Best Daycares in St. Louis, MO — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 2 daycares and childcare centers in St. Louis based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in St. Louis

  1. #1 — Montessori Learning Center Score: 25/100

    Montessori Learning Center - Preschool & Childcare Center Serving St. Louis, MO

    Programs: Montessori. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Kingdom Kare Early Learning Center Score: 13/100

    Childcare center listed from OpenStreetMap contribution node/9769251020. Type: center-based. No program signal in source. Verified fields: name, phone, website, address.

    Programs: General Childcare. 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 →

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Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in St. Louis?
Montessori Learning Center is currently the #1 ranked daycare in St. Louis 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 St. Louis?
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 St. Louis?
Childcare costs in St. Louis 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.