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Best Before or After School Daycare in Crystal City, MO

Compare 1 before or after school daycare in Crystal City. Average rating: 4.9/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Crystal City, Missouri at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.9/5
Parent reviews
28
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Crystal City has 1 licensed before or after school daycare with 28 parent reviews averaging 4.9/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Crystal City

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
    The Brain Station
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    450 Bailey Rd, Crystal City, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 75 children

    The Brain Station in Crystal City receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviewers giving 5-star ratings. Parents highlight the warm, caring staff, safe environment, and positive developmental outcomes for children of all ages. Multiple families have used the facility for extended periods and report consistently happy, healthy children.

    Caring and loving staffwarm and welcoming environmentchildren show developmental progressgood communication with parents
  2. 2
    Smile Learning Center LLC
    4.62 score
    5(8)

    1302 Kenner St, Crystal City, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 39 children

    Parents consistently praise Smile Learning Center (also referenced as Wee Care) for its caring, skilled staff and nurturing environment. Children show strong academic and social-emotional development, with many parents noting they would not choose another facility. The center is described as clean, safe, and having a welcoming, family-like atmosphere.

    Caring and skilled staffsafe and nurturing environmentstrong academic learningsocial-emotional development

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Crystal City

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Crystal City, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.9avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Crystal City (20–75 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

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Daycare types in Crystal City

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Before or After School Daycare 1

Before or After School Daycare in Crystal City, Missouri

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Crystal City, Missouri, making up 33% of the 3 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 Crystal City have an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.9 stars. Our analysis covers 28 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Crystal City, 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 Crystal City

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Ymca-Jefferson County Branch-Crystal City Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
600 Mississippi Ave, Crystal City, MO
Phone
(636) 937-2005

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in Crystal City, Missouri, out of 3 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 Crystal City have an average Google rating of 4.9 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Crystal City, 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
Crystal City offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 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 Crystal City for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Crystal City 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.