SMITH, VANESSA GALE

KANSAS CITY, MOFAMILY HOMELicensed

3.8based on state inspection data
Capacity10
Hours6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Est. price$1,719/mo

Contact information

Address4121 MONROE AVE, KANSAS CITY, MO, 64130-1519

CityKANSAS CITY, MO 64130-1519

CountyJACKSON

Phone(816) 214-1883

Operating details

Hours6:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Capacity10

License dateAugust 28, 2021

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 1/12/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High2
  • Medium-High15
  • Medium8
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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4121 MONROE AVE, KANSAS CITY, MO, 64130-1519, KANSAS CITY, MO 64130-1519

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  1. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  2. This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away
  3. For a home-based program, ask which areas of the home children use and who else is present during care hours
  4. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 1/12/2026

  • High2
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 51/12/2026

    5 CSR 25-400.105 — The provider shall have documentation on file at the home of current certification in age-appropriate first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training. The training shall be certified by a nationally-recognized organization, s

    The requirements for first aid and CPR certification were not met as evidenced by there was no documentation on file showing completion of age-appropriate CPR certification. Correction required: Required age-appropriate certification in first aid/CPR shall be on file, with at least one caregiver with certification on site. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE MONITORING. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 51/12/2026

    5 CSR 25-400.105 — The provider shall have documentation on file at the home of current certification in age-appropriate first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training. The training shall be certified by a nationally-recognized organization, s

    The requirements for first aid and CPR certification were not met as evidenced by there was no documentation on file showing completion of age-appropriate first aid certification. Correction required: Required age-appropriate certification in first aid/CPR shall be on file, with at least one caregiver with certification on site. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE MONITORING. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 51/12/2026

    5 CSR 25-400.085 — An outdoor play area shall be available on or adjoining the day care property. The play area shall be located so it is convenient and the children can gain access to it without hazard. It shall be fenced when necessary for the protectio

    The facility did not have a fenced outdoor play area that was on or adjoining the day care property and was accessible without hazard as evidenced by the fence had openings large enough for a child to crawl or fall through - the opening measured approximately 12 inches by 12 inches. Correction required: The outdoor play area shall be accessible without hazard and provide a safe fence around the outdoor play area as required. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE MONITORING. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium riskStandard 55/12/2025

    5 CSR 25-400.105 — The provider shall obtain at least twelve (12) clock hours of child care-related training during each calendar year. Any assistant who works or volunteers more than five (5) hours per week shall meet the same training requirements. Cloc

    The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2024, the staff listed need the following information: Vanessa Smith (1). Correction required: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium riskStandard 54/21/2025

    5 CSR 25-400.105 — The provider shall obtain at least twelve (12) clock hours of child care-related training during each calendar year. Any assistant who works or volunteers more than five (5) hours per week shall meet the same training requirements. Cloc

    The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2024, the staff listed need the following information: Vanessa Smith (1). Correction required: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver. Inspection type: SUPPLEMENTAL. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  3. High riskStandard 54/21/2025

    5 CSR 25-600.020 — Criminal background checks shall be completed for each child care staff member every five (5) years.

    Criminal background check results were older than five (5) years for Vanessa Smith, Brandy King and LeRoy Smith. Correction required: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file. Inspection type: SUPPLEMENTAL. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  4. Medium riskStandard 51/16/2025

    5 CSR 25-400.105 — The provider shall obtain at least twelve (12) clock hours of child care-related training during each calendar year. Any assistant who works or volunteers more than five (5) hours per week shall meet the same training requirements. Cloc

    The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2024, the staff listed need the following information: Vanessa Smith (1). Correction required: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE MONITORING. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  5. High riskStandard 51/16/2025

    5 CSR 25-600.020 — Criminal background checks shall be completed for each child care staff member every five (5) years.

    Criminal background check results were older than five (5) years for Vanessa Smith, Brandy King and LeRoy Smith. Correction required: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE MONITORING. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

25Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,719/month

This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.

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, JACKSON County
  • Capacity: 10
  • Type: FAMILY HOME
  • Years in operation: 5

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