The Saint Louis Zoo Preschool

St. Louis Center Claimed Updated Oct 2025

Open today 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Center offering a nature-based preschool program for young children. Child-directed program and emergent curriculum supports learning through authentic experiences rather than teaching skills in isolation. Low teacher-to-student ratio and access to the zoo enable a learning environment that fosters critical thinking, empathy, self-advocacy, a strong sense of community, and a connection to the natural world. Facility offers a 90-acre zoo campus, park, and outdoor classroom space.

Description provided by the business.

Location Info

1 Government Dr

St. Louis, MO 63110

Monday 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Financial Aid

  • Offers Financial Aid
  • Scholarships

Languages Spoken

  • English

Location Details

  • Staff are CPR certified.
  • Staff are first aid certified.
  • Outdoor play space is available.
  • No religious affiliation.

Programs Offered

Preschool Program

Preschool 3 yr - 4 yr 11 mo
  • Schedules

    Full Time

  • Calendar

    School Year

  • Potty Training

    Required

Description

Offers preschool services in St. Louis.

Education Types

  • Emergent
  • Nature-Based
  • Play-Based
  • Project-Based
  • Reggio Emilia

From $1100 to $2600 per month

Licensing

The Saint Louis Zoo Preschool is a license exempt child care center. License exempt programs are legally allowed to operate without a license and they are not regulated or overseen by any state agency.

Type

License Exempt Child Care Center

Identifier

002460055

Capacity

18

Issued

11/24

Last retrieved 05/21/25. More information about licensed providers in MO can be found at Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services.

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