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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Mount Vernon, MO

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Mount Vernon. Average rating: 4.3/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Mount Vernon, Missouri at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.3/5
Parent reviews
21
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Mount Vernon has 2 licensed child daycare & preschools with 21 parent reviews averaging 4.3/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Mount Vernon

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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    Step By Step Child Development Center
    3.68 score
    3.6(20)

    621 W Sloan St, Mount Vernon, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 57 children

    Step by Step Child Development Center in Mount Vernon, Missouri receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the staff's warmth, personalized attention, strong curriculum, and excellent communication with families. Parents report their children are happy, advanced developmentally, and treat the center as a second home.

    Caring and dedicated staffpersonalized attention to individual children's needsengaging and balanced curriculumstrong parent-teacher communication

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Mount Vernon

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Mount Vernon, based on parent reviews

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.3avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Mount Vernon (20–95 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Mount Vernon based on parent reviews

Great Beginnings Daycare

5(1)

900 W Sloan, Mount Vernon, MO

One parent describes this center-based daycare as absolutely amazing, highlighting that their son enjoys his days, learns new things, and interacts with nice staff. The reviewer also notes that the facility is extremely affordable and considers it an ideal choice.

engaging learning activitiesfriendly employeesaffordable pricing

Step By Step Child Development Center

3.6(20)

621 W Sloan St, Mount Vernon, MO

Step by Step Child Development Center in Mount Vernon, Missouri receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the staff's warmth, personalized attention, strong curriculum, and excellent communication with families. Parents report their children are happy, advanced developmentally, and treat the center as a second home.

Caring and dedicated staffpersonalized attention to individual children's needsengaging and balanced curriculum

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Daycare types in Mount Vernon

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Headstart Programs 2

Child Daycare & Preschools in Mount Vernon, Missouri

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Mount Vernon, 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Mount Vernon have an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.3 stars. Our analysis covers 21 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Mount Vernon, 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 Mount Vernon

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Great Beginnings Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes this center-based daycare as absolutely amazing, highlighting that their son enjoys his days, learns new things, and interacts with nice staff. The reviewer also notes that the facility is extremely affordable and considers it an ideal choice.

engaging learning activitiesfriendly employeesaffordable pricing
Address
900 W Sloan, Mount Vernon, MO
Phone
(417) 466-0219
Step By Step Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Step by Step Child Development Center in Mount Vernon, Missouri receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the staff's warmth, personalized attention, strong curriculum, and excellent communication with families. Parents report their children are happy, advanced developmentally, and treat the center as a second home.

Caring and dedicated staffpersonalized attention to individual children's needsengaging and balanced curriculum
Address
621 W Sloan St, Mount Vernon, MO
Phone
(417) 466-2459

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Mount Vernon, Missouri, out of 4 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 Mount Vernon have an average Google rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Mount Vernon, 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
Mount Vernon offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 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 Mount Vernon for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Mount Vernon 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.