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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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Fordland R-III School District
Before or After School Daycare
Address
252 N Center St, Fordland, MO
Phone
(417) 767-6183
Independence School District
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2611 S Lees Summit Rd, Independence, MO
Phone
(816) 521-5513
Independence School District
Before or After School Daycare
Address
15208 E 39th St S, Independence, MO
Phone
(816) 521-5467
The Young Men'S Christian Association Of St. Joseph Missouri
Church Daycare
Address
514 N 22nd St, St Joseph, MO
Phone
(816) 671-4115
Independence School District
Before or After School Daycare
Address
827 W College St, Independence, MO
Phone
(816) 521-5403
Republic Riii School District
Before or After School Daycare
Address
720 N Main St, Republic, MO
Phone
(417) 732-3670
The Goddard School
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School in St. Louis receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with seven 5-star reviews praising the warm, nurturing environment and quality curriculum. Parents consistently highlight the caring staff, strong teacher-family communication, and comprehensive developmental approach. One 1-star review criticizes poor phone communication during the enrollment process.

Warm and nurturing environmentresearch-backed curriculumattentive teachers
Address
6040 Telegraph Rd, St Louis, MO
Phone
(314) 293-1200
Central Missouri Community Action
Headstart Programs
Address
504 White, California, MO
Phone
(573) 796-3519
Growing With Grace Preschool And Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3130 S Wall Ave, Joplin, MO
Phone
(417) 781-5681
The Salvation Army After School Program And Summer Day Camp
Child Daycare & Preschools

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with parents praising the staff's friendliness and welcoming approach. Families highlight the center's community support programs and assistance during difficult times. However, several reviews appear to reference general Salvation Army services rather than the after-school program specifically.

Friendly and welcoming staffhelpful community establishmentsupport programs
Address
1707 W Chestnut Expressway, Springfield, MO
Phone
(417) 862-5509
Boys And Girls Clubs Of Greater St. Louis - Grannemann Elementary School Club
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2324 Redman Rd, St Louis, MO
Phone
(314) 953-4885
Provident INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
7047 Emma Ave, Jennings, MO
Phone
(314) 653-8070
Boys & Girls Clubs Of Greater St. Louis-Lee Hamilton Elementary School Club
Before or After School Daycare
Address
401 Powell Ave, St Louis, MO
Phone
(314) 335-8340
Bolivar After School Enrichment
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
316 N Main, Bolivar, MO
Phone
(417) 777-4810
Ozarks Regional Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools

Note: The reviews provided are for a YMCA fitness center, not a daycare facility. Reviews praise the friendly and knowledgeable staff, clean facilities, variety of equipment and classes, and welcoming community atmosphere. The facility offers scholarships for low-income members and has recently updated to a modern building.

Friendly and knowledgeable staffclean facilitiesvariety of equipment and classes
Address
1710 W Broadway, Bolivar, MO
Phone
(417) 326-3100
Innovation Learning LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
600 Maple Ave, Smithville, MO
Phone
(720) 666-1086
Apple Tree Academy - Calvary Church
Church Daycare
Address
2805 Dietrich Rd, Foristell, MO
Phone
(636) 720-1872
Ability Kc
Child Daycare & Preschools

One parent describes their son's experience as exceptional, highlighting strong bonding and care, while another praises the facility's helpfulness over a three-year period. In contrast, a separate parent reports a negative experience involving unprofessional, rude, and unorganized staff, citing poor communication and a perception that the center prioritizes profit over child welfare.

strong emotional bonding with staffexceptional care for full-time studentshelpful and supportive environment
Address
3101 Main St, Kansas City, MO
Phone
(816) 756-0780
Helping Hand Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
124 N West St, Sikeston, MO
Phone
(573) 472-3299
New Family Life Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
409 W 19th St, Higginsville, MO
Phone
(660) 584-2669
Inchworm Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1505 W 10th St, # Gh, Joplin, MO
Phone
(417) 793-7850
The Young Men'S Christian Association Of Joplin Missouri
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4954 E 20th St, Joplin, MO
Phone
(417) 625-5330
Advance R-IV School District
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
420 Industrial Dr, Advance, MO
Phone
(573) 722-3898
All Together Learning LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
201 N Broadhead Ln, Wentzville, MO
Phone
(636) 327-7316
Center For Human Services INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools

One parent highly praises the center as a wonderful establishment, while another details significant dissatisfaction with staff conduct, arbitrary rule changes, and perceived discrimination after their services were cut. The negative review cites issues with coordinator reliability, exclusion from activities, and unprofessional behavior by leadership and staff.

Wonderful establishmentstriving to improve livesgood
Address
4515 W Main St, Sedalia, MO
Phone
(660) 826-4400
Kiddie Kountry Preschool And Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1082 County Highway 311, Scott City, MO
Phone
(573) 264-1512
Mccarthy Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2710 S Belt Hwy, St Joseph, MO
Phone
(816) 279-9291
Maple Tree Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
302 N 3rd St, Savannah, MO
Phone
(816) 324-1442
Small Fry Cooperative Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
301 E Capitol Ave, Jefferson City, MO
Phone
(573) 680-9304
Chesterfield Community Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
620 N Woods Mill Rd, Chesterfield, MO
Phone
(314) 761-7797

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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.