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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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Kids In Christ Preschool LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Kids in Christ Preschool receives consistently high ratings from parents who praise the facility as one of the best in Kansas City. Parents highlight the caring staff, secure environment, and positive learning experiences for their children.

Staff professionalism and helpfulnesssecure facilitychildren enjoy attending
Address
3441 Indiana Ave, Kansas City, MO
Phone
(816) 921-5255
Guadalupe Centers INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Guadalupe Centers Inc. is highly praised as a community-focused organization that provides daycare, afterschool programs, and educational support to families in Kansas City. Parents consistently highlight the organization's commitment to serving the Mexican-American community, cultural enrichment programs, and friendly, helpful staff. The facility is also noted as a quality venue for events with professional service.

Community support and assistancecultural enrichment programseducational opportunities
Address
3201 Sw Trafficway, Kansas City, MO
Phone
(816) 604-4140
Kidz Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Kidz Academy LLC receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, positive child experiences, and engaging educational activities that support developmental milestones.

Warm and caring staffchildren enjoy attending dailydevelopmental learning and milestone achievement
Address
1 Sugarwood Dr, St Peters, MO
Phone
(314) 766-5468
Ozarks Regional Ymca
Before or After School Daycare
4.6

Parents highly praise the Ozarks Regional YMCA in Buffalo for its clean facilities, friendly staff, and variety of programs and activities. Director Kammi Miller receives specific recognition for her leadership and commitment to the community. The facility is valued as an important community resource, particularly for youth sports and programs.

Clean facilityfriendly and professional staffvariety of equipment and programs
Address
315 S Hickory St, Buffalo, MO
Phone
(417) 733-5254
Ymca Of Southeast Missouri Kindergarten Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Reviews praise the YMCA facility for its cleanliness, friendly and professional staff, and comprehensive amenities including a pool, gym, sauna, and track. Parents appreciate the family-friendly environment, affordable membership rates, and complimentary childcare options. The center is consistently described as welcoming and well-maintained.

Clean facilitiesfriendly and professional stafflarge indoor pool
Address
1310 E Salcedo Rd, Sikeston, MO
Phone
(573) 620-0718
Missouri Ozarks Community Action INC.
Headstart Programs
4.6

This is not a daycare facility but a community action agency providing utility and housing assistance. All reviews praise the organization's staff for exceptional customer service, professionalism, and helpfulness in assisting clients with energy assistance, weatherization, and housing support.

Professional and courteous staffquick and efficient servicehelpful case workers who go above and beyond
Address
19778 Sackett Ln, Waynesville, MO
Phone
(573) 774-2460
First Baptist Church Learning Center
Church Daycare
4.6

Parents consistently praise First Baptist Church Learning Center for its welcoming community and strong faith-based programs. Reviews highlight the quality of teaching, kind staff, and engaging activities for children including Sunday and Wednesday programs. The facility is described as a supportive environment where families feel valued.

Welcoming atmospherekind and caring staffstrong youth and children's programs
Address
502 Broadway St, Marble Hill, MO
Phone
(573) 238-2545
Sycamore Hills Baptist Church Preschool
Church Daycare
4.6

Sycamore Hills Baptist Church Preschool is a religious facility with consistently positive reviews focused on its welcoming community and biblical teaching. Parents praise the preschool as suitable for 3-4 year olds and highlight the friendly, knowledgeable staff. The facility is appreciated for its traditional approach to faith and scripture-based programming.

welcoming communityfriendly staffknowledgeable caregivers
Address
15200 E 39th St, Independence, MO
Phone
(816) 373-1646
Bright Ideas Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Bright Ideas Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, nurturing environment, and strong communication. However, one parent reported a negative experience involving classroom changes without notice, poor handling of concerns, and an abrupt dismissal that created hardship for their family.

caring and attentive staffnurturing environmentclear communication
Address
212 W Main St, Richmond, MO
Phone
(816) 776-2122
Cornerstone After School Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Reviews praise the church community and Pastor Aaron's leadership, describing it as a welcoming, spirit-filled environment focused on worship and Christian teaching. Parents report feeling accepted, appreciated, and finding it to be a supportive spiritual home. Note: Reviews appear to be for Cornerstone Church rather than the after-school program specifically.

Welcoming atmospherenon-judgmental communitystrong spiritual leadership
Address
900 Adam Dr, Chillicothe, MO
Phone
(660) 646-2231
Primrose School Of St. Charles At Heritage
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Primrose School of St. Charles at Heritage receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the safe, clean, and nurturing environment, strong teacher-parent communication, educational programming, and caring staff who support child development across multiple age groups.

Approachable leadership and teachersdaily classroom updates and prompt communicationstructured lesson plans with variety of activities
Address
1001 Heritage Crossing, St Peters, MO
Phone
(636) 317-6200
Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation
Headstart Programs
4.6

Parents consistently praise Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation for its exceptional staff and supportive services. Reviews highlight the friendly, kind, and helpful atmosphere, with staff going above and beyond to assist families in need. The center is recognized for providing comprehensive support including childcare, emergency assistance, and access to household items and toys.

Helpful and knowledgeable stafffriendly atmospherekind and accommodating employees
Address
1500 E Broadway St, Bolivar, MO
Phone
(417) 777-8932
Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation
Headstart Programs
4.6

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation is a Head Start program in Buffalo, Missouri that receives consistently positive feedback from families. Parents praise the staff for their kindness, helpfulness, and supportive approach to assisting families in need, including providing access to clothing, household items, and toys.

Helpful and knowledgeable stafffriendly atmospherekind and accommodating employees
Address
1652 S Ash St, Buffalo, MO
Phone
(417) 345-1522
Good Shepherd Lutheran Coop Preschool
Church Daycare
4.6

Reviews are not about the preschool program itself. Most reviews reference the church congregation and pastor, while others mention events hosted at the facility (fundraisers, Boy Scout BBQ, choir performances, NA meetings). No substantive feedback about daycare or preschool services is provided.

Welcoming communitywarm pastorfacility available for community events
Address
7380 Howdershell Rd, Hazelwood, MO
Phone
(314) 830-1555
Longview Chapel Mothers Day Out
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents praise the preschool program at Longview Chapel Mothers Day Out, highlighting enthusiastic and caring teachers who create an engaging learning environment. Children reportedly looked forward to attending daily and continued talking about their teachers weeks after the program ended. The facility is part of a welcoming church community known for its friendly congregation and strong pastoral leadership.

Excellent teacherschildren excited to attendwelcoming
Address
850 Sw Longview Rd, Lees Summit, MO
Phone
(816) 763-8074
King Of Kings Lutheran Preschool And Kids Day Out
Church Daycare
4.6

Parents praise King of Kings Lutheran Preschool as a welcoming, faith-based facility with quality education that builds a strong Christian foundation. The accredited preschool program is highlighted as a community highlight, with parents appreciating the warm environment and experienced leadership.

Accredited preschool programstrong Christian educationwelcoming atmosphere
Address
13765 Olive Blvd, Chesterfield, MO
Phone
(314) 469-2224
Operation Breakthrough INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Operation Breakthrough Inc. for exceptional staff care, educational quality, and comprehensive family support services. Reviewers highlight the dedication of individual staff members and note that the facility goes beyond childcare to support families' overall well-being. All reviews are highly positive with specific praise for staff members and the quality of programs offered.

Staff excellenceeducational focuschild development support
Address
3039 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO
Phone
(816) 756-3511
James River Weekday Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

James River Weekday Preschool is a church-based center in Ozark, Missouri with a 4.6/5 Google rating. Reviews consistently praise the biblical teaching, welcoming community, and quality children's and youth programs. Parents report their families have thrived in the ministries and appreciate the spiritual environment.

biblical teachingwelcoming environmentkids and youth programs
Address
6100 N 19th St, Ozark, MO
Phone
(417) 581-5433
Family Treasures Child Development Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Family Treasures Child Development Center has received mostly positive reviews praising the staff's passion, educational curriculum, and safe environment. However, one parent reported a negative experience with the director's unprofessional behavior. The center has recently changed ownership and staff.

Passionate and knowledgeable staffstrong educational foundationgood values and curriculum
Address
7340 Saint Charles Rock Rd, St Louis, MO
Phone
(314) 335-0591
Hopedale Baptist Church Child Development Center
Church Daycare
4.6
Address
5370 N Highway Nn, Ozark, MO
Phone
(417) 581-1795
Operation Breakthrough INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Operation Breakthrough Inc. for exceptional staff care, educational quality, and comprehensive family support services. The facility is noted for cleanliness, nutritious meals, and going above and beyond to support children's development and family wellbeing. All reviewed parents highly recommend the daycare.

Caring and helpful staffexcellent teacherseducational quality
Address
3036 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO
Phone
(816) 756-3511
Missouri Ozarks Community Action INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

This organization provides utility and housing assistance rather than daycare services. Reviews consistently praise staff professionalism, friendliness, and helpfulness in processing applications and connecting clients with resources like LIHEAP and weatherization programs.

Professional and courteous staffefficient application processinghelpful case workers
Address
27600 Highway Aa, Laquey, MO
Phone
(573) 528-0676
Mt. Chapel Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Mt. Chapel Learning Center appears to be a church rather than a daycare center. Reviews describe it as a welcoming worship facility with strong Bible teaching and community, but reviews do not address childcare services, facilities, or staff expertise relevant to daycare operations.

Welcoming and friendly communityclean facilitystrong pastoral leadership and Bible teaching
Address
2929 Lambdin Ave, St Louis, MO
Phone
(314) 531-7994
Ozark Action INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

NOTE: The reviews provided do not appear to be for the daycare center listed. The reviews describe Ozark Action Inc. as a community assistance organization offering utility bill help, weatherization services, fingerprinting, educational support, and financial resources. No reviews mention childcare or daycare services. All reviewers praise the staff as friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely helpful.

Friendly and respectful staffknowledgeable about community resourcesquick service times
Address
7886 State Highway 5, Gainesville, MO
Phone
(417) 679-4340
Kidz College LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Kidz College as an exceptional daycare with caring, professional staff who foster both educational and social development. Children reportedly thrive in a clean, safe, and nurturing environment where staff communicate well with parents and make them feel like family. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and highly recommend the center.

Caring and attentive staffclean and safe facilitiesage-appropriate curriculum
Address
3736 W Florissant Ave, St Louis, MO
Phone
(314) 565-4229
First Baptist Church Of St. Johns Mothers Day Out
Church Daycare
4.6

First Baptist Church of St. Johns operates a Mothers Day Out program within a welcoming religious community. Parents and church members consistently praise the facility for its friendly, supportive atmosphere and quality care. The program is part of a well-established church known for sound doctrine and inclusive practices.

welcoming and friendly staffsupportive communityquality childcare from experienced teachers
Address
8665 Saint Charles Rock Rd, St Louis, MO
Phone
(314) 427-1974
Osage Prairie Young Mens Christian Association INC.
Church Daycare
4.6

Note: Reviews provided are for the YMCA fitness facility, not the daycare program. Reviews consistently praise the facility's cleanliness, equipment quality, friendly staff, and welcoming community atmosphere. All reviewers gave perfect 5-star ratings.

Clean facilitynew and varied exercise equipmentfriendly and courteous staff
Address
901 W Ashland St, Nevada, MO
Phone
(417) 448-2080
Boonslick Heartland Young Men'S Christian Association INC.
Church Daycare
4.6

This facility is consistently praised for its clean, well-equipped gym with comprehensive amenities including an indoor pool, basketball courts, and extensive workout equipment. Parents appreciate the friendly staff, reasonable membership costs, and 24-hour access options. The facility is described as active in the community with various classes and children's activities.

Clean facilitywell-maintained equipmentfriendly staff
Address
16711 Oak Ridge Rd, Boonville, MO
Phone
(660) 882-3070
Quest Preschool
Church Daycare
4.6

Quest Preschool is a religious facility affiliated with Kimberling City Methodist Church. The one parent review mentioning the preschool specifically praised small class sizes and caring, loving teachers. Most reviews focus on the church itself rather than the daycare program.

Small class sizesloving and caring teacherswelcoming environment
Address
57 Kimberling City Center Ln, Kimberling City, MO
Phone
(417) 739-4395
Douglass Community Services Incorporated
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Douglass Community Services is highly praised as a valuable community resource offering multiple services including food assistance, senior programs, counseling, and a thrift store. Parents consistently highlight the warm, professional staff, affordable pricing, and strong commitment to helping families in need.

Warm and friendly staffaffordable services and pricingwide range of programs (food assistance
Address
405 E Olive St, Palmyra, MO
Phone
(573) 769-2305

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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.