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Recent family daycare reviews in Saint Louis, MO

Prickly Pear Nature School

5.0

I have known Emily for years and watched her care for several children. When she founded Prickly Pear I sent my son without hesitation. We had just started a conventional school and I knew quickly that it wasn't a good fit for our family. Emily creates a non-judge mental, patient, and fun atmosphere...

- Anna N.

The ARK Childcare Christian Center

5.0

Alysa is awesome! She is very loving, caring, and attentive. She does great with children on the autism spectrum and is very dependable. I’ve never had any negative issues with her service. I give her five stars and more if I could.

- Care member

Benders Babies

5.0

I cant say enough about Benders Babies!! Its hard enough being a working mom, its great to find a place that you know your child is being taken care of they way you would want them to be taken care of while your at work. Kids love it and she's just so great with them.

- Senija S.

Afusat Child Care And Housekeeping Inc

5.0

She is a good cleaner. I trust her give her a chance and I don't regret it.

- Fashina A

Just Kids Daycare

5.0

I have had my children with just kids for 3 years and absolutely love how they are with my children. They eat full course meals. Jerri rocks.

- Jerri M.

Family daycares in Saint Louis, MO

Prickly Pear Nature School

Prickly Pear Nature School

Na, Saint Louis, MO

5.0

(2)

Prickly Pear Nature School is an alternative preschool/kindergarten (ages 3-7) program that focuses on nature play, child-lead exploring, and hands on/experience learning. We get outdoors year round, in all weather. There's no such thing as bad weather! My goal is to build children's confidence,...
5.0
"I have known Emily for years and watched her care for several children. When she founded Prickly Pear I sent my son without hesitation. We had just started a conventional school and I knew quickly that it wasn't a good fit for our family. Emily creates a non-judge...

Anna N.


The ARK Childcare Christian Center

The ARK Childcare Christian Center

5030 Potomac Street, Saint Louis, MO

5.0

(3)

"Receive the children in reverence, educate them in love, and send them forth in freedom." -Rudolph Steiner Hello, my name is Miss Alysa and my expertise is childcare. I believe the greatest honor in this life is servitude and caring for others. I am 30 y/o, a mother myself and have over 12 years...
5.0
"I cant recommend The Ark enough! Miss Alysa is patient, kind, and even ges on my daughter's level and to give the attention and support she'd need. I really liked how she would log diaper changes and what my daughter ate at meal times. She even washed our dirty...

Care member


Benders Babies

Benders Babies

10500 Lavinia Dr, Saint Louis, MO

5.0

(2)

I love children and always have. I started babysitting 20 years ago and then became a nanny from there. I took a break to go back to school and get a degree as a Registered Medical Assistant. After school, I started a family of my own and stayed home to be with my daughter and also provided an in...
5.0
"Would definitely recommend Benders Babies for daycare! Our kids absolutely love her and we knew they were well cared for while they were in Melissa's care. Our Kids weren't coming home with a new virus every week, that was the best perk of all. You can definitely...

Alma S.


Afusat Child Care And Housekeeping Inc

Afusat Child Care And Housekeeping Inc

5370 Geraldine Ave., Saint Louis, MO

5.0

(4)

Hello, Afusat Childcare and Housekeeping Inc. was established in 2008 by Temitope S Ajose. I was a student in Saint Louis Community College Studying Business management. This company is a community-based organization that provides integrated and comprehensive service for all Cultural in a support...
5.0
"She is good in cleaning and taking care of children like they are is own. All my children love her."

Nurudeen A


Just Kids Daycare

Just Kids Daycare

2414 Castle Dr, Saint Louis, MO

5.0

(1)

***CURRENTLY ENROLLING*** ***NO ANNUAL REGISTRATION FEES OR EXTRA FEES TO ENROLL. ONLY THE FIRST WEEK OF CARE TO ENROLL YOUR CHILD INTO OUR PROGRAM*** I am dedicated to fostering a home environment filled with developmental learning and exploration , your child will participate in activities such...
5.0
"I have had my children with just kids for 3 years and absolutely love how they are with my children. They eat full course meals. Jerri rocks."

Jerri M.


Teacher's Tots

Teacher's Tots

7475 Hoover Ave, Saint Louis, MO

4.0

(5)

My name is Julia, and I am a teacher (English and reading) with 10 years' experience and a mother of 4. I left my teaching job in 2014 and have been caring for kids with my youngest two for the past year and a half. My son is going to kindergarten in the fall and my daughter, age 2.5, will still be...
4.0
"Julia has been caring for our 17-month-old son for a little less than a month. Her home is warm and kid-friendly. Her own two children that are at home during the day are lovely, sweet, well-adjusted kids. Julia has worked hard to provide the right care for our...

Heather P.


Elizabeth's Home Daycare

Elizabeth's Home Daycare

2829 Wismer Ave, Saint Louis, MO

5.0

(4)

Hello! My name is Elizabeth, and I am an experienced childcare professional with a Bachelor's degree in Elementary and Early Childhood Education. I have professional experience caring for children of all ages in both home and day care settings. After working for several years in daycare centers and...
5.0
"Elizabeth is great! She went above and beyond to accommodate our high maintenance 8 months old. She encouraged us to come visit on regular basis for almost 2 months before our official start date to make the transition smoother. She also had helpful suggestions on...

Viktoryia S.


SouthSide Early Childhood Center

SouthSide Early Childhood Center

2101 S. Jefferson Avenue, Saint Louis, MO

5.0

(1)

SouthSide's Early Childhood Programs SouthSide Early Childhood Center just moved into a beautiful, state-of-the-art building just south of I-44 and I-64/40. This bright and warm space offers a natural playground, indoor playroom, kids' kitchen and preschool garden. SouthSide's program is...
5.0
"SouthSide provides a nurturing, educational and individualized program for children from six weeks old to pre-kindergarten."

Katy W.


Rene Fish

Rene Fish

338 Geneva Dr., Saint Louis, MO

5.0

(2)

I've been doing childcare in my South St. Louis County home for 24 years; providing a safe and loving atmosphere for children birth through grade school. I currently have three children who are about 1 1/2 and am looking for one more full-time child 2 years or older. I supply lunch and snacks for...
5.0
"Rene' watched my three children. She began watching my oldest when she was 5 and my other two from birth till Middle School. She loved and cared for them in her home; they still consider her and her home a place of love. :-)"

Carol


Chesterfield Kids Academy

Chesterfield Kids Academy

13444 Beagle Lane, Saint Louis, MO

Chesterfield Kids Academy is state licensed, family owned and operated by mother-daughter team with over 40 years combined experience in early childhood, elementary and higher education. We offer variety of programs for children, 6 weeks to 12 years: Full and Half Day preschool; Before and After...

Lions Pride Academy

Lions Pride Academy

6189 Westminster Place, Saint Louis, MO

Lion's Pride Academy is St. Louis' premier home daycare for younger children. Our teaching approach relies on positive reinforcement, an emphasis on creativity and our small class size. We are careful to respect our diverse students and to celebrate both individual and cultural...

Cd Childcare

Cd Childcare

7133 Caprock Dr, Saint Louis, MO

In home daycare. Years of experience!

A Bundle Of Joy Daycare

A Bundle Of Joy Daycare

5730 Hamilton Ave., Saint Louis, MO

We are located in St. Louis MO. Our hours of operations are from 6:00am to 6:00pm, Monday-Friday. I accept ages from 6 weeks - 13 years old. All of my staff, including myself are CPR and First Aid certified. I provide 3 meals a day and an afternoon snack. I provide preschool/pre-k learning for...

Teach Children 2 Grow

Teach Children 2 Grow

10517 Castle Dr, Saint Louis, MO

My Child care is taught by dedicated and experienced educators. Using proven teaching strategies, making sure that every student has a path to success. (Teaching for the Future) We embrace a learning environment that will prepare your Lil scholar for the path ahead. My Child Care incorporates...

Little Leaders Academy

Little Leaders Academy

11046 Wylestone Ct., Saint Louis, MO

We are a small in-home micro-school teaching Pre-Kindergarten through first grade: Montessori, Nature-Based and Reggio Emilia Inspired for children ages 3-6 in Sappington (Near Grants Farm). We are currently enrolling for summer 2022 (full time) and Fall 2022 school year (half-days). We run Mon-Fri....

Itsy Bitsy Hearts

Itsy Bitsy Hearts

Cologne Ave, Saint Louis, MO

We start at age 6 weeks to 5 years old. tsy Bitsy Hearts adheres to a holistic approach of early childhood education. When we expose children to different environments and various learning experiences, we allow them to explore their self-awareness and gain a sense of the world around them. Once...

Maria's Daycare

Maria's Daycare

10 Jo Ann Place, Saint Louis, MO

Hi! I have an opening in my in home daycare. I am open for either part, or full time care. I would prefer the child to be 1 year old or older. I have been watching children in my home since my daughter was born 5 1/2 years ago. I keep the number of children I watch to a minimum to ensure...

Giggles And Granola

Giggles And Granola

2842 Foxfire Drive, Saint Louis, MO

Giggles and Granola is a licensed childcare provider in Oakville, Missouri, for children aged six weeks to five years. At Giggles and Granola, we believe children learn their best when they are having fun; therefore, we create individualized lesson plans based on your children's interests and the...

N2kids Llc

N2kids Llc

8850 May Ave, Saint Louis, MO

Staff employed By N2KIDS are all CPR certified, all have passed a background check and go through a series of state trainings to sharpen up their childcare developmental skills. We will provide a clean safe home away from home environment, along with a hot meal and healthy snack. We will keep all...

Jordan's In-home Daycare

Jordan's In-home Daycare

10034 Lakeside Dr., Saint Louis, MO

Days: Monday, Wednesday and Thursday Time: 7:30-5pm $45/day We do a daily "school time" for preschool aged kids (calendar time, work on letters, numbers, shapes, colors, days of the week, months,our names, rhyming, etc), In the summer, we do more themes (life cycles, space, Zoo animals, etc) and...

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Ratings for Saint Louis, MO family daycares listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Family Daycares in Saint Louis, MO are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews of the 86 listed family daycares.

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