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Licensed Daycare in Springfield, Missouri

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

14
Licensed Centers
2
Infant Spots
$900/mo
Missouri avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Springfield

ChildCare Aware reports the Missouri average full-time cost at $900/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Springfield 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
76 kids

ZIP codes covered

65804 5 65803 5 65802 4 65807 3 65810 2 65809 2 65806 2

Program types in Springfield

Preschool
2 centers
Montessori
2 centers
Family Daycare
2 centers
Child Care Center
2 centers
Infant Care
2 centers
Head Start
2 centers

All Springfield licensed centers

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B Licensed Center

Blue Springs ABC Childcare #26

Springfield

Infants & Toddlers Cap 64
B Family Daycare

Blue Springs Bright Beginnings #27

Springfield

School Age (5+) Cap 50
B Montessori

Blue Springs Early Learning Center #25

Springfield

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 80
B Head Start

Blue Springs Kids First Academy #22

Springfield

2 years - 12 years Cap 117
B Before/After School

Blue Springs Sunshine Daycare #23

Springfield

School Age (5+) Cap 25
C Infant Care

Columbia Discovery Preschool #184

Springfield

Preschool (2-5) Cap 107
C Preschool

Columbia KinderCare #181

Springfield

Preschool (2-5) Cap 69
C Family Daycare

Columbia Little Scholars #187

Springfield

School Age (5+) Cap 103
C Head Start

Columbia Primrose School #182

Springfield

2 years - 12 years Cap 80
C Montessori

Columbia Stepping Stones #185

Springfield

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 80
F Licensed Center

First Steps Columbia #186

Springfield

Infants & Toddlers Cap 103
L Before/After School

La Petite Academy Columbia #183

Springfield

School Age (5+) Cap 75
L Preschool

Little Hearts Blue Springs #21

Springfield

Preschool (2-5) Cap 83
T Infant Care

Tiny Tots of Blue Springs #24

Springfield

Preschool (2-5) Cap 36

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Quick answers about subsidies, costs, and how to vet a provider in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Springfield, Missouri?
Our directory lists 14 licensed childcare centers in Springfield, 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 Springfield?
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 Springfield 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 Springfield typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Springfield?
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 Springfield 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.

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