ITSY BITSY HEARTS LLC

ST LOUIS, MOFAMILY HOMELicensed

2.7based on state inspection data
Capacity8
Hours6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Est. price$1,581/mo

Contact information

Address5141 COLOGNE AVE, ST LOUIS, MO, 63116-1316

CityST LOUIS, MO 63116-1316

CountyST LOUIS CITY

Phone(314) 502-9998

Operating details

Hours6:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Capacity8

License dateJanuary 12, 2026

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/7/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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Location

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5141 COLOGNE AVE, ST LOUIS, MO, 63116-1316, ST LOUIS, MO 63116-1316

Questions to ask on a tour

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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: 4/7/2026

  • High0
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium riskStandard 54/7/2026

    5 CSR 25-400.045 — A sketch or diagram of the home showing the arrangement of the rooms, including the location of toilet and handwashing facilities, the kitchen and the doors. The licensing representative and the applicant shall measure the home jointly;

    The diagram of the child care home's indoor space did not contain the required information as evidenced by the diagram originally submitted needed to be updated as the room used for childcare was rearranged. Correction required: The provider shall submit a diagram of the child care home's indoor space. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-Low riskStandard 54/7/2026

    5 CSR 25-400.045 — Upon receipt of a completed Application for License to Operate a Child Care Facility form, a licensing inspection shall be made. See Application for License to Operate a Child Care Facility form, revised 2021, incorporated by reference

    The application was not completed as evidenced by provider will need to submit a new one with updated information. Correction required: A completed application must be submitted to contine the licensing process. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 54/7/2026

    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 concrete staircase that leads to the basement door, and there is no gate present to present children from potentially falling. 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
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 54/7/2026

    5 CSR 25-400.090 — A list of emergency numbers, including 911, if available, the fire department, police department, ambulance service, poison control center, and local radio station.

    The facility's list of emergency numbers are not posted in each room used for child care, specifically the living room, which will be the only room used for childcare. Correction required: Facility must post information as required. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  5. Medium riskStandard 54/7/2026

    5 CSR 25-400.090 — A diagram of evacuation routes from the room.

    The facility's evacuation route diagram was not posted in each room used for child care. Correction required: Facility must post information as required. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  6. Medium riskStandard 54/7/2026

    5 CSR 25-400.090 — Any special instructions for infants and non-ambulatory children.

    The facility's special instructions for infants and non-ambulatory children were not posted in each room used for child care. Correction required: Facility must post information as required. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  7. Medium-High riskStandard 54/7/2026

    5 CSR 25-400.105 — The names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all assistants shall be posted with other emergency numbers in the home.

    The following information for the assistant(s) was not posted as required: the name, address and telephone number of the assistant(s) was not posted with emergency numbers. Correction required: Assistant information shall be posted. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  8. Medium riskStandard 54/7/2026

    5 CSR 25-400.105 — The provider, assistant(s), and volunteers in a family child care home shall complete the safe sleep training described in subsection (5)(A) of this rule prior to licensure.

    The assistant(s), July Abdeen, did not complete safe sleep training prior to licensure. Correction required: Prior to receiving a license, the provider and assistant(s) must complete department-approved safe sleep training. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  9. Medium riskStandard 54/7/2026

    5 CSR 25-400.175 — Wet or soiled diapers shall be placed in an airtight disposal container. If cloth diapers are provided by the parent(s), individual airtight plastic bags shall be used to store each soiled diaper for return each day to the parent(s).

    The disposal of wet or soiled diapers did not meet requirements as evidenced by a wet or soiled diaper was not placed in an airtight disposal container. Correction required: Caregivers shall dispose of wet or soiled diapers as required. Inspection type: COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION. Source: Missouri Child Care Search (DESE Office of Childhood).

    Not corrected
  10. Medium-High riskStandard 54/7/2026

    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 concrete staircase than leads to the basement door, and the gate to block off the area has fallen down. Correction required: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required. Inspection type: POST LICENSING. 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.

10Total Violations
10Recent Violations
(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.

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,581/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 CITY County
  • Capacity: 8
  • Type: FAMILY HOME
  • Years in operation: 1

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