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University Child Care Center

5.0

My daughter attended UCCC when she was younger and we loved it! The staff are caring and communicative. The curriculum offered is fun and educational. I highly recommend UCCC!

- Lynn S.

Tigers Learning Center, LLC

5.0

Love this place!!! Hinestly think Kristina is the nicest childcare owner I have ever came in contact with. Location is great and teachers ha e been very good to my children. I have never felt so comfortable leaving my children in others hands!!

- Nicole T.

Parents Cooperative Preschool

5.0

Parents Cooperative is a wonderful find in this area! The school is committed to quality early-childhood education that focuses on the children as individuals, and its teachers are beyond amazing in their experience and care! As one of the only secular early-childhood preschools in the area, the...

- Care member

AL Kids Daycare & Preschool

5.0

Both of my grandchildren go to ALKDP and they absolutely love it! They have both attended since they were babies and are now two and four years old. It is a preschool that your children can grow and learn each year of their lives. They have a wonderful academic curriculum program along with a Bible...

- Care member

Safe N Sound Playground, Inc.

5.0

Safe N Sound Playground is an amazing place for children to go. My son went there for 4 years until he went to Kindergarten and still comes during the Summer. I know he is safe and happy. We went to school very prepared because his teachers took time to teach him and help him grow.

- Jessica M.

Daycares in Springfield, MO

University Child Care Center

University Child Care Center

500 South Ave., Springfield, MO

5.0

(2)

University Child Care Center (UCCC) is a not-for-profit organization established in 1973. UCCC is a parent-participating, developmental program emphasizing the "whole child." Our program is licensed through the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Section for Child Care and accredited...
5.0
"I have sent two of my children here and when my third is old enough, he will go too. This is the ONLY place I will leave my children. They do an amazing job! All of the employees are friendly and they maintain a safe environment for the children. They also have a...

Malea M.


7106 - La Petite Academy on S. Enterprise Ave

7106 - La Petite Academy on S. Enterprise Ave

1714 S Enterprise Ave, SPRINGFIELD, MO

We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We offer specialized...

Tigers Learning Center, LLC

Tigers Learning Center, LLC

718 South Scenic, Springfield, MO

2.3

(3)

Our Services: We offer premium child care services for an affordable rate. Our center is structured like a classroom to prepare your child for kindergarten. We have an instant background checking system in the lobby for all of our visitors, a digital key code magnetic locking door, security...
5.0
"Love this place!!! Hinestly think Kristina is the nicest childcare owner I have ever came in contact with. Location is great and teachers ha e been very good to my children. I have never felt so comfortable leaving my children in others hands!!"

Nicole T.


Panda Playhouse Family Daycare

Panda Playhouse Family Daycare

2240 W Warren Ct, Springfield, MO

Teachers! Teachers, this is the perfect daycare for your kiddos. Open August 10th - May 31st Closed Spring Break (same week as Springfield Public Schools) Closed Summer Break (June -August 10th). No tuition is charged during daycare summer closure. Full at this time, you may be added to a wait...

Babysitting By Brittany

Babysitting By Brittany

1655 S Ingram Mill Rd, Springfield, MO

I am a 28 year old stay at home mother and have been since 2007. I have 2 of my own children, ages 8 and 2. I am highly experienced and can watch children from 4 months old- 9 years old. (Speak to me personally if the ages I listed don't quite work for you, and I will do my best to work with you!) I...

In Home Solutions

In Home Solutions

1722 S Glenstone Ave Suite W 112, Springfield, MO

Offering personal care services to special needs. We focus on empowering individuals and promoting independence.

Cheshire Child Care

Cheshire Child Care

5003 W. Tilden St., Springfield, MO

I know that every child and family is unique, so I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all schedule or teaching style. I have just over 10 years experience, am state registered, accept state pay/assist, CPR/First Aid Certified. We do daily story time, circle and lesson, guided activity and free play...

Little Sunshine's Playhouse and Preschool

Little Sunshine's Playhouse and Preschool

201 E Cardinal, Springfield, MO

The master planned and accredited curriculum at Little Sunshine's Playhouse, Creatively Shine, is based off the newest research and trends to prepare young children to enter their educational career equipped with cognitive, social, emotional, physical and language skills. Some of the most innovative...

Melody Jones Home Daycare

Melody Jones Home Daycare

429 W Bell St, Springfield, MO

Safe and clean home daycare in North Springfield, MO. I am a certified elementary educator and tutor. I have a learning rich environment and studied child psychology and development along with my elementary education degree. I raised and homeschooled three children who went on to college and...

Kids of Creation Preschool

Kids of Creation Preschool

922 W. Republic Rd., Springfield, MO

The Kids of Creation Preschool program offers children age 18 months through Pre-K a safe environment of hands on learning and loving care. Our fine tuned curriculum and team of dedicated teachers will help prepare your child for school and teach them about God and His love. In addition to quality...

Just 4 Kids

Just 4 Kids

2020 E Kerr St, Springfield, MO

Loving care for your child/children, age appropriate activities, outdoor activities, reading, singing, games, fun for all, not a lot of tv or video game time. group and individual play time. Safe, clean, and respectful environment. Healthy meals and snacks, nice on-site playground, fun learning...

Little Steps Big Dreams Daycare

Little Steps Big Dreams Daycare

2345 12 W. Kearney St., Springfield, MO

New daycare facility just opened. Nationally accredited pre-school program offered, along with sign language, speech therapy if needed, scholastic reading club, visits from the library, plus more added soon! All teachers have worked in the school systems. Healthy menus include breakfast, morning...

Parents Cooperative Preschool

Parents Cooperative Preschool

2434 E Battlefield Road, Springfield, MO

4.6

(16)

Founded in 1977 by a small group of mothers, Parents Cooperative Preschool emerged as their vision of a parent involved educational opportunity. This vision has grown over the years into a unique program for children. The basis of this vision was parental involvement. This allows the parents a...
5.0
"The teachers are caring, engaged, and fun. I love that my family has the opportunity to be involved in my child's school, and also that it is play based. This is our first year at PCPS and we have been very happy."

Care member


AL Kids Daycare & Preschool

AL Kids Daycare & Preschool

3531 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield, MO

5.0

(4)

We are preschool located in Abundant Life Church. We are a Christ-centered early childhood education center. We are open 7:30AM - 5:30PM, Monday - Friday. At AL Kids Daycare & Preschool, we strive to teach your child the love of Christ, all while preparing him or her academically for primary...
5.0
"Mrs. Natalie Pollard is very professional, caring and great with kids! The teachers are also so sweet and caring. The best is yet to come at ALKDP!"

Lindsay


Safe N Sound Playground, Inc.

Safe N Sound Playground, Inc.

3216 S Scenic Ave, Springfield, MO

5.0

(1)

We are a large preschool & daycare that accepts 147 children ages 0-5 (6-12 years-old during the summer and school breaks). We have been in business over 10 years. The owner was a former Springfield MO Police Officer, so she knows how important it is to keep children safe and sound while parents are...
5.0
"Safe N Sound Playground is an amazing place for children to go. My son went there for 4 years until he went to Kindergarten and still comes during the Summer. I know he is safe and happy. We went to school very prepared because his teachers took time to teach him...

Jessica M.


Little Learners Daycare Llc

1720 E Jacqueline St, Springfield, MO

5.0

(1)

We are a locally owned & operated In-Home Daycare with a weekly themed, curriculum-based structure that prepares our Little Learners for Kindergarten entry. Little Learners get quality care, social interaction, structure & a fun learning environment to be themselves and thrive.
5.0
"Amazing! She helped us get set up with Parents As Teachers and potty trained my Boy. She's so organized, feeds the kids clean-organic food & takes so much pride in watching her kids learn. I love how the ratio is so small and they get great quality care. I never...

Cara J.


Pamela's Playhouse and Learning Center

3093 S. Suburban Ave, Springfield, MO

4.0

(4)

We provide quality child care for children ages newborn-6 years of age. Meals and snacks provided. Baby cereal provided. Parents of infants need to provide formula and baby food. Daily crafts and learning activities. Daily computer learning activities, and story time. The children get lots...
5.0
"Pamela is one of the most caring provider you could ask for. She is one if the best in Springfield Missouri. I would recommend her anytime."

Denice L


Angie's Giggles, Wiggles, and Tickles 24 Hr Day Care

540 W Crestview St, Springfield, MO

5.0

(1)

Angie's Giggles, Wiggles, and Tickles 24 Hr Day Care in Springfield, Missouri, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children from infant to twelve years old that provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated...
5.0
"Angie is wonderful with kids of all ages. I've seen her with special needs children also. She's very patient with everyone and takes the time to listen to the children and parents needs and wants. We've had all 5 kids of ours in her care for the past 17 years and...

Amy


Grow to Know Preschool

2747 E. Sunshine, Springfield, MO

4.5

(2)

Grow to Know is a Christian Preschool located in Schweitzer United Methodist Church. We provide care for ages 6 weeks to 5 years, and school age care during school breaks. Hours are 7:00am to 6:00pm. Currently looking for teachers' aides to assist in caring for the children.
5.0
"The most amazing staff & school. I highly recommend."

D.


A Kid's Castle

1121 S Thelma Ave, Springfield, MO

5.0

(2)

Learning today, Leading Tomorrow: At a Kids Castle, we want the kids to feel comfortable and free to play and learn creatively on their own terms. Founded in 2013, A Kids Castle is located in Springfield, MO. A Kid's Castle is an in home child care facility ran by Nicole Turner, a loving mother of 5...
5.0
"My kids love going to "Meecoles" school house. That's what they call it. She is attentive, patient, kind and has a great routine down for the kids. They get lots of outdoor time ( weather permitting) and freedom to create. and we LOVE the chalk wall."

Ashley M.


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