Welcome to O2B Kids East Columbia (Formerly Bright Start Columbia East), in Boone County, Missouri, serving Infants, Toddlers and PreK children!
Our schools are designed with your child’s learning in mind. All our classrooms are spacious and well-stocked. Centers and our playgrounds are designed to give your child everything they need to learn through PLAY!
We can’t wait to partner with your family and prepare your child for Kindergarten!
East Columbia, MO
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Laugh, Learn & Play Everyday
About this Location
Hours
Monday : 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tuesday : 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wednesday : 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thursday : 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Friday : 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Address
3250 South Bearfield Rd.
Columbia, MO 65201
Afterschool
Pickup From
Pickup From
This location is PRESCHOOL only
Phone Numbers (573) 447-0005
Child Care
License Number
License Number
- 002400619
Areas We Serve
East Columbia
Ashland
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We prepare your child for Kindergarten Success!
Conveniently located at the intersection of Old 63 South, South Bearfield Road and Grindstone Parkway, near I-63.
Our School
Kindergarten Ready
At O2B Kids, your child's learning journey surpasses traditional academic subjects. Our dedicated teachers support your child's growth, prioritizing the cultivation of critical thinking and the skills needed for independent decision-making.
Safe & Secure
Understanding the priceless value of your child, we spare no effort in ensuring their safety right from the moment they arrive. Our safety measures encompass a secure check-in/check-out system, thorough background checks for staff, CPR and first aid training for teachers, and meticulous sanitation routines in our classrooms, performed multiple times daily.
Teamwork Makes the Dreamwork!
At the heart of our program lies socialization, with a focus on teamwork, effective communication, and emotional intelligence fostered through interactive play and collaborative initiatives. Within our inclusive environment, fostering enduring friendships between students and faculty is a central goal.
Loving Environment
- Love is central to our mission at O2B Kids! Every day, our Fun Crew builds meaningful connections with students and parents. We ensure that everyone feels connected and welcome in our school.
- Honeycomb: You’ll receive daily photos of special moments and achievement badges through our parent communication portal, Honeycomb!
Location Reviews
What is O2B Kids?
Learn about O2B Kids from Co-Founder and CEO, Andy Sherrard!
We help parents grow their children to become responsible, respectful, future citizens of our world.
Meet Our Super-Duper Fun Crew From All Over!
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Michelle P, Director of East ColumbiaYears Teaching
Michelle has worked in Early Education for 20 years.
Favorite Subject
Creative Arts & Sensory ActivitiesFun Fact
Michelle is a proud Momma Bear to 4 amazing children! -
DeAnna B, Director of CottlevilleYears Teaching
DeAnna began her journey in Early Childhood Education in 1999.
Favorite Subject
BiologyFun Fact
DeAnna considers herself a life-long learner, always eagerly seeking new information, knowledge and skills in a multitude of areas. She's a firm believer in the phrase "Never Stop Learning." -
Amber B, Admin Director of OverlandYears Teaching
Amber has 8 years of experience in Early Childhood Education
Favorite Subject
MathFun Fact
Amber had perfect attendance all four years of high school! -
Shada H, Director of West ColumbiaYears Teaching
Shada has been in the Early Childhood Education Industry for 15 years!
Favorite Subject
Math and ScienceFun Fact
Shada loves to create new things from scratch or restore old furniture! -
Brittany R, Director of Village SouthYears Teaching
Brittany has 10 years of experience in Early Education, and has been O2B Kids for 4 years. She was previously the Regional Manager of O2B Kids Jacksonville/St. Augustine region.
Favorite Subject
MathFun Fact
Brittany's favorite movies are Romantic Comedies! -
Connie G, Regional Manager of South Tampa BayYears Teaching
Connie has over 29 years for experience in Early Education. She has been with O2B Kids for 2 years and serves as the Regional Manager for the South Tampa Bay Region.
Favorite Subject
OceanographyFun Fact
Connie danced for Disney when she was in college! -
Heather S, Director of Village SouthYears Teaching
Heather has 9 years of experience in Early Education and has been with O2B Kids for 4 years. She is now the Director of O2B Kids Village South.
Favorite Subject
English and Reading -
Janelle S, Director of OcoeeYears Teaching
Janelle started working in Early Childhood Education in 2004 and joined O2B as the Director of O2B Kids Avalon Park in 2023.
Favorite Subject
English LiteratureFun Fact
Janelle is licensed to officiate weddings and funerals. -
Jennifer R, Director of SupercenterYears Teaching
Jen has over 25 years of experience in Early Education, and has been with O2B Kids for 20 years. She is now the Director of O2B Kids Supercenter.
Favorite Subject
MathFun Fact
Jen is a black belt and a National Champion! -
Jordan C, Admin. Director of AlachuaYears Teaching
Jordan has over 8 years of Early Education experience, and joined the Fun Crew after being a part of O2B as a kid! She was previously the Director of O2B Kids Newberry.
Favorite Subject
ArtFun Fact
Jordan danced at the O2B's original Supercenter as a kid! -
Kelly T, Director of South TampaYears Teaching
Kelly has 20 years of experience in Early Education and has been with O2B Kids for 2 years. She is now the Director for O2B Kids South Tampa.
Favorite Subject
TheatreFun Fact
Kelly played "Annie" in a traveling theatre group when she was young.
Mealtime Equals Nutrition & Learning
We’ll Provide Your Child Well-Balanced Meals and Snacks
Tuition & Fees
Preschool Tuition
- Infant: $367
- Freshman: $367
- Sophomore: $338
- Junior: $318
- Senior: $318
- Tuition is shown weekly but may be paid weekly, bi-weekly or monthly
- Tuition must be set up for automatic payments using a checking account, debit or credit card (Visa, Mastercard, or American Express)
- We offer the following billing cycles: weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly
- Tuition payments are evenly divided throughout the year based on your billing cycle
- Free weeks or credits are not awarded for absences, school holidays, and scheduled or emergency closures
- A 5% sibling discount is offered with the youngest child paying full tuition
- There is an initial enrollment fee of $100 per child
- We require a one-week written notice to cancel any O2B Kids enrollment
- Infant spots require both the enrollment fee and first week to be paid in advance. These fees are nonrefundable
- We accept DSS Vouchers
- An annual registration and supply fee of $150 per child is due in September
