VOYLES, PATRICIA

POPLAR BLUFF, MOFAMILY HOMELicensed

3.1based on state inspection data
Capacity10
Hours6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Est. price$982/mo

Contact information

Address726 NICKEY ST, POPLAR BLUFF, MO, 63901-6545

CityPOPLAR BLUFF, MO 63901-6545

CountyBUTLER

Phone(573) 344-5959

Operating details

Hours6:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Capacity10

License dateSeptember 21, 2022

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 2/26/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High11
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium9
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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726 NICKEY ST, POPLAR BLUFF, MO, 63901-6545, POPLAR BLUFF, MO 63901-6545

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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: 2/26/2026

  • High11
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium7
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium riskStandard 52/26/2026

    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, blue baby swing, in the back of the playground was not in good condition as evidenced by the side on the swing were torn. 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-High riskStandard 52/26/2026

    5 CSR 25-400.085 — The play area shall be safe for children's activities, well-maintained, free of hazards such as poisonous plants, broken glass, rocks or other debris and shall have good drainage.

    The facility's outdoor space was not safe/well-maintained for children's activities as evidenced by there is a small hole by the concrete pad causing a tripping hazard. Correction required: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 52/17/2026

    5 CSR 25-400.085 — The play area shall be safe for children's activities, well-maintained, free of hazards such as poisonous plants, broken glass, rocks or other debris and shall have good drainage.

    The facility's outdoor space was not safe/well-maintained for children's activities as evidenced by there is a small hole by the concrete pad causing a tripping hazard. Correction required: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE MONITORING. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  4. Medium riskStandard 52/17/2026

    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, blue baby swing, in the back of the playground was not in good condition as evidenced by the side on the swing were torn. Correction required: Outdoor equipment shall have no exposed hazards. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE MONITORING. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium riskStandard 59/18/2025

    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 there were 11 children in attendance and the licensed capacity is 10. 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
  2. High riskStandard 59/18/2025

    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 2 children under age two and 9 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
  3. Medium riskStandard 59/8/2025

    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 there were 11 children in attendance and the licensed capacity is 10. 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
  4. High riskStandard 59/8/2025

    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 2 children under age two and 9 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
  5. High riskStandard 53/12/2025

    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 2 children under age two and 9 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
  6. Medium riskStandard 53/3/2025

    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, purple tricycle, in the playground was not in good condition as evidenced by the seat was cracked. Correction required: Outdoor equipment shall have no exposed hazards. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE MONITORING. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  7. High riskStandard 53/3/2025

    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 2 children under age two and 9 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

2024

  1. High riskStandard 511/4/2024

    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 Patricia Voyles and Kevin Voyles. 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
  2. Medium riskStandard 59/27/2024

    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, caterpillar tunnel, in the right corner of the playground was not in good condition as evidenced by there is a broken piece on the end of the tunnel. Correction required: Outdoor equipment shall have no exposed hazards. Inspection type: REINSPECTION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  3. High riskStandard 59/27/2024

    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 Patricia Voyles and Kevin Voyles. Correction required: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file. Inspection type: REINSPECTION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  4. High riskStandard 59/27/2024

    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 2 children under age two and 11 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
  5. High riskStandard 59/27/2024

    5 CSR 25-400.105 — The child care provider shall conduct a Family Care Safety Registry screening prior to employment for any newly hired child care staff member who has a qualifying criminal background check result.

    The provider did not conduct a Family Care Safety Registry screening for Jaylynn Mounce, who was hired on 9/19/2024. Correction required: Required results of the Family Care Safety Registry screening shall be on file. Inspection type: REINSPECTION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  6. Medium riskStandard 59/19/2024

    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, caterpillar tunnel, in the right corner of the playground was not in good condition as evidenced by there is a broken piece on the end of the tunnel. Correction required: Outdoor equipment shall have no exposed hazards. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE MONITORING. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  7. High riskStandard 59/19/2024

    5 CSR 25-400.105 — The child care provider shall conduct a Family Care Safety Registry screening prior to employment for any newly hired child care staff member who has a qualifying criminal background check result.

    The provider did not conduct a Family Care Safety Registry screening for Jaylynn Mounce, who was hired on 9/19/2024. Correction required: Required results of the Family Care Safety Registry screening shall be on file. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE MONITORING. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  8. 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 2 children under age two and 11 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
  9. High riskStandard 59/19/2024

    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 Patricia Voyles and Kevin Voyles. 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.

24Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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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: POPLAR BLUFF, BUTLER County
  • Capacity: 10
  • Type: FAMILY HOME
  • Years in operation: 4

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