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2 Child Daycare & Preschools in Clayton, Missouri

Browse all 2 child daycare & preschools in Clayton, Missouri. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Clayton

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.

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    Clayton Early Childhood Center
    3.87 score
    3.8(10)

    1 Oak Knoll Park, Clayton, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

    CECC receives mixed reviews with strong praise from satisfied long-term families but significant concerns from others. Positive reviews highlight consistent staffing, caring teachers, and low illness rates, while negative reviews cite discrepancies between advertised services and actual experience, poor COVID-19 communication, staffing inconsistencies, and unprofessional handling of concerns.

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Highest rated daycares in Clayton based on parent reviews

Clayton Early Childhood Center

3.8(10)

1 Oak Knoll Park, Clayton, MO

CECC receives mixed reviews with strong praise from satisfied long-term families but significant concerns from others. Positive reviews highlight consistent staffing, caring teachers, and low illness rates, while negative reviews cite discrepancies between advertised services and actual experience, poor COVID-19 communication, staffing inconsistencies, and unprofessional handling of concerns.

Consistent teachers and low staff turnovercaring and experienced stafff

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Daycare types in Clayton

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Clayton, Missouri

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Clayton, Missouri, making up 50% of the 4 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.

When choosing a daycare in Clayton, 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 Clayton

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Clayton Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

CECC receives mixed reviews with strong praise from satisfied long-term families but significant concerns from others. Positive reviews highlight consistent staffing, caring teachers, and low illness rates, while negative reviews cite discrepancies between advertised services and actual experience, poor COVID-19 communication, staffing inconsistencies, and unprofessional handling of concerns.

Consistent teachers and low staff turnovercaring and experienced stafff
Address
1 Oak Knoll Park, Clayton, MO
Phone
(314) 725-2325
Goodvibe School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
7530 Maryland Ave, Clayton, MO
Phone
(314) 727-8423

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Clayton, Missouri, out of 4 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Clayton, 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
Clayton offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 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 Clayton for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Clayton 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.