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Recent child care center reviews in Columbia, IL

St. Paul's Lutheran Preschool

5.0

We love the care both of our children have received at this preschool. The teachers are so loving and truly care for each child. Our children were so well prepared for kindergarten and I cannot thank them enough. We will be sending our newest addition to St. Paul's Lutheran preschool when he turns...

- Jamie

Creative Kids Inc

5.0

I really can not say enough good things about Creative Kids in Columbia, IL. The classrooms are full of many different learning opportunities and stimulation, the classroom and curriculum structure teaches kids patience and boundaries, the owner's professionalism and caring demeanor is absolutely...

- Jen

Montessori Learning Center

5.0

The person leaving the above comment was never enrolled in our school.

- Chris

Camp Wartburg

5.0

amazing and so much fun to hang out with the counselors

- Grace

Fun 2 3 Childcare

3.0

It's a catch 22 with this daycare. We've personally used them & even though they were great with my special needs son. They also said he couldn't attend there any longer Also, the state found where they were over charging me. So, just have a watchful eye.

- Kelli D.

Child care centers in Columbia, IL

St. Paul's Lutheran Preschool

St. Paul's Lutheran Preschool

227 North Goodhaven, Columbia, IL

5.0

(1)

St. Paul's Lutheran Preschool is a DCFS licensed preschool. We exist to assist the young child's spiritual, social, intellectual, emotional, and physical development. We believe that children learn through active play. Our environment is set up with many hands-on activities for children to...
5.0
"We love the care both of our children have received at this preschool. The teachers are so loving and truly care for each child. Our children were so well prepared for kindergarten and I cannot thank them enough. We will be sending our newest addition to St. Paul's...

Jamie


Creative Kids Inc. provides an environment rich in materials, choices, space, time, and guidance, and one that is geared towards meeting individual needs according to age and capabilities. Their planned curriculum is based on themes of interest, development, and abilities of the children.
5.0
"Love Creative Kids!! I highly recommend!"

Kim R.


Early Lighthouse Learning Center Inc

100 Southwoods Ctr, Columbia, IL

Early Lighthouse Learning Center Inc provides caring and dedicated child care and education services in Columbia, Illinois, for kids of all ages. The center provides education, social, cultural, emotional, physical and recreational areas to provide parents the opportunity to give their child the...

Little Friends Preschool

127 Saint Paul St, Columbia, IL

Little Friends Preschool is an early childhood education center located in Columbia, Illinois. The center accepts children ages three to five years old, preparing them academically and developing their social and emotional skills. Little Friends Preschool provides children with qualified and...

Mary Herbeck

1553 Hill Top Rd, Columbia, IL

Mary Herbeck owns a childcare facility that operates from Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The facility located at 1553 Hill Top Road, Columbia, Illinois can accommodate eight children comfortably. Mary Herbeck serves infants, toddlers, preschool and school-age children, providing them a...

Casa Dia Montessori - Kinswood

Casa Dia Montessori - Kinswood

610 Kinswood Lane., Saint Louis, MO

North American Montessori-Child Care, Inc. is a family owned and operated business founded in 1976. We operate three Montessori schools in the St. Louis area. Our centers are Missouri State Licensed Montessori child care centers. Welcome to Casa Dia Montessori in Oakville, MO!

Lift Kids Preschool

Lift Kids Preschool

85 Lemay Gardens Drive, Saint Louis, MO

We are a Christian Preschool, located in Bethesda Church, at 85 Lemay Gardens Drive, 63125. We offer preschool for ages 3 to pre-K. We have M/ W/ F classes, Tu/ Th classes, and also offer a M- F class. We use the Horizons Curriculum. Our daily schedule includes Bible Time, Circle Time, Art,...

Montessori Learning Center

3612 Union Rd, Saint Louis, MO

3.0

(2)

Established in 1982, Montessori Learning Center is an early childhood education center for children ages two to twelve years old. It is a state-licensed center located in Saint Louis, Missouri. The center uses a wide variety of Montessori materials that involve Practical Life, Sensorial, Math,...
5.0
"The person leaving the above comment was never enrolled in our school."

Chris


Camp Wartburg

5705 Lrc Rd, Waterloo, IL

5.0

(1)

Camp Wartburg located in Waterloo is a Christian and a retreat center that invites youth, adults, and families of all backgrounds to encounter God’s creation through activities devoted to the body, mind, and spirit. The center engage students in the study of animal habitats, watersheds, and lake...
5.0
"amazing and so much fun to hang out with the counselors"

Grace


Fun 2 3 Childcare

17 Municipal Dr, Arnold, MO

3.0

(1)

Fun 2 3 Childcare is a safe and secure childcare facility that caters to infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children. It is located at 17 Municipal Drive, Arnold, Missouri and accommodates up to 143 children in its licensed facility. Fun 2 3 Childcare offers a fun, active and stimulating...
3.0
"It's a catch 22 with this daycare. We've personally used them & even though they were great with my special needs son. They also said he couldn't attend there any longer Also, the state found where they were over charging me. So, just have a watchful eye."

Kelli D.


CHILDREN OF PROMISE CHRISTIAN DAYSCHOOL

CHILDREN OF PROMISE CHRISTIAN DAYSCHOOL

2980 IMBS STATION RD, MILLSTADT, IL

At Children of Promise we serve the needs of families in our own town of Millstadt and surrounding communities. We are located within 10 miles from the center of Belleville, Dupo, and Cahokia Heights. We are located on 9 beautiful acres of property in Millstadt, IL allowing us the space to...

Big Little Kids Childcare Center Llc

7814 s Broadway, ST LOUIS, MO

Big Little Kids Childcare Center Llc is a learning center located in 7814 S Broadway, St Louis, MO, 63111

St. James Infant & Toddler Center

425 Veterans Dr, Millstadt, IL

St. James Infant & Toddler Center located in Millstadt, IL offers comprehensive curriculum-based programs for children between the ages of six weeks and three years old. The school provides newly renovated building with secured entry and led by certified Early Childhood Education teachers.

TreeHouse at St. Paul's Learning Center

5508 Telegraph Rd, Saint Louis, MO

TreeHouse at St. Paul's Learning Center is a childcare and educational facility of the St. Paul's Church located at 5508 Telegraph Road, Saint Louis, Missouri. The center serves children ages six weeks through twelve years, providing preschool with extended care services to accommodate working...

Children First Learning Center, Inc.

409 Lakeview Dr, Waterloo, IL

Established in 2011, Children First Learning Center strives to create a high quality, safe, learning environment for our families. They aim to provide sensory experiences, cognitive, physical, and language activities that enhance children's growth. Their program allows children to learn appropriate...

Lighthouse Learning Center

303 Covington Dr, Waterloo, IL

Lighthouse Learning Center in Waterloo, Illinois is a place where children explore, discover, learn and have fun. It is an educational childcare facility serving children from infants through twelve years of age, providing them programs and caring teachers that aids in their growth and development....

A Child Is A Child Inc

3709 Gumtree Ln, Saint Louis, MO

A Child Is A Child Inc is a childcare provider that serves the community of Saint Louis MO since 1998. It offers a nurturing environment and provides age-appropriate programs that enhance children's intellectual abilities and social skills. The center promotes balanced learning by integrating...

Earl, Lynette M Licensed Home Child Care

3672 Lemay Woods Dr, Saint Louis, MO

Earl, Lynette M Licensed Home Child Care provides a high quality, healthy, nurturing, fun, and educational environment. The center provides early stimulating care and educational experiences promoting each child’s social/emotional, physical, and cognitive development. Their goal is to support...

S J Day Care

8406 Minnesota Ave, Saint Louis, MO

S J Day Care is a childcare provider that serves the community of Saint Louis MO since 2010. It offers a nurturing and friendly environment and provides age-appropriate activities that aim to develop children's emotional, social, physical, and intellectual abilities. The center promotes good values...

St James Early Childhood Center

105 S Lafayette St, Millstadt, IL

Located in Millstadt, Illinois, the St. James Early Childhood Center offers programs for infants and preschool in a Christian environment that is warm and nurturing. The preschool program accepts children ages three to five years old while the infant/toddler group is for children ages 6 weeks...

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