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Best Before or After School Daycare in Union, MO

Compare 2 before or after school daycare in Union. Average rating: 4/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Union, Missouri at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4/5
Parent reviews
14
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Union offers 2 licensed before or after school daycare, 5 of which have public ratings averaging 4/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Union

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
    St. Paul Lutheran Church Preschool
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    208 W Springfield, Union, MO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 12 children

    Parents consistently praise St. Paul Lutheran Church Preschool as a welcoming facility that provides quality early education within a Christian environment. The facility is appreciated for its religious instruction, community involvement, and supportive fellowship among families.

    welcoming environmentChristian educationquality preschool programcommunity service

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Union

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.33avg rating
3 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Church Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Union zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
630847
4
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Union (12–60 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

5

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Map

Daycare types in Union

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 2

Before or After School Daycare in Union, Missouri

There are 2 before or after school daycare in Union, Missouri, making up 29% of the 7 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 Union have an average rating of 4 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 40% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 14 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Union, 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 Union

Showing 2 results

Ymca-Four Rivers Branch-Clearview Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1581 Clearview Rd, Union, MO
Phone
(314) 443-4184
Ymca - Four Rivers Branch - Central Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
207 Jefferson Ave, Union, MO
Phone
(314) 239-5704

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 before or after school daycares in Union, Missouri, out of 7 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 Union have an average Google rating of 4 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 40% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Union, 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
Union offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Union for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Union 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.