Lavina Gale Spiegel
St Louis, MO 63144 · infants to toddlers · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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YMCA-Mid County Branch-Minier Early Childhood Education Center is a licensed child care center in St Louis, Missouri. It is licensed by the state, for up to 114 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with 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 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Infants (6 weeks) through preschoolers (up to age 6) |
|---|---|
| Programs | Full-time care, infant care, preschool, special-needs / inclusion care and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Staff | Staff Receive Extensive Training in Child Development & Behavior Management |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Assistance it accepts | State childcare reimbursements |
| Discounts | Tuition Savings for Family Members |
| Parent updates | Parent app (Lillio, Lillio (formerly HiMama)) |
| Licensed capacity | 114 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
YMCA-Mid County Branch-Minier Early Childhood Education Center has not listed its tuition.
State record
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 11, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 5 rules in all
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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5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(A)4. Children under three (3) shall be supervised and assisted while in the bathroom.
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.
5 CSR 25-500.192(2)(B) Each child's parent(s) shall be notified immediately when any contagious disease occurs in the facility.
5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(A)1. Caregivers shall not leave any child without competent adult supervision.
5 CSR 25-500.182(1)(A)3. Caregivers shall provide frequent, direct contact so children are not left unobserved on the premises.
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FAQ
Yes. Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists it as licensed and operating.
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood lists the most recent visit on September 11, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 3 of 3 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.
114, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (314) 962-3257 to ask.
(314) 962-3257.
1900 Urban Dr, St Louis, MO 63144. The nearest other daycare we list is Strictly Pediatrics Center, 0.4 miles away.