Kids First Daycare

Faith, Learning & Love, begin here!

Program Type
Center
License Number
MO-001692011

Basics

Background Check
Yes
Meals
Breakfast and Lunch
Snacks
1 per day
Potty Training
Not Required
Language(s) Supported
English
Pay Schedules
Monthly and Weekly
Subsidized Care
Accepted
Philosophy
Play-based

Our Teachers

Our teachers are all people of faith, CPR and First Aid certified, and trained in curriculum, developmental appropriate activities, and social emotional skills. They are passionate about providing a safe, and fun environment for your children to learn, grow and embrace their village.

Verified parent feedback and reviews

5.0 (1)
5.0 Overall
5.0 Outdoor Time
5.0 Atmosphere
5.0 Child Communication
5.0 Physical Space
5.0 Program Communication
5.0 Learning Environment
5.0 Provider Interaction

Reviews

5.0 Aug 02, 2026
Sometimes I have trouble with the app glitching. For example when I receive messages they will not display or it scrolls to the very top of our communications and I have to scroll thru all messages to get to the new one

Testimonials

Kids First Daycare has some of the most kind hearted, warm and welcoming staff ever.- A.S.

Kids First has great food, my daughter always says Miss Rachel’s food is the best! -N.G.

At Kids First my son began to thrive, he really learned to connect and love learning.-S.D.

Philosophy

Growing little hearts for Jesus through giggles, kindness, and care-where every day is filled with love, learning, and a little bit of God’s light shining bright! Our Values are, Faith, Family, Community. We strive to connect families to community resources, and prepare them for Elementary school and beyond. By building relationships, and having family engagement activities, you will learn theres more to this world than drop off and pick up.

Location

Our child care center is located inside a church, in Saint Peter’s, close to Mid Rivers Mall Drive and right off of the highway! Our facility has codes for all doors! We have our own playground, and in house healthy and home-styled meals!

About our program

At Kids First Daycare in Saint Peters, our devoted teachers create a warm atmosphere where kids thrive. Emphasizing hands-on learning, we tailor our approach to suit each child’s pace. By mixing children of different ages, we foster an enriching social environment. We offer monthly family engagement activities, as well as fun holiday celebrations, a pre-k graduation, and 2/year screenings and parent conferences!

Rhythm of the Day

  • 8:30
    Breakfast!
  • 9:00
    Circle Time!
  • 9:20/30
    Small Group Time!
  • 9:45-10:45 ish
    Center Time/Outside Time
  • 11:00-11:45
    Outside Time/Center Time
  • 11:30- Infant, Toddler and Twos
    Lunch
  • 11:45-Preschool
    Lunch
  • 1:00-3:00
    Nap/Rest Time
  • 3-3:15
    Wake up and Bathroom
  • 3:15-3:45
    P.M. Snack
  • 3:45
    PM Outside Play time (weather permitting)
  • 4:45
    Closing Circle

2026-2027 Kids First Calendar!

  • Thursday, August 20, 2026
    CLOSED- PDD -Prep for new year!
  • Friday, August 21, 2026
    CLOSED- PDD-Prep for new year!
  • Saturday, August 22, 2026
    Back to School Picnic, and Meet the Teacher. 11:00a-1:00p
  • Monday, August 24, 2026
    First Day of New School Year.
  • Tuesday, August 25, 2026
    New Family Orientation @6:30pm. (Option 1/2)
  • Monday, August 31, 2026
    New Family Orientation @6:30pm. (Option 2/2)
  • Monday, September 7, 2026
    CLOSED: Labor Day!
  • Saturday, September 12, 2026
    Grandparents Day Tea Party, 10:00a-11:00a
  • Sunday, September 13, 2026
    National Grandparents Day!
  • Friday, September 18, 2026
    Early Release, Close at 4:00 pm
  • Friday, September 25, 2026
    CLOSED: September PDD
  • Saturday, October 3, 2026
    Fall Open House! 10:00-12:00
  • Saturday, October 17, 2026
    Fall Festival- (Tentative) 10:00-11:00 am
  • October 26-29, 2026
    Fall Spirit Week!
  • Wednesday, October 28, 2026
    Early Release, Closes at 4:00 pm, (Church Trunk or Treat and Festival).
  • Thursday, October 29, 2026
    Trick or Treating (in the building) and Fall Class Parties! Details to come.
  • Friday, October 30, 2026
    CLOSED: October PDD.
  • Friday, November 13, 2026
    Early Release close at 1:00pm. ( Staff Training)
  • Thursday, November 19, 2026
    Family Luncheon. 11:45-12:30. (Current families, and must RSVP).
  • Wednesday, November 25, 2026
    Early Release, close at 4:00 pm.
  • Thursday-Friday, Nov 26-27, 2026
    Thanksgiving Break! (Closed)
  • Friday, December 11, 2026
    Closed for Normal Business, for Parent Teacher Conferences, ALL DAY!
  • Saturday, December 12, 2026
    Make up Day for Parent-Teacher Conferences. (9:00-3:00). Apt only.
  • Monday 12/14-Friday 12/18, 2026
    Winter Spirit Week!
  • Thursday, December 17, 2026
    Class Christmas Parties. (Details later)
  • Saturday, December 19, 2026
    Preschool Christmas Recital. (Preschool and twos). 10:00-11:30 am.
  • Wednesday, December 23, 2026
    Early Release, Close at 1:00 pm.
  • Dec 24-25, 2026
    CLOSED: Christmas Break,
  • Thursday, 12/31/26-
    Early Release, Close at 4:00 pm.
  • Friday, January 1, 2027
    CLOSED: New Years Day!

Admissions

Families interested in enrollment, should schedule a tour. After a tour, if both the family and center believe it is a good fit, there will be an interview, and enrollment application, paperwork, fees and a start date will then be assigned. Please select a tour from the calendar, or message the Director.

Have questions about the program?
Message the Program Director directly to learn more.
Program director photo
Rachel Barber
Program Director