How do I choose the right daycare in Smithville?

When choosing a daycare in Smithville, 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

Child Daycare & Preschools in Smithville, Missouri (7 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 Smithville for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Smithville

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.

Gcc Preschool

4.62 score

4.9(11)

1520 Dd Hwy, Smithville, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

The reviews provided are for a church facility, not the GCC Preschool daycare center. Reviews praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, pastor, and community involvement, but contain no information about daycare services, staff, curriculum, or child care quality.

Welcoming communitystrong faith-based environmentquality facilityactive community programs like MOPS group

A Step Above L.L.C.

4.39 score

4.5(18)

303 N Hwy 169, Smithville, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 71 children

A Step Above LLC is a highly-rated center-based daycare in Smithville, Missouri with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the caring, attentive staff who help children thrive emotionally and academically, noting significant positive changes in their children's development and confidence. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and providing strong communication and engaging activities.

Caring and attentive staffchild development and learning outcomesclean facilityfrequent photo communication

Child Daycare & Preschools in Smithville, Missouri

There are 7 child daycare & preschools in Smithville, Missouri. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Smithville, 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 7 child daycare & preschools daycares in Smithville, Missouri. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Smithville, 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 Smithville for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Smithville 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.

7 Child Daycare & Preschools in Smithville, Missouri

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Smithville

Top Rated

Gcc Preschool

A Step Above L.L.C.

Just Like Home Kids INC

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