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Child Care Centers in Columbia, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 52 listed child care centers

St. Paul's Lutheran Preschool

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...

- Jamie

7102 - La Petite Academy of Arnold

My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the...

- Carla C.

2202 - Childtime of Arnold

We love this center. Everyone is so caring and loving. My daughter is always happy to come and she loves her teachers! They love to share...

- Mary G.

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St. Paul's Lutheran Preschool

227 North Goodhaven Columbia, IL

5.0(1)

State license verified

Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
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 explore on a daily basis. Our staff...

Jamie says "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...

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Child care
Preschool
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 best start possible.
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Little Friends Preschool

127 Saint Paul St Columbia, IL

Child care
Preschool
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 dedicated teachers that guides them...
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Creative Kids Inc

410 N Metter Ave Columbia, IL

Child care
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.
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Mary Herbeck

1553 Hill Top Rd Columbia, IL

Child care
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 safe and nurturing environment...
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7102 - La Petite Academy of Arnold

3607 RICHARDSON SQUARE DR ARNOLD, MO

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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2202 - Childtime of Arnold

2130 MICHIGAN AVE ARNOLD, MO

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all...

Mary G. says "We love this center. Everyone is so caring and loving. My daughter is always happy to come and she loves her teachers! They love to share activities and...

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Westbrook Academy Childcare and Learning Center

2210 MORRIS DRARNOLD, MO 63010 ARNOLD, MO

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$450/mo
Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
+ 2 more
Westbrook Academy offers full-service Experiential Preschool with Infant/Toddler and School Age Programs. We use the High Scope method. We're a Discover Nature School utilizing Missouri Department of Conservation's, Nature Revealed. We partner with the USDA to offer a wonderful menu and take it further with NAPSACC, serving 3-4...

Mcckzine O. says "They are phenomenal. We had moved and when we moved back we have our kids going there again. They take the kids on field trips at no extra charge to the...

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Casa Dia Montessori - Kinswood

610 Kinswood Lane. Saint Louis, MO

State license verified

Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
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!
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Childtime of Arnold

2130 Michigan Avenue Arnold, MO

Child care
At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all...
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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, Learning Centers, Outside Play and...
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CHILDREN OF PROMISE CHRISTIAN DAYSCHOOL

2980 IMBS STATION RD MILLSTADT, IL

5.0(1)

State license verified

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 provide outdoor activities in...

linda Q. says "Absolutely wonderful!! I loved it here so much I volunteered to help out when my child left to go to school. I highly recommend this daycare to everyone!"

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MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTER

1045 UNION RD SAINT LOUIS, MO

5.0(3)

State license verified

Montessori
Child care

Laura B. says "My daughter has been going to Montessori Learning for over a year now. They moved into a brand new location, and everything is updated. I appreciate that....

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Fun 2 3 Childcare

17 Municipal Dr Arnold, MO

3.0(1)
Child care
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 environment where children...

Kelli D. says "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...

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Montessori Learning Center

3612 Union Rd Saint Louis, MO

3.0(2)
Child care
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, Language, and Culture. It is...

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

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Caywood's Youth Center Inc

221 Bradford Ln Waterloo, IL

Child care
Preschool
Caywood's Youth Center Inc. in Waterloo, Illinois is a licensed Child Care Center for children from infants to pre-kindergarten. They are open every Monday to Friday, 6AM to 6PM. Their curriculum seeks to provide a high quality, nurturing, fun and safe learning environment that is appropriate for the child’s overall growth and...
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Lemay Child & Famly Center

9828 S Broadway Saint Louis, MO

Child care
Preschool
Lemay Child & Famly Center in Saint Louis, Missouri is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 121 children from six weeks to twelve years of age. Their curriculum seeks to provide a high quality, nurturing, fun and safe learning environment that is appropriate for the child’s overall growth and development.
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Kid's Klubhouse & Activity Center LLC

38 Fox Valley Ctr Arnold, MO

Child care
Located in Arnold, Missouri, Kid's Klubhouse & Activity Center offers daycare, pre-k, and before and after-school programs. It is a state-licensed facility that strives to provide quality child care services to children. It provides activities such as free play, arts and crafts, games, indoor basketball, football, air hockey and...
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Peace Lutheran Church

737 Barracksview Rd Saint Louis, MO

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Peace Lutheran Church manages and operates an early childhood center that offers educational daycare programs for young children. The facility’s services are open to children aged six weeks old up to pre-kindergarten. Peace Lutheran Church’s early childhood programs are open on weekdays from 6:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M.
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Peter Rabbit DAYcare&presc LLC

2176 Tenbrook Rd Arnold, MO

Child care
Preschool
Peter Rabbit Day Care & Preschool LLC is a child care and education provider that serves the community of Arnold MO. It offers a structured academic program in an enriching environment and provides facilities that enhance children's social, emotional, intellectual and physical skills. The center promotes active learning by...
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Child care centers near you in Columbia, IL provide a number of crucial benefits for both parents and children. Most importantly, these establishments can offer a safe and nurturing environment for young ones, providing educational resources and enriching activities in the process. Additionally, children can build important skills in communication and collaboration with others by interacting with peers at child care centers. Parents will feel at ease knowing that their little loved ones are being looked after in an organized structure with trained professionals who are properly certified.

A child care center can be an ideal environment for children to develop and explore. Typically, the staff at child care centers near you in Columbia, IL have experience dealing with young kids and are experts at developing creative activities that encourage learning. Your child will be able to participate in structured games and free play with their peers, receive help with academics, and practice healthy habits such as proper nutrition and exercise. They'll also have access to art materials to allow them to express themselves. By interacting with other kids and the staff, your child will build the emotional skills necessary for their social development.

You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Columbia, IL. You can start by simply sorting child care center profiles by the location that is most convenient for you. Some parents may want to choose a location close to home and others may want one close to their workplace. Then you can read reviews from other parents to learn about their experiences with each child care center you’re considering.

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