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!

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!

Love it! An excellent Montessori institution in Creve Coeur, MO. There are numerous options in…read morethe St. Louis but if you are looking for a safe, clean and caring environment definitely pay HOPE Montessori in Creve Coeur a visit. The facilities are excellent and Susie Shelton-Dodge is the Headmistress and is wonderful and very approachable. They do have before and after school care which is included in tuition. They participate in numerous field trips. The menu in the cafeteria also has very healthy items. The summer camp is also wonderful with numerous fun activities but my favorite part of summer camp is the swimming lessons. They do have a very nice swimming pool on campus (fenced) and teach swimming every day during the summer. Lessons are dependent on ability and age. There is even parent observation day at the end of the summer. No this place isn't cheap but well worth the money. Overall my favorite aspects: 1) Before and after school care 2) Summer camp swimming lessons 3) Small class sizes 4) Safe, diverse and comfortable environment

Our experience started ok. Our son did pretty well but eventually started sharing how some kids…read morepicked on him. These kids tended to be from affluent families and made fun of his clothes or shoes. There became more concerning issues when one child was being threatening towards the children in the class. When we expressed concern the teacher became defensive of the other child and it became very uncomfortable after we had built what I thought was a good report. I found out later that the teacher was close with the other family and even went on a ski trip with them. The director also showed little concern for these more serious issues. I also had to address the fact that my daughters class never washed with soap and water but used hand sanitizer instead. Both of my kids would express that the wrong kids were often disciplined and others got away with whatever they wanted. Every day I asked them how school was and they had nothing good to report sadly. It was hugely disappointing for the amount of money spent there.

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.

We met Dave and Fei when we were looking for childcare for our first child. And let me tell…read moreyou..they set the bar high. I don't know how we got so lucky to find Lions Pride, but they have been pivotal in raising our son with us. Open communication, daily reports and photos, and a warm inclusive environment were all key factors that allowed us to establish trust quickly. Their approach to learning is fun, structured, and wide reaching. They are extremely proactive about fostering independence and recognized (before us) when Leo was ready for potty training, putting shoes on by himself, etc. Dave and Fei have not only provided exceptional childcare and education, but created community of great people to celebrate holidays, birthdays, and everything else with. I couldn't be more thankful!

Even though I do not have human kids of my own,.... this would be the place for them to be educated…read moreat. They learn through uncommon ways, such as,...if your kid loves music,....they learn through that venue along with dance and theatre. So, the child is excited to learn! What a fantastic way for kids to be excited to go to school! Plus,,...they welcome all lifestyles to the school, gay, bisexual, etc. This school is very welcoming to any and all that comes through the doors. I hope that all that visit here, falls in love with what they experience. Brooke

I gave this school my most prized possession, my 4 year old daughter. I wanted for her to have the…read moresame summer experience I had when I attended New City School as a kid. I can tell you now that it's not the same. I dropped her off Monday morning at 8:45 to a playground with 100 kids. I didn't get to meet her camp counselor, and I was not able to enter the school due to Covid. I was okay with that, and nervous at the same time but again, I had attended there as a kid for several summers and my daughter has been in school since she was 2yo. She is friendly and delightful child so I thought I was making the right decision. By 9:30 am I was getting a call while at work. The director called me and told me that my daughter was having a rough morning, and trying to adjust. We picked her up early. The next day I called around 1pm and they said "they hadn't heard anything, so she must be fine." Thursday morning we dropped her off at 8:45, before my husband could make it to work, we were receiving a call saying that she was crying, and we need to pick her up right away and that this would HAVE to be her last day. The director told me that she didn't have the staff or the time to accommodate my child. They had 3 teachers to several 3 & 4 year olds. As a mother I was distraught. I couldn't believe that they had through my thrown my 4 yo out of summer camp. I wrote this to say that I am very disappointed in what this school has become. Also, I feel as if they didn't have the staff, why would they take on more than they could handle? So if your child needs special accommodations, or more attention than the average child. This is not the school because they clearly don't have the time. If I could have given zero stars I would have. I sent my daughter here with the intentions of her attending the school for kindergarten, but that won't happen. They made my child feel little, and they made me feel horrible as a parent.

We have a child at Bethel and could not be happier. They are so caring and considerate, I feel so…read morelucky that my child gets to spend time there when he can't be with us. It's not uncommon for me to find him sitting in the lap of one of the teachers when we come to pick him up. I feel like he gets lots of love and attention, which is so important! Regarding the other review where they just showed up, as a parent of a child at this facility, I appreciate they take safety and security very seriously and require an appointment to tour the daycare. I would not want just anyone coming in, unannounced, and having access to the whole place.

Both my kids have gone here and they are exceptional providers. The rooms are never over crowded…read moreand the people make honest connections with the kids they look after. The kids are taught a number of lessons throughout their time there. My oldest is able to read chapter books as a kindergarten student. The security and personnel at Bethel are superior to any other daycare facility my wife and I visited.

I can't say enough good things about the staff, owners, and facility at Charley's Angels. My…read moredaughter attended for a little over a year until we moved out of the city when she turned 2. The hardest part about moving away from St. Louis for me was not leaving behind some of our friends, our charming little South City house, the great restaurants and fun things to do...it was leaving my daughter's school! We built relationships with everyone here, and my daughter loved it so much it was usually hard to get her to leave in the afternoon! It really is the staff here that is so amazing. There is no doubt in my mind that they genuinely care for each and every child here. Speaking of staff, turnover was pretty low. From the very beginning, my kiddo fit right in and adapted easily to her new school. She's a pretty smart kid, and we have always worked on the usual toddler stuff like letters and colors at home, but it never ceased to amaze me the things she picked up on at school. There is plenty of time for play here, but there is also a strong emphasis on structured learning, music, movement, and art. Like I said, I can't say enough positive things about this facility, but I will also add that everything was always clean (without smelling overwhelmingly of bleach), and no matter what time of day we were there dropping off or picking up it NEVER felt chaotic. Our family will truly miss everyone at Charley's Angels, and I recommend to anyone looking for a full-time day care facility in the South City area to call Charlene and become part of the family.