196 Daycare Centers in Kansas City, Missouri

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Kansas City

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.

1. 1

   Red Bridge United Methodist Early Childhood Center

   4.8 score

   5(20)

   636 E 117th St, Kansas City, MO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 104 children

   Red Bridge United Methodist Early Childhood Center receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the nurturing, play-based learning environment and strong communication. Parents consistently highlight the caring staff, dedicated teachers with high tenure, and Director Miss Leslie's warm, hands-on leadership. Children reportedly thrive academically, socially, and emotionally, with parents noting their children are well-prepared for elementary school.

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2. 2

   The Kiddie Depot Daycare LLC

   4.72 score

   4.9(20)

   3501 Woodland Ave, Kansas City, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children

   The Kiddie Depot Daycare LLC (Margaret's Place) receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the warm, family-oriented environment and genuine care provided by staff. Parents consistently highlight the founder Patricia McCreary's passion and leadership, along with the quality activities, nutritious meals, and engaging programs that help participants thrive.

   Loving and compassionate staffwarm welcoming atmospherehealthy attitudes toward lifenutritious meals
3. 3

   Little Blessings Day Care

   4.62 score

   5(8)

   8622 Blue Ridge Blvd, Kansas City, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 49 children

   Little Blessings Preschool receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the strong academic curriculum, engaging hands-on activities, and exceptional care provided by teacher Lisa McKinzie. Parents consistently highlight the clean, organized, safe classroom environment and note their children's significant academic and social growth.

   Caring and compassionate teacherstrong academic curriculumhands-on and interactive activitiesclean and organized classroom
4. 4

   Pine Ridge Presbyterian Church

   4.56 score

   4.7(20)

   7600 Nw Barry Rd, Kansas City, MO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 80 children

   Pine Ridge Presbyterian Church's preschool program receives consistently positive reviews from parents who praise the welcoming atmosphere, caring teachers, and quality early childhood education. Parents highlight the community-oriented environment and note that the facility is part of a larger church with strong family support systems. One parent expressed a wish for full-week enrollment options beyond the current 2-3 day offerings.

   Kind and caring teacherswelcoming community atmospherequality learning environmentgood for preparing children for classroom settings
5. 5

   Canterbury Academy At Briarcliff

   4.56 score

   4.7(20)

   1701 Nw Platte Rd, Kansas City, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 124 children

   Canterbury Academy at Briarcliff receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and nurturing staff, clean facilities, strong parent-teacher communication, engaging curriculum, and supportive environment that helps children adjust and thrive.

   Warm and caring staffclean facilitiesexcellent parent-teacher communication via appengaging curriculum with art and sensory projects
6. 6

   Stephen'S House

   4.56 score

   4.7(20)

   5755 N Northwood Rd, Kansas City, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 116 children

   Stephen's House is a highly-rated family-owned daycare center in Kansas City where all 10 reviews gave 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the caring, stable staff, intentional curriculum, strong communication, and nurturing environment that makes children excited to attend.

   Experienced and long-tenured staff with consistencywarm and nurturing environmentthoughtful age-appropriate curriculumstrong parent communication via Brightwheel app
7. 7

   Tomlin Academy LLC

   4.56 score

   4.7(20)

   9700 Holmes Rd, Kansas City, MO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 95 children

   Tomlin Academy receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the dedicated leadership of Ms. Tomlin, attentive staff, and engaging educational activities. Parents highlight a welcoming community atmosphere where children feel safe, supported, and genuinely excited about attending.

   Attentive and patient teachersactive learning environmentstrong leadershipwelcoming facility with seasonal celebrations
8. 8

   Second Presbyterian Eclc

   4.55 score

   4.8(11)

   318 E 55th St, Kansas City, MO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 48 children

   Note: The reviews provided appear to be for Second Presbyterian Church rather than its ECLC (Early Learning and Care Center) program. Reviews praise the church community as welcoming, inclusive, and spiritually enriching with thoughtful leadership and relevant messaging.

   Welcoming and inclusive atmospherestrong leadershipthoughtful sermonsmix of traditional and modern elements
9. 9

   Little Lambs - Platte Co

   4.5 score

   5(5)

   8017 Nw Hampton Rd, Kansas City, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 22 children

   Little Lambs receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents across multiple locations. Parents consistently praise the caring and passionate staff, structured curriculum, and safe learning environment. The center's before and after care options are appreciated by working parents.

   caring and passionate staffwelcoming environmentchildren feel loved and safestrong curriculum and structure
10. 10

    Little Lambs Preschool & Pdo

    4.5 score

    5(5)

    9555 N Oak Trfy, Kansas City, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 184 children

    Little Lambs Preschool & PDO receives consistently positive feedback from parents across its multiple Kansas City campuses. Parents praise the caring and welcoming staff, structured curriculum, and safe learning environment. The facility's before and after care options are also noted as beneficial for working parents.

    caring and passionate staffwelcoming environmentchildren feel loved and safestrong curriculum and structure

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