Best Daycares in Springfield, MO — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 34 daycares and childcare centers in Springfield based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Springfield

  1. #1 — Little Sunshine's Playhouse and Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Macedonia Pre-School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  3. #3 — Eaglets' Nest Daycare, Inc. Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  4. #4 — Safe N Sound Playground Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Mother's Touch Learning Center Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  6. #6 — KidLife Daycare and Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  7. #7 — Little Sunshines Playhouse and Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  8. #8 — Kids of Creation Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  9. #9 — Kids First Early Learning Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  10. #10 — Carpenter Kids Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  11. #11 — Westminster Parents' Day Out and Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  12. #12 — Westminster Learning Tree Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  13. #13 — Amys Little Steps Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  14. #14 — Grow to Know Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  15. #15 — Kingswood Programs Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  16. #16 — Kids Korner Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  17. #17 — Shady Dell Early Childhood Center Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  18. #18 — Springfield Public Schools Parents as Teachers Program Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Public service and government, Education. View full profile →

  19. #19 — Preschool Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, School. View full profile →

  20. #20 — Science Sprouts Discovery School Score: 12/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  21. #21 — McgregorElementary Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  22. #22 — Mallory Early Childhood Center Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Specialty school, Home service. View full profile →

  23. #23 — Christian Academy Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, School, Private school. View full profile →

  24. #24 — OACAC Meadowbrook Head Start Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  25. #25 — AL Kids Daycare & Preschool Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. View full profile →

  26. #26 — Little Sunshine's Playhouse Springfield, MO at Cardinal Dr. Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. View full profile →

  27. #27 — Little Sunshine's Playhouse of Springfield at Cardinal St. Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. View full profile →

  28. #28 — Little Sunshine's Enterprises, Inc. Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Corporate office, School, Education, Private establishments and corporates. View full profile →

  29. #29 — Grant Head Start Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  30. #30 — Douglas Head Start Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers

Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation such as NAEYC (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). Read our full methodology →

Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in Springfield?
Little Sunshine's Playhouse and Preschool is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Springfield based on our Guide Score, which evaluates parent reviews, licensing status, accreditation, and quality signals. See the full ranked list above.
How are daycares ranked in Springfield?
Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). There is no paid placement.
How much does daycare cost in Springfield?
Childcare costs in Springfield vary by program type and age group. Full-time infant care commonly ranges from $800–$2,500/month; preschool programs run $600–$1,800/month. Each center's profile page lists contact information for current rates.