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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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Lakeside Children'S Academy INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Lakeside Children's Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the family-oriented culture, caring staff, and educational quality. Parents emphasize feeling confident in their children's safety and wellbeing, with many noting strong teacher retention and personalized attention from ownership. The facility is credited with preparing children well for kindergarten while maintaining a warm, welcoming environment.

Family-oriented environmentca
Address
1230 Dougherty Ferry Rd, Valley Park, MO
Phone
(636) 225-4800
Bright Start Academy INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Bright Start Academy (O2B Kids) in O'Fallon, Missouri receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting exceptional staff care, cleanliness, educational quality, and recent facility renovations. Parents report their children thrive developmentally and emotionally in this warm, welcoming environment.

Caring and patient teacherswarm and welcoming staffclean facilities
Address
864 Homefield Blvd, O Fallon, MO
Phone
(636) 379-2600
Jellybean Island Learning Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Jellybean Island Learning Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5. Parents highlight the caring staff, educational curriculum, enrichment activities, and the owner Dana's daily involvement and accessibility. Children reportedly love attending and show strong emotional bonds with teachers.

Caring and loving stafflow teacher-to-student ratioscomprehensive curriculum and lesson plans
Address
6810 Mexico Rd, St Peters, MO
Phone
(636) 397-0644
Growing Footprints LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Growing Footprints LLC is a well-established center-based daycare in St. Louis with predominantly positive reviews praising the caring staff and owner Connie. The majority of parents report satisfied experiences with attentive care, reasonable tuition, and strong staff-child relationships. However, two negative reviews describe serious concerns including alleged staff misconduct, inadequate supervision, poor hygiene practices, and billing disputes.

caring and attentive staffowner actively involved and accommodatingreasonable tuition rates
Address
5835 Macklind Ave, St Louis, MO
Phone
(314) 481-4060
Grace Hill Settlement House
Before or After School Daycare
4.3
Address
2128 E Gano Bryan Hill Elementary School, St Louis, MO
Phone
(314) 534-0370
Fair Play R-II School District
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
301 N Walnut, Fair Play, MO
Phone
(417) 654-2231
West Central Missouri Community Action Agency
Headstart Programs
4.3
Address
807 Wood St, Warsaw, MO
Phone
(660) 438-3773
Jefferson Franklin Community Action Corporation
Headstart Programs
4.3

Jefferson Franklin Community Action Corporation is a HEAD START program in Hematite, Missouri that receives consistently high ratings (4.3/5) from parents. Reviews praise the staff for going above and beyond to provide personalized support with housing, utilities, employment, and emergency assistance. Parents describe the organization as caring, efficient, and genuinely committed to helping families in need.

Staff are friendly and helpfulPersonalized assistance tailored to family needsQuick processing of applications and requests
Address
3680 Hillsboro Hematite Rd, Hematite, MO
Phone
(636) 937-0959
Little Blessings Daycare LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
1264 E Clinton Ave, Seymour, MO
Phone
(417) 935-2135
Moreland Day Care INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
115 E Elm St, Clinton, MO
Phone
(660) 885-8795
The Learning Garden Child Development Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
515 Burkarth Rd, Warrensburg, MO
Phone
(660) 747-2110
Monett Area Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

The Monett Area YMCA in Aurora is a large, well-equipped facility that receives consistently positive feedback for its amenities and staff. Reviewers praise the pool, fitness classes, recreational activities, and friendly employees. A few minor complaints mention inconsistent staff friendliness and limited Saturday hours.

Professional and friendly staffclean pool with lifeguardsindoor heated pools
Address
400 Terrace Dr, Aurora, MO
Phone
(417) 235-8213
Cerebral Palsy Of Tri-County
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents praise this specialized daycare for children with cerebral palsy and special needs, highlighting the caring and understanding staff and safe, nurturing environment. The facility is recognized for its dedicated service to families with children who have special needs.

compassionate and understanding staffsafe and nurturing environmentspecialized care for children with CP and special needs
Address
1401 W Austin, Webb City, MO
Phone
(417) 673-4940
Walkers Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Walkers Day Care Center for its caring staff, safety, affordability, and nurturing environment. The facility has maintained strong staff retention and longevity under owner Barbara's leadership for decades. Multiple parents report feeling confident and comfortable leaving their children in their care.

Caring and responsive staffaffordable pricingclean facility
Address
9909 Blue Ridge Blvd, Kansas City, MO
Phone
(816) 761-6233
Sheldon R-8 School District
Before or After School Daycare
4.3
Address
100 E Gene Lathrop Dr, Sheldon, MO
Phone
(417) 884-5113
Raggedy Ann 'N Andy Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Raggedy Ann 'n Andy Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring staff, small home-like environment, and strong focus on early academic preparation. Parents highlight the hygiene practices, daily activity reports, and the owner Ms. Ann's dedication to child development and kindergarten readiness.

Caring and respectful staffsmall home-like facilitystrong academic focus
Address
4525 Aldine, St Louis, MO
Phone
(314) 652-7786
Children'S Enrichment Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Children's Enrichment Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring, knowledgeable staff, strong educational programs, and warm family-like environment. The facility consistently prepares children well above kindergarten expectations. One parent reported feeling unsupported as a single-parent household, and another cited management and staffing concerns.

caring and attentive staffstrong academic foundation and pre-reading skillsgenuine staff affection for children
Address
210 S Ewing, St Louis, MO
Phone
(314) 534-1222
Westminster Presbyterian Church Of Springfield Missouri
Church Daycare
4.3

Westminster Presbyterian Church of Springfield is praised for its welcoming and family-friendly atmosphere with relevant sermons and activities for all ages. Parents consistently highlight the loving, caring, and friendly community members who embody Christian values and social justice.

Family-friendly environmentwelcoming congregationrelevant sermons
Address
1551 E Portland, Springfield, MO
Phone
(417) 866-2712
Jefferson -Franklin Community Action Corporation
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Jefferson-Franklin Community Action Corporation is praised for helpful, compassionate staff who go above and beyond to assist families with various needs including financial assistance, employment help, and housing support. Parents consistently report positive experiences with responsive, non-judgmental service during difficult times. The organization is described as caring and efficient in processing requests.

Helpful and friendly staffcompassionate servicequick
Address
6180 Highway Mm Northwest Early Childhood Center, House Springs, MO
Phone
(636) 671-3382
Ymca-Jefferson County Branch-Festus Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
4.3

Parents consistently praise the YMCA Jefferson County Branch for its diverse programs, qualified and compassionate staff, and family-friendly environment. Members highlight the quality of childcare, swim lessons, fitness classes, and summer camps, with many reporting long-term loyalty to the facility. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, welcoming atmosphere, and accommodating instructors.

Diverse activity offeringsknowledgeable and caring staffqualified instructors
Address
1500 Midmeadow Ln, Festus, MO
Phone
(636) 937-2298
Ymca-Jefferson County Branch- Athena Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
4.3

Parents consistently praise the YMCA-Jefferson County Branch for its welcoming, family-oriented environment and quality childcare services. Reviews highlight excellent instructors, diverse activity offerings, and compassionate staff who create a community-like atmosphere. The facility is well-maintained and serves families across multiple generations.

Friendly and knowledgeable staffwide variety of classes and activitiesquality swim lessons and instructors
Address
3775 Athena School Rd, De Soto, MO
Phone
(636) 586-5287
Jefferson College
Before or After School Daycare
4.3

This appears to be a community college, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the well-maintained campus, quality academic programs, helpful staff and services, and on-campus daycare support for student parents. The facility offers flexible learning options including trade school education, associate degrees, and online classes.

Well-maintained campuswell-stocked libraryquality ceramics and trade programs
Address
1000 Viking Dr, Hillsboro, MO
Phone
(636) 481-3299
Ymca-Jefferson County Branch-Hillsboro Primary
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise the YMCA-Jefferson County Branch for its friendly, knowledgeable staff and wide variety of activities including childcare, fitness classes, swim lessons, and summer camps. Reviewers highlight the quality of instruction, clean facilities, and family-oriented atmosphere. Many report long-term membership and strong community connections.

Friendly and knowledgeable staffvariety of classes and activitiesquality instructors
Address
101 Leon Hall Pky, Hillsboro, MO
Phone
(636) 789-9926
Queen Of Angels Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
625 S Jefferson, Springfield, MO
Phone
(417) 869-9842
South Central Missouri Community Action Agency
Headstart Programs
4.3
Address
209 N Main St, Piedmont, MO
Phone
(573) 223-7156
Ozarks Family Ymca INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

This facility is highly rated for its clean, well-maintained gym environment and friendly staff. Parents appreciate the variety of fitness equipment, sports programs for youth, and classes for adults. The YMCA is valued as an important community resource for health and wellness.

Clean facilityfriendly and organized staffvariety of equipment (free weights
Address
1 Ymca Dr, Mountain Grove, MO
Phone
(417) 926-6737
Little Blessing Learning Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
600 Wilkes Blvd, Columbia, MO
Phone
(573) 442-8479
Hickman Mills C-1 School District
Before or After School Daycare
4.3

Freda Markley Elementary School receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising exceptional staff dedication, inclusive special education services, and strong academic outcomes. Most reviewers highlight warm, caring teachers and comprehensive parent engagement. One negative review raises concerns about behavioral support and staff training for children with ADHD/ODD.

Dedicated and caring staff at all levelsexcellent special education servicesinclu
Address
9201 E Bannister Rd, Kansas City, MO
Phone
(816) 316-8501
Learn A Lot Academy
Headstart Programs
4.3

Learn A Lot Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, patient staff and strong communication about children's learning and development. However, one long-time parent reported serious concerns about a recent change in management, including inconsistent discipline policies and feeling their children were treated unfairly.

Friendly and caring staffstrong parent communicationchildren excited to attend
Address
9812 E 66th St, Raytown, MO
Phone
(816) 356-3514
Little Learner INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Little Learner Inc. for its caring teachers, educational curriculum, and welcoming atmosphere. Families report long-term satisfaction with multiple children attending, and children are well-prepared for kindergarten and beyond. The facility offers diverse programming including preschool, summer camp, and before/after school care with engaging activities.

Experienced and friendly teachersattentive owners who are presentstructured curriculum
Address
800 Se Church St, Lees Summit, MO
Phone
(816) 554-8100

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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.