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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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Plc Kidz
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

PLC KIDZ receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, structured environment, and engaging activities. Parents consistently report their children are happy and feel safe at the facility. One parent expressed concern about the center's ability to provide individualized care for children with separation anxiety.

Caring and professional staffwell-organized structurestrong communication with parents
Address
5505 Gateway Dr, Joplin, MO
Phone
(417) 499-4398
First Christian Church Day Care
Church Daycare
4.7
Address
229 S Rollins St, Centralia, MO
Phone
(573) 682-3299
Journey Zone Learning Center For Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
690 Lynn St, Lebanon, MO
Phone
(417) 288-2045
Union Preschool Incorporated
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
3543 Watson Rd, St Louis, MO
Phone
(314) 647-0898
Noah'S Ark Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
5001 Little Rock Rd, St Louis, MO
Phone
(314) 487-8507
Platte Woods Umc
Church Daycare
4.7

Platte Woods UMC is highly regarded as a welcoming and inclusive religious community with strong programming for children, youth, and families. Parents consistently praise the pastors, modern facilities, multiple worship service options, and the overall spiritual atmosphere. The church emphasizes community involvement and has well-attended children's ministry, youth programs, and preschool services.

Welcoming and inclusive communitymultiple worship service stylesquality children's and youth programs
Address
7310 Nw Prairie View Rd, Platte Woods, MO
Phone
(816) 741-2972
Bethel Baptist Preschool
Church Daycare
4.7

Bethel Baptist Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from families who appreciate the welcoming, loving environment and strong Christian teachings. Parents praise the pastoral staff, community atmosphere, and inclusive approach to families of diverse backgrounds. The facility is described as compassionate and Spirit-filled.

welcoming and loving environmentstrong biblical teachingcaring pastoral staff
Address
2406 S 291 Hwy, Independence, MO
Phone
(816) 252-3555
Heartland Christian Daycare / Preschool
Church Daycare
4.7

Heartland Christian Daycare/Preschool is a religious facility in Kansas City with a 4.7/5 Google rating. Parents praise the warm, welcoming environment, quality instruction, and strong sense of community. Most reviews highlight positive experiences with staff and children's engagement in classes.

Warm and welcoming atmospherefriendly staffquality instruction for children
Address
6120 Nw Prairie View Rd, Kansas City, MO
Phone
(816) 455-3364
Peace Lutheran Early Childhood Program
Church Daycare
4.7

Peace Lutheran Early Childhood Program is a religious facility with consistently high ratings. Parents praise its beautiful sanctuary with stained glass windows, strong music program, and well-organized religious events like the annual Boar's Head Festival. The congregation is described as warm, welcoming, and offering various programs including youth groups, Bible studies, and Sunday school.

Beautiful architecture and sanctuaryexcellent music program with talented organistwelcoming and friendly congregation
Address
737 Barracksview Rd, St Louis, MO
Phone
(314) 892-8844
Springfield Dream Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

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 (meals
Address
829 W Atlantic St, Springfield, MO
Phone
(417) 720-1065
Radiant Faith Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
5314 W Florissant Ave, St Louis, MO
Phone
(314) 385-1036
Faith Preschool And Parents Day Out
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Faith Preschool for its caring, dedicated staff, personalized attention to each child, and strong communication with families. The center is noted for affordable pricing, holistic child development (academic, social, emotional, and spiritual), and community-building events that create lasting family connections.

Caring and dedicated staff with low turnoverpersonalized attention to individual childrenstrong parent communication with pho
Address
2950 Droste Rd, St Charles, MO
Phone
(636) 724-7020
Open Arms Early Childhood Development Center Of Ozark, Missouri
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Open Arms Early Childhood Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the caring and welcoming staff, smooth transitions for children, and strong security measures. The center is noted for creating a family-like environment where staff goes above and beyond in their interactions with children.

Caring and attentive staffwelcoming environmentsmooth transitions for new students
Address
1200 E Mccracken Rd, Ozark, MO
Phone
(417) 582-0067
Redeemer Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents praise Redeemer Preschool for its caring and skilled staff who successfully help shy children build confidence and prepare for school. The facility is described as welcoming, supportive, and part of a valued community institution with excellent results for student progress.

Caring and nurturing staffeffective in building children's confidencehelps prepare kids for school
Address
1620 New Boyd St, De Soto, MO
Phone
(636) 586-8903
Patriot Playhouse Daycare LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
201 Granby Miners Rd, Granby, MO
Phone
(417) 592-5668
The Nest At Central Reform Congregation
Church Daycare
4.7

The Nest at Central Reform Congregation is a religious facility within a highly-regarded Reform Jewish synagogue in St. Louis. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming, inclusive community atmosphere and the compassionate leadership. Parents and members appreciate the diverse programming, social justice involvement, and sense of belonging.

Welcoming and inclusive communitywarm and friendly staff/rabbisdiverse membership
Address
5020 Waterman Blvd, St Louis, MO
Phone
(314) 361-3919
I Wonder Y Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

I WONDER Y PRESCHOOL is a faith-based preschool in Camdenton that receives positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the quality of teachers, religious curriculum, and community events like fall festivals and trunk-or-treat activities.

Awesome teachersfaith-based educationwelcoming environment for children
Address
340 W Highway 54, Camdenton, MO
Phone
(573) 346-5350
Boys & Girls Clubs Of West Central Missouri
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents overwhelmingly praise Boys & Girls Clubs of West Central Missouri for providing a safe, supportive environment with compassionate staff and valuable social opportunities for children. One parent expressed concern about the facility's handling of behavioral issues and staff conduct.

Amazing staffphenomenal teamcompassionate approach
Address
22675 Depot Rd, Sedalia, MO
Phone
(660) 826-8331
United Church Of Christ Four Year Play School
Church Daycare
4.7

Parents praise the United Church of Christ Four Year Play School for its welcoming, community-oriented environment and caring staff. The facility is consistently described as making families feel at home, with positive feedback about organized programming, children's activities, and Sunday school offerings.

welcoming atmospherecaring staffwell-organized
Address
101 N Oak St, California, MO
Phone
(573) 796-2832
Lawson Baptist Church Christian Preschool
Church Daycare
4.7

Reviews praise Lawson Baptist Church Christian Preschool for its welcoming atmosphere and Christ-centered approach. Parents appreciate the community's faith-based values and friendly environment. However, most reviews appear to reference the church rather than specific daycare/preschool experiences.

Welcoming communityChrist-centered teachingScripture-focused
Address
18603 N 69 Highway, Lawson, MO
Phone
(816) 645-3210
The Timber Lake Christian Church
Church Daycare
4.7

This is a Christian church facility, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff who remember visitors by name, and strong sense of community. The church is noted for community outreach including a food bank and other charitable services.

Welcoming and friendly staffstrong church communityremembers visitors by name
Address
1624 Gratz Brown St, Moberly, MO
Phone
(660) 998-0766
Afternoon Bible Club At Timber Lake Christian Church
Church Daycare
4.7

This is a religious facility (Christian church) rather than a traditional daycare. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff who remember visitors by name, and strong sense of community. The church is noted for community service activities and quality spiritual leadership.

Friendly and welcoming staffstrong church communityremembers visitors by name
Address
1624 Gratz Brown St, Moberly, MO
Phone
(660) 263-4168
Early Explorers Preschool LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Early Explorers Preschool receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the warm, nurturing environment and genuinely caring staff. Parents highlight excellent communication, educational activities, strong teacher continuity, and the director's hands-on leadership. Families report their children thrive academically and emotionally in this safe, clean facility.

Warm and caring staffexcellent parent communication via app with daily photosengaging educational activities and lesson plans
Address
1735 Southwest Blvd, Jefferson City, MO
Phone
(573) 301-1458
Brighton Beginnings
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Brighton Beginnings receives high praise from parents for its attentive and patient childcare staff, particularly in infant care. Directors Grace and Kevin are highlighted for excellent management. The facility is part of a welcoming church community with strong leadership.

Attentive and kind infant care staffpatient with childrenexcellent directors (Grace and Kevin)
Address
5403 Highway F, Brighton, MO
Phone
(417) 319-3073
Brighton'S Kidzone
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Brighton's Kidzone receives consistently high praise from parents. The facility is commended for attentive and patient infant care staff, with directors Grace and Kevin highlighted for their management. Parents appreciate the warm, welcoming environment and quality of care provided.

Attentive and patient caregiversstrong managementgood teachers
Address
5403 Highway F, Brighton, MO
Phone
(417) 376-4313
Village Lutheran Church Preschool
Church Daycare
4.7

Village Lutheran Church Preschool is a religious facility with mostly positive reviews about the church itself and its services. However, one parent gave a 1-star review citing poor classroom conditions, inadequate teacher-to-student ratio (1:10), and concerning discipline practices at the preschool specifically.

Christ-centered liturgywelcoming atmospherequality preaching
Address
9237 Clayton Rd, St Louis, MO
Phone
(314) 993-6743
Children Are Unique Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
3701 Cook Ave, St Louis, MO
Phone
(314) 687-5964
Woodlawn Chapels Mothers Day Out
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Reviews focus primarily on the church itself rather than the daycare center. The congregation is praised for being welcoming, inclusive, and community-oriented. One review specifically mentions the on-site Mom's Day Out daycare as part of the facility's offerings, but no detailed daycare-specific feedback is provided.

Welcoming and inclusive communityactive programmingquality facilities with pavilion and green space
Address
16520 Clayton, Ballwin, MO
Phone
(636) 458-3009
O'Fallon Early Childhood Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

O'Fallon Early Childhood Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with 10 five-star reviews highlighting excellent staff care, strong child development, and reasonable pricing. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving academically and socially at the facility.

Caring and knowledgeable staffowner involvement and approachabilitystrong curriculum and child development
Address
220 Sonderen St, O Fallon, MO
Phone
(636) 272-0970
Muhammad Mosque #28 Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

This facility appears to be primarily a mosque community center rather than a daycare, based on reviews mentioning spiritual teachings, marriage retreats, and Sunday lectures. Reviews are consistently positive, praising the welcoming atmosphere, spiritual content, and community offerings.

Kind and welcoming staffspiritual and historical teachingsquality food
Address
5967 W Florissant Ave, St Louis, MO
Phone
(314) 349-1274

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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.