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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Anderson, MO

Compare 1 child daycare & preschools in Anderson. Average rating: 4.6/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Anderson, Missouri at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.6/5
Parent reviews
14
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Anderson offers 1 licensed child daycare & preschools, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 4.6/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Anderson

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    Economic Security Corporation Of Southwest Area
    4.35 score
    4.6(7)

    713 S Anderson St, Anderson, MO · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 8 children

    Economic Security Corporation of Southwest Area receives mostly positive reviews praising staff helpfulness and community support. Parents highlight assistance beyond childcare, including housing and food support. One reviewer reported funding limitations despite qualifying.

    helpful and understanding staffassistance with housing and foodgood advicecommunity support
  2. 2
    Economic Security Corporation Of Southwest Area
    4.35 score
    4.6(7)

    712 S 59 Hwy, Anderson, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 54 children

    Parents praise the staff, particularly Gail and Gale, for being helpful, understanding, and going above and beyond to assist families in need. The organization is recognized for providing food assistance and housing support to the community. One reviewer reported difficulties accessing funding despite qualifying.

    Helpful and understanding staffhousing assistancefood assistancecommunity support

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Anderson

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Anderson, based on parent reviews

Headstart Programs

4.6avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.6avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Anderson (8–54 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Anderson based on parent reviews

Economic Security Corporation Of Southwest Area

4.6(7)

712 S 59 Hwy, Anderson, MO

Parents praise the staff, particularly Gail and Gale, for being helpful, understanding, and going above and beyond to assist families in need. The organization is recognized for providing food assistance and housing support to the community. One reviewer reported difficulties accessing funding despite qualifying.

Helpful and understanding staffhousing assistancefood assistance

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Daycare types in Anderson

Child Daycare & Preschools 1Headstart Programs 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Anderson, Missouri

There are 1 child daycare & preschools in Anderson, Missouri, making up 50% of the 2 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Anderson have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.6 stars. Our analysis covers 14 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Anderson, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Anderson

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Economic Security Corporation Of Southwest Area
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents praise the staff, particularly Gail and Gale, for being helpful, understanding, and going above and beyond to assist families in need. The organization is recognized for providing food assistance and housing support to the community. One reviewer reported difficulties accessing funding despite qualifying.

Helpful and understanding staffhousing assistancefood assistance
Address
712 S 59 Hwy, Anderson, MO
Phone
(417) 845-6644

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 child daycare & preschools daycares in Anderson, Missouri, out of 2 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Anderson have an average Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Anderson, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Missouri's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Missouri)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Anderson offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 1 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Missouri typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Anderson for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Anderson must be licensed by Missouri's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.