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Best Before or After School Daycare in Ballwin, MO

Compare 1 before or after school daycare in Ballwin. Average rating: 4.18/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Ballwin, Missouri at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.18/5
Parent reviews
119
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Ballwin has 1 licensed before or after school daycare with 119 parent reviews averaging 4.18/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 63021 zip code, averaging 4.65 stars across 6 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Ballwin

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
    Woodlawn Chapels Mothers Day Out
    4.41 score
    4.7(7)

    16520 Clayton, Ballwin, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 55 children

    Reviews focus primarily on the church itself rather than the daycare center. The congregation is praised for being welcoming, inclusive, and community-oriented. One review specifically mentions the on-site Mom's Day Out daycare as part of the facility's offerings, but no detailed daycare-specific feedback is provided.

    Welcoming and inclusive communityactive programmingquality facilities with pavilion and green spaceon-site daycare available
  2. 2
    Adventure Learning Center Ltd.
    4.23 score
    4.3(17)

    850 New Ballwin Rd, Ballwin, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 134 children

    Adventure Learning Center in Ballwin receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting exceptional staff care, strong child development outcomes, welcoming atmosphere, and responsive leadership. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning, and feel the center has a genuine family-oriented culture.

    Patient and caring teachersresponsive directors (SaraCathyCindy)
  3. 3
    Autism And Behavioral Spectrum LLC
    4 score
    4(20)

    14733 Clayton Rd, Ballwin, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 42 children

    Parents consistently praise Autism and Behavioral Spectrum LLC for its dedicated staff, personalized care, and effective use of Reggio-Emilia approach to ABA therapy. Children show significant developmental progress in speech, behavior, socialization, and life skills. The facility is noted for its welcoming community, secure environment, and acceptance of Medicaid insurance.

    Highly trained and caring staffpersonalized one-on-one attentionsignificant child developmental progressgentle yet effective therapy approach
  4. 4
    Brilliant Beginnings Academy LLC
    3.68 score
    3.6(20)

    930 Kehrs Mills Rd, Ballwin, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 112 children

    Parents consistently praise Future Foundations (note: reviews reference Future Foundations, not Brilliant Beginnings Academy LLC) as a high-quality daycare with caring, attentive staff and strong leadership. Families report feeling confident in their children's safety, development, and overall experience, with particular appreciation for detailed communication and individualized attention to each child's needs.

    Attentive and caring teachersstrong leadership (directors Jenna and Kathleen)clean and spacious facilitiesdetailed daily feedback and pictures via app
  5. 5
    Hope Montessori Academy Wildwood
    3.67 score
    3.5(10)

    16554 Clayton Rd, Ballwin, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 168 children

    Hope Montessori Academy Wildwood receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the Montessori program, staff expertise, and child development outcomes, while a minority report serious concerns about staff illness protocols, teacher turnover, and classroom management practices.

    Montessori curriculumexperienced and caring staffsmooth transitions for new studentsdirector Mary Denise's communication and support

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Ballwin

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
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Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Ballwin, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.18avg rating
11 daycares · 6 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Ballwin zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
630216
4.65
1
630116
3.95
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Ballwin (20–168 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

6

Very Large

150+ children

2

Map

Daycare types in Ballwin

Child Daycare & Preschools 11Before or After School Daycare 1

Before or After School Daycare in Ballwin, Missouri

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Ballwin, Missouri, making up 8% of the 12 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 Ballwin have an average rating of 4.18 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.18 stars. Our analysis covers 119 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Ballwin, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Before or After School Daycare in Ballwin

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Parkway School District
Before or After School Daycare
Address
14605 Clayton Rd, Ballwin, MO
Phone
(314) 415-6983

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in Ballwin, Missouri, out of 12 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 Ballwin have an average Google rating of 4.18 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Ballwin, 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
Ballwin offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 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 Ballwin for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Ballwin 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.