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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Mountain Grove, MO

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Mountain Grove. Average rating: 4.6/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Mountain Grove, Missouri at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.6/5
Parent reviews
35
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Mountain Grove has 4 licensed child daycare & preschools with 35 parent reviews averaging 4.6/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 65711 zip code, averaging 4.6 stars across 5 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Mountain Grove

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.
    4.68 score
    4.9(15)

    507 W 5th St, Mountain Grove, MO · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 40 children

    Parents consistently praise Ozark Action Inc. for its exceptionally helpful and kind staff, particularly highlighting Martha and her team's willingness to go above and beyond in providing support and assistance. The facility is recognized for being responsive to family needs and offering compassionate service over many years.

    Helpful staffkind-hearted employeesgoes above and beyondknowledgeable
  2. 2
    Ozarks Family Ymca INC.
    4.24 score
    4.3(20)

    1 Ymca Dr, Mountain Grove, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 25 children

    This facility is highly rated for its clean, well-maintained gym environment and friendly staff. Parents appreciate the variety of fitness equipment, sports programs for youth, and classes for adults. The YMCA is valued as an important community resource for health and wellness.

    Clean facilityfriendly and organized staffvariety of equipment (free weightsmachines

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Mountain Grove

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Mountain Grove, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.3avg rating
4 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

4.9avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Mountain Grove zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
657115
4.6
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Mountain Grove (15–50 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Mountain Grove based on parent reviews

Ozarks Family Ymca INC.

4.3(20)

1 Ymca Dr, Mountain Grove, MO

This facility is highly rated for its clean, well-maintained gym environment and friendly staff. Parents appreciate the variety of fitness equipment, sports programs for youth, and classes for adults. The YMCA is valued as an important community resource for health and wellness.

Clean facilityfriendly and organized staffvariety of equipment (free weights

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Daycare types in Mountain Grove

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Mountain Grove, Missouri

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Mountain Grove, Missouri, making up 80% 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Mountain Grove have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.9 stars. Our analysis covers 35 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Mountain Grove, 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 Mountain Grove

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Ozarks Family Ymca INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

This facility is highly rated for its clean, well-maintained gym environment and friendly staff. Parents appreciate the variety of fitness equipment, sports programs for youth, and classes for adults. The YMCA is valued as an important community resource for health and wellness.

Clean facilityfriendly and organized staffvariety of equipment (free weights
Address
1 Ymca Dr, Mountain Grove, MO
Phone
(417) 926-6737
Manes R-V School District
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
8939 Highway 95, Mountain Grove, MO
Phone
(417) 668-5313
Junior Junction Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
405 N Main St, Mountain Grove, MO
Phone
(417) 926-1234
Under The Son LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
212 E 1st St, Mountain Grove, MO
Phone
(417) 259-9932

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Mountain Grove, Missouri, out of 5 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 Mountain Grove have an average Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Mountain Grove, 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
Mountain Grove offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 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 Mountain Grove for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Mountain Grove 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.