How do I choose the right daycare in Mexico?

When choosing a daycare in Mexico, 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

What types of daycare are available in Mexico?

Mexico offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Church 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.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Mexico, Missouri (3 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Missouri?

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 Mexico for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Mexico

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.

Benjamin Brenda Kay

4.48 score

4.6(20)

409 W Love St, Mexico, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

Unable to provide a summary. The reviews submitted are for Century 21 real estate services in Mexico, Missouri, not for Benjamin Brenda Kay daycare center. No actual daycare reviews are available for analysis.

None - reviews are for real estate servicesnot daycare

Mexico Area Family Ymca INC.

4.4 score

4.5(20)

307 W Jackson, Mexico, MO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 20 children

Mexico Area Family YMCA receives consistently high praise from members. Reviews highlight excellent facilities, friendly staff, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Members appreciate the variety of amenities and classes available to families.

clean and well-maintained facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffindoor poolgym equipment and weight machines

Mexico Area Family Ymca INC.

4.4 score

4.5(20)

1127 Adams St, Mexico, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children

Reviews consistently praise the Mexico Area Family YMCA for its clean, well-maintained facilities and friendly staff. Parents highlight the quality amenities including an indoor pool, workout equipment, exercise classes, and basketball courts. The facility is described as a valuable community resource suitable for families of all ages.

Clean facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffindoor poolquality weight machines

Central Missouri Community Action

3.59 score

3.3(7)

801 E Breckenridge St, Mexico, MO · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 52 children

Parents praise the caring and respectful staff at this Head Start facility. However, multiple parents report serious administrative failures, particularly with document handling, voicemail follow-up, and energy assistance application processing that has resulted in utility shutoffs.

Caring staffrespectful and nice employeesgood food quality and assortment

Child Daycare & Preschools in Mexico, Missouri

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Mexico, Missouri, making up 60% of the 5 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 Mexico, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Mexico, Missouri, out of 5 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 Mexico, 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

Mexico offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Church 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 Mexico for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Mexico 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.

3 Child Daycare & Preschools in Mexico, Missouri

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Mexico

Top Rated

Benjamin Brenda Kay

Mexico Area Family Ymca INC.

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