Welcome to O2B Kids West Columbia (Formerly Bright Start Columbia West), in Boone County, Missouri, serving Infants, Toddlers and PreK children!
Our buildings are purposefully created to cater to your child's educational development. Featuring well-stocked and spacious classrooms, each room and center is meticulously designed to facilitate your child's learning journey through the power of play.
We can’t wait to partner with your family and prepare your child for Kindergarten!
West Columbia, MO
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We're the School your Child will Love!
About this Location
Hours
Monday : 6:30 am - 6:00 pm
Tuesday : 6:30 am - 6:00 pm
Wednesday : 6:30 am - 6:00 pm
Thursday : 6:30 am - 6:00 pm
Friday : 6:30 am - 6:00 pm
Address
4300 Rainbow Trout Dr
Columbia, MO 65203
Afterschool
Pickup From
Pickup From
This location is PRESCHOOL only
Phone Numbers (573) 447-3400
Child Care
License Number
License Number
- 002284657
Areas We Serve
West Columbia
Breckenridge
Bellwood
Boynton Beach
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Conveniently located off of Rainbow Trout Drive, near Scott Boulevard.
Our School
Kindergarten Ready
At O2B Kids, your child's education encompasses more than just the basics of reading and math. Our trained educators foster your child's advancement, focusing on nurturing their ability to think critically and make independent decisions.
Safe & Secure
We share your belief in the preciousness of your child, which is why we prioritize their safety from the outset. This entails a robust security system, including secure check-in/check-out procedures, background checks for staff, teachers certified in CPR and first aid, and frequent sanitation measures in our classrooms.
Teamwork Makes the Dreamwork!
Our program underscores the significance of socialization, emphasizing teamwork, communication proficiency, and emotional acumen through interactive play and collaborative tasks. In our inclusive milieu, cultivating lasting connections between students and teachers is of utmost importance.
Loving Environment
- Creating a loving and supportive environment is at the heart of O2B’s mission. Our Fun Crew works tirelessly to build strong connections with both students and parents.
- 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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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! -
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 O’FallonYears 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, 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! -
Rebecca S, Director of CottlevilleYears Teaching
Rebecca has ben working in Early Childhood Education since 2006
Favorite Subject
Reading, Math and ScienceFun Fact
Rebecca's been sky diving twice and would love to do it again! She's also been to the Taj Mahal on a mission trip. -
Alejandra “Ally” B, Director of WellingtonYears Teaching
Ally has over 6 years of experience in Early Education. She is now the Director of O2B Kids Wellington.
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Brittany R, Regional Manager of Jacksonville/St. AugustineYears Teaching
Brittany has 10 years of experience in Early Education, and has been O2B Kids for 4 years. She is now the Regional Manager of O2B Kids Jacksonville/St. Augustine region.
Favorite Subject
MathFun Fact
Brittany's favorite movies are Romantic Comedies. -
Cassie R, Regional Manager of OrlandoYears Teaching
Cassie has been with O2B Kids and working in Early Education for over 8 years. She is now the Regional Manager of O2B Kids Orlando region.
Favorite Subject
EnglishFun Fact
Cassie loves to dance! -
Haley R, Director of Palencia AcademyYears Teaching
Haley has 8 years of experience in Early Education and has been with O2B Kids for 4 years. She is now the Director of O2B Kids Palencia Academy.
Favorite Subject
LiteracyFun Fact
Haley loves music and sings in a band! -
Janelle S, Director of OcoeeYears Teaching
Janelle has 18 years of experience in Early Education and began with O2B as the Director of O2B Kids Avalon Park.
Favorite Subject
EnglishFun Fact
Janelle is licensed to officiate weddings and funerals. -
Jennifer B, 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! -
Jessica S, Regional Manager of Palm BeachYears Teaching
She is now the Regional Manager of the O2B Kids Palm Beach region.
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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: $341
- Freshman: $341
- Tweenies: $341
- Sophomore: $308
- MultiAge: $308
- Junior: $280
- Senior: $280
- 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 10% 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