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2,331 Daycare Centers in Missouri

Browse 2,331 daycare centers across Missouri. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Missouri

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Missouri can make the decision-making process smoother.

Missouri has about 2,331 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Missouri. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Missouri

There are 2,331 daycares in Missouri: 232 headstart facilities, 249 before/after school centers, 235 religious facility daycares, and 1,615 childcare and preschool centers.

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Creative Learning Center Preschool & Infant Care LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Creative Learning Center Preschool & Infant Care LLC receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and compassionate staff, strong communication, and children's happiness and comfort. One parent reported being denied enrollment based on their child's napping difficulties before the child even attended.

Staff are caringfriendlyand welcoming
Address
2555 S Campbell Ave, Springfield, MO
Phone
(417) 887-4180
Toddlers Ink LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Toddlers Ink LLC receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring and attentive staff, strong communication, educational growth, and family-like atmosphere that makes children excited to attend.

Caring and loving staffexcellent communication with parentseducational development across all age groups
Address
6637 Miranda Loop, Fulton, MO
Phone
(573) 642-4444
Training Up A Child LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Training Up a Child LLC in Florissant receives uniformly positive feedback from parents across multiple reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring and nurturing staff, strong educational activities, and professional leadership. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show developmental progress.

Caring and patient staffnurturing environmentconsistent caregivers
Address
390 W Saint Anthony Ln, Florissant, MO
Phone
(314) 839-7731
Doodlebee Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Doodlebee Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the exceptional, caring staff, clean facility, and strong educational programs. Parents consistently report their children are happy, well-cared for, and developmentally prepared for school transitions. The center is noted for excellent communication, security measures, and creating a family-like atmosphere.

Exceptional and caring staffcleanlinesssafety measures
Address
1400 Britain Way, St Charles, MO
Phone
(636) 498-5437
A Place For Children INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

A Place for Children in St. Louis receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring, experienced staff led by owner Gail, the warm home-like environment, and the genuine affection staff show toward children. Families report their children are happy, engaged, and excited to attend daily.

Caring and experienced staffwelcoming environmentstrong personal attention from owner Gail
Address
10823 Big Bend Rd, St Louis, MO
Phone
(314) 821-3433
West County Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Cadence Academy for its caring, nurturing environment where children feel safe and loved while learning and growing. Staff members are described as exceptional, communicative, and genuinely invested in each child's development. Multiple families report their children are well-prepared for kindergarten and excited to attend daily.

Caring and loving staffstrong communication with parentssafe and welcoming environment
Address
15405 Olive Blvd, Chesterfield, MO
Phone
(636) 519-0888
Jewish Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

The Jewish Community Center in St. Louis is a highly-rated multipurpose facility that offers fitness, aquatic, and recreational programs. Parents consistently praise the clean, well-maintained facilities, welcoming and friendly staff, and diverse community atmosphere. Many families appreciate the variety of classes, amenities including pools and gyms, and childcare services available.

Clean facilitiesfriendly and welcoming staffdiverse and inclusive community
Address
2 Millstone Campus Dr, St Louis, MO
Phone
(314) 442-3224
Teddy Bear Daycare And Learning Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Teddy Bear Daycare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the staff's care, engagement, and teaching approach. Children are reported to be happy, excited to attend, and making strong developmental progress. One parent reported concerns about inconsistent teacher practices regarding nutrition and hygiene.

Knowledgeable and caring staffchildren excited to attendstrong developmental progress
Address
2120 Old Highway 94 South, St Charles, MO
Phone
(636) 940-0990
Central Missouri Community Action
Headstart Programs
4.7

Parents consistently praise Central Missouri Community Action's staff for being friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. The facility is described as a great resource that provides assistance even for walk-in visits, though appointments are recommended. Overall, parents appreciate the welcoming environment and guidance provided.

friendly staffhelpfulgood resource
Address
385 Ashley Rd, Boonville, MO
Phone
(660) 882-7510
Academy Neighborhood
Headstart Programs
4.7
Address
5183 Raymond Ave, St Louis, MO
Phone
(314) 553-9169
Southern Boone Area Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Southern Boone Area YMCA in Ashland receives consistently high praise from parents for its clean, well-maintained facilities and friendly staff. Parents appreciate the quality equipment, diverse class offerings, and community involvement. One parent noted initial concerns with childwatch services that have since improved.

clean facilityfriendly stafftop-notch equipment
Address
303 Main St, Ashland, MO
Phone
(573) 657-9600
Benton County R-II School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
101 W Lamine St, Lincoln, MO
Phone
(660) 547-3097
Small Wonders Childcare Center South LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Small Wonders Childcare Center South receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents highlight the warm, caring staff, clean facilities, strong communication, and children's happiness and comfort at the center. Many families have remained enrolled for multiple years and drive out of their way to continue using the facility.

Caring and passionate staffClean and organized facilityExcellent parent-staff communication via app
Address
1675 Rock Rd, De Soto, MO
Phone
(636) 337-7033
Boys' & Girls' Clubs Of West Central Missouri
Before or After School Daycare
4.7

Parents overwhelmingly praise the Boys & Girls Club for providing children with social opportunities, compassionate staff, and quality programming. One parent expressed concern about strict discipline policies and staff conduct in public settings.

Amazing staffcompassionate approachgood learning environment
Address
600 N Main St, Leeton, MO
Phone
(660) 826-8331
Early Explorers Learning Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Early Explorers Learning Center receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, engaged staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight strong communication, educational activities, safety, and genuine investment in their children's development and growth. The center is particularly noted for staff stability, leadership quality, and making the transition to daycare easy for first-time parents.

Warm and caring staffstrong communication with parents (app updates with photos)genuine investment in child development
Address
7 Victory Dr, Liberty, MO
Phone
(816) 781-2211
Boone Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Boone Preschool receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, daily activity updates, and effective kindergarten preparation. One parent reported a serious concern about staff not knowing a child's location. Overall rating is 4.7/5 based on recent reviews.

Personalized attention from staffdaily photo updates of activitiessmooth transition process
Address
407 Se Douglas, Lees Summit, MO
Phone
(816) 246-4903
Westport Montessori LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Westport Montessori receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents who praise the caring staff, personalized attention, and strong Montessori practices. However, one parent reported concerns about overcrowded infant spaces, disengaged staff, poor facility conditions, inadequate tour process, and lack of communication during enrollment.

Loving and dedicated staffpersonalized attention to each childresponsive communication
Address
3930 Baltimore Ave, Kansas City, MO
Phone
(816) 753-6633
Stephen'S House
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

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 curriculum
Address
5755 N Northwood Rd, Kansas City, MO
Phone
(816) 741-5056
Friendly Temple Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

These reviews do not appear to be for a daycare center, but rather for a church or religious organization. The listings show worship services, funeral services, and religious gatherings rather than childcare experiences.

Professional and helpful staffwelcoming communityquality facilities
Address
5508 Dr Martin Luther King Dr, St Louis, MO
Phone
(314) 367-9600
Creative Expressions Learning Center Imperial
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Creative Expressions Learning Center Imperial (also referred to as Cadence Academy) for its caring, dedicated staff and strong educational curriculum. Children show significant developmental progress in areas like language, motor skills, potty training, and social interaction. The facility is described as clean, safe, and welcoming with excellent parent communication through daily updates and photos.

Caring and dedicated staffstrong educational curriculumclean and safe facility
Address
2862 Seckman Rd, Imperial, MO
Phone
(636) 296-4448
First Christian Church (Disciples Of Christ) Of Hannibal Missouri
Church Daycare
4.7
Address
1101 Broadway, Hannibal, MO
Phone
(573) 221-6858
Happy Days Learning Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Happy Days Learning Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and patient staff, warm atmosphere, educational activities, and their children's happiness and comfort at the center.

Caring and patient staffwarm and friendly atmospherechildren feel safe and happy
Address
6114 W Florissant Ave, St Louis, MO
Phone
(314) 448-1288
Bright Start Academy INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Bright Start Academy (also known as O2B Kids) for its caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting strong teacher-child relationships, developmental enrichment, and excellent communication with families. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and feeling like family.

Caring and dedicated staffwarm and nurturing environmentstrong teacher-child relationships
Address
3250 Bearfield, Columbia, MO
Phone
(573) 447-0005
Tomlin Academy LLC
Church Daycare
4.7

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 leadership
Address
9700 Holmes Rd, Kansas City, MO
Phone
(816) 785-7878
E D Lunn Child Care Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

E D Lunn Child Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents and grandparents who praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and educational development of children. The owner, Josie, is frequently highlighted for her attentiveness and responsiveness to concerns. One parent reported a serious safety concern regarding child pickup procedures on their child's first day.

loving and professional staffclean facilitiesaffordable pricing
Address
10601 Blue Ridge Blvd, Kansas City, MO
Phone
(816) 965-0811
The Discovery Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

The Discovery Place is highly regarded by parents in Jefferson City, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring, experienced staff, safe learning environment, and strong kindergarten preparation. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and report long-term satisfaction with the center.

Experienced and stable staff (many with 10+ years tenure)caring and loving teacherssafe environment
Address
1448 Aaron Ct, Jefferson City, MO
Phone
(573) 634-3838
Wonder-Land Learning Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Wonder-Land Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple decades. Parents highlight the nurturing, supportive environment and quality care provided by Mrs. Byrd and Ms. Victoria, with children showing strong academic and developmental progress. The center is noted for accommodating special needs and flexible scheduling.

Caring and nurturing staffstrong academic preparation for schoolclean facility
Address
203 Clarke Ave, Clever, MO
Phone
(417) 743-5106
Learn And Grow Organic Daycare LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Learn and Grow Organic Daycare in Nixa receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and friendly staff, director Joyce, daily communication via the Brightwheel app, clean facilities, outdoor activities, and structured curriculum. Children reportedly enjoy attending and parents feel confident leaving their children in this care.

Friendly and caring staffresponsive communication and daily updates via appclean facility
Address
1879 N State Highway Cc, Nixa, MO
Phone
(417) 494-5099
Immanuel Baptist Church
Church Daycare
4.7

Immanuel Baptist Church is highly regarded by families, with reviewers praising the caring pastoral staff, welcoming community atmosphere, and family-friendly programs. The facility is described as clean and offers various opportunities for involvement and spiritual growth through Sunday services and Wednesday programs.

Caring pastorswelcoming communitybiblically sound teaching
Address
3600 Mcmasters, Hannibal, MO
Phone
(573) 248-1234
Parent'S Day Out At First Baptist Church Of Harvester
Church Daycare
4.7

Parents praise First Baptist Church of Harvester as a welcoming faith community with genuine, friendly members. The facility offers multiple weekly services, Sunday schools for all ages, and community events like Easter egg hunts and fellowship gatherings. Visitors appreciate the accessible facilities and the church's inclusive atmosphere that makes both regular members and newcomers feel valued.

Welcoming and friendly congregationaccessible facilities (handicapped
Address
4075 S Old Highway 94, St Charles, MO
Phone
(636) 928-9757

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2,331 all daycares across Missouri. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Missouri are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Missouri's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Missouri, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Missouri sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Missouri vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.