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YMCA-Edward Jones Branch-Early Childhood Education Center

12521 Marine Ave, St Louis, MO 631464.7· 40 reviews
licensed capacity
80
open each week
5 days
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About YMCA-Edward Jones Branch-Early Childhood Education Center

YMCA-Edward Jones Branch-Early Childhood Education Center is a licensed child care center in St Louis, Missouri. It is licensed by the state, for up to 80 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: full-time care, infant care, preschool and special-needs / inclusion care. It says it provides meals.

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 15 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license. Ages it lists: infants (6 weeks) through preschoolers (up to age 6)
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
80 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
Hours it lists: “Monday - Friday: 6:30am - 6pm”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Infants (6 weeks) through preschoolers (up to age 6)
ProgramsFull-time care, infant care, preschool, special-needs / inclusion care and toddler care
CurriculumActive Kids
StaffStaff Receive Extensive Training in Child Development & Behavior Management
Daily lifeMeals provided; Snacks provided
SafetyOutdoor playground
Assistance it acceptsState childcare reimbursements
DiscountsTuition Savings for Family Members
Parent updatesParent app (Lillio, Lillio (formerly HiMama))
Licensed capacity80 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

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State record

Inspection reports for YMCA-Edward Jones Branch-Early Childhood Education Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center license
Capacity
80 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#001344727
See the state's record

Summary

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

Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 15 rules in all

  • Discipline and child guidance 6
  • Supervision and ratios 4
  • Building, equipment and play areas 3
  • Health, medication and illness 1
  • Safety and hazards 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. Apr 17, 2026Complaint investigation5 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(A)1. Caregivers shall not leave any child without competent supervision.

    • 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.

    • Health, medication and illness

      5 CSR 25-500.192(3)(E) All medication shall be stored out of reach of children or in a locked container.

    • Supervision and ratios

      5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(A)1. Caregivers shall not leave any child without competent supervision.

    • 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.

  2. Apr 17, 2026Complaint investigation5 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(A)1. Caregivers shall not leave any child without competent supervision.

    • 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.

    • Health, medication and illness

      5 CSR 25-500.192(3)(E) All medication shall be stored out of reach of children or in a locked container.

    • Supervision and ratios

      5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(A)1. Caregivers shall not leave any child without competent supervision.

    • 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.

  3. Jun 13, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • 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. Mar 3, 2025Complaint investigation5 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)4. Praise and encouragement of good behavior shall be used instead of focusing only upon unacceptable behavior.

    • 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.

  5. Apr 15, 2024Complaint investigation4 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(A)1. Caregivers shall not leave any child without competent supervision.

    • 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.

    • Supervision and ratios

      5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(D)1. Infants and toddlers shall have constant care and supervision. Home monitors or commercial devices marketed to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) shall not be used in place of supervision while children are napping or sleeping.

    • Safety and hazards

      5 CSR 25-500.087(2)(F) Child care staff shall conduct at least one (1) fire drill each month and a disaster drill at least every three (3) months. The disaster drills shall include tornado drills. The provider shall maintain a written record at the facility of the date, type of drill, time required to evacuate the building, and number of children present during the drill.

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 YMCA-Edward Jones Branch-Early Childhood Education Center

Is YMCA-Edward Jones Branch-Early Childhood Education Center licensed?

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

When was YMCA-Edward Jones Branch-Early Childhood Education Center last inspected?

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

Has YMCA-Edward Jones Branch-Early Childhood Education Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 15 rules across 5 of 5 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 YMCA-Edward Jones Branch-Early Childhood Education Center care for?

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

What are YMCA-Edward Jones Branch-Early Childhood Education Center's hours?

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

How much does YMCA-Edward Jones Branch-Early Childhood Education Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (314) 439-9665 to ask.

What is YMCA-Edward Jones Branch-Early Childhood Education Center's phone number?

(314) 439-9665.

Where is YMCA-Edward Jones Branch-Early Childhood Education Center?

12521 Marine Ave, St Louis, MO 63146. The nearest other daycare we list is The Westport School Childcare, 0.6 miles away.

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