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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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Bright Beginnings Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

One parent describes a negative experience marked by poor communication, administrative errors, and unprofessional staff behavior, while others highlight caring teachers and a welcoming environment. The feedback presents conflicting views, with some families expressing high satisfaction and others citing significant operational failures. Pros include attentive staff and happy children, while cons involve poor communication, misplaced children, and unprofessional interactions.

Caring and attentive staff
Address
101 Weber Dr, St Clair, MO
Phone
(636) 629-3330
Young Hearts Learning Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Young Hearts Learning Center receives mixed reviews with stark contrasts. Six parents gave 5-star ratings praising the staff's friendliness, developmental activities, flexibility, and care quality. However, four 1-star reviews raised serious concerns including allegations of inappropriate touching, hygiene issues (bed bugs, diaper rash from product changes), staff rudeness, and other safety concerns.

Friendly and responsive staffflexible scheduling and hoursdevel
Address
1420 Gravois Rd, High Ridge, MO
Phone
(636) 677-6776
Tri-County Ymca Of The Ozarks
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Reviews are mixed, with ratings ranging from 2-5 stars. While visitors praise the friendly staff, clean facility, and variety of equipment, the facility faces significant criticism for lack of amenities (particularly a pool despite lakeside location), outdated equipment, maintenance issues, and inconsistent front desk customer service.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean facilityconvenient location
Address
1501 School Rd, Lake Ozark, MO
Phone
(573) 348-9230
Kody'S Learn - N - Develop Childcare Center LLC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Parents consistently praise KODY'S LEARN - N - DEVELOP as a family-oriented daycare with friendly, caring staff who make children feel at home. Children show strong developmental progress including school readiness and potty training success. The center creates a comfortable environment for both children and parents.

Friendly and caring stafffamily-owned atmospheredevelopmental progress (school readiness
Address
6016 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO
Phone
(816) 841-0397
St. Andrew Preschool
Church Daycare
3.8

Reviewers highlight the school's warm, family-like atmosphere and the staff's deep care for individual students, noting that children learn social skills and academics through play. One family described the experience so positively that they wished for a seven-out-of-five rating, while another praised the educational approach.

warm and intimate family atmospherecaring staffindividual attention to students
Address
804 N Cape Rock Dr, Cape Girardeau, MO
Phone
(573) 335-8589
The Soulfisher Ministries
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

THE SOULFISHER MINISTRIES is a center-based program in St. Louis with highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the facility's cleanliness, staff dedication, and transformative impact on participants in their AGAPE program. Negative reviews cite issues with accreditation loss, poor participant treatment, withheld belongings, and disrespectful staff conduct.

Clean facilityfast and polite servicededicated staff
Address
1950 Nemnich Rd, St Louis, MO
Phone
(314) 315-6531
Park Crest Day Care Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Park Crest Day Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring staff, safe facilities, Christian-based curriculum, and strong director leadership under Mrs. Rhonda. Children reportedly enjoy attending and parents feel confident in the center's care and responsiveness.

caring and dedicated staffsafe facilities with security featuresresponsive to parents
Address
2220 W Chesterfield Blvd, Springfield, MO
Phone
(417) 447-9002
Kids Academy INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Parents consistently praise Kids Academy Weldon Spring for its caring, professional staff, clean facilities, and curriculum-based program. They highlight excellent communication through daily updates and photos, and note that children are happy and comfortable at the center. Multiple reviewers mention specific teachers by name and credit the low staff turnover as a significant advantage.

Caring and loving staffclean and safe facilitiescurriculum-based learning
Address
6016 Weldon Spring Pkwy, Weldon Spring, MO
Phone
(636) 329-1960
Holy Trinity Preschool
Church Daycare
3.8

One parent describes the preschool as a great place, while another notes their daughter did very well there in 2016. Conversely, a third review criticizes the facility for using school items only for registration purposes without providing actual support.

Great environmentpositive outcomes for children
Address
5901 E 135th St, Grandview, MO
Phone
(816) 763-3211
New Life Little Arrows
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

New Life Little Arrows receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, clean facility, and strong educational curriculum. Parents highlight significant academic progress in their children, including readiness for kindergarten and admission to gifted programs. The faith-based, Black-owned center is commended for its nurturing environment and individual attention to each child's needs.

Caring and friendly staffclean facilitystrong academic curriculum (Abeka program)
Address
1170 Wiethaupt Rd, Florissant, MO
Phone
(314) 839-5800
Kody'S Learn - N - Develop Childcare Center LLC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Parents consistently praise KODY'S LEARN - N - DEVELOP CHILDCARE CENTER for its friendly, family-oriented staff and welcoming environment. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and show strong developmental progress, including school readiness and potty training success. The center is described as a comfortable, supportive setting for both children and parents.

friendly and caring stafffamily-owned and operatedchildren love attending
Address
7714 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO
Phone
(816) 361-0683
California United Methodist Playschool
Church Daycare
3.8

One parent highlights the welcoming nature of the church community, describing the people as lovely and loving. No specific feedback regarding childcare operations or facilities is provided in the available review.

welcoming communityfriendly staff
Address
201 S Oak St, California, MO
Phone
(573) 796-2792
Broseley Preschool & Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Feedback for Broseley Preschool & Daycare is mixed, with one parent reporting that their child enjoys attending the center. Conversely, another reviewer strongly warns against the facility, citing serious concerns regarding safety and cleanliness.

Child enjoys attending
Address
2697 County Road 650, Broseley, MO
Phone
(573) 328-1154
Child Prodigy Children'S Center - South
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Child Prodigy Children's Center - South receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the staff's genuine care, communication, and individualized attention to children's needs. Parents highlight the center's clean facilities, age-appropriate curriculum, and strong teacher-parent collaboration, with many noting significant developmental progress in their children. The center is particularly commended for supporting children with emotional or behavioral challenges and helping them thrive.

Staff genuinely care and are invested in children's successExcellent communication and daily updates with parentsClean facilities with age-appropriate materials
Address
1251 Se Century Dr, Lees Summit, MO
Phone
(816) 246-7130
Tri-State Family Young Men'S Christian Association
Before or After School Daycare
3.7

Parents praise the Tri-State Family YMCA in Neosho for its friendly staff, clean facilities, and welcoming family atmosphere. The facility is noted as a safe place for children with popular amenities including a warm pool and exercise classes. One reviewer mentioned limited pool hours and exercise class availability as minor drawbacks.

Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitieswarm pool
Address
301 Big Spring Dr, Neosho, MO
Phone
(417) 451-8620
Tri-State Family Young Men'S Christian Association
Before or After School Daycare
3.7

Reviews praise the Tri-State Family YMCA in Neosho for its friendly staff, clean facilities, and welcoming family atmosphere. Parents appreciate the swimming pool, fitness classes, and safe environment for children. One reviewer noted limited pool hours and exercise class availability.

Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitieswarm pool
Address
4701 Chouteau St, Neosho, MO
Phone
(417) 455-9999
Tri-State Family Young Men'S Christian Association
Before or After School Daycare
3.7

Parents praise Tri-State Family YMCA in Neosho for its welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and clean facilities. Reviews highlight positive experiences with swimming, fitness classes, and family-oriented programming. The facility is described as a safe, enjoyable place for children and adults.

Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitieswarm pool
Address
1111 Wornall Rd, Neosho, MO
Phone
(417) 451-8640
Tri-State Family Young Men'S Christian Association
Before or After School Daycare
3.7

Parents consistently praise the Neosho YMCA for its friendly staff, clean facilities, and welcoming atmosphere. The facility is noted as a safe, fun place for families with popular amenities including a warm pool and exercise classes. Most reviewers express satisfaction and appreciation for having this resource in their community.

friendly staffclean facilitieswarm pool
Address
12350 Norway Rd, Neosho, MO
Phone
(417) 451-8690
Tri-State Family Young Men'S Christian Association
Before or After School Daycare
3.7

Parents praise the Tri-State Family YMCA in Neosho for its welcoming atmosphere, cleanliness, and friendly staff. The facility offers swimming, water aerobics, fitness classes, and a safe environment for children and families. Most reviewers express strong satisfaction with their membership experience.

Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitywarm pool
Address
1120 Carl Sweeney Pky, Neosho, MO
Phone
(417) 451-8610
Stay N' Play Day Care/Pre School INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

One parent highlights the facility's state licensing, certified staff, and active ownership, noting that their children enjoyed the program. In contrast, a former attendee reports negative experiences, including poor maintenance, unfair treatment of staff children, and unresolved bullying.

State licensed facilitycertified teacherslarge indoor and outdoor playgrounds
Address
1151 N Main St, Ste Genevieve, MO
Phone
(573) 883-9881
Abundant Blessings Christian Day Care And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Abundant Blessings receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the staff's patience, kindness, and genuine care for children. Parents report their children are excited to attend and feel safe leaving them there. One parent left a negative review with no details provided.

Patient and kind teacherschildren excited to attenddaily reports and pictures provided
Address
303 Second St, Park Hills, MO
Phone
(573) 431-5575
Wonder Years
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Parents highlight Mrs. Tracey’s leadership and a structured, engaging curriculum that fosters strong teacher-child relationships and developmental progress. Reviewers appreciate the clear communication and calm environment, noting their children enjoy attending and have had no complaints over multiple years.

structured curriculumclear communicationengaging environment
Address
7104 Twin Chimneys Blvd, O Fallon, MO
Phone
(636) 978-3240
Kids Unlimited
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Kids Unlimited receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, educational programs, and developmental support for children. One parent reported a negative experience involving alleged discriminatory treatment during an inquiry visit. The facility appears to be well-regarded by families currently enrolled.

Caring and dedicated staffstrong educational and developmental programsemotional support for children
Address
1108 Fairgrounds Rd, Jefferson City, MO
Phone
(573) 893-7123
Steelville R-III School District
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

One parent describes the school as wonderful and caring, while another criticizes the district for having the highest taxes in the state and some of the lowest test scores, noting that teachers work only four days a week.

caring staffwonderful environment
Address
817 W Main St, Steelville, MO
Phone
(573) 775-3924
Playtime Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Playtime Academy LLC receives mixed reviews with strong praise for staff friendliness, curriculum quality, and child engagement, but significant complaints about strict late pickup policies and inconsistent rule enforcement. Multiple parents report children being denied care or sent home for minor tardiness, with concerns about unprofessional handling of incidents.

Patient and caring staffengaging curriculumclean facility
Address
3739 Page Blvd, St Louis, MO
Phone
(314) 534-0530
Creative Discoveries Preschool & Daycare LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Parent feedback for Creative Discoveries Preschool & Daycare is currently limited and overwhelmingly negative, with one reviewer citing rude and dismissive staff interactions. Another comment simply advises against recommending the center without providing specific details.

Address
115 Hickory St, Camdenton, MO
Phone
(573) 317-0225
Imagination Station Of Marshfield
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

One parent describes the center as a 'child's dream come true' with extensive exploration opportunities. The facility offers pre-school for ages 2-5 and after-school classes for K-6th grade, operating on the school district's schedule with both part-time and full-day options.

Child-friendly environmentExtensive exploration opportunitiesPre-school for ages 2-5
Address
110 Commercial, Ste 102, Marshfield, MO
Phone
(417) 859-6055
Bright Beginnings Academy LLC
Headstart Programs
3.7

One parent highlights Bright Beginnings Academy as exceptional childcare, citing three years of positive experience. The reviewer specifically praises the staff's kindness and the facility's clear, consistent communication.

caring staffexcellent communicationpositive social environment
Address
305 N Park Ln, Odessa, MO
Phone
(816) 263-1735
Kim'S Kids Of Missouri INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Parents consistently praise Kim's Kids for its caring, professional staff who treat children with love and support their development in academics and social skills. Multiple reviewers highlight the director Sherry's flexibility and responsiveness, as well as the strong bonds formed between staff and children. Families report high satisfaction with their overall experience.

Kind and loving staffsafe environmentchild development support (letters
Address
720 N Leonard, St Louis, MO
Phone
(314) 531-1133
High Ridge Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

One parent describes a fun, reasonably priced learning atmosphere with a wonderful manager and staff, while another caller reports being ignored on the phone when inquiring about availability and costs. These few reviews highlight both strong staff interactions and significant communication barriers for prospective families.

fun learning atmospherereasonably pricedwonderful manager
Address
3028 High Ridge Blvd, High Ridge, MO
Phone
(636) 677-5909

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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.