As a first-time parent, we had a lot of anxiety about childcare choices. We looked into different…read moreoptions and childcare centers, and I am still confident and happy with our decision to enroll our child here. My child started when she was 4 months old. Ms. Yan is such a nurturing person. I still remember one day when I went to pick her up and opened the door; Ms. Yan was playing with dolls with her. Even though my daughter was the last one to stay there, she was still having fun. As she got older and moved to different classrooms, Kita, Lauren, and all the other teachers were so kind. The various themed activities were enriching, and they would also suggest activities to do at home, which was very helpful for us. Additionally, the management team, Shuai and Michele, were incredibly supportive. They communicated with us frequently and in advance. Their dedication and passion were evident. They genuinely cared about our child's health and development, which was reassuring for parents like us. I believe this is a perfect place if you are looking for full-time childcare with a well-organized system. If you are seeking a part-time spot, this may not be the best choice, as they only offer full-time options. I actually think this is beneficial because it ensures consistency. They also have an app system that provides almost real-time updates about your child, which we appreciated greatly. We had to leave because we were moving out of state, but until the last day, my daughter enjoyed her time there. We are truly grateful for the wonderful experience our daughter had and highly recommend this center to other families seeking a nurturing and reliable childcare environment.

My 8 month old son has been going there since he was 4 months old! I absolutely love it! His…read moreteachers treat him so well! I get photo updates of him doing many activities! Very very easy to communicate with the teacher and the director. The Director is so kind and sweet! I feel like my baby is in good hands while I'm at work.

The director is not honest. When something happens to a child, she down plays it to protect herself…read moreand the company. They do not sanitize on a daily basis and sickness is rampant. She will glare at you when you express concern about your child's well being. Some of her staff is prejudice and agressive towards white children. Parents are over paying for education that their children isn't even receiving. I would never recommend this daycare.

My son has been going there for over a year now! He started in the toddler room and now is in the…read morediscovery preschool room. Occasionally in the mornings the classrooms are combined with different teachers. Out of all the teachers I've ran into I have loved them all! They are sweet to my son and are always encouraging to him! Their meals are healthy and give the children opportunity to try anything and everything. They change diapers every few hours whether the child really needs one or not to keep the child dry at all times. My son started talking around a year but in the past year and a half his language has blown me away. They work everyday to teach the kids something new. If your looking for a school that will really get your child ready to go to kindergarten, while also giving him love and support this is the school for you. I also have to brag on the administration. They are all amazing and have helped me with any problems or information I've needed. Anytime there is ever an incident or anything happens to my son they have a note for me when I get there and are ready to answer any questions.

My two sons are in their second year at Ethical Society Nursery School and we could not be happier…read morewith our experience. The play-based learning structure combined with talented, nurturing teachers has resulted in so many positive developmental strides in my children. They have made great friends and it's become our home away from home. With affordable tuition and an amazing community, this is seriously the best preschool in the Ladue / Clayton / U City area!

So thankful for this cozy, caring, wonderful school. Our daughter is so happy to go to school every…read moremorning. We've made wonderful friendships with parents and kids and staff alike. Thank you ESNS for being reasonably priced, flexible, and welcoming. We're so thankful for our second home

Overrated and over priced. This school has made a turn for the worse. The current director only…read morecares about her image. She does not do anything to help out the staff or the children. She has left a single teacher with 17 four year olds when the ratio is 1:10 (Missouri law) for hours... WHILE THE DIRECTOR AND ASSISTANT DIRECTOR DID NOTHING. Both were fully aware of the situation and they both were able to stop what they were doing to help. The place is a revolving door or teachers. Please don't take your children here. Keep them happy and safe.

Just wanted to thank all the teachers and staff for caring so much for our son for the first 6…read moreyears of his life. During this Covid times we are living in, his teachers still managed to focus on fun learning. He can now read and spell short words and do simple math. He will have no problems in kinder-garten this fall with all your efforts. Thank you, Bill Weishaar

Having sent my daughter to another daycare and been dissatisfied with the care but not brave enough…read moreto switch until the pandemic hit. I then selected DCC due to the intimate nature and therefore the health protections and small class size that DCC provides. We have little to no interruptions like many of my friends and the communication is amazing. But the most important thing to realize is that DCC is not a daycare it is a community! The teachers do not see their role as a job but love the children and want to see them develop. Parents give of their time because they believe in the DCC and the community it creates. And the children see DCC as a home away from home and thrive. I could not recommend DCC more!

This is the worst day care on every level. I had my baby…read morethere for 5 month and just couldn't believe how bad they treat the children. there are day that they literally forget to feed the babies. there are eight teacher in the room and no one of them will take any responsibility for your baby. as far as security, the back door is always open. i don't understand how anyone can leave his baby in this day care. worst ever!

Little Sunshine Playhouse-University City provides a warm, engaging, and well-run environment for…read morechildren. The staff is welcoming, diverse, professional, and genuinely nurturing. The school balances structure with fun, offering creative themes and activities that keep children excited to learn. From the beginning, the environment has felt intentional, secure, and thoughtfully designed for kids. Our family enrolled our daughter in August 2025. Before that, she stayed home full-time until age two and was very much a "stage 5 Velcro baby." The transition was emotional at first, especially at drop-off, but the growth we've seen since then has been incredibly encouraging. She now confidently gives hugs goodbye, happily says "bye-bye," and walks into her classroom with ease. She genuinely enjoys school and is happy during pick-up, which gives us peace of mind. There have been a few instances where we needed to remind staff to clean our child's face, hands, or nose after meals or messy play, as well as change her into clean clothes when needed. Parents are asked to provide at least two sets of weather-appropriate spare clothes for this purpose, and on occasion, changes were not made as promptly as we would have preferred. There have also been times when personal items were misplaced. That said, staff consistently communicated with us, made genuine efforts to locate items, and worked to improve. We understand that managing multiple toddlers and their belongings is a common challenge in any preschool setting. What matters to us is that concerns are taken seriously and addressed, which has been our overall experience here. Leadership has been a major strength. Ms. Katelyn, the Director, played a large role in our decision to choose LSP. As parents who were understandably nervous, she spent significant time with us before enrollment, both on the phone and in person, explaining the school's philosophy, operations, safety measures, and procedures. She remains approachable, responsive, and consistently kind. Ms. Lucy, the Assistant Director, is equally welcoming, knowledgeable, and easy to communicate with. Staff shout-outs: Ms. Amanda, a head teacher, is exceptionally friendly, caring, and highly creative. Her warmth and creativity are evident throughout the school. Mr. Daniel is upbeat, professional, and consistently friendly during evening pick-ups. Ms. Alina, another head teacher, is more reserved and has a straightforward, businesslike communication style. Her creativity is visible in school projects and displays. Ms. Niya, our child's current lead teacher, met with us prior to enrollment, gave us a full tour of the school and playground, and offered reassurance during the transition. She is warm, attentive, and a strong educator. Ms. Victoria, Ms. Sabrina, Ms. Jaela, Ms. Wafae, Ms. Nabila, and Ms. Cassie have all been kind, professional, and attentive in their roles. Communication is excellent. Phones are always answered, and messages through the app are returned promptly, usually within the hour. When concerns are raised, leadership responds quickly and respectfully. The school is clean, beautifully decorated, and secure. Drop-off and pick-up are smooth, classroom ratios are followed, and security measures (controlled entry, cameras, and app communication) are strong. Meals and snacks are included, hours are 6:30 AM-6 PM, and nap time is well-structured and age-appropriate. One important note for families is cost. It's expensive. Little Sunshine Playhouse is on the higher end and is priced as a premium program. Overall, our family is very happy with Little Sunshine Playhouse-University City and would confidently recommend it to families seeking a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment for their child.

I would not recommend this school/daycare…read more The amount of turnover is ridiculous. You never know who will be watching your child from day to day. Leadership will move your children around to accommodate state requirements for staffing, so children are moved up before they are ready so new students can be added to the program. Your child is not a child, they are a dollar sign.

Casa Dia has been such a blessing for our family! We were a little nervous dropping our 12 week old…read moreoff but our nerves were soothed day one and they have taken such good care of her. She smiles at drop off every morning and we get great updates during the day. They have become part of our "village" and we are so lucky to have found them so close to home!

We couldn't be happier with this daycare. From day one, the staff has been incredibly caring,…read morepatient, and attentive, which made the transition so much easier for both us and our son. It's clear they truly care about the children and take pride in what they do. Our child looks forward to going each day, comes home happy, and has learned so much socially and developmentally. Communication with parents is excellent, and we always feel informed and confident that our child is in a safe, nurturing environment. We're very grateful to have found such a wonderful place and highly recommend this daycare to any parent looking for a loving and reliable environment for their child.

We LOVE Berry Patch. Our son is in the Blueberry (Toddler) room and his teachers take such great…read morecare of him. He was home with me for a year and a half before he went to daycare to help with socialization. Theresa was helpful and responsive in the enrollment process. We went and visited for an hour one morning before he started, and had the option of doing a second visit if it made us feel more comfortable. I loved being able to see what his morning would be like! His teacher, Jena, is AMAZING. She is always so communicative, and very understanding and reassuring when he has a hard time saying goodbye to us in the morning. The toddler room shares a half wall with the infant room and the infant lead, Kathy, is so sweet with him too. We love the assistants as well! We drive 15 min to get here (passing numerous daycares along the way) because I trust them and feel their care is above and beyond.

Both of our kids attend the Berry Patch and we have nothing but positive experiences. We're so…read moreclose to the teachers that as my girls get older and switch rooms, we get emotional because they're just so awesome, but then know what's coming is going to be great too! The center is exceptionally staffed, great with communication, amazing teachers - I could go on and on. We highly recommend.