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SUNSHINE EARLY CARE & EDUCATION CENTER

2207 HOLLY AVE COLUMBIA, MO

State license verified

starting at
$920/mo
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Academic
+ 5 more
Our Philosophy We believe that children need a reliable and good quality child care in order to thrive and grow. This is important in the early stages of a child’s life. This time is when children grow and develop at fast rates. Children require consistency of care and nurturing in order to feel secure. It is very important...
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La Petite Ecole Inc.

1111 S Fairview Rd Columbia, MO

Montessori
International
Academic
Kindergarten
Preschool
La Petite Ecole - The Dual-Language Immersion School (French & English). La Petite Ecole Mission: The mission of La Petite Ecole is to provide the best early childhood educational experience in a dual language (French and English) environment in a Montessori setting. La Petite Ecole Vision: La Petite Ecole will introduce...
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Columbia Montessori School

3 Anderson Ave Columbia, MO

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Montessori
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
+ 3 more
Columbia Montessori School (CMS) provides an enriching Montessori education in an environment prepared for the child, where natural curiosities are stimulated and the whole child is nurtured. With the structured Montessori environment, large playground, and outdoor classroom, we provide a place where children ages 4 weeks to 6...
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Rosewood Academy

5210 S Cowan Road Columbia, MO

Academic
Child care
Preschool
At Rosewood Academy we believe our classrooms are full of tomorrow's leaders. Our specially designed creative curriculum leads teachers to inspire our students to build on their natural curiosity of the world around them and innate desire to learn. We strive to create life-long learners by engaging students with a curriculum...
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Anderson

4960 N Burning Bush CT Columbia, MO

I am 34 year old who has owned and operated my own daycare facility. I am a mother of 3 children and also use to be a foster parent to children in need. I have great references and CPR certified. I am new to Columbia and looking forward to builds lasting relationships with families in the area. I do care for children in my...
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Early Advantage Preschool, LLC

4405 Rainbow Trout Drive Columbia, MO

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
In-Home daycare
Preschool
Early Advantage is an in-home preschool that offers a hands-on learning experience for children ages 3 to 5. Early Advantage Preschool, LLC will officially open for business in September 2015. We are excited to begin, with an anticipated start date of Wednesday, September 16. Since this is an in-home preschool, our spots are...
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Cannery Row Preschool

6405 West Highway 40 Columbia, MO

Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
+ 1 more
We provide quality child care at a low cost to you. In our baby room we provide formula and baby along with a stimulating environment for our infants. We also have two year old's through school age positions open. The older children are provided with a curriculum for each week along with a theme so that your child is not only...

Garden Gate School

107 Park Hill Ave. Columbia, MO

5.0(3)
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
International
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
Our early childhood programs offer three through six year olds the security of rhythmic activities attuned to nature; songs, stories and circle time that speak to their imaginations, plenty of time outside playing, building with what nature provides and taking care of the garden. Young children imitate the world around them and...

Betsy says "We are starting our 4th year at Garden Gate (we have one alumni and two current students). We have been so happy with the wonderful care our kids have...

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Green Meadows Preschool

1000 W GREEN MEADOWS RD COLUMBIA, MO

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
+ 2 more
We first opened our doors in 1983. At the time there were mostly fields in every direction and very few houses. Since then, Columbia has obviously grown and so too have we. Owner Debra Renz describes it as quite the experience:

Lisa Aguilera

2915 Haden Drive Columbia, MO

Home Daycare Business offering exceptional child care. CPR Certified, Clean, Educational , Fun and with Great References. Business Hours Mon- Fri 7:30 AM- 5:30 PM. Ages 0-5. Breakfast, Lunch and Snacks provided. 2 Recesses , Nap Time, Art, Music, Learning Time 16 years in business. Kids love it here. Everyone is treated...

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

1112 East Broadway Columbia, MO

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
Preschool
The Child Development Center currently has full and part time openings for children ages 2-5. Please call 573-443-7677 or email us at cdcdirector@fbc-columbia.org to set up a tour. We have been serving quality child care in Columbia since 1969. We are licensed, Accredited and follow the CACFP. Teachers all have degrees in Early...

Happy Dayz child care

204 Maple Grove Way Columbia, MO

I am a in-home daycare. I had a daycare for 10 years and closed it for 7 years so I am reopening one now because I miss working with kids. Although I have been working with teens that have disabilities for the past 4 years, which I enjoy, its time to come back to another job that I enjoy. I am CPR and first aid certified and I...

Rubio's Kiddie Care

1312 Count Fleet Court Columbia, MO

Rubio's Kiddie Care now has openings for Infants : Newborn to age 2 years. We are located just off Derby Ridge, between Smiley Lane and Blue Ridge. North on Range line across from Vanderveen Subdivision. We are a small family childcare care home. We have small groups, so that your child can get all his/her needs met. We never...

Kids Delight

902 Jefferson Street Columbia, MO

I Love Kids UNder The Age !2. I Dont Work On Friday Nights OR Holidays. Any Other Time Is Fine With Me.! :)

Tiger Side Inter-generational Preschool

3003 Falling Leaf Ct Columbia, MO

TigerSide IGP is a preschool in which the children, ages 2-12 years, enrolled in the facility will have the unique opportunity to interact with and enrich the lives of the residents of the skilled nursing facility, The Neighborhoods, by TigerPlace on a daily basis. TigerSide IGP is a desirable preschool choice for your family...

Columbia Montessori School

809 S Greenwood Ave Columbia, MO

Child care
Montessori Infants and Toddlers LLC in Columbia, Missouri, is a child care establishment that utilizes the Montessori philosophy and materials in their classroom that self-correct and help the students in developing their five senses. This child care institution helps in promoting independence on the part of the children,...

Cannery Row Preschool

6405 West Highway 40 Columbia, MO

Cannery Row Preschool started out as an in-home day care. We grew and expanded into day care center. We have approximately 60 children with 10 of the most amazing teachers you will ever meet! We teach both sign language and Spanish as part of our curriculum. We offer music class, gymnastics and swim lessons. Parents receive a...

Alive In Christ Lutheran Church

201 Southampton Dr. Columbia, MO

Alive In Christ Lutheran Church operates a Nursery as part of it's Children's Ministry Program. Primary uses are during Sunday Morning Worship, on Wednesday Family Ministry Nights, and Thursday Morning for Women's Bible Study.

Mary's At Home Daycare

101 W Thurman St. Columbia, MO

Hello :) I am a new mom who want's to earn a living while taking care of my son at home. Currently I am taking online and night classes to finish up my Bachelors Degree in Environmental Science, in an effort to make a difference in providing for a better future for younger generations. Living sustainably and as GMO free as...

Ines Trinidad Hernandez

3100 Fox Trot Dr Columbia, MO

Child care
Preschool
Ines Trinidad Hernandez is a state-licensed daycare provider who offers full-time child care and early education programs designed for young children. Located at 3100 Fox Trot Drive, the company serves families residing in the Columbia, MO area. Ines Trinidad Hernandez accepts children between the ages of zero and 14 years old.

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FAQs for finding part-time daycares near you in Columbia, MO

Part-time daycare is becoming increasingly accessible and popular among working families. The cost of part-time daycare can vary widely depending on location and the type of center you choose.

Deciding on a part-time daycare near you in Columbia, MO can be a daunting but important task. If you need part-time daycare, there are several factors to keep in mind while searching. Start by narrowing down options on Care.com based on location and rate. From there you can read reviews from other families. It is also wise to consider the program's curriculum, staff qualifications, and the ratio of adults to children for a quality environment.

Part-time daycare services near you in Columbia, MO provide care for children during part of the day, typically during parents' work hours. These services typically offer activities focused on early childhood education in areas such as literacy and numeracy. Through combining structured, educational activities with free play, part-time daycares are able to give children experience in both classroom and social settings while they are under adult supervision. Additionally, part-time daycare providers typically partner with parents to tailor program goals and objectives to their needs and those of their child's.

When looking for part-time daycare near you in Columbia, MO, it is important to research a facility's qualifications and credentials. Make sure they have a license and that their staff is certified and experienced in child care. It's also a good idea to ask about the staff-to-child ratio, as part-time daycares should be attentive to the children’s needs while they are there. Before you entrust your children with any part-time daycare, look at references from past customers or even observe how the facility operates firsthand. Finally, investigate if the part-time daycare offers activities for your children such as music, art and outdoor recreation so that your children can remain engaged when having fun outside of their home environment.

Part-time daycare can near you in Columbia, MO can offer many benefits for both families and children alike. To start, they provide child care in a safe, stimulating environment that is supervised by trained professionals. As part-time daycare is not permanent and only used on an as-needed basis, it is often more affordable than full-time daycare, making it much easier for working parents to manage their budgets while still providing quality care for their children. Additionally, part-time daycare offers the flexibility to increase or decrease usage depending on schedules, holidays and other commitments, allowing families to adapt to changing circumstances.

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