Best Preschools in St. Louis, 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...
Early Preschool
It’s never too early to start preparing your child to be ready for school, and that’s why our parents—and their children—love our Early Preschool classroom. As a stepping stone to Preschool, our Early Preschool program has a unique, indicator-based curriculum, Learn as We Grow™, designed to address the individual learning needs of 30- to 42-month-old children. We focus on understanding routines and developing independence. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Preschool
For any child, preschool education is an essential step on the path to kindergarten. We want the best for your child and that’s why this program focuses on their personal development with customized curriculum and lesson plans to meet their individual developmental needs. In this classroom, children are given an increasing sense of independence, while also learning how to relate to others through large-group activities which are an essential part of the day. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Also offers: Pre-K, Drop-In Care
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Preschool and Pre-Kindergarten programs designed to promote self-confidence, empathy, and creativity. Children participate in engaging activities such as: gardening, puppet play, storytelling,...
Preschool
Our specialized preschool curriculum uses rhymes, stories and hands-on activities to encourage those first steps toward building the foundational skills for reading, writing, math, and science.
Pre-Kindergarten
Our Pre-K Program is designed specifically to ensure students are ready to THRIVE in Kindergarten and beyond.
Also offers: Flexible Care
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Our priorities are safety, happiness, a robust educational environment and parent communication. We offer a comprehensive curriculum based on the Montessori method. Our curriculum focuses on social...
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Full-day French immersion childcare program with Spanish and Portuguese as secondary program languages and English for kindergarten readiness. Maximize your child's natural ability to acquire language...
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Speaks Spanish
We are a not-for-profit child care center, preschool, and therapy center. We serve children with and without special needs, ages six weeks to six years, and up to age 18 in our therapy services. At...
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Early learning program serving preschool age students through child-centered, process-oriented, and play-based curriculum. Lessons include visual arts, motor skill development, social studies,...
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Union is a part-time Preschool offering an early learning program for children within a play-based atmosphere. Emphasis is placed on providing developmentally appropriate interactive experiences that...
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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....
Discovery Preschool
Preschool program designed to create a strong academic and social foundation. Teachers introduce math, literacy, and science. Activities also include music, movement, art, pretend play, and group games. Children become an active part of their classroom community.
Preschool Program
Hands-on preschool program with a strong focus on school readiness. Children are encouraged to think independently and express their individuality. Your child’s day is filled with creating, experimenting, and imaginary play. Curriculum includes: math, science, language, and spanish. Children begin to expand social skills and build friendships.
Also offers: Prekindergarten Program
Speaks Spanish
Give your child an excellent start at Guidepost Montessori at Central West End. Our accredited programs for Infant, Toddler, Preschool and Kindergarten age children offer a safe, inspiring space to...
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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....
Discovery Preschool
Preschool program designed to create a strong academic and social foundation. Teachers introduce math, literacy, and science. Activities also include music, movement, art, pretend play, and group games. Children become an active part of their classroom community.
Preschool Program
Hands-on preschool program with a strong focus on school readiness. Children are encouraged to think independently and express their individuality. Your child’s day is filled with creating, experimenting, and imaginary play. Curriculum includes: math, science, language, and spanish. Children begin to expand social skills and build friendships.
Also offers: Prekindergarten Program
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Learning center offers infant and young toddler care along with Montessori primary program for children between ages 3 and 6. Teachers guide children as they self-initiate the exploration of practical...
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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...
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Secular program offers early learning programs for preschool-age children. Emphasis is placed on preparing children for a successful transition to Kindergarten. Interactive and engaging educational...
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Faith-based early education program serving preschool students. Activities include building blocks, exercise, outdoor play and exploration, puzzles, reading books, group play, circle time, learning...
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Center serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children. Activities are play-based and encourage socialization. Free play, art, yoga, and field trips are offered.
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Early childhood education program offering an environment where each child is accepted as unique. Preschool strives to build self-esteem, promote positive social skills, and encourage curiosity and...
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A family-centered co-operative preschool centered on developing a love of learning in every child.
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Church-based preschool program for toddlers.
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Center offers faith-based early learning programs for infants, toddlers, preschool, and school-age children. Program provides opportunities for development of positive self-concept and enhancement of...
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Christian preschool offering faith-based, school readiness curriculum. Children learn through guided activities and five-sense learning. Bible teachings, art, math, and literacy activities are...
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Childcare center and preschool program for infants through Pre-Kindergarten. Site utilizes a play-based curriculum focused on inspiring a love of learning through a combination of early academics and...
Preschool Program
Hands-on preschool program with a strong focus on school readiness. Children are encouraged to think independently and express their individuality. Your child’s day is filled with creating, experimenting, and imaginary play. Curriculum includes: math, science, language, and spanish. Children begin to expand social skills and build friendships.
Discovery Preschool
Preschool program designed to create a strong academic and social foundation. Teachers introduce math, literacy, and science. Activities also include music, movement, art, pretend play, and group games. Children become an active part of their classroom community.
Also offers: Prekindergarten Program
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Happy Haven Academy provides a secure and supportive environment where young children can engage in play, develop, and acquire knowledge. We emphasize free play and exploration with plenty of outside...
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Faith-based facility providing care and educational experiences rooted in Jewish tradition and identity. Center offers a variety of programs suited to each age group and stage of development and...
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Independent preschool and elementary program guided by the Reggio Emilia approach. Students experience a project-based curriculum that is hands-on, requires teamwork, and encourages risk-taking....
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Center offers care and educational experiences for infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children. Program provides opportunities for relationship building and development of positive communication...
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Daycare and early learning center offering lessons and care for infants, toddlers, and preschool students. Infant and toddler curriculum includes beginning language exercises, music and movement,...
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The Goddard School of Rock Hill - Webster Groves is a private preschool center with highly qualified teachers. Our center features a full-service kitchen with an on-site cook, outdoor classrooms and...
Preschool Classroom
In our Preschool classroom, children start their journeys into a cooperative learning environment where they can discover interests and learn in a more structured setting. At The Goddard School®, we recognize that classrooms are made up of many unique children and teachers work to create engaging, innovative, play-based lessons with the interests and needs of every child in mind. Through the power of asking a question, your child will learn how to seek answers and advocate for themselves in the classroom. The Wonder of Learning™ curriculum takes your child's natural curiosity and encourages them to ask even more questions because asking questions fuels learning. When children want to know something, they learn faster and learning becomes an understanding that lasts a lifetime.
Bridge Classroom
Children in the Bridge classroom are strengthening their self-care skills, growing in their independence and enhancing the skills they need to be successful in a preschool classroom. The Bridge classroom is a purposeful year of preschool prep designed for children with birthdays later in the year or children who may need more time to strengthen self-care skills or social-emotional development. In this classroom, our Wonder of Learning™ education program supports children's independence as they continue to build skills necessary for handwriting and drawing with increased intentionality, learn foundational math concepts and build strong vocabularies.
Also offers: Pre-Kindergarten
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The Goddard School of Oakville is a private preschool center with highly qualified teachers. Our center features a full-service kitchen with an on-site cook, outdoor classrooms and playgrounds, and an...
Bridge Classroom
Children in the Bridge classroom are strengthening their self-care skills, growing in their independence and enhancing the skills they need to be successful in a preschool classroom. The Bridge classroom is a purposeful year of preschool prep designed for children with birthdays later in the year or children who may need more time to strengthen self-care skills or social-emotional development. In this classroom, our Wonder of Learning™ education program supports children's independence as they continue to build skills necessary for handwriting and drawing with increased intentionality, learn foundational math concepts and build strong vocabularies.
Preschool Classroom
In our Preschool classroom, children start their journeys into a cooperative learning environment where they can discover interests and learn in a more structured setting. At The Goddard School®, we recognize that classrooms are made up of many unique children and teachers work to create engaging, innovative, play-based lessons with the interests and needs of every child in mind. Through the power of asking a question, your child will learn how to seek answers and advocate for themselves in the classroom. The Wonder of Learning™ curriculum takes your child's natural curiosity and encourages them to ask even more questions because asking questions fuels learning. When children want to know something, they learn faster and learning becomes an understanding that lasts a lifetime.
Also offers: Pre-Kindergarten
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At Little Sunshine’s Playhouse of University City, MO, we believe every child’s educational journey should begin at a preschool that feels safe, nurturing, and full of joy. Our warm and welcoming...
Preschool
We design our preschool classrooms with developmental milestones in mind and equip each classroom with age-appropriate, educational toys to help continue inspiring your preschoolers curiosity and desire to learn and engage with their classmates and their environment.
Early Preschool
Your child’s preschool teacher and our classroom create a nurturing, home-like classroom environment where your toddler is treated as a capable individual, whose opinions, actions and thoughts are respected and valued.
Also offers: Pre-K
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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....
Preschool Program
Hands-on preschool program with a strong focus on school readiness. Children are encouraged to think independently and express their individuality. Your child’s day is filled with creating, experimenting, and imaginary play. Curriculum includes: math, science, language, and spanish. Children begin to expand social skills and build friendships.
Discovery Preschool
Preschool program designed to create a strong academic and social foundation. Teachers introduce math, literacy, and science. Activities also include music, movement, art, pretend play, and group games. Children become an active part of their classroom community.
Also offers: Prekindergarten Program
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At KinderCare, your child will thrive in a safe, fun environment where we encourage exploration and creativity. We offer flexible scheduling, affordable pricing, and financial assistance to eligible...
Discovery Preschool
Preschool program designed to create a strong academic and social foundation. Teachers introduce math, literacy, and science. Activities also include music, movement, art, pretend play, and group games. Children become an active part of their classroom community.
Preschool Program
Hands-on preschool program with a strong focus on school readiness. Children are encouraged to think independently and express their individuality. Your child's day is filled with creating, experimenting, and imaginary play. Curriculum includes: math, science, language, and spanish. Children begin to expand social skills and build friendships.
Also offers: Prekindergarten Program
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Center offers care and educational opportunities for infants, toddlers, preschool, and school-age children. Program encourages social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development in preparation...
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Daycare and early learning program providing care for infants, toddlers, preschool, and school-age students. Infants engage in tummy time, music and movement, and socialization. Toddler activities...
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Covenant Academy Center is a licensed childcare facility in North St. Louis County. The center provides care and early education services for young children.
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Daycare and early learning program providing care for infants, toddlers, preschool, and school-age students. Infants engage in tummy time, music and movement, and socialization. Toddler activities...
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Daycare and early learning program providing care for infants, toddlers, preschool, and school-age students. Infants engage in tummy time, music and movement, and socialization. Toddler activities...
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Daycare and early learning program providing care for infants, toddlers, preschool, and school-age students. Infants engage in tummy time, music and movement, and socialization. Toddler activities...
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Daycare and early learning program providing care for infants, toddlers, preschool, and school-age students. Infants engage in tummy time, music and movement, and socialization. Toddler activities...
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Center offers Jewish early learning programs for toddlers and preschool-age children. Interactive hands-on activities are offered in art, language, literacy, music, and math. Daily routine includes...
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School offering preschool classes while serving students from preschool through elementary school. Lessons include reading, and phonics, early math, writing the letters of the alphabet, counting,...
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Preschool offers multicultural early learning programs for young children. Bilingual instruction provides immersive experience in foreign language and fosters cultural competency. Program places...
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Early childhood program encouraging creativity, exploration and discovery in a developmental learning environment. Daily offerings include experiences in art, language, as well as music and movement....
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The center is a safe, healthy, and comprehensive child development facility providing full-day learning experiences for children 6 weeks to 5 years of age year-round. This magnificent program follows...
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Faith-based daycare center serving infants through school-age students. Children engage in Christian curriculum, language and communication skills, creativity, group play and activities,...
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Master's Preschool Center provides early childhood education and care services in North St. Louis. The center offers a safe, nurturing environment for young children.
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Center offering care for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children. Play-based activities are offered daily. Preschoolers prepare for kindergarten by completing teacher-guided lessons.
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Play-based preschool offering half, full, and extended care options for young children. Curriculum features themed classroom lessons, hands-on learning experiences, and imaginative exploration to...
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Center offers care and learning experiences for toddlers, preschool, and school-age children. Program provides hands-on educational activities that promote social, intellectual, emotional, and...
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Daycare center offers programs for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers that focuses on building social-emotional skills while preparing children for kindergarten. Daily schedule consists of structured...
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Childcare center serves St. Louis City County children beginning in infancy and through the school-age years. Active learning environment promotes creative thinking. Center is equipped with classroom...
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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 St. Louis Preschools
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How many preschool programs are in St. Louis?
- Based on Winnie provider data, there are currently 187 preschool programs in St. Louis.
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How much does preschool cost in St. Louis?
- The average monthly price for St. Louis preschools is $1426. This is based on provider data for preschools listed on Winnie.
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How many programs in St. Louis accept preschoolers aged 3-4 years?
- Based on Winnie provider data, there are 175 preschool programs in St. Louis that accept kids ages 3-4 years old.
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What types of preschool curriculums are offered in St. Louis?
- The 10 most popular preschool curriculum types in St. Louis include: Play-Based, Religious, Academic-Based, Creative Curriculum, Montessori, Reggio Emilia, Nature-Based, Blended Curriculum, Project-Based, STEAM.