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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Gainesville, MO

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Gainesville. Average rating: 4.6/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Gainesville, Missouri at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.6/5
Parent reviews
20
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Gainesville has 3 licensed child daycare & preschools with 20 parent reviews averaging 4.6/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Gainesville

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
    Ozark Action INC.
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    7886 State Highway 5, Gainesville, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

    NOTE: The reviews provided do not appear to be for the daycare center listed. The reviews describe Ozark Action Inc. as a community assistance organization offering utility bill help, weatherization services, fingerprinting, educational support, and financial resources. No reviews mention childcare or daycare services. All reviewers praise the staff as friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely helpful.

    Friendly and respectful staffknowledgeable about community resourcesquick service timeshelpful with utilities and bills

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Gainesville

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Gainesville (20–20 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Gainesville based on parent reviews

Ozark Action INC.

4.6(20)

7886 State Highway 5, Gainesville, MO

NOTE: The reviews provided do not appear to be for the daycare center listed. The reviews describe Ozark Action Inc. as a community assistance organization offering utility bill help, weatherization services, fingerprinting, educational support, and financial resources. No reviews mention childcare or daycare services. All reviewers praise the staff as friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely helpful.

Friendly and respectful staffknowledgeable about community resourcesquick service times

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Gainesville, Missouri

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Gainesville, 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 Gainesville have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.6 stars. Our analysis covers 20 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Gainesville, 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 Gainesville

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Ozark Action INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

NOTE: The reviews provided do not appear to be for the daycare center listed. The reviews describe Ozark Action Inc. as a community assistance organization offering utility bill help, weatherization services, fingerprinting, educational support, and financial resources. No reviews mention childcare or daycare services. All reviewers praise the staff as friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely helpful.

Friendly and respectful staffknowledgeable about community resourcesquick service times
Address
7886 State Highway 5, Gainesville, MO
Phone
(417) 679-4340
Koala Bear Daycare & Learning Center Of Gainesville LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
57 Hill Springs Dr, Gainesville, MO
Phone
(417) 683-1085
Jump! Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
231 Bulldog Dr, Gainesville, MO
Phone
(417) 989-9853

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Gainesville, Missouri. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Gainesville have an average Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Gainesville, 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 Gainesville for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Gainesville 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.