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Licensed Daycare in Mineral Point, Missouri

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Mineral Point?

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.

Q: What staff-to-child ratios apply in Mineral Point 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 Mineral Point typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Mineral Point?

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 .

Every center listed below is sourced directly from the state's child care licensing registry — no paid placement, no editorial picks, no hidden referral fees.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$900/mo

Missouri avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Mineral Point

ChildCare Aware reports the Missouri average full-time cost at $900/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Mineral Point 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: 105 kids

ZIP codes covered

63660 3

Program types in Mineral Point

Licensed Family Daycare Home

3 centers

All Mineral Point licensed centers

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J Family Daycare

Joplin Sunshine Daycare #75

Mineral Point

School Age (5+) Cap 91

K Family Daycare

Kansas City Learning Tree #195

Mineral Point

School Age (5+) Cap 109

L Family Daycare

La Petite Academy Lee's Summit #35

Mineral Point

School Age (5+) Cap 116

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Mineral Point, Missouri?

Our directory lists 3 licensed childcare centers in Mineral Point, 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 Mineral Point?

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 Mineral Point 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 Mineral Point typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Mineral Point?

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 Mineral Point 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.