Licensed Daycare in Beaufort, Missouri

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Beaufort?

Statewide averages in Missouri run roughly $900/month for infants and $720/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

Q: What staff-to-child ratios apply in Beaufort daycares?

All licensed Missouri centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:8 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Beaufort typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Beaufort?

Missouri families can apply for Missouri Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (573) 522-1385). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

2 licensed daycares in Beaufort, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Missouri licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$900/mo

Missouri avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Beaufort

ChildCare Aware reports the Missouri average full-time cost at $900/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Beaufort vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.

The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. Missouri families may also qualify for Missouri Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (573) 522-1385).

Full Missouri licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Missouri DHSS — Section for Child Care Regulation
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:8
Preschool ratio: 1:10
Avg capacity: 97 kids

ZIP codes covered

63013 2

Program types in Beaufort

Preschool

2 centers

All Beaufort licensed centers

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B Preschool

Blue Springs Little Scholars #37

Beaufort

Preschool (2-5) Cap 120

C Preschool

Columbia Wonder Years #197

Beaufort

Preschool (2-5) Cap 75

Pick a provider above to see the full profile, including current license status, age range served, and phone number.

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Beaufort, Missouri?

Our directory lists 2 licensed childcare centers in Beaufort, Missouri, sourced from Missouri DHSS — Section for Child Care Regulation. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

What's the average daycare cost in Beaufort?

Statewide averages in Missouri run roughly $900/month for infants and $720/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

What staff-to-child ratios apply in Beaufort daycares?

All licensed Missouri centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:8 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Beaufort typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Beaufort?

Missouri families can apply for Missouri Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (573) 522-1385). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.

How do I verify a Beaufort daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Missouri DHSS — Section for Child Care Regulation search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.