Best Child Care in Kansas City, MO
Discover the joy of early learning at La Petite Academy. Whether caring for your baby, preparing your preschooler for kindergarten, or supporting your elementary student (up to age 12) in the morning...
Drop-In Care
With our Flex Care program, you can purchase child care days in advance to use, as you need them—all year long. You get reliability and flexibility, and your child gets to experience our proven curriculum in a fun, safe, and secure environment. You can purchase prepaid cards in five-day increments through your school, and each is good for one full year. After completing the enrollment paperwork, just call 48 hours in advance to reserve your spot.
Infants
Families love the balance of nurturing care and milestone development in this program. In a warm, safe, stimulating classroom, children have a primary caregiver to attend to their needs. Plus, our exclusive, milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, was developed by our educational experts to focus on key developmental milestones specific to infants. We emphasize each child’s development, rather than specific age, because all children grow and learn at their own pace, and in their own unique way. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
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Westport Montessori is a licensed child care center offering infant care, preschool, pre-kindergarten, and other programs located at 3930 Baltimore Ave in Old Westport in Kansas City, MO. Contact this...
Infant Program
Our infant program provides a safe, nurturing environment where babies can grow at their own pace. With personalized care, we follow your baby’s routine and offer engaging activities like sensory play to support physical, cognitive, and emotional development. Parents stay connected with regular updates, ensuring peace of mind while their child explores and thrives in our care.
Toddler Program
Our toddler program offers a lively and nurturing environment where your child can explore, create, and learn through hands-on activities. Toddlers engage in sensory play, build language skills during circle time, and express themselves through art, all while developing important social skills like empathy and cooperation. With plenty of opportunities for creative exploration, problem-solving, and group play, your child will build confidence and friendships in a fun, loving atmosphere.
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Primrose School of Liberty is a private preschool offering Balanced Learning® early education and child care, conveniently located on NE 82nd Street next to Liberty Oaks Elementary School. Programs...
Infant Program
At this age, your infant is mainly learning through observation and exploration. For example, as our Infant teachers talk and sing with your child during feeding, diaper changes and playtime, your little one is beginning to understand language and conversation. Nurturing interactions like these will fill your child’s day and can be adapted and personalized to meet their individual needs.
Toddler Program
In our Toddler program, you’ll find carefully selected equipment that our newest walkers love to climb on, crawl through and hide in while stretching their gross motor skills. Teachers also use books, toys, games and other materials to create exciting explorations into colors, shapes, science and more.
Also offers: Early Preschool, Preschool, Preschool Pathways, and more
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Happy Hearts Child Daycare offers full-time care Monday through Friday, 6:30am to 6:30pm, with optional weekend care available when needed.
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KidsPark State Line in Kansas City is a premier, licensed early childhood center pioneering flexible, hourly childcare. The school follows a play-based philosophy that prioritizes social...
Busy Bees Program
Our 2–3 year-olds, like busy little bees, stay active, build social skills in their “hive,” and are super sweet! Diapers accepted. Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–Noon. We focus on socialization, independence, motor skills, sensory play, and creativity. Join our Little Bee class!
Preschool Program
Our traditional academic curriculum prepares children for Kindergarten with added STEAM learning. Registration is open year-round. Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–12 PM. Create your own schedule, choose your days, and pay only when you attend. Before and after care available.
Also offers: School Age Summer Camp!
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Faith-based facility providing a full array of childcare services based on the needs of parents today. Services include an engaged learning environment for Preschool ages, Infant Care services,...
Drop In Care
Parents may call, or stop by, our facility and register his/her/their child(ren) for our Drop In Care service. After Registration, the parent may contact us any day, morning, evening, night, or weekend and request a single Drop In stay or multiple Drop In Stays
Infant Care Services
Complete & comprehensive Infant care based on the needs of the parents
Also offers: Toddler Care, Preschool Program, Summer Care Services
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Childcare center and preschool program for infants through Pre-Kindergarten. Utilizes a play-based curriculum focused on inspiring a love of learning through a combination of early academics and...
Infant Daycare
Infant program offering a physically and emotionally safe place for your baby to explore and learn about the world around them. Shoe-free policy ensures that classrooms are clean and safe for little ones to move around. Daily routine includes time outdoors, group time, and discovery baskets for sensory exploration. Trained teachers spend time cuddling, singing, and reading to your child.
Toddler Daycare
Toddlers are on the go, exploring and learning new things throughout each day. Classrooms are kid-size in design, allowing children to do more things independently, building their self-confidence. Photos of the children’s families cover the walls of the classroom, creating a sense of community. Daily routine includes: outdoor play, circle time, dance & movement, reading, art, music, and free play.
Also offers: Discovery Preschool, Preschool Program, Prekindergarten Program
Speaks Spanish
ECLC is a well-respected program dedicated to providing quality childcare, interactive learning, and memorable experiences. ECLC is located inside Second Presbyterian but is not a faith-based...
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Establishment offers faith-based care and early learning programs for infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children. Program places emphasis on development of problem-solving, sensory, language, and...
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In-home provider specializing in childcare services for infants and toddlers. The curriculum features basic core life skills and baby sign language that help communicate with the little ones. The...
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Primrose School of Ward Parkway is a private preschool offering Balanced Learning® early education and child care, conveniently located on Meadow Lake Parkway near Belinder Elementary School and...
Infant Program
At this age, your infant is mainly learning through observation and exploration. For example, as our Infant teachers talk and sing with your child during feeding, diaper changes and playtime, your little one is beginning to understand language and conversation. Nurturing interactions like these will fill your child’s day and can be adapted and personalized to meet their individual needs.
Toddler Program
In our Toddler program, you’ll find carefully selected equipment that our newest walkers love to climb on, crawl through and hide in while stretching their gross motor skills. Teachers also use books, toys, games and other materials to create exciting explorations into colors, shapes, science and more.
Also offers: Preschool, Preschool Pathways, Early Preschool, and more
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Primrose School at KU Medical Center is a private preschool offering Balanced Learning® early education and child care, conveniently located on W 36 Avenue near Gordon Parks Elementary School and...
Infant Program
At this age, your infant is mainly learning through observation and exploration. For example, as our Infant teachers talk and sing with your child during feeding, diaper changes and playtime, your little one is beginning to understand language and conversation. Nurturing interactions like these will fill your child’s day and can be adapted and personalized to meet their individual needs.
Toddler Program
In our Toddler program, you’ll find carefully selected equipment that our newest walkers love to climb on, crawl through and hide in while stretching their gross motor skills. Teachers also use books, toys, games and other materials to create exciting explorations into colors, shapes, science and more.
Also offers: Early Preschool, Preschool Pathways, Preschool, and more
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Center offers care and learning opportunities for children 1-5 years old. Program provides hands-on interactive educational activities that support social, intellectual, and physical development....
Speaks Spanish
Preschool program operated by the North Oak Christian Church provides a Christian environment for children to build academic, motor, and socialization skills. Daily activities explore subject areas...
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Private preschool and daycare center offering advanced academic and play-based programming. Curriculum is strongly based on phonics along with developing independence, responsibility, empathy,...
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Christian preschool offering an academic and faith-based learning curriculum. Teachers develop lessons incorporating reading readiness, writing, STEM enrichment, and skills practice toward gross motor...
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Faith-based early learning program serving preschool students. Children engage with learning through play, develop practical play relationships, problem solve, and discover through curiosity....
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Outlook Academy program offers a unique environment for nurturing, development, and growth of your loved ones. The core philosophy of our curriculum is based on the internationally renowned Norwegian...
Speaks Spanish
Traditional childcare offered in a home environment. Provider believes in free-play with structured learning during short intervals for younger children. Older children are introduced to a preschool...
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Early education and childcare center serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Play-based curriculum focuses on early academics, literacy, science, social-emotional development and creativity....
Infant Daycare
Infant program offering a physically and emotionally safe place for your baby to explore and learn about the world around them. Shoe-free policy ensures that classrooms are clean and safe for little ones to move around. Daily routine includes time outdoors, group time, and discovery baskets for sensory exploration. Trained teachers spend time cuddling, singing, and reading to your child.
Toddler Daycare
Toddlers are on the go, exploring and learning new things throughout each day. Classrooms are kid-size in design, allowing children to do more things independently, building their self-confidence. Photos of the children’s families cover the walls of the classroom, creating a sense of community. Daily routine includes: outdoor play, circle time, dance & movement, reading, art, music, and free play.
Also offers: Discovery Preschool, Preschool Program, Prekindergarten Program
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Union Hill Day School is a private Montessori school that provides a nurturing environment for children from six weeks through kindergarten. It supports emotional, intellectual, physical, and social...
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Tierra Encantada of Brookside provides high-quality childcare for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers and is conveniently located off Highway 71 on Gregory Road. At Tierra, we care for the whole...
Infants
Your baby will be in safe, loving arms as they develop important physical, social and emotional skills. Our classrooms are filled with a variety of engaging musical experiences to support your little ones development. Take a moment to listen (and dance) to one of our playlists. Children engage with colors, textures, and a variety of materials each day, to creatively express themselves and the world they see! Our rooms are lined with shelves of toys that encourage children to investigate, discover, reason, and organize their knowledge… all while playing with friends!
Toddlers
This classroom provides support and encouragement to help toddlers confidently explore and develop new skills, language and ideas. Our classrooms are filled with a variety of engaging musical experiences to support your little ones development. Take a moment to listen (and dance) to one of our playlists. Children engage with colors, textures, and a variety of materials each day, to creatively express themselves and the world they see! Our rooms are lined with shelves of toys that encourage children to investigate, discover, reason, and organize their knowledge… all while playing with friends!
Speaks Spanish
The Downtown Childhood Development Center provides early childhood education and care services in Kansas City's historic northeast neighborhood. The center operates in a renovated historic building...
Child Care Program
Our staff Provides individualized attention and care to each infant recognizing and responding to their unique needs and cues. Our teachers also collaborate with parents to establish routines and consistency, ensuring a smooth transition between home and childcare
Toddler Care Program
Also offers: Preschool Program
Speaks Spanish
Provider offering childcare and early learning services to toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children in a home environment. Routine features learning activities, storytime, crafts, outdoor time,...
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We are a warm, welcoming daycare and preschool in the Kansas City Northland, caring for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years. Open since 2001, our 16 bright classrooms support every stage of early...
Stephen's House
Serving Kansas City Northland families since 2001, our daycare & preschool cares for children 6 weeks–6 years in 16 engaging classrooms. With a theme-based curriculum, catered lunch, snacks, and only 10 closed days a year, we help every child learn, grow, and feel loved.
Infant Care Program
Our infant program nurtures little learners with sign language, storytime, sensory play, and early skill development. We focus on curiosity, communication, and growth in a safe, loving environment where every baby feels supported and engaged.
Also offers: Toddler Care Program, Preschool Program
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MsAunie’s Daycare & MsAunie’s Daycare Two, are childcare centers dedicated to serving the needs of young children by providing a high-quality early childhood program within a safe, nurturing...
MsAunie:s Daycare
MsAunie's Daycare is a licensed, facility providing structured care and early education for groups of children, typically from infancy through preschool age
MsAunie's Daycare "Sweets Lane"
Also offers: Toddler Care Program, Big Kids Blvd
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Mercy Childcare Center provides care and early education for children in a faith-based environment. The center is affiliated with Mercy Hospital and serves hospital employees as well as families from...
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Home-based daycare with a play-based curriculum. Program goal is to provide the most natural learning environment while teaching practical life skills through positive learning experiences. Program...
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Establishment offering faith-based early learning programs for infants, toddlers, preschool, and school-age children. Program enables children to enhance social-emotional skills and academics while...
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Center offers care and interactive learning programs for infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children. Program focuses on providing hands-on educational activities and experiences that promote...
Speaks Spanish
Childcare program provides an intellectual learning experience for children that builds a foundation in science, math, reading, problem solving, and reasoning. Children participate in indoor and...
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Present Home Daycare & Autism Support is a licensed, inclusive home daycare owned by a former Registered Behavior Technician. We warmly welcome all children, including those with autism, offering a...
Infant, Toddler, Summer, After School Care
Present Home Daycare & Autism Support: Licensed, inclusive care by a former RBT & Teacher. We welcome all kids, including those with autism, offering big play spaces, minimal screens, and creative arts. Personalized, nurturing, and fun—where every child thrives!
Infant Care Program
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Center offers Christian-focused care and early learning programs for preschool-age children. Program provides hands-on educational experiences in science, math, reading, and writing. Emphasis is...
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Center offers care and educational programs for infants, toddlers, preschool, and school-age children. Programs provide interactive and hands-on activities that promote social, intellectual, and...
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Center offers faith-based care and educational programs for infants, toddlers, preschool, and school-age children. Programs provide hands-on learning opportunities that promote social, emotional,...
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Early childhood center offering education for children who are blind or have low vision alongside sighted peers in preparation for the sighted world. Early childhood program offers instruction for...
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Early childhood center offers programs for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers that nurture exploration while supporting social-emotional, physical, and intellectual development. Play-based curriculum...
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Daycare and early learning program serving infants, toddlers, and preschool learners. Activities include age-appropriate lessons and play, outdoor exploration, playgrounds, learning centers, blocks,...
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Faith-based early learning program serving preschool children. Daily curriculum includes phonics, reading, pre-writing, early math and numbers, science, arts and creative activities, physical...
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Childcare center promotes school readiness with age-appropriate educational programs for infants through pre-kindergarten children. Daily offerings including sensory experiences, activity centers, as...
Speaks Spanish
Discover the joy of early learning at La Petite Academy. Whether caring for your baby, preparing your preschooler for kindergarten, or supporting your elementary student (up to age 12) in the morning...
Drop-In Care
With our Flex Care program, you can purchase child care days in advance to use, as you need them—all year long. You get reliability and flexibility, and your child gets to experience our proven curriculum in a fun, safe, and secure environment. You can purchase prepaid cards in five-day increments through your school, and each is good for one full year. After completing the enrollment paperwork, just call 48 hours in advance to reserve your spot.
Infants
Families love the balance of nurturing care and milestone development in this program. In a warm, safe, stimulating classroom, children have a primary caregiver to attend to their needs. Plus, our exclusive, milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, was developed by our educational experts to focus on key developmental milestones specific to infants. We emphasize each child’s development, rather than specific age, because all children grow and learn at their own pace, and in their own unique way. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
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Canterbury Academy at Briarcliff provides parents peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a setting as nurturing as home.
Flexible Care
With Flexi-Pass, families can purchase 5 full days of prepaid care to use one at a time or all at once. There are no registration fees, no ongoing tuition, and no long-term commitment — just trusted care at a lower per-day cost.
Infant Care
Our Infant Care Program is committed to making the first transition away from home natural and easy for both you and your child.
Also offers: Toddler Program, Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten
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Guarderia Infantil "Alegria" is a license-exempt, faith-based and Spanish-language focused childcare center, serving Kansas City's Hispanic community. The center accepts state subsidy and provides...
Speaks Spanish
Preschool program offered at North Cross United Methodist Church aims to prepare children for kindergarten through developmentally-appropriate activities. Structured environment offers children...
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Center offering daycare, preschool, and special needs services for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Project Construct curriculum is used to promote hands-on learning and school-readiness. Children...
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Youth development program offers before and after-school care that prioritizes social growth, academic enhancement, and overall health. Daily activities promote leadership development, community...
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Center providing care for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Creative Curriculum is utilized to teach art, music, reading, math and science through hands-on activities. Children paint, do yoga, play...
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Center offers care and early learning opportunities for infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children. Program emphasizes learning through interactive and hands-on activities in language, literacy,...
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Daycare center located in Grace Baptist Church provides Christian-based programs for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Children learn number and color recognition and engage in weekly Bible...
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Faith-based facility providing care and learning opportunities for young children. Operated by Pine Ridge Presbyterian Church, program offers a Christian learning environment with a play-based...
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The Cost of Childcare in Missouri
Curious how much daycare or preschool really costs in Missouri? We break down average childcare rates by city, age, and program type—based on real data from local providers.
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Childcare Assistance in Missouri
Explore financial assistance programs available in Missouri, including childcare subsidies, tax credits, and free preschool options for eligible families.
FAQs About Kansas City Child Care
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How many child care providers are in Kansas City?
- Based on Winnie data collection, there are 440 child care providers in Kansas City and 61 of these child care providers offer part time care.
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How much does child care cost in Kansas City?
- According to provider data, $809 is the average monthly price for full time child care in Kansas City.
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Do child care providers in Kansas City speak multiple languages?
- Yes, there are approximately 21 child care providers in Kansas City that are multilingual, offering care in at least two different languages.
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What are the most common languages offered by Kansas City childcare providers?
- The 4 most common languages spoken by child care providers in Kansas City are Spanish, American Sign Language, French and Greek.