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Best Before or After School Daycare in Washington, MO

Compare 2 before or after school daycare in Washington. Average rating: 4.8/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Washington, Missouri at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.8/5
Parent reviews
31
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Washington has 2 licensed before or after school daycare with 31 parent reviews averaging 4.8/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 63090 zip code, averaging 4.8 stars across 8 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Washington

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.

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    Kids Ahoy Learn And Care Center LLC
    4.12 score
    4.2(7)

    1890 E 9th St, Washington, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 161 children

    Kids Ahoy receives mostly positive reviews with parents praising the caring staff, child development, and reliability. However, one detailed review noted inconsistent teacher behavior, including some staff members being negative or yelling, though specific teachers like Mrs. Loretta were highlighted as exceptional. One parent gave a 1-star rating with no details.

    caring and patient staffchildren happy and excited to attendgood fine motor skill developmentreliab

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Washington

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.8avg rating
6 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Washington zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
630908
4.8
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Washington (10–161 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

5

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

1

Map

Daycare types in Washington

Child Daycare & Preschools 6Before or After School Daycare 2

Before or After School Daycare in Washington, Missouri

There are 2 before or after school daycare in Washington, Missouri, making up 25% of the 8 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 Washington have an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 31 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Washington, 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 Washington

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Ymca-Four Rivers Branch-South Point Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2300 Southbend Dr, Washington, MO
Phone
(314) 598-5004
Ymca-Four Rivers Branch-Washington West Elementary
Before or After School Daycare

This facility receives consistently excellent reviews praising the welcoming and helpful staff, clean facilities, and diverse programming options. Parents and members appreciate the friendly atmosphere, varied amenities including pools and fitness classes, and quality instruction from trainers and instructors. The facility is highlighted as a great community resource for families and individuals of all ages.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean facilitiesdiverse act
Address
1570 W Fifth St, Washington, MO
Phone
(314) 283-0804

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 before or after school daycares in Washington, Missouri, out of 8 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 Washington have an average Google rating of 4.8 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 75% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Washington, 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
Washington offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 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 Washington for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Washington 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.