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.
Springfield listings updated May 2026 from official Missouri records.
Daycare in Springfield: what parents should know
Families in Springfield can choose from 14 licensed childcare providers. Every provider here holds a current Missouri license at indexing time, sourced from Missouri DHSS — Section for Child Care Regulation.
For age coverage, 2 centers in Springfield report infant care (roughly 14% — infant slots are the scarcest and fill fastest, so start early), and 2 offer preschool programs for ages 3–5. 2 are Head Start programs, free for income-eligible families.
Licensed care in Springfield spans 7+ ZIP codes, so families can usually find an option within a short commute. About 14% are family child care homes — typically smaller group sizes and 10–30% cheaper than centers, a good fit for infants and toddlers.
In total, Springfield providers are approved for approximately 1,072 child slots — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.
Springfield childcare by the numbers
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 overviewQuick 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
Program types in Springfield
Largest licensed centers in Springfield
By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.
All Springfield licensed centers
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Where to get childcare help in Springfield
Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.
Child Care Resource & Referral counselors help you find vetted local options.
1-800-424-2246 · Find yoursUnited Way's free, confidential line connects you to local childcare, food, and family aid.
Call 211 · 211.orgFree early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.
Find a programMissouri Child Care Subsidy Program can cover most of your childcare cost by income.
(573) 522-1385 · How to applyCheck NAEYC accreditation and your state's quality-rating (QRIS) for any provider.
Find quality careConfirm any provider's current license & inspection record with Missouri DHSS — Section for Child Care Regulation.
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Springfield, Missouri are compiled from official Missouri DHSS — Section for Child Care Regulation licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · May 2026 · methodology
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