Christ Lutheran Pre-K
Data last updated · May 2026
Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.3 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.Not Available
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.3 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 3 out of 5 stars overall. Structural quality reflects Missouri's licensing baseline. Missouri caps infant ratios at 1:4, toddler ratios at 1:4, and preschool ratios at 1:10. Lead-teacher education isn't regulated. Teachers must complete 12 hours of annual training. No objective process measures (e.g., state quality rating or national accreditation) are available for this daycare. The overall rating reflects structural features only.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- License Exempt
- Age groups served
- Not Available
- Licensed capacity
- 99
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:4 8 Toddlers 1:4 8 Preschool 1:10 Not Regulated
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- Not Regulated
Inspection History
Across 1 inspection since 2025, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (3), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1), and Children's Records & Files (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Aug 1, 20255 Findings5 Important
- Staffing Requirements5 CSR 25-300.040
A caregiver has not reviewed the rules of this chapter as evidenced by Aila Oswalt did not have a signed statement in her file.
- Health Requirements5 CSR 25-300.050
Medical examination reports, including TB testing, were not on file for Echo Orndorff as evidenced by a cleared TB report was not on file for caregivers within 30 days of working in the facility.
- Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment 1 (F)5 CSR 25-300.090
The walls located in Room 4 was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.
- Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment 4 (C)5 CSR 25-300.090
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by the presence of exposed tree root by fence causing a tripping hazard.
- Physical Plant, Space, Supplies and Equipment 4 (C)5 CSR 25-300.090
The facility's outdoor space was not safe for children's activities as evidenced by the presence of playground is under construction. There were pieces of concrete and a uninstalled wooden pole on the playground.