BRANSTETTER, KAREN

KANSAS CITY, MOFAMILY HOMELicensed

4.4based on state inspection data
Capacity10
Hours6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Est. price$1,719/mo

Contact information

Address5420 N SPRUCE AVE, KANSAS CITY, MO, 64119-2837

CityKANSAS CITY, MO 64119-2837

CountyCLAY

Phone(816) 225-0420

Operating details

Hours6:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Capacity10

License dateAugust 28, 2021

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 9/10/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High3
  • Medium-High7
  • Medium15
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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5420 N SPRUCE AVE, KANSAS CITY, MO, 64119-2837, KANSAS CITY, MO 64119-2837

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  1. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  2. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  3. This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away
  4. For a home-based program, ask which areas of the home children use and who else is present during care hours

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 9/10/2025

  • High2
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium12
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium riskStandard 59/10/2025

    5 CSR 25-400.095 — All outdoor equipment shall be constructed safely, in good condition and free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Only lead-free paint shall be used.

    Outdoor equipment, large climber, in playground was not in good condition as evidenced by broken dome window and spider webs present. Correction required: Outdoor equipment shall have no exposed hazards. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium riskStandard 59/10/2025

    5 CSR 25-400.085 — 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 s

    The walls located around back door was/were not in good condition as evidenced by weather stripping torn . Correction required: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium riskStandard 59/4/2025

    5 CSR 25-400.085 — 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 s

    The walls located around back door was/were not in good condition as evidenced by weather stripping torn . Correction required: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE MONITORING. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  4. Medium riskStandard 59/4/2025

    5 CSR 25-400.095 — All furniture and equipment shall be constructed safely, in good condition and free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Only lead free paint shall be used.

    Furniture/equipment, play kitchen, in play room was not in good condition as evidenced by sticker residue. Correction required: The facility shall provide safe and clean furniture/equipment as required. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE MONITORING. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  5. Medium riskStandard 59/4/2025

    5 CSR 25-400.095 — All outdoor equipment shall be constructed safely, in good condition and free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Only lead-free paint shall be used.

    Outdoor equipment, large climber, in playground was not in good condition as evidenced by broken dome window and spider webs present. Correction required: Outdoor equipment shall have no exposed hazards. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE MONITORING. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  6. Medium riskStandard 55/5/2025

    5 CSR 25-400.085 — 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 s

    The walls located in the bathroom was/were not in good condition as evidenced by plastic covering ripping off. Correction required: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE MONITORING. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected

2024

  1. High riskStandard 59/19/2024

    5 CSR 25-400.105 — A family child care home may be licensed for up to ten (10) children. The following staff/child ratios must be maintained at all times and shall not be exceeded except as permitted under these rules: 1 caregiver present, with up to 4 ch

    Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by two children under age two and nine children over age two were cared for by 1 caregiver(s). Correction required: Staff/child ratios shall be maintained at all times. Inspection type: REINSPECTION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 59/19/2024

    5 CSR 25-400.055 — The child care provider shall conduct a Family Care Safety Registry check for all child care staff members within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date as printed on the license.

    The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for Karen Branstetter, assistant, and household member within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date. Correction required: Required Family Care Safety Registry checks shall be conducted for all child care staff member(s) within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date. Inspection type: REINSPECTION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium riskStandard 59/19/2024

    5 CSR 25-400.055 — A listing of household members and assistant(s).

    The listing of household members and assistants was not submitted. Correction required: The child care provider shall submit a listing of all household members and assistants. Inspection type: REINSPECTION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  4. Medium riskStandard 59/19/2024

    5 CSR 25-400.055 — A current list of available equipment.

    The equipment list was not submitted. Correction required: The child care provider shall submit an equipment list as required. Inspection type: REINSPECTION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  5. Medium riskStandard 59/19/2024

    5 CSR 25-400.045 — The number and ages of children a family child care home is authorized to have in care at any one time shall be specified on the license and shall not be exceeded except as permitted within these rules.

    The number of children was/were exceeded as evidenced by facility is licensed for ten children, and there were eleven children were present. Correction required: The provider shall maintain compliance with the specifications on the license. Inspection type: REINSPECTION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  6. Medium riskStandard 59/10/2024

    5 CSR 25-400.045 — The number and ages of children a family child care home is authorized to have in care at any one time shall be specified on the license and shall not be exceeded except as permitted within these rules.

    The number of children was/were exceeded as evidenced by facility is licensed for ten children, and there were eleven children were present. Correction required: The provider shall maintain compliance with the specifications on the license. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE MONITORING. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  7. Medium riskStandard 59/10/2024

    5 CSR 25-400.055 — A current list of available equipment.

    The equipment list was not submitted. Correction required: The child care provider shall submit an equipment list as required. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE MONITORING. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  8. Medium riskStandard 59/10/2024

    5 CSR 25-400.055 — A listing of household members and assistant(s).

    The listing of household members and assistants was not submitted. Correction required: The child care provider shall submit a listing of all household members and assistants. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE MONITORING. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  9. Medium-High riskStandard 59/10/2024

    5 CSR 25-400.055 — The child care provider shall conduct a Family Care Safety Registry check for all child care staff members within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date as printed on the license.

    The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for Karen Branstetter, assistant, and household member within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date. Correction required: Required Family Care Safety Registry checks shall be conducted for all child care staff member(s) within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE MONITORING. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  10. High riskStandard 59/10/2024

    5 CSR 25-400.105 — A family child care home may be licensed for up to ten (10) children. The following staff/child ratios must be maintained at all times and shall not be exceeded except as permitted under these rules: 1 caregiver present, with up to 4 ch

    Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by two children under age two and nine children over age two were cared for by 1 caregiver(s). Correction required: Staff/child ratios shall be maintained at all times. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE MONITORING. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

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25Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,719/month

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Typical prices in Missouri run about $1,142/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in Missouri by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: KANSAS CITY, CLAY County
  • Capacity: 10
  • Type: FAMILY HOME
  • Years in operation: 5

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