Best Daycare Centers in Springfield, MO
Compare 106 daycare centers in Springfield. Average rating: 4.12/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Springfield, Missouri at a glance
- Daycares
- 106
- Avg rating
- 4.12/5
- Parent reviews
- 1,333
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 26
Springfield has 106 licensed daycares with 1,333 parent reviews averaging 4.12/5.The largest concentration is in 65807 with 34 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Springfield
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.
- 1Lsp Claremont INC.4.8 score5(20)
2937 S Claremont, Springfield, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 82 children
LSP Claremont receives perfect 5-star ratings across all reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, engaging curriculum, and strong communication through the Playground App. Parents consistently report their children are happy, well-adjusted, and thriving both academically and socially. Multiple families have enrolled siblings or plan to continue enrollment long-term.
Warm and caring staffsmooth transitions for new studentsengaging activities and learning curriculumdaily photo updates via app - 2Lsp Cardinal INC.4.72 score4.9(20)
201 E Cardinal, Springfield, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 88 children
Parents consistently praise LSP Cardinal Inc. for its nurturing, clean, and educational environment where children feel loved and supported. Reviews highlight excellent staff communication through daily updates, creative activities, and the school's ability to foster learning and social-emotional growth. Parents appreciate the welcoming community atmosphere and the care shown by leadership and teaching staff.
Caring and professional staffexcellent daily communication via app and notificationsclean and safe facilitycreative and fun activities - 3Parents' Cooperative Pre-School, INC.4.64 score5(9)
3640 S Campbell Ave, Springfield, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children
Parents consistently praise Parents' Cooperative Pre-School for its warm, family-like community atmosphere and play-based learning approach. The center is highlighted for affordable pricing, small class sizes, experienced teachers, and strong parent involvement opportunities. Multiple families report significant developmental progress in their children and plan to continue enrollment.
Affordable tuitionexperienced long-term teacherssmall class sizesplay-based learning - 4After School Tuesday4.64 score4.8(20)
1222 W Sunset St, Springfield, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children
NOTE: These reviews appear to be for Sunset Church of Christ, not an after-school daycare program. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming congregation, community involvement, and quality of worship services and youth activities.
Friendly and welcoming staff and congregationquality youth programs and Bible classesreal-world applicable sermonscommunity service opportunities - 5A Touch Of Nature Quality Child Care INC.4.58 score5(7)
622 S Pickwick, Springfield, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children
A Touch of Nature Quality Child Care receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with particular praise for the caring and patient staff, especially at the Pickwick location. Parents highlight the clean facility, strong communication, engaging activities, and children's enthusiasm about attending. Multiple reviewers note their children's growth in social skills and lasting positive impressions of the center.
caring and patient staffexcellent communication with parentsclean facilityengaging activities - 6Springfield Dream Center4.56 score4.7(20)
829 W Atlantic St, Springfield, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 49 children
Note: Reviews appear to be for a community center, not a daycare facility. All 10 reviews (5/5 stars) praise Springfield Dream Center for its community services, compassionate leadership, and support programs including meals, education, and resources for families in need.
Welcoming and friendly staffexcellent leadership under Jody Dowfree services (mealstax preparation - 7Family Life Community Services4.48 score4.6(20)
1126 N Broadway Ave, Springfield, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 49 children
Family Life Community Services in Springfield is a highly-regarded community resource hub that offers multiple services beyond traditional daycare, including classes, a community refrigerator with fresh produce, a coffee shop, and educational events. Parents consistently praise the organization for its support of underserved populations, clean facilities, helpful staff, and positive community impact.
supportive community atmospherefree services and fresh produce availabilityeducational events and activities for childrenprofessional staff - 8Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation4.48 score4.6(20)
637 W Tampa St, Springfield, MO · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 40 children
Parents consistently praise Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation for exceptional staff kindness and support. The facility is recognized as a helpful resource for families in need, offering assistance beyond childcare including household items and clothing. Reviewers appreciate the warm, friendly atmosphere and knowledgeable staff.
Friendly and kind staffhelpful and knowledgeable employeeswarm atmosphereemergency support - 9Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation4.48 score4.6(20)
1042 S Douglas, Springfield, MO · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 49 children
Parents consistently praise Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation for its compassionate and helpful staff. The facility is recognized for providing support to families in need, including childcare, emergency assistance, and access to household items and clothing. Reviewers appreciate the friendly, welcoming atmosphere and the staff's genuine care for families.
Helpful and knowledgeable stafffriendly atmosphereemergency supportkind and warm demeanor - 10Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation4.48 score4.6(20)
246 N Farm Road 115, Springfield, MO · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 48 children
Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation is a Head Start program in Springfield that receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Reviewers praise the staff for being helpful, kind, and compassionate, particularly in supporting families during emergencies and difficult times. The center is noted for providing not just childcare but also assistance with household items and resources for families in need.
friendly and welcoming staffhelpful and knowledgeable employeesemergency supportcommunity assistance (clothing
Rating Distribution
Based on 78 daycares with Google ratings in Springfield
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 1,333 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Springfield, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Springfield zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65806 | 8 | 4.35 | 2 | |
| 65804 | 26 | 4.24 | 8 | |
| 65802 | 17 | 4.21 | 5 | |
| 65810 | 5 | 4.18 | 2 | |
| 65807 | 34 | 4 | 7 | |
| 65803 | 15 | 3.91 | 2 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Springfield (16–250 children)
Small
up to 30 children
16
Medium
31–75 children
49
Large
76–150 children
35
Very Large
150+ children
6
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Springfield based on parent reviews
Lsp Claremont INC.
2937 S Claremont, Springfield, MO
LSP Claremont receives perfect 5-star ratings across all reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, engaging curriculum, and strong communication through the Playground App. Parents consistently report their children are happy, well-adjusted, and thriving both academically and socially. Multiple families have enrolled siblings or plan to continue enrollment long-term.
Lsp Cardinal INC.
201 E Cardinal, Springfield, MO
Parents consistently praise LSP Cardinal Inc. for its nurturing, clean, and educational environment where children feel loved and supported. Reviews highlight excellent staff communication through daily updates, creative activities, and the school's ability to foster learning and social-emotional growth. Parents appreciate the welcoming community atmosphere and the care shown by leadership and teaching staff.
Parents' Cooperative Pre-School, INC.
3640 S Campbell Ave, Springfield, MO
Parents consistently praise Parents' Cooperative Pre-School for its warm, family-like community atmosphere and play-based learning approach. The center is highlighted for affordable pricing, small class sizes, experienced teachers, and strong parent involvement opportunities. Multiple families report significant developmental progress in their children and plan to continue enrollment.
After School Tuesday
1222 W Sunset St, Springfield, MO
NOTE: These reviews appear to be for Sunset Church of Christ, not an after-school daycare program. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming congregation, community involvement, and quality of worship services and youth activities.
A Touch Of Nature Quality Child Care INC.
622 S Pickwick, Springfield, MO
A Touch of Nature Quality Child Care receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with particular praise for the caring and patient staff, especially at the Pickwick location. Parents highlight the clean facility, strong communication, engaging activities, and children's enthusiasm about attending. Multiple reviewers note their children's growth in social skills and lasting positive impressions of the center.
Springfield Dream Center
829 W Atlantic St, Springfield, MO
Note: Reviews appear to be for a community center, not a daycare facility. All 10 reviews (5/5 stars) praise Springfield Dream Center for its community services, compassionate leadership, and support programs including meals, education, and resources for families in need.
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Daycare Centers in Springfield, Missouri
Springfield, Missouri offers 106 childcare facilities, ranging from church-based programs to community centers like the Ozarks Regional YMCA. Parents frequently highlight the welcoming community atmosphere and knowledgeable staff across these diverse options. The neighborhood around zip code 65806 stands out for its consistently high standards, with eight facilities averaging 4.35 stars.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Springfield have an average rating of 4.12 out of 5 across 78 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.74 stars. Our analysis covers 1,333 parent reviews. Parents in Springfield most frequently praise daycares for friendly and knowledgeable staff, clean facility, and welcoming community atmosphere.
When choosing a daycare in Springfield, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
All Daycare Centers in Springfield
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No reviews are available for the daycare program at James River Weekday Preschool. The reviews provided are for James River Church, not the preschool facility.
- Address
- 3225 N Farm Road 123, Springfield, MO
- Phone
- (417) 581-8616
Note: The reviews provided are for a YMCA gym facility, not a daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the facility's friendly and knowledgeable staff, clean environment, variety of equipment and classes, and welcoming community atmosphere. The YMCA offers scholarships for low-income members and has recently updated facilities.
- Address
- 2352 S Weaver, Springfield, MO
- Phone
- (417) 523-2580
The reviews appear to be for a YMCA gym facility rather than a daycare center. Reviewers praise the friendly and knowledgeable staff, clean facilities, variety of equipment and classes, and welcoming community atmosphere. The facility offers scholarships for low-income members and has recently upgraded to a modern building.
- Address
- 5005 S Farm Road 135, Springfield, MO
- Phone
- (417) 860-6975
Note: The reviews provided are for a YMCA gym facility, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the friendly and knowledgeable staff, clean facilities, variety of equipment and classes, welcoming community atmosphere, and financial assistance options. Members appreciate the less crowded environment and modern upgrades to the facility.
- Address
- 2934 E Bennett St, Springfield, MO
- Phone
- (417) 888-2565
The Nurturing Place receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and the loving environment for their children. However, some parents report concerns about classroom transitions without notice, inconsistent teacher quality, and inadequate patience with children displaying challenging behaviors.
- Address
- 3039 N National Ave, Springfield, MO
- Phone
- (417) 833-0121
Note: The reviews provided appear to be for the YMCA gym facility rather than the daycare program. Reviews consistently praise the friendly and knowledgeable staff, clean facilities, and welcoming community atmosphere. The facility offers diverse amenities and financial assistance options for members.
- Address
- 421 E Sunshine St, Springfield, MO
- Phone
- (417) 895-2110
Note: The reviews provided are for a YMCA gym facility, not a daycare center. The reviews consistently praise the facility's friendly and knowledgeable staff, clean environment, and variety of equipment and activities. Members appreciate the welcoming community atmosphere and financial assistance options available.
- Address
- 531 S Jefferson, Springfield, MO
- Phone
- (417) 866-5038
Reviews are not relevant to daycare services - they describe gym and fitness facility experiences at a YMCA location. No actual daycare parent reviews are available for this center.
- Address
- 1333 E Grand St, Springfield, MO
- Phone
- (417) 523-4976
Reviews praise the YMCA facility for its friendly and knowledgeable staff, clean environment, and welcoming community atmosphere. Members highlight the variety of equipment, classes, and amenities available, along with affordable scholarship options for low-income individuals. The newly renovated building offers modern facilities for fitness and recreational activities.
- Address
- 2148 N Douglas, Springfield, MO
- Phone
- (417) 895-2045
Note: The reviews provided are for a YMCA gym facility, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the friendly and knowledgeable staff, clean facilities, and welcoming community atmosphere. Members highlight good equipment variety, reasonable crowding levels, and financial assistance options available.
- Address
- 2101 W Farm Road 182, Springfield, MO
- Phone
- (417) 888-2545
Note: The reviews provided appear to be for a YMCA gym facility, not a daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the friendly and knowledgeable staff, clean facilities, and welcoming community atmosphere. Members highlight good equipment variety, reasonable crowding levels, and financial assistance options available.
- Address
- 1630 N Weller Ave, Springfield, MO
- Phone
- (417) 862-8962
The reviews provided are for a YMCA gym facility, not a daycare center. There is a significant mismatch between the facility type listed (CENTER BASED daycare) and the actual reviews, which discuss gym memberships, fitness equipment, and classes. No daycare-related feedback is present.
- Address
- 2120 S Ventura Ave, Springfield, MO
- Phone
- (417) 523-2590
Note: The reviews provided are for the Ozarks Regional YMCA gym facility, not the daycare center. Reviews praise the friendly staff, clean facilities, variety of equipment and classes, and welcoming community atmosphere. Some mention older equipment at certain locations, though a new modern building is also referenced.
- Address
- 1409 N Washington Ave, Springfield, MO
- Phone
- (417) 523-1500
These reviews do not pertain to daycare services. The reviews are for Ozarks Technical Community College, a vocational and transfer community college in Springfield, Missouri. Reviewers praise the college's academic programs, supportive staff, and affordable tuition.
- Address
- 936 N Hampton Ave, Springfield, MO
- Phone
- (417) 447-8130
Note: The reviews provided appear to be for a YMCA gym facility rather than the daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the facility as clean, welcoming, and well-equipped with friendly staff and a strong community atmosphere.
- Address
- 2927 S Kimbrough Ave, Springfield, MO
- Phone
- (417) 888-2500
NOTE: These reviews appear to be for Prime Inc., a trucking company terminal/rest stop, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the facility's amenities, cleanliness, food quality, and staff friendliness. All reviews are 5-star ratings with positive feedback about services and driver appreciation efforts.
- Address
- 2740 N Mayfair, Springfield, MO
- Phone
- (417) 521-3010
Note: The reviews provided are for a YMCA gym facility, not a daycare center. The reviews praise the facility's friendly staff, clean environment, modern equipment, and welcoming community atmosphere. Financial assistance through scholarships is also highlighted as a benefit.
- Address
- 3745 S Broadway Ave, Springfield, MO
- Phone
- (417) 888-2560
The reviews provided appear to be for a YMCA gym facility, not a daycare center. The reviews praise the gym's friendly staff, modern equipment, cleanliness, and welcoming community atmosphere.
- Address
- 4650 E State Highway Yy, Springfield, MO
- Phone
- (417) 523-7100
This appears to be a YMCA gym facility, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the friendly staff, clean facilities, equipment variety, and welcoming community atmosphere. Members appreciate the affordable scholarship options and modern updates to the building.
- Address
- 2526 S Hillsboro, Springfield, MO
- Phone
- (417) 888-2585
Note: The reviews provided appear to be for James River Church rather than their preschool program. Reviews praise the welcoming community, biblical teaching, and worship services. Parents mention positive experiences with children's classes and staff care.
- Address
- 3953 W Farm Road 168, Springfield, MO
- Phone
- (417) 581-5433
Parents consistently praise AL Kids Daycare & Preschool for its caring, attentive staff who genuinely love the children and communicate regularly with families. The facility offers a strong academic curriculum combined with Christian education, small class sizes, and age-appropriate activities that support children's development from infancy through pre-K.
- Address
- 3531 S Scenic Ave, Springfield, MO
- Phone
- (417) 881-1532
Parents report that their children are happy, engaged, and eager to attend, with one noting their daughter's progress in learning and growth over four months. Another reviewer highlights a two-year tenure with high satisfaction regarding the staff and the positive experience for their son.
- Address
- 2425 N Pine, Springfield, MO
- Phone
- (417) 873-9777
One parent highlights the organization's focus on access and inclusion for individuals with disabilities, while another simply states their children love the program. A third reviewer describes the facility as a really awesome preschool.
- Address
- 1545 E Pythian, Springfield, MO
- Phone
- (417) 829-0800
Long-term parents report high satisfaction, describing the staff as smart, fun, and reasonable, with children expressing strong affection for the caregivers. However, one recent review highlights a serious operational failure involving a child being dropped off with no staff present to receive them, citing this as evidence of unprofessionalism.
- Address
- 500 South St, Springfield, MO
- Phone
- (417) 866-0980
Parents consistently praise Kids Connection for its caring, knowledgeable staff and strong developmental outcomes for children. Multiple reviewers highlight significant academic progress, personalized attention, and a safe, secure facility. Families appreciate the faith-based curriculum, daily communication, and reasonable pricing.
- Address
- 3245 S Kansas Ave, Springfield, MO
- Phone
- (417) 882-5992
Life Skills Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from long-term families who praise the owner, staff care, and educational development. However, two recent 1-star reviews raise serious safety and conduct concerns that contradict the positive feedback.
- Address
- 452 S Grant, Springfield, MO
- Phone
- (417) 863-0898
Park Crest Day Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring staff, safe facilities, Christian-based curriculum, and strong director leadership under Mrs. Rhonda. Children reportedly enjoy attending and parents feel confident in the center's care and responsiveness.
- Address
- 2220 W Chesterfield Blvd, Springfield, MO
- Phone
- (417) 447-9002
Alpha Tots Learning Centers in Springfield receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 recent reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting the caring staff, smooth enrollment processes, and strong communication through their app. Parents report feeling confident leaving their children in the center's care and note the staff treats children like family members.
- Address
- 1601 W Sunshine, Ste Q, Springfield, MO
- Phone
- (417) 866-0707
Parents consistently praise Rise and Shine Learning Center for its caring, professional staff and nurturing atmosphere. Multiple reviewers highlight the quality of care, cleanliness, educational preparation for elementary school, and the genuine love staff show for children. Parents report feeling safe and comfortable with the facility despite noting it is not the fanciest building.
- Address
- 420 W Broadmoor St, Springfield, MO
- Phone
- (417) 881-5434
Almost Angels Child Care LLC receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, owner involvement, and educational environment. Parents report their children are happy, excited to attend daily, and developing well academically and socially. The facility maintains strong health and safety protocols.
- Address
- 1895 N Kansas Ave, Springfield, MO
- Phone
- (417) 865-2222
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Frequently asked questions
- 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
- Child Daycare & Preschools — 82 facilities
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