My family and I highly recommend the Christian Academy to everyone! This is a loving school with…read moreBIG family values. Transferring our son here mid preschool season was the BEST decision we ever made. His character as a friend to classmates improved, including his math skills and the basics of site words for reading. He can read now and he is only in Kindergarten.

CAC Montessori was a truly wonderful place for our son away from home. He loved going every day,…read moremade friends, and grew into a confident and curious little learner. The teachers were warm, caring, and deeply invested in the children's growth and well-being. We're incredibly grateful for the love, care, and guidance they provided, which gave him such a strong foundation as he transitioned into kindergarten.

My son loves Centre at Conway. The teachers are great and very communicative. They do a bunch of…read morefun activities, have great hours so we can get full work days in, and provide all meals and snacks. The location is also convenient being right off the highway at 141. Would definitely recommend!

Good Shepherd has been such a good fit for our family. It's not a typical daycare because it's a…read morenonprofit that has a specific mission to assist kids with special needs. They're proactive with behavioral issues, quick on communication, and they don't seem to overreact in ways that worsen issues. They're able to do full-time or part-time schedules. They're welcoming of kids from LGBTQ families, as well as families of any faith. It's not as fancy as the other daycares that we toured, but it's a such a wonderful team of teachers, administrators, and families. They have been proactive and caring. They have excellent outdoor spaces, music, and art. The parking lot is also good for drop off and pick up. First Steps has been able to do PT, OT, speech and vision on-site at Good Shepherd. Our First Steps people have been welcomed into the classroom and they have excellent separate spaces for when distractions are an issue. They also coordinate our insurance for services in addition to what is provided through First Steps. We get great reports from our therapists about our kids' experiences in the classrooms.

My experiance was great until my son attented and than they were very unorganized. I was told by…read moremultiple teachers that the special needs coordinator did not spend time with the special needs kids. Some teachers are not educated, nor have a good education to control the children. Only a couple of teachers there care and do not get the credit they deserve. There are way better places out there!

The staff are wonderful people! They are very kind and caring towards their students.read more

First week and they are on it. They truly love and understand children. My 3 year old is brilliant…read morebut he has challenges socializing and it's created problems at KinderCare. Within the first week they got my little boy shining his true colors and brought back his confidence. Love them so much! Ms Emma you are a rockstar and Ms Heather thank you for all you do!

Our children have taken classes at DaySpring for 15 years. One graduated from the high school and…read morewas prepared for college due to the university model. During COVID we were removed from the chaos and drama, because DaySpring students are used to self-direction and independent work. Isn't that the point of education? DaySpring offers flexibility, respect for families and family time, and a homey environment in contrast to factorylike government-run schools. Students are treated as individuals rather than inmates. It has far less conformity and bullying than what manifests in public/private schools. Teachers and staff LOVE the kids and they LOVE what they do. DaySpring cannot be all things for all people, but it is more tolerant and inclusive than other education contexts and more professional than co-ops. DaySpring was a pioneer in the bleak landscape of few educational choices, and we have been so thankful for the support that DaySpring has given my children and family!

We've been part of this beautifully imperfect community for 7+ years now and are grateful for the…read morekind, caring administration staff and super happy with the theatre program and friendships the kids have made here.

All three of my boys attend this school! I can not say enough good things about it. We love the…read moreteachers and feel like family. Highly recommend!

While our son attended here CPS was called and had the school had to be investigated. The teacher…read morewho was in the CPS report 'was slamming his head onto the cot' and 'putting entire body weight on the child during nap time' Not just my kid was in the report other children were named in the report as well

We love the staff at DCC. They're kind, wonderful care takers that care immensely about helping…read moreyour children grow into amazing human beings. The facility is clean and full of all kinds of activities for the children, and they have a large gated play yard. We've loved watching our children flourish here, and downtown St. Louis is better off by having this business inside this neighborhood.

If you feel like making a $100 donation to the "wait-list" only to never hear back from them, then…read morethis would be a good place to waste your money. The director is non-responsive and doesn't return phone calls. Still waiting to hear back if they are going to accept my kid into daycare and he's 7 months old now. Luckily I found a fantastic daycare downtown! Highly recommend Children's Enrichment Center!

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.