GARDINER, CATHERINE
ST LOUIS, MO·FAMILY HOMELicensed
Contact information
Address11639 TESCORD DR, ST LOUIS, MO, 63128
CountyST LOUIS
Phone(314) 842-4591
Operating details
Hours6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Capacity10
License dateAugust 28, 2021
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/11/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High4
- Medium-High11
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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11639 TESCORD DR, ST LOUIS, MO, 63128, ST LOUIS, MO 63128
Questions to ask on a tour
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- This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away
- 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: 5/11/2026
- High4
- Medium-High11
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 55/11/2026
5 CSR 25-400.055 — Evidence of compliance with local, state, or both, sanitation requirements.
The annual sanitation inspection was not approved. Correction required: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual sanitation requirements. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 54/30/2026
5 CSR 25-400.055 — Evidence of compliance with local, state, or both, sanitation requirements.
The annual sanitation inspection was not approved. Correction required: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual sanitation requirements. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE MONITORING. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 510/28/2025
5 CSR 25-400.055 — Evidence of compliance with local, state, or both, sanitation requirements.
The annual sanitation inspection was not approved. Correction required: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual sanitation requirements. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE MONITORING. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 57/2/2025
5 CSR 25-400.055 — Evidence of compliance with local, state, or both, sanitation requirements.
The annual sanitation inspection was not approved. Correction required: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual sanitation requirements. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 57/2/2025
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 Catherine Gardiner, Nickole Frank, and Maggie Gardiner 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 VERIFICATION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 57/2/2025
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 Catherine Gardiner, Nickole Frank, and Maggie Gardiner. Correction required: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 55/13/2025
5 CSR 25-400.055 — Evidence of compliance with local, state, or both, sanitation requirements.
The annual sanitation inspection was not approved. Correction required: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual sanitation requirements. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE MONITORING. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 55/13/2025
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 Catherine Gardiner, Nickole Frank, and Maggie Gardiner 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 - High riskStandard 55/13/2025
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 Catherine Gardiner, Nickole Frank, and Maggie Gardiner. 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 - Medium-High riskStandard 52/10/2025
5 CSR 25-400.055 — Evidence of compliance with local, state, or both, sanitation requirements.
The annual sanitation inspection was not approved. Correction required: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual sanitation requirements. Inspection type: SUPPLEMENTAL. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 52/10/2025
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 Catherine Gardiner, Nickole Frank, and Maggie Gardiner 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: SUPPLEMENTAL. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 52/10/2025
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 Catherine Gardiner, Nickole Frank, and Maggie Gardiner. 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
2024
- Medium-High riskStandard 510/30/2024
5 CSR 25-400.055 — Evidence of compliance with local, state, or both, sanitation requirements.
The annual sanitation inspection was not approved. Correction required: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual sanitation requirements. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE MONITORING. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 510/30/2024
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 Catherine Gardiner, Nickole Frank, and Maggie Gardiner 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 - High riskStandard 510/30/2024
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 Catherine Gardiner, Nickole Frank, and Maggie Gardiner. 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
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
- Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.
Estimated monthly cost
$982/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: ST LOUIS, ST LOUIS County
- Capacity: 10
- Type: FAMILY HOME
- Years in operation: 5
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