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:::excerpt Child care regulations vary by state, territory, program type, and location. This guide explains how parents and providers can find official licensing rules, inspection reports, complaint contacts, background-check requirements, local zoning and pe…
:::excerpt Families in the United States may be able to lower child care costs through state subsidies, Head Start, public prekindergarten, military fee assistance, employer benefits, tax credits, scholarships, and local programs. This guide explains how the …
:::excerpt A quality childcare center is more than a clean building or a friendly tour. Learn what to observe in caregiver interactions, supervision, staffing, safety, routines, communication, and licensing records—and which warning signs deserve closer inv…
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Missouri Child Care Licensing Agency
Missouri Department of Health and Senior ServicesSection for Child Care Regulation
3418 Knipp Drive, Suite F
P.O. Box 570
Jefferson City, MO 65102
Phone: 573-751-2450
Web Site: http://www.dhss.mo.gov/safety/childcare/index .php
Note: Physical address: 3418 Knipp Drive, Suite F Jefferson City, MO 65109
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