?

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

When was Williams Academy last inspected?

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists the most recent visit on August 17, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Williams Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 22 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 Williams Academy care for?

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

What are Williams Academy's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Williams Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (314) 391-5085 to ask.

What is Williams Academy's phone number?

(314) 391-5085.

Where is Williams Academy?

6814 Natural Bridge Rd, St Louis, MO 63121. The nearest other daycare we list is Time Away Learning Center 2, 0.2 miles away.

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