Little Sunshine’s Playhouse® | Daycare in Springfield at Chestnut
Our all-inclusive, private preschool program provides educational child care to infants and children ages 6 weeks through pre-kindergarten in the Springfield, Willard, and Republic communities.
Reggio Emilia-Inspired Preschool & Child Care in Springfield, MO
Little Sunshine’s Playhouse® of Springfield at Chestnut opened in 2002 and was the first of the four schools in the greater Springfield area.
To fit your family’s unique scheduling needs, we offer flexible options, including full and part-time programs from Monday-Friday, Monday/Wednesday/Friday, or Tuesday/Thursday.
Our all-inclusive weekly tuition covers everything from formula and baby food to breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks.
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Springfield, MO 65802
417-863-1600
Monday – Friday, 6:00am – 6:00pm
Educational Programs
From 6 weeks to 6 years, we have everything you need to help your child thrive at each stage of their development.
Learning blooms best when given the right conditions to flourish. Our innovative Reggio-Emilia inspired classrooms create an environment that is close to home and allows our students to self-direct and self-pace their interests, allowing a love of learning to take root naturally. Our educators don’t use checklists, they attend to your child’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development so they grow in confidence and independence.
Experience a Little Sunshine
Want to know what it is like with Little Sunshine’s Playhouse® in your life? Learn just what makes choosing us as your child’s educators different. From our commitment to daily 2-way communication, safety and security, and red carpet convenience to a comforting home-like environment– we’ll be your child’s home away from home and bring you peace of mind every moment you spend away.
Join Us for a Tour
Our Chestnut location is located in the west part of Springfield with close proximity to downtown Springfield. Accompany us for a tour to experience our unique approach to helping your child learn and grow.
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Let’s Start a Conversation
We want to get to know your family. Start a conversation today to discover why our students shine.