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Recent preschool reviews in Springfield, MO

Parents Cooperative Preschool

5.0

I love that this school takes a different approach to teaching kiddos. It is designed to help each kiddo thrive and helps each kid build confidence within themselves.

- Tori G

Discovery Garden Montessori SC

5.0

I can't say enough great things about the benefits of a Montessori education. The school has a great diversity. We've loved seeing our daughter grow here!

- Kailey Y

Little Sunshine's Playhouse and Preschool

5.0

I work for Little sunshines, this location specifically and I absolutely love it! I will never work at another childcare center! Such an amazing management team! I absolutely love working here! There is so much room for growth and you are supported and valued as an educator!

- Mikayla G

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

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 love the fact we can trust in her...

- Amy

Grow to Know Preschool

4.0

Staff and school are great! The diet served is high in sugar. Like go girt and animal crackers together for a snack. Or Froot Loops and applesauce for breakfast. The rate is 197.50/week. But I trust them and it's hard to put a price on that.

- Emily M

Preschools in Springfield, MO

Parents Cooperative Preschool

Parents Cooperative Preschool

2434 E Battlefield Road, Springfield, MO

Costimate: $132/wk

4.5

(13)

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...

Recent reviews:

5.0
I love that this school takes a different approach to teaching kiddos. It is designed to help each kiddo thrive and helps each kid build confidence within themselves.

Tori G


Discovery Garden Montessori SC

Discovery Garden Montessori SC

1515 S National Ave, Springfield, MO

Starting at $717/mo

5.0

(1)

The mission of Discovery Garden Montessori School is to provide students in the Springfield area with the opportunity to acquire an education based on the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. This philosophy places an emphasis on independent learning, mixed-aged classrooms, and mutual teaching....

Recent review:

5.0
I can't say enough great things about the benefits of a Montessori education. The school has a great diversity. We've loved seeing our daughter grow here!

Kailey Y


Little Sunshine's Playhouse and Preschool

Little Sunshine's Playhouse and Preschool

2937 S Claremont, Springfield, MO

Costimate: $136/wk

5.0

(2)

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...

Recent review:

5.0
I work for Little sunshines, this location specifically and I absolutely love it! I will never work at another childcare center! Such an amazing management team! I absolutely love working here! There is so much room for growth and you are supported and valued as an...

Mikayla G


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

540 W Crestview St, Springfield, MO

Costimate: $132/wk

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...

Recent review:

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

Costimate: $136/wk

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.

Recent reviews:

4.0
Staff and school are great! The diet served is high in sugar. Like go girt and animal crackers together for a snack. Or Froot Loops and applesauce for breakfast. The rate is 197.50/week. But I trust them and it's hard to put a price on that.

Emily M


University Child Care Center

University Child Care Center

500 South Ave., Springfield, MO

Costimate: $136/wk

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...

Recent reviews:

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

Tigers Learning Center, LLC

718 South Scenic, Springfield, MO

Starting at $120/wk

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...

Recent review:

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


Life360 Preschool at the Fairbanks

1126 N Broadway Avenue, Springfield, MO

Starting at $145/wk

We offer care for children ages 6 weeks-5 years in North Springfield. We are family centered and have different events throughout the year to help families connect with their children and grow together. We also have a family support coordinator to further assist our families.

La Petite Academy of Springfield, MO

La Petite Academy of Springfield, MO

1714 S Enterprise Ave, Springfield, MO

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...

Carpenter's Kids Preschool

2353 S Campbell Ave, Springfield, MO

Starting at $90/mo

Carpenter's Kids Preschool and Kindergarten in Springfield, Missouri is a Child Care provider for children from two years old through kindergarten. Their curriculum seeks to provide a high quality, nurturing, fun and safe learning environment that is appropriate for the child’s overall growth and...

Bright Minds Learning Academy

1926 S Ingram Mill Rd, Springfield, MO

Starting at $125/wk

We currently have openings for children 6 wks-6 yrs of age. We use a theme based curriculum in our center, which in turn make our classrooms very structured. Kids learn through play, but play is teacher directed. Our Pre-K class gets your child ready for Kindergarten. *All our teachers are...

Lighthouse Child and Family Development Center

1722 N National Ave, Springfield, MO

Starting at $110/wk

Lighthouse Child and Family Development Center (LCFDC) is a non-profit Christian-based program that offers high quality care and education to children 0-6 years, and provides a family-centered environment designed to engage and empower families. Lighthouse collaborates with the community to provide...

East Grand Kids

East Grand Kids

2220 E Grand, Springfield, MO

Starting at $120/wk

We are a full time Christian preschool open 7:00am-5:30pm. We keep very low ratios, provide a loving Christian environment, and prepare students for kindergarten. We would love to have your child in our program!

Christian Academy Ministry

1116 W Battlefield, Springfield, MO

Starting at $100/wk

Affordable accredited academic private school reaching children to their fullest potential in a Christian environment where our mission statement is "Learning to love God and others while striving for a higher education." We offer individual educational plans that tailor all of your child's need...

Amazing Kidz Daycare and Preschool

3801 S Kansas Ave, Springfield, MO

Starting at $110/wk

The Amazing Kidz Daycare and Preschool provides a childcare program in Springfield, Missouri. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They also aim to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination in a...

Kids Korner Christian Preschool

2110 S Blackman Rd, Springfield, MO

Costimate: $135/wk

Kids Korner Christian Preschool located in Springfield MO is a learning center that offers a fun and religious environment for children age 2 until age 5. It provides Christian education by integrating lessons in arts and music as well as Bible reading and creative activities. The school encourages...

T L C NURSERY

2778 W Village Ter, Springfield, MO

Costimate: $125/wk

T L C Nursery is a preschool and child care center located at Springfield in the state of Missouri. It is a center-based, daycare provider that provides a warm and safe environment for young children. It aims to assist children in learning and growing.

Grow To Know Preschool and Kindergarten

2747 E Sunshine St, Springfield, MO

Costimate: $136/wk

Grow To Know Preschool and Kindergarten is an educational facility that serves the community of Springfield MO. It offers a faith-based learning program and provides age-appropriate activities for preschoolers and kindergartens. The facility promotes active learning through play-based and...

Judy's Daycare & Preschool

2917 E Portland St, Springfield, MO

Costimate: $138/wk

Judy's Daycare & Preschool in Springfield, Missouri is a Child Care provider that can accommodate a certain number of children. 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.

La Petite Academy Child Care-Springfield

1714 S Enterprise Ave, Springfield, MO

Costimate: $136/wk

The branch of La Petite Academy in 1714 South Enterprise Avenue, Springfield, Missouri, offers basic childcare and learning services. The center is open from six-thirty AM to six PM, Mondays through Fridays. The school offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool, preschool, and...

Promise Preschool & Child Development Center

5701 S Farm Road 157, Springfield, MO

Costimate: $125/wk

Promise Preschool & Child Development Center, a ministry of the South Gate Baptist Church, offers child care learning programs for preschool and pre-kindergarten children. The company serves the Springfield, Missouri area and is open to children ages birth and up. Promise Preschool & Child...

Little Sunshine's Playhouse and Preschool

Little Sunshine's Playhouse and Preschool

201 E Cardinal, Springfield, MO

Costimate: $125/wk

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...

Westminster Parents Day Out & Preschool

1551 E Portland St, Springfield, MO

Costimate: $136/wk

Westminster Parents Day Out & Preschool is a center-based child care that offers early care services for children six weeks up to eleven years old. It can accommodate a maximum capacity of fifty children. Its operational hours is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Ritter Head Start

3601 N Farm Road 139, Springfield, MO

Costimate: $129/wk

Ritter Head Start in Springfield, MO offers comprehensive family development services and early childhood to kids from 0 to 5 years old. They provide individualized programs in education, nutrition, medical, mental, parental involvement, and dental health services. They foster the healthy...

Paradise Preschool & Child Care

4636 S. West Ave., Springfield, MO

Costimate: $125/wk

1.0

(1)

We've been providing licensed in-home preschool and childcare services for over 2 years now, and our staff includes a full-time Director, preschool teacher and assistant. Our preschool teacher has over 30 years of teaching experience in both public and private schools and we feel very privileged to...

Bright Stars Preschool LLC

5126 S Sycamore Ave, Springfield, MO

Costimate: $125/wk

Bright Stars Preschool LLC is an early education center that offers learning programs designed for pre-kindergarten kids. The company is located at 5126 S Sycamore Avenue, and they provide their services to the residents of Springfield, MO. Bright Stars Preschool LLC has been operating since 2011.

Grant Head Start

1051 S Grant Ave, Springfield, MO

Costimate: $129/wk

The Grant Head Start Center in Springfield, Missouri offers child care and preschool education to children from low-income families, from six weeks old up to five years old. Head Start prepares the children for further education by providing activities that stimulate the children's cognitive,...

Rhonda's In Home Child Care

4647 South Ridgecrest Drive, Springfield, MO

Costimate: $125/wk

Hello, I am an in home child care provider with 18 years of experience. I offer full time child care for all ages.I am a NON SMOKING business. My hours of operation are from 6 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Mon - Fri. I offer healthy meals, snacks and drinks for your child. For infants I provide baby food, juice...

King S Way United Methodist Church

2401 S Lone Pine Ave, Springfield, MO

Costimate: $136/wk

Kingswood PDO and Preschool is a child care facility located at 2300 Dumbarton Rd. Richmond, VA. Their facility offers a diverse, well-balance curriculum to allow children to develop their whole potential. They believe in the child's ability to comprehend, create and discover things around them.

Golden Head Start

3146 S Golden Ave, Springfield, MO

Costimate: $134/wk

Golden Head Start offers federally funded early childhood education programs geared for preschool and pre-kindergarten children. The company serves the Springfield, Missouri area and is open to children ages birth up to five years old. The company’s mission is to support the healthy development of...

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