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1,615 Child Daycare & Preschools in Missouri

Browse 1,615 child daycare & preschools across Missouri. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Missouri

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Missouri can make the decision-making process smoother.

Missouri has about 2,331 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Missouri. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Missouri

There are 2,331 daycares in Missouri: 232 headstart facilities, 249 before/after school centers, 235 religious facility daycares, and 1,615 childcare and preschool centers.

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Delmar Gardens Of O'Fallon L.L.C.
Child Daycare & Preschools

NOTE: This is a skilled nursing/memory care facility, not a daycare. Reviews are highly polarized, with some praising compassionate care from nursing staff and management, while others report serious concerns including understaffing, poor hygiene, medication errors, neglectful care, and rude staff behavior.

Compassionate and caring nursing staffwelcoming atmosphereattentive head nurses
Address
7068 S Outer Road 364, O Fallon, MO
Phone
(636) 240-6100
Kiddie Academy Of O'Fallon
Child Daycare & Preschools

Kiddie Academy of O'Fallon receives uniformly positive reviews from parents. All 10 recent reviews are 5-star ratings praising the staff, curriculum, cleanliness, and developmental progress of children. Parents consistently highlight feeling confident leaving their children in the facility's care.

Excellent staff and teachershigh-quality curriculumclean and safe facility
Address
4088 Winghaven Blvd, O Fallon, MO
Phone
(636) 265-3444
The Goddard School
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School in St. Peters receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, strong curriculum, and positive learning environment. Children show enthusiasm for attending and demonstrate academic progress, with parents reporting their children are happy, engaged, and well-prepared for kindergarten.

Caring and friendly staff with low turnoverstrong curriculum with varied learning activitiessafe and clean environment
Address
700 Old Salt Lick Rd, St Peters, MO
Phone
(636) 397-0399
Youth In Need
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
417 S Church St, St Peters, MO
Phone
(636) 387-1955
Future Stars Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
411 W Pearce Blvd, Wentzville, MO
Phone
(636) 887-2273
Kids R Kids - Wentzville
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Kids R Kids Wentzville as an exceptional daycare with a strong focus on learning, child development, and care. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show measurable academic and social progress. The facility offers convenient hours, transparent monitoring through cameras and daily reports, and affordable tuition relative to services provided.

Caring and nurturing staffchildren excited to attendstrong academic curriculum including reading/writing/math
Address
1020 Meyer Rd, Wentzville, MO
Phone
(636) 327-0788
Just 4 Us Childcare INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools

Just 4 Us Childcare in St Charles receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring and attentive staff. Parents highlight strong communication through daily updates, safety measures including classroom cameras, and educational activities that prepare children for school. Multiple families report long-term enrollment and would recommend the facility.

Warm and friendly staffdaily communication via Tadpoles with photos/videosin-room cameras for parent monitoring
Address
2559 Raymond Dr, St Charles, MO
Phone
(636) 493-6030
The Goddard School
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise The Goddard School O'Fallon for its nurturing, family-like environment and exceptional staff retention. Children show strong development, enthusiasm for attending, and form lasting friendships and memories. Leadership is described as responsive and accommodating, with teachers who provide individualized attention and care.

Low teacher turnovercaring and patient staffstrong developmental focus
Address
9008 Phoenix Pky, O Fallon, MO
Phone
(636) 561-8559
The Goddard School
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School of St. Charles receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, engaging STEAM-based curriculum, and strong kindergarten preparation. Parents consistently highlight the warm, welcoming environment and excellent communication with families.

Warm and caring staffSTEAM-based curriculumkindergarten readiness
Address
1402 Gettysburg Landing Road, St Charles, MO
Phone
(636) 441-9037
World Of Little People INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
128 E Elm St, O Fallon, MO
Phone
(636) 272-6188
Kindercare Education LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare Education's St. Peters location for exceptional staff care, strong teacher-parent communication, and positive developmental outcomes for children of all ages. The center is noted for being welcoming, clean, and using technology effectively to keep parents informed.

Caring and loving teachersstrong director leadershipexcellent communication with parents
Address
4150 S Cloverleaf Dr, St Peters, MO
Phone
(636) 928-5711
Big Top Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1123 Charm Villa Dr, Jefferson City, MO
Phone
(573) 893-7312
Boys And Girls Club Of Jefferson City
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
301 Pioneer Trail Dr, Jefferson City, MO
Phone
(573) 634-2582
Cre8tive Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
116 Commerce Dr, Jefferson City, MO
Phone
(573) 556-5559
Ctmk Ulrich LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1514 Saint Marys Blvd, Jefferson City, MO
Phone
(573) 635-2777
Sweet Springs Rvii School District
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
600 E Marshall Sweet Springs Preschool, Sweet Springs, MO
Phone
(660) 335-6348
Sparta R3 School District
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
113 Division St, Sparta, MO
Phone
(417) 634-3223
Kare A Lot Child Development Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1429 Farrar St, St Louis, MO
Phone
(314) 327-4839
Angels Among Us Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
205 N Folger St, Carrollton, MO
Phone
(660) 542-0247
Ymca Wildwood Branch Summer Fun Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools

Reviews for Wildwood YMCA are overwhelmingly positive, with all 5-star ratings praising the facility's cleanliness, friendly and knowledgeable staff, and diverse programs. Parents highlight excellent customer service, quality equipment, and family-friendly offerings including fitness classes, swimming lessons, sports programs, and summer camps. The facility is described as well-maintained and welcoming to long-term members.

Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and knowledgeable staffquality fitness equipment
Address
2641 Highway 109, Wildwood, MO
Phone
(636) 458-6636
Shining Stars Academic Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
10551 Ambassador Dr, Kansas City, MO
Phone
(816) 880-9996
Eager Hearts Preschool LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3663 N High St, Jackson, MO
Phone
(573) 204-9161
The Way Preschool - Weekday Early Ed
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
301 E Highland, Nevada, MO
Phone
(417) 667-6036
Ucp Preschool (United Cerebral Palsy)
Child Daycare & Preschools

UCP Preschool receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the patient, attentive staff and excellent care, particularly for children with special needs. Children are reported to love attending and forming strong friendships.

Patient and attentive staffexcellent teachersgood staff-to-student ratios (10:2)
Address
3303 Frederick Ave, St Joseph, MO
Phone
(816) 364-3836
Faithworks Early Care & Education Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
507 W 2nd St, Holden, MO
Phone
(816) 732-4788
Bright Beginnings Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
358 W Summit St, Marshall, MO
Phone
(660) 831-0526
Lester E. Cox Medical Centers
Child Daycare & Preschools

This is not a daycare center—it is Lester E. Cox Medical Center, a hospital in Branson, Missouri. The reviews provided are for hospital care, not childcare services, making this an incorrect listing classification.

Friendly and professional staffattentive doctorsefficient emergency care
Address
1192 Bird Rd, Branson, MO
Phone
(417) 348-8810
Kindercare Education LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare South County location for exceptional staff, caring teachers, and strong communication with families. Children show happiness, confidence, and academic preparedness. The facility is so highly regarded that multiple families have made major life decisions, including relocating, to continue using this center.

Warm and compassionate staffinvolved directors (Ms. AngieMs. Whitney)
Address
4105 Telegraph Rd, St Louis, MO
Phone
(314) 892-1627
Mothers Day Out Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
101 N 10th St, Columbia, MO
Phone
(573) 449-6964
Kiddie Korral Daycare And Learning Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3 Cemetery Ln, Thayer, MO
Phone
(417) 264-3535

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1,615 child daycare & preschools daycares across Missouri. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Missouri are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Missouri's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Missouri, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Missouri sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Missouri vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.