SHIPLEY, KELLY J
BUTLER, MO·FAMILY HOMELicensed
Contact information
Address619 W HARRISON ST, BUTLER, MO, 64730-1303
CountyBATES
Phone(816) 863-6326
Operating details
Hours6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Capacity10
License dateAugust 28, 2021
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 2/11/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High3
- Medium-High8
- Medium14
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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619 W HARRISON ST, BUTLER, MO, 64730-1303, BUTLER, MO 64730-1303
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/11/2026
- High1
- Medium-High7
- Medium12
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 52/11/2026
5 CSR 25-400.085 — The fall-zone area under and around outdoor equipment where children might fall and be injured shall be covered with impact absorbing materials which effectively cushions the fall of a child. This material may include sand, pea gravel,
The fall-zone area under and around outdoor equipment where children might fall and be injured was not covered with impact-absorbing materials to cushion a fall as evidenced by no resilient material was present. Correction required: The facility shall maintain approved resilient material in all fall-zone areas. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 52/11/2026
5 CSR 25-400.085 — Areas under and around outdoor equipment shall have continuous maintenance to ensure that the material remains in place and retains its cushioning properties. The resilient material shall be supplemented immediately or replaced as neede
The fall-zone area under and around outdoor equipment where children might fall and be injured was not covered with impact-absorbing materials to cushion a fall as evidenced by resilient material was not uniformly spread over the fall-zone area. Correction required: The facility shall maintain approved resilient material in all fall-zone areas. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 52/11/2026
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, Plastic climber , in playground was not in good condition as evidenced by hole in the plastic where the slide used to be. Correction required: Outdoor equipment shall have no exposed hazards. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 52/6/2026
5 CSR 25-400.085 — The fall-zone area under and around outdoor equipment where children might fall and be injured shall be covered with impact absorbing materials which effectively cushions the fall of a child. This material may include sand, pea gravel,
The fall-zone area under and around outdoor equipment where children might fall and be injured was not covered with impact-absorbing materials to cushion a fall as evidenced by no resilient material was present. Correction required: The facility shall maintain approved resilient material in all fall-zone areas. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE MONITORING. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 52/6/2026
5 CSR 25-400.085 — Areas under and around outdoor equipment shall have continuous maintenance to ensure that the material remains in place and retains its cushioning properties. The resilient material shall be supplemented immediately or replaced as neede
The fall-zone area under and around outdoor equipment where children might fall and be injured was not covered with impact-absorbing materials to cushion a fall as evidenced by resilient material was not uniformly spread over the fall-zone area. Correction required: The facility shall maintain approved resilient material in all fall-zone areas. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE MONITORING. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 52/6/2026
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, Plastic climber , in playground was not in good condition as evidenced by hole in the plastic where the slide used to be. 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
- Medium-High riskStandard 59/16/2025
5 CSR 25-400.085 — Open windows and doors shall be screened securely. Barriers to prevent children from falling against windows or falling from windows shall be provided when windows are less than twenty-four inches (24") from the floor and not constructe
Window and door requirements were not met as evidenced by there was no screen on an open door. Correction required: Open windows and doors shall be screened securely. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE MONITORING. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 53/25/2025
5 CSR 25-400.095 — Play equipment and materials shall be clean, in good condition with all parts intact and accessible to children.
The requirements for equipment to be clean, in good condition and accessible were not met as evidenced by Exersaucer and car track dirty and needs to be cleaned. Correction required: Indoor play equipment, clean and in good repair, shall be accessible to children. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 53/25/2025
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: Kelly Shipley needs 2 more hours and Hali Heckadon needs 2.5 more hours. 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 - Medium riskStandard 52/7/2025
5 CSR 25-400.086 — Protective covers or inserts for electrical receptacles shall be installed in all areas occupied by children.
The requirements for protective outlet covers were not met as evidenced by no outlet cover in front room. Correction required: The facility shall use protective outlet covers as required. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE MONITORING. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 52/7/2025
5 CSR 25-400.095 — Play equipment and materials shall be clean, in good condition with all parts intact and accessible to children.
The requirements for equipment to be clean, in good condition and accessible were not met as evidenced by Exersaucer and car track dirty and needs to be cleaned. Correction required: Indoor play equipment, clean and in good repair, shall be accessible to children. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE MONITORING. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 52/7/2025
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: Kelly Shipley needs 2 more hours and Hali Heckadon needs 2.5 more hours. 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 - Medium riskStandard 51/22/2025
5 CSR 25-400.095 — Furniture and equipment shall be arranged to provide a clear passage to all exits.
The passage to an exit located in the playroom was not clear as evidenced by bags in front of the door. Correction required: Caregivers shall keep passageways to all exits clear. Inspection type: CLOSE SUPERVISION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).
Not corrected
2024
- Medium riskStandard 510/31/2024
5 CSR 25-400.085 — Bathrooms shall be clean and odor free.
The bathroom was not clean and odor free as evidenced by dirt on the door frame and the trash can. Correction required: Bathrooms shall be clean and odor free. Inspection type: CLOSE SUPERVISION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 510/31/2024
5 CSR 25-400.095 — The crib mattress or playpen pad shall be sized correctly to the crib or playpen, in good condition, waterproof and kept clean and dry, be firm and maintain its shape even when the fitted sheet designated for that model is used, such th
Requirements for the crib mattress/playpen pad/bedding were not met as evidenced by a non-fitted sheet was used. Correction required: Sleeping equipment shall meet safety and sanitation requirements. Inspection type: CLOSE SUPERVISION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 59/20/2024
5 CSR 25-400.085 — Bathrooms shall be clean and odor free.
The bathroom was not clean and odor free as evidenced by dirt on the door frame and the trash can. Correction required: Bathrooms shall be clean and odor free. Inspection type: CLOSE SUPERVISION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 59/20/2024
5 CSR 25-400.095 — The crib mattress or playpen pad shall be sized correctly to the crib or playpen, in good condition, waterproof and kept clean and dry, be firm and maintain its shape even when the fitted sheet designated for that model is used, such th
Requirements for the crib mattress/playpen pad/bedding were not met as evidenced by a non-fitted sheet was used. Correction required: Sleeping equipment shall meet safety and sanitation requirements. Inspection type: CLOSE SUPERVISION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 59/13/2024
5 CSR 25-400.085 — The home shall be clean at all times and free of dirt, insects, spiders, rodents or other pests.
There was evidence of dirt/debris in window sill in the front room. Correction required: The facility shall be clean and pest free. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 59/13/2024
5 CSR 25-400.086 — Smoke detectors shall be in good operating condition with a functional battery installed. If the smoke detector is not operational, the provider shall install a smoke detector that is powered by the home's electrical system with a nine
The smoke detector in the baby room is beeping. Correction required: Smoke detectors shall be installed and in good operating condition. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 59/13/2024
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, 2 tricycles, in the outdoor play area was not free of pointed parts as evidenced by the seat was broken leaving pointed edges. Correction required: Outdoor equipment shall have no exposed hazards. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).
Not corrected
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
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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: BUTLER, BATES County
- Capacity: 10
- Type: FAMILY HOME
- Years in operation: 5
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