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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Cottleville, MO

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Cottleville. Average rating: 4.65/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Cottleville, Missouri at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.65/5
Parent reviews
40
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Cottleville has 2 licensed child daycare & preschools with 40 parent reviews averaging 4.65/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Cottleville

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
    Step By Step Learning Center LLC
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    5285 Highway N, Ste 107, Cottleville, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 69 children

    Step by Step Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the home-like atmosphere despite being a center-based facility. Parents highlight the caring, personable staff, age-appropriate curriculum, strong communication through daily updates and photos, and developmental focus that goes beyond basic childcare.

    Welcoming and accommodating staffhome-like environmentwell-designed curriculumregular parent communication and photos
  2. 2
    Great Beginnings Daycare & Preschool L.C.
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    1401 Cottleville Pkwy, Cottleville, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 156 children

    Great Beginnings Daycare & Preschool in Cottleville receives consistently high praise from parents who report their children thrive in the caring, nurturing environment. Parents highlight the dedicated teachers, engaging curriculum, clean facility, and responsive management as standout features. The daycare offers transparency through cameras and daily activity reports, giving parents confidence in their children's care and development.

    Dedicated and caring teacherssupportive learning environmentclean and safe facilityresponsive director and management

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Cottleville

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

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Cottleville (69–156 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Cottleville based on parent reviews

Step By Step Learning Center LLC

4.8(20)

5285 Highway N, Ste 107, Cottleville, MO

Step by Step Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the home-like atmosphere despite being a center-based facility. Parents highlight the caring, personable staff, age-appropriate curriculum, strong communication through daily updates and photos, and developmental focus that goes beyond basic childcare.

Welcoming and accommodating staffhome-like environmentwell-designed curriculum

Great Beginnings Daycare & Preschool L.C.

4.5(20)

1401 Cottleville Pkwy, Cottleville, MO

Great Beginnings Daycare & Preschool in Cottleville receives consistently high praise from parents who report their children thrive in the caring, nurturing environment. Parents highlight the dedicated teachers, engaging curriculum, clean facility, and responsive management as standout features. The daycare offers transparency through cameras and daily activity reports, giving parents confidence in their children's care and development.

Dedicated and caring teacherssupportive learning environmentclean and safe facility

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Cottleville, Missouri

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Cottleville, Missouri. 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 Cottleville have an average rating of 4.65 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.65 stars. Our analysis covers 40 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Cottleville, 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 Cottleville

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Step By Step Learning Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Step by Step Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the home-like atmosphere despite being a center-based facility. Parents highlight the caring, personable staff, age-appropriate curriculum, strong communication through daily updates and photos, and developmental focus that goes beyond basic childcare.

Welcoming and accommodating staffhome-like environmentwell-designed curriculum
Address
5285 Highway N, Ste 107, Cottleville, MO
Phone
(314) 609-9115
Great Beginnings Daycare & Preschool L.C.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Great Beginnings Daycare & Preschool in Cottleville receives consistently high praise from parents who report their children thrive in the caring, nurturing environment. Parents highlight the dedicated teachers, engaging curriculum, clean facility, and responsive management as standout features. The daycare offers transparency through cameras and daily activity reports, giving parents confidence in their children's care and development.

Dedicated and caring teacherssupportive learning environmentclean and safe facility
Address
1401 Cottleville Pkwy, Cottleville, MO
Phone
(636) 447-4212

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Cottleville, Missouri. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Cottleville have an average Google rating of 4.65 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Cottleville, 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
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 Cottleville for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Cottleville 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.