
Compare 392 daycare centers in St Louis. Average rating: 4.25/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
St Louis has 392 licensed daycares with 2,531 parent reviews averaging 4.25/5.131 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 50% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 63141 (avg 4.85 stars), while 63110 has the largest selection (14 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
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.
4008 Shreve Ave, St Louis, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 16 children
Parents consistently praise Little People Learning Center for exceptional care, strong child development outcomes, and a loving, Christian-based environment. Staff are described as passionate, patient, and genuinely invested in children's growth. The facility is noted as affordable, well-organized, and the only five-star daycare in St. Louis city.
12546 Conway Rd, St Louis, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 80 children
Parents consistently praise Lucky Lane as an exceptional early childhood program with caring, compassionate staff and a warm community environment. The 4-5 acre campus with extensive outdoor spaces, specialized rooms (STEM, music, library, wheel-toy room), and nature-based curriculum are frequently highlighted as standout features. Families appreciate the reasonable tuition, flexible scheduling options, and individualized attention their children receive.
100 E Adams, St Louis, MO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 62 children
First Presbyterian Church Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, strong teacher-student relationships, and well-rounded curriculum. Parents report their children thrive in this small, welcoming community and feel well-prepared for kindergarten. The school is noted for excellent communication with families and flexibility in scheduling options.
9001 Clayton Rd, St Louis, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 44 children
Ethical Society Nursery School receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise its play-based learning philosophy, nurturing teachers, and small class sizes. Parents consistently report that their children thrive academically and socially, with strong preparation for kindergarten and a welcoming community atmosphere.
8375 N Broadway Ave, St Louis, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children
Baden Christian Child Care Center receives universally positive feedback from parents who praise the trustworthy, loving, and clean environment. Parents consistently highlight the caring and attentive staff, strong communication, engaging activities, and the center's ability to meet individual child needs including behavioral support. Many parents express deep satisfaction and recommend the center highly.
4221 Shaw Blvd, St Louis, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
This is not a daycare center but a theater company. The reviews describe Stray Dog Theatre as a high-quality local theater venue in St. Louis known for excellent performances and a welcoming atmosphere.
3800 Watson Rd, St Louis, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 81 children
Mary Margaret Day Care and Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting the caring and college-educated staff, safe learning environment, child development outcomes, and strong communication. Parents report children are happy, engaged, and excited to attend daily.
6031 Southwest Ave, St Louis, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
This is not a daycare center—it is a theater company in St. Louis. The reviews describe experiences attending live theatrical performances, not childcare services. All reviews are 5-star ratings praising the venue, performances, and staff.
6131 Leona St, St Louis, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
This is not a daycare center but a theater venue. The reviews are for Stray Dog Theatre, a community theater in St. Louis, not a childcare facility. All reviews praise the theater's performances, intimate venue, and welcoming atmosphere.
2745 Meramec St, St Louis, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
These reviews are for Stray Dog Theatre, a performance venue, not a daycare center. The reviews describe an intimate theater company in St. Louis that produces high-quality shows in a converted church space with consistently excellent performances and welcoming staff.
Based on 261 daycares with Google ratings in St Louis
Top qualities mentioned across 2,531 reviews, analyzed by AI
Average ratings by facility type in St Louis, based on parent reviews
St Louis zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63141 | 11 | 4.85 | 6 | |
| 63122 | 8 | 4.8 | 4 | |
| 63109 | 6 | 4.78 | 4 | |
| 63112 | 12 | 4.62 | 4 | |
| 63116 | 10 | 4.59 | 6 | |
| 63139 | 11 | 4.58 | 5 | |
| 63110 | 14 | 4.55 | 5 | |
| 63128 | 12 | 4.54 | 4 | |
| 63146 | 6 | 4.53 | 2 | |
| 63123 | 7 | 4.5 | 2 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in St Louis (8–399 children)
Small
up to 30 children
64
Medium
31–75 children
185
Large
76–150 children
111
Very Large
150+ children
32
Highest rated daycares in St Louis based on parent reviews
4008 Shreve Ave, St Louis, MO
Parents consistently praise Little People Learning Center for exceptional care, strong child development outcomes, and a loving, Christian-based environment. Staff are described as passionate, patient, and genuinely invested in children's growth. The facility is noted as affordable, well-organized, and the only five-star daycare in St. Louis city.
12546 Conway Rd, St Louis, MO
Parents consistently praise Lucky Lane as an exceptional early childhood program with caring, compassionate staff and a warm community environment. The 4-5 acre campus with extensive outdoor spaces, specialized rooms (STEM, music, library, wheel-toy room), and nature-based curriculum are frequently highlighted as standout features. Families appreciate the reasonable tuition, flexible scheduling options, and individualized attention their children receive.
100 E Adams, St Louis, MO
First Presbyterian Church Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, strong teacher-student relationships, and well-rounded curriculum. Parents report their children thrive in this small, welcoming community and feel well-prepared for kindergarten. The school is noted for excellent communication with families and flexibility in scheduling options.
9001 Clayton Rd, St Louis, MO
Ethical Society Nursery School receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise its play-based learning philosophy, nurturing teachers, and small class sizes. Parents consistently report that their children thrive academically and socially, with strong preparation for kindergarten and a welcoming community atmosphere.
8375 N Broadway Ave, St Louis, MO
Baden Christian Child Care Center receives universally positive feedback from parents who praise the trustworthy, loving, and clean environment. Parents consistently highlight the caring and attentive staff, strong communication, engaging activities, and the center's ability to meet individual child needs including behavioral support. Many parents express deep satisfaction and recommend the center highly.
4221 Shaw Blvd, St Louis, MO
This is not a daycare center but a theater company. The reviews describe Stray Dog Theatre as a high-quality local theater venue in St. Louis known for excellent performances and a welcoming atmosphere.
Navigating the childcare landscape in St. Louis, Missouri, involves sifting through a diverse array of 392 facilities to find the right fit for your family. Parents frequently highlight clean environments, safety, and affordable pricing as the primary drivers of their satisfaction. With standout neighborhoods like 63124 offering exceptional ratings, this directory helps you locate centers that align with your specific values and budget.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in St Louis have an average rating of 4.25 out of 5 across 261 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.61 stars. Our analysis covers 2,531 parent reviews. Parents in St Louis most frequently praise daycares for clean facility, safe environment, and professional staff.
When choosing a daycare in St Louis, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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One parent highlights the staff's kindness and understanding, noting that their child has experienced no issues and enjoyed activities like parties and bounce houses. Another reviewer appreciates the family-run nature of the center, specifically mentioning the owner and a staff member by name.
One parent highlights the facility's sweet and professional staff, noting that they love the daycare experience for their child. The review specifically commends the teachers for being nice and caring. No negative feedback was provided in this single review.
One review highlights the organization's role in supporting St. Louis youth and families through its church partnerships, while another notes the staff are professional, friendly, and understanding of individual situations.
One parent describes the staff as professional, friendly, and understanding of various situations. Another review highlights the organization's supportive role in helping St. Louis youth and families through its church partnerships.
One parent highlights the professional, friendly, and understanding nature of the staff. Another review notes the organization's role in supporting St. Louis youth and families through its partnership with a local church.
One parent highlights the staff's professionalism, friendliness, and understanding of family situations. Another review expresses appreciation for the organization's support of St. Louis youth and families, noting its partnership with local churches.
One review highlights the organization's role in supporting St. Louis youth and families through its partnership with a local church. Another parent notes the staff's professionalism and understanding approach to various situations.
One parent describes their experience at KIDS DELIGHT CENTER LLC as highly positive, expressing strong enthusiasm with the phrase 'Love it Love it Love it.'
Parents consistently praise Smart Start Learning Academy for its caring, nurturing environment and excellent communication. Teachers are described as warm, engaged, and genuinely invested in children's development. The facility maintains high cleanliness standards and provides regular photo updates and developmental feedback to parents.
Sacred Hearts Day Care receives exclusively positive feedback from parents, with particular praise for the caring and welcoming staff and owner Ms. Nemo. Parents report their children feel comfortable and at home, with some families having attended for multiple years and even decades. The facility is described as one of the best daycare options in South St. Louis with no safety concerns raised.
One parent describes the program as outstanding, highlighting smaller class sizes, cleanliness, and affordability alongside hands-on care. Another review notes that teachers are amazing and instill Christian values while caring for students with a loving heart.
HOPE MARK Preschool in St. Louis receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all reviewers. Parents consistently praise the warm, nurturing environment, dedicated teachers, and play-based curriculum that emphasizes social-emotional learning alongside academics. Children are reported to love attending school daily and develop confidence and academic skills to prepare for kindergarten.
Parents highlight the school's exceptional teachers who demonstrate deep care for children, particularly those with active or sensory needs. One reviewer notes that the program successfully accommodated their very active child, while another mentions that both of their children attended the facility.
One parent describes the staff as great, professional, and friendly with a good understanding of situations. Another review expresses appreciation for the organization's historic and progressive work supporting St. Louis youth and families.
First Presbyterian Church Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, strong teacher-student relationships, and well-rounded curriculum. Parents report their children thrive in this small, welcoming community and feel well-prepared for kindergarten. The school is noted for excellent communication with families and flexibility in scheduling options.
One parent highlights the professional, friendly, and understanding nature of the staff. Another review expresses appreciation for the organization's support of St. Louis youth and families.
One parent highlights the educational and social benefits for their children, noting that teachers are friendly and provide responsive communication through platforms like Brightwheel. The review emphasizes the staff's genuine care and quick response to both child-specific and administrative questions.
Playtime Academy receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and clean, structured environment. Parents highlight the teachers' dedication to their children's learning, development, and individual needs.
Sow & Grow Christian Preschool receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and director. Parents highlight the developmentally appropriate curriculum, strong communication, and welcoming environment that prepares children for kindergarten while fostering social and spiritual development.
Ethical Society Nursery School receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise its play-based learning philosophy, nurturing teachers, and small class sizes. Parents consistently report that their children thrive academically and socially, with strong preparation for kindergarten and a welcoming community atmosphere.
One parent describes the staff as great, professional, and friendly, noting their understanding of various situations. Another review expresses appreciation for the organization's support of St. Louis youth and families through its partnership with a local church.
One reviewer notes that the center is a partner of First Congregational Church of St Louis and expresses appreciation for the organization's support of youth and families. Another parent highlights the staff's professionalism, friendliness, and understanding nature.
One parent highlights the school's magical atmosphere and warm, inviting teachers, noting that their children remain fond of their experience after graduating. The curriculum is described as play-based and child-centered, contributing to the positive feedback.
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