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82 Child Daycare & Preschools in Springfield, Missouri

Browse all 82 child daycare & preschools in Springfield, Missouri. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Springfield

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
    Lsp Claremont INC.
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    2937 S Claremont, Springfield, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 82 children

    LSP Claremont receives perfect 5-star ratings across all reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, engaging curriculum, and strong communication through the Playground App. Parents consistently report their children are happy, well-adjusted, and thriving both academically and socially. Multiple families have enrolled siblings or plan to continue enrollment long-term.

    Warm and caring staffsmooth transitions for new studentsengaging activities and learning curriculumdaily photo updates via app
  2. 2
    Lsp Cardinal INC.
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    201 E Cardinal, Springfield, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 88 children

    Parents consistently praise LSP Cardinal Inc. for its nurturing, clean, and educational environment where children feel loved and supported. Reviews highlight excellent staff communication through daily updates, creative activities, and the school's ability to foster learning and social-emotional growth. Parents appreciate the welcoming community atmosphere and the care shown by leadership and teaching staff.

    Caring and professional staffexcellent daily communication via app and notificationsclean and safe facilitycreative and fun activities
  3. 3

    3640 S Campbell Ave, Springfield, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Parents consistently praise Parents' Cooperative Pre-School for its warm, family-like community atmosphere and play-based learning approach. The center is highlighted for affordable pricing, small class sizes, experienced teachers, and strong parent involvement opportunities. Multiple families report significant developmental progress in their children and plan to continue enrollment.

    Affordable tuitionexperienced long-term teacherssmall class sizesplay-based learning
  4. 4
    After School Tuesday
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    1222 W Sunset St, Springfield, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    NOTE: These reviews appear to be for Sunset Church of Christ, not an after-school daycare program. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming congregation, community involvement, and quality of worship services and youth activities.

    Friendly and welcoming staff and congregationquality youth programs and Bible classesreal-world applicable sermonscommunity service opportunities
  5. 5

    622 S Pickwick, Springfield, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    A Touch of Nature Quality Child Care receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with particular praise for the caring and patient staff, especially at the Pickwick location. Parents highlight the clean facility, strong communication, engaging activities, and children's enthusiasm about attending. Multiple reviewers note their children's growth in social skills and lasting positive impressions of the center.

    caring and patient staffexcellent communication with parentsclean facilityengaging activities
  6. 6
    Springfield Dream Center
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    829 W Atlantic St, Springfield, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 49 children

    Note: Reviews appear to be for a community center, not a daycare facility. All 10 reviews (5/5 stars) praise Springfield Dream Center for its community services, compassionate leadership, and support programs including meals, education, and resources for families in need.

    Welcoming and friendly staffexcellent leadership under Jody Dowfree services (mealstax preparation
  7. 7

    1126 N Broadway Ave, Springfield, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 49 children

    Family Life Community Services in Springfield is a highly-regarded community resource hub that offers multiple services beyond traditional daycare, including classes, a community refrigerator with fresh produce, a coffee shop, and educational events. Parents consistently praise the organization for its support of underserved populations, clean facilities, helpful staff, and positive community impact.

    supportive community atmospherefree services and fresh produce availabilityeducational events and activities for childrenprofessional staff
  8. 8

    637 W Tampa St, Springfield, MO · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 40 children

    Parents consistently praise Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation for exceptional staff kindness and support. The facility is recognized as a helpful resource for families in need, offering assistance beyond childcare including household items and clothing. Reviewers appreciate the warm, friendly atmosphere and knowledgeable staff.

    Friendly and kind staffhelpful and knowledgeable employeeswarm atmosphereemergency support
  9. 9

    1042 S Douglas, Springfield, MO · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 49 children

    Parents consistently praise Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation for its compassionate and helpful staff. The facility is recognized for providing support to families in need, including childcare, emergency assistance, and access to household items and clothing. Reviewers appreciate the friendly, welcoming atmosphere and the staff's genuine care for families.

    Helpful and knowledgeable stafffriendly atmosphereemergency supportkind and warm demeanor
  10. 10

    246 N Farm Road 115, Springfield, MO · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 48 children

    Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation is a Head Start program in Springfield that receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Reviewers praise the staff for being helpful, kind, and compassionate, particularly in supporting families during emergencies and difficult times. The center is noted for providing not just childcare but also assistance with household items and resources for families in need.

    friendly and welcoming staffhelpful and knowledgeable employeesemergency supportcommunity assistance (clothing

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Springfield based on parent reviews

Lsp Claremont INC.

5(20)

2937 S Claremont, Springfield, MO

LSP Claremont receives perfect 5-star ratings across all reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, engaging curriculum, and strong communication through the Playground App. Parents consistently report their children are happy, well-adjusted, and thriving both academically and socially. Multiple families have enrolled siblings or plan to continue enrollment long-term.

Warm and caring staffsmooth transitions for new studentsengaging activities and learning curriculum

Lsp Cardinal INC.

4.9(20)

201 E Cardinal, Springfield, MO

Parents consistently praise LSP Cardinal Inc. for its nurturing, clean, and educational environment where children feel loved and supported. Reviews highlight excellent staff communication through daily updates, creative activities, and the school's ability to foster learning and social-emotional growth. Parents appreciate the welcoming community atmosphere and the care shown by leadership and teaching staff.

Caring and professional staffexcellent daily communication via app and notificationsclean and safe facility

Parents' Cooperative Pre-School, INC.

5(9)

3640 S Campbell Ave, Springfield, MO

Parents consistently praise Parents' Cooperative Pre-School for its warm, family-like community atmosphere and play-based learning approach. The center is highlighted for affordable pricing, small class sizes, experienced teachers, and strong parent involvement opportunities. Multiple families report significant developmental progress in their children and plan to continue enrollment.

Affordable tuitionexperienced long-term teacherssmall class sizes

After School Tuesday

4.8(20)

1222 W Sunset St, Springfield, MO

NOTE: These reviews appear to be for Sunset Church of Christ, not an after-school daycare program. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming congregation, community involvement, and quality of worship services and youth activities.

Friendly and welcoming staff and congregationquality youth programs and Bible classesreal-world applicable sermons

A Touch Of Nature Quality Child Care INC.

5(7)

622 S Pickwick, Springfield, MO

A Touch of Nature Quality Child Care receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with particular praise for the caring and patient staff, especially at the Pickwick location. Parents highlight the clean facility, strong communication, engaging activities, and children's enthusiasm about attending. Multiple reviewers note their children's growth in social skills and lasting positive impressions of the center.

caring and patient staffexcellent communication with parentsclean facility

Springfield Dream Center

4.7(20)

829 W Atlantic St, Springfield, MO

Note: Reviews appear to be for a community center, not a daycare facility. All 10 reviews (5/5 stars) praise Springfield Dream Center for its community services, compassionate leadership, and support programs including meals, education, and resources for families in need.

Welcoming and friendly staffexcellent leadership under Jody Dowfree services (meals

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Springfield, Missouri

There are 82 child daycare & preschools in Springfield, Missouri, making up 77% of the 106 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 Springfield, 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 Springfield

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Mothers Touch Learning Center Scenic LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.7

Mother's Touch Learning Center has overwhelmingly positive reviews praising the caring staff, clean facility, and individualized attention to children's development. However, one serious incident involved a child with autism escaping the playground unnoticed for 10-15 minutes, with the facility allegedly failing to notify the parent for 48 days and providing false statements.

Dedicated and caring staffclean and well-maintained facilitystrong focus on social-emoti
Address
3386 S Scenic Ave, Springfield, MO
Phone
(417) 823-8117
A Creative Start Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.6

A Creative Start Learning Center has highly polarized reviews, with some parents praising excellent teacher engagement, communication, and child development, while others report serious safety concerns, staff inconsistency, unprofessional behavior, and inadequate supervision. The facility appears to have significant operational and management issues that create an unsafe environment for children.

Teacher engagement and enthusiasmdaily communication with parentsch
Address
1439 E Lark, Springfield, MO
Phone
(417) 882-1344
A Creative Start Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.6

A Creative Start Learning Center has highly polarized reviews. Three parents praised the facility for attentive staff, good communication, and child development, while eight parents reported serious concerns including inadequate supervision, staff misconduct, safety issues, poor management, and lack of professionalism.

Daily communication with parentschild development and learningcaring and involved teachers
Address
1381 E Division St, Springfield, MO
Phone
(417) 832-1381
Seriously Silly Daycare And Learning Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
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Address
2121b W Republic Rd, Springfield, MO
Phone
(417) 351-8562
Ozarks Regional Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools

This facility is a YMCA gym, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the friendly staff, clean facility, and welcoming community environment. Members highlight good equipment variety, reasonable pricing with scholarship options, and a positive atmosphere.

Knowledgeable and friendly staffclean facilitygood equipment variety
Address
906 W Portland St, Springfield, MO
Phone
(417) 895-2090
Ozarks Regional Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools

These reviews appear to be for a YMCA gym facility, not a daycare center. The reviews praise the friendly and knowledgeable staff, clean facilities, variety of equipment and classes, and welcoming community atmosphere. The facility offers scholarships for low-income members and features modern equipment, though some note older sections of the building.

Friendly and knowledgeable staffclean facilitiesvariety of equipment and classes
Address
1505 S Delaware Ave, Springfield, MO
Phone
(417) 230-8422
Ozarks Regional Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools

This appears to be a YMCA gym facility rather than a daycare center. Reviews praise the friendly staff, welcoming community atmosphere, and variety of equipment and classes. Members highlight the facility's cleanliness, affordability options through scholarships, and accessible location.

Friendly and knowledgeable staffclean facilityvariety of equipment and classes
Address
4100 S Fremont Ave, Springfield, MO
Phone
(417) 888-2535
The Goddard School
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School Springfield has received overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the new ownership, improved facility, and dedicated staff. Most reviewers highlight strong curriculum, developmental focus, and caring teachers. One negative review cited high tuition costs and teacher compensation concerns.

new ownership and managementfacility renovationsdevelopmentally appropriate curriculum
Address
2238 W Kingsley St, Springfield, MO
Phone
(417) 886-6565
Preferred Family Healthcare Incorporated
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2411 W Catalpa St, Springfield, MO
Phone
(417) 862-3455
Where Families Grow LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2872 S Meadowbrook, Springfield, MO
Phone
(417) 881-5555
Ozarks Regional Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools

This facility is not a daycare center but rather a YMCA gym facility. The reviews are for gym membership and fitness services, not childcare. Reviews consistently praise the friendly staff, clean facilities, equipment variety, and welcoming community atmosphere.

Friendly and knowledgeable staffclean facilitiesgood equipment variety
Address
2210 E Aa State Hwy, Springfield, MO
Phone
(417) 523-0432
Ozarks Regional Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools

NOTE: These reviews are for a YMCA gym facility, not a daycare center. The reviews cannot be used to assess daycare quality. This appears to be a data mismatch where gym reviews were provided instead of daycare reviews.

Not applicable - reviews are for gym servicesnot childcare
Address
3414 S Mentor Ave, Springfield, MO
Phone
(417) 888-2570
Ozarks Regional Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools

Note: The reviews provided are for a YMCA gym facility, not a daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the facility's friendly and knowledgeable staff, clean environment, and variety of equipment and classes. Members appreciate the welcoming community atmosphere and scholarship programs available.

Friendly and knowledgeable staffclean facilitymodern equipment and new building
Address
4051 S Scenic Ave, Springfield, MO
Phone
(417) 888-2555
Ozarks Regional Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools

Note: The reviews provided are for the Ozarks Regional YMCA gym facility, not a daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the friendly and knowledgeable staff, clean facilities, and welcoming community atmosphere. Most reviewers highlight the variety of equipment and classes available.

Friendly and knowledgeable staffclean facilitywelcoming community atmosphere
Address
2120 Barataria St, Springfield, MO
Phone
(417) 523-4800
Little Sunshine'S Playhouse And Preschool INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools

Little Sunshine's Playhouse receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring and attentive staff. Parents highlight the daily photo updates and communication app that keeps them informed throughout the day, and note that children are excited and happy attending the center.

Caring and attentive staffdaily photo updates and in-app communicationspecial attention to individual needs (including medical/dietary)
Address
2826 W Chestnut Expy, Springfield, MO
Phone
(417) 863-1600
Ozarks Regional Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools

These reviews are for a YMCA gym facility, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the friendly and knowledgeable staff, clean facilities, variety of equipment and classes, and welcoming community atmosphere. The facility offers financial aid options and has recently undergone modernization.

Friendly and knowledgeable staffclean facilitiesvariety of equipment and classes
Address
2403 S Holland Ave, Springfield, MO
Phone
(417) 888-2553
La Petite Academy INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools

La Petite Academy in Springfield receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and clean, safe facility. Parents highlight the strong educational curriculum, regular communication through the SproutAbout app, and children's enthusiasm for attending. Multiple parents report their children have thrived developmentally and are well-prepared for kindergarten.

Caring and attentive staffclean and organized facilitystrong educational curriculum
Address
1714 S Enterprise Ave, Springfield, MO
Phone
(417) 883-6665
Ozarks Regional Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools

Note: The reviews provided are for a YMCA fitness center, not a daycare facility. Reviews consistently praise the facility's friendly and knowledgeable staff, clean environment, and variety of equipment and activities. Members appreciate the welcoming community atmosphere and scholarship opportunities for low-income individuals.

Friendly and knowledgeable staffclean facilityvariety of equipment and classes
Address
901 S National Ave, Springfield, MO
Phone
(417) 836-5748
Shawn Glossip And Jessica Glossip
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3146 S Golden Ave, Springfield, MO
Phone
(417) 268-0179
The Salvation Army After School Program And Summer Day Camp
Child Daycare & Preschools

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with parents praising the staff's friendliness and welcoming approach. Families highlight the center's community support programs and assistance during difficult times. However, several reviews appear to reference general Salvation Army services rather than the after-school program specifically.

Friendly and welcoming staffhelpful community establishmentsupport programs
Address
1707 W Chestnut Expressway, Springfield, MO
Phone
(417) 862-5509
Ridgekids Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2210 W Republic Rd, Springfield, MO
Phone
(417) 885-5222
Grow To Know
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2747 E Sunshine St, Springfield, MO
Phone
(417) 881-6800

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Frequently asked questions

There are 82 child daycare & preschools daycares in Springfield, Missouri, out of 106 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 Springfield, 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
Springfield offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 82 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 7 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 9 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 8 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 Springfield for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Springfield 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.