Licensed Daycare in South Greenfield, Missouri
2 licensed daycares in South Greenfield, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Missouri licensing records.
South Greenfield listings updated August 2026 from official Missouri records.
Daycare in South Greenfield: what parents should know
There are 2 licensed childcare providers on record in South Greenfield, with Montessori the most common type (about 100% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Missouri license at indexing time, sourced from Missouri DHSS — Section for Child Care Regulation.
Together, licensed providers in South Greenfield report capacity for roughly 204 children — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.
South Greenfield childcare by the numbers
Childcare costs in South Greenfield
ChildCare Aware reports the Missouri average full-time cost at $900/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in South Greenfield 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
- 102 kids
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What to pack for the first day
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Largest licensed centers in South Greenfield
By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.
No openings near South Greenfield? Widen the search
Waitlists are normal in high-demand areas. Centers one ZIP code over often have space, and part-time or in-home options may open sooner — start by checking nearby ZIP codes.
Found a center in South Greenfield? Here is what to pack
Bottles, name labels, nap bedding and spare clothes — our checklist by age covers what centers ask you to bring, and what they ask you not to send.
All South Greenfield licensed centers
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Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.
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Where to get childcare help in South Greenfield
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 South Greenfield, 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 · August 2026 · methodology
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