How do I choose the right daycare in Festus?

When choosing a daycare in Festus, consider visiting facilities in person and checking: Licensing status with Missouri's regulatory agency Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Missouri) Safety measures and cleanliness Daily routines and educational curriculum Parent reviews and ratings Location and hours that fit your schedule

What types of daycare are available in Festus?

Festus offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities Church Daycare — 1 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 2 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Daycare Centers in Festus, Missouri (7 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Missouri?

Daycare costs in Missouri typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Festus for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Festus

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

Children Of Destiny Child Care

4.72 score

4.9(20)

11533 Gamel Cemetery Rd, Festus, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 143 children

The reviews provided are not for the daycare center but for Radiant Life Church. No actual parent reviews about Children of Destiny Child Care's services, staff, facilities, or child care quality are present in the submitted data.

None mentioned for the daycare

Ymca-Jefferson County Branch-Festus Elementary

4.24 score

4.3(20)

1500 Midmeadow Ln, Festus, MO · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 48 children

Parents consistently praise the YMCA Jefferson County Branch for its diverse programs, qualified and compassionate staff, and family-friendly environment. Members highlight the quality of childcare, swim lessons, fitness classes, and summer camps, with many reporting long-term loyalty to the facility. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, welcoming atmosphere, and accommodating instructors.

Diverse activity offeringsknowledgeable and caring staffqualified instructorsswim lessons and programs

Bright Beginning Learning Center

3.81 score

3.7(9)

1549 W Main St, Festus, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 124 children

Bright Beginning Learning Center receives mixed reviews with strong polarization. Positive reviewers praise the caring staff, learning environment, and family-like atmosphere, while negative reviewers report behavioral management issues, enrollment disputes, and concerns about owner transparency and professionalism.

Caring and patient staffstrong pre-academic preparationhelps children with separation anxietyfamily-like environment

Daycare Centers in Festus, Missouri

There are 7 daycare centers in Festus, Missouri. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Festus, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 7 all daycares in Festus, Missouri. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Festus, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:

Licensing status with Missouri's regulatory agency
Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Missouri)
Safety measures and cleanliness
Daily routines and educational curriculum
Parent reviews and ratings
Location and hours that fit your schedule

Festus offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
Church Daycare — 1 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 2 facilities

Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Daycare costs in Missouri typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Festus for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Festus must be licensed by Missouri's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.

7 Daycare Centers in Festus, Missouri

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Festus

Top Rated

Children Of Destiny Child Care

Ymca-Jefferson County Branch-Festus Elementary

Wee Care Learning Center INC

Immanuel Lutheran Christian Childcare And Preschool

Sacred Heart'S Ursuline Learning Center

Bright Beginning Learning Center

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Daycare types in Festus