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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.
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 D.
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
Preschools in Springfield, MO
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.
Little Sunshine's Playhouse and Preschool
2937 S Claremont, Springfield, MO
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...
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 D.
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
Tigers Learning Center, LLC
718 South Scenic, Springfield, MO
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...
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...
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...
Discovery Garden Montessori SC
1515 S National Ave, Springfield, MO
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....
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
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...
A Touch of Nature Quality Child Care is located at 622 S. Pickwick Avenue. It is fully licensed by the state of Missouri and is small enough to allow the teachers time to interact on a one on one basis with the children attending there. All staff members are fully screened by the state, and strive...
PEAPOD BRENTWOOD LLC
2115 S BRENTWOOD BLVD, SPRINGFIELD, MO
Peapod Learning Center was founded in February of 2008 as a licensed family childcare home serving 8 infants 0-24 months. We were part of the Start-Up and Expansion program through the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, created to increase the number of high quality early...
Little Sunshine’s Playhouse & Preschool of Springfield at Chestnut
2826 W. Chestnut Expy., SPRINGFIELD, MO
At Little Sunshine’s Playhouse & Preschool, we offer a safe, secure & nurturing environment through our Distinctive Services and proprietary, Reggio Emilia inspired curriculum. We maintain a reputation of unrivaled distinction in preschool and early childhood education making us a sought after,...
Kerri's Kidsville/Babyville LLC was established in November of 2002. We use Creative Curriculum, which is posted weekly in each classroom and we have weekly infant individual goals posted as well. Creative Curriculum focuses on the teacher's role in how children develop and learn, the learning...
Little Sunshine’s Playhouse & Preschool of Springfield at Cardinal
201 E. Cardinal St., SPRINGFIELD, MO
At Little Sunshine’s Playhouse & Preschool, we offer a safe, secure & nurturing environment through our Distinctive Services and proprietary, Reggio Emilia inspired curriculum. We maintain a reputation of unrivaled distinction in preschool and early childhood education making us a sought after,...
Little Sunshine’s Playhouse & Preschool of Springfield at Claremont
2937 S. Claremont Ave., SPRINGFIELD, MO
At Little Sunshine’s Playhouse & Preschool, we offer a safe, secure & nurturing environment through our Distinctive Services and proprietary, Reggio Emilia inspired curriculum. We maintain a reputation of unrivaled distinction in preschool and early childhood education making us a sought after,...
Parents Cooperative Preschool
2434 E Battlefield Road, Springfield, MO
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...
East Grand Kids
2220 E Grand, Springfield, MO
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!
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...
Grow to Know Preschool
2747 E. Sunshine, Springfield, MO
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.
Paradise Preschool & Child Care
4636 S. West Ave., Springfield, MO
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...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Springfield, MO
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Springfield, MO?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Springfield, MO. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Springfield, MO for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Springfield, MO?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Springfield, MO, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Springfield, MO.
How can I find a preschool near me in Springfield, MO?
When looking for a preschool near you in Springfield, MO on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Springfield, MO who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.
Ratings for Springfield, MO preschools listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Preschools in Springfield, MO are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed preschools.