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466 Daycare Centers in Austin, Texas

Browse all 466 daycare centers in Austin, Texas. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Austin

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1

    6030 W Highway 290, Austin, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 37 children

    Nature Preschool Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise its nature-based curriculum, outdoor learning emphasis, and exceptional teachers led by director Aarti. Parents highlight significant improvements in their children's academic skills, social development, confidence, and love of learning. The school creates a warm, nurturing community where children thrive both educationally and personally.

    Nature-based curriculumextensive outdoor play and explorationhands-on multi-sensory learningpassionate and caring teachers
  2. 2

    5710 Mccarty Ln, Austin, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 140 children

    Reggio Emilia Multilingual Preschool Academy in Austin receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a warm, nurturing community where children thrive. Parents highlight the exceptional, caring staff, beautiful campus with outdoor spaces and animals, multilingual curriculum, and strong parent communication. Children reportedly love attending and show genuine excitement and happiness daily.

    Warm and caring staffbeautiful campus with playgrounds and outdoor spacesfarm animalsart atelier
  3. 3

    11902 Anderson Mill Rd, Austin, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 200 children

    First Foundations Preschool in Austin receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, qualified teaching staff, strong academics, and faith-based curriculum. Parents highlight the nurturing environment, low student-to-teacher ratios, sense of community, and the director's personal attention as key strengths that support children's growth.

    Exceptional and highly qualified teachersfaith-centered curriculumlow student-to-teacher ratios
  4. 4

    4905 Maufrais Ln, Austin, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 79 children

    Parents consistently praise Angels Care & Learning Center (Maufrais location) for its attentive, caring staff and strong communication with families. Children show improved development, confidence, and enthusiasm for attending. The facility is clean, well-maintained, and provides a nurturing, family-like environment with educational activities including Spanish language instruction.

    Caring and attentive staffconsistent teachers building child confidenceexcellent parent communicationclean and well-maintained facility
  5. 5

    11726 Jollyville Rd, Austin, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 110 children

    Arbor Montessori Academy receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all reviewers who praise the school's authentic Montessori approach, exceptional teacher consistency, and strong academic preparation for children. Parents consistently highlight the caring staff, stable community, and positive impact on their children's confidence and learning outcomes.

    Low teacher turnoverconsistent and caring staffstrong academic preparationauthentic Montessori methodology
  6. 6

    10713 N Fm 620, Austin, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 76 children

    Bright Kids Child Development Center receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and family-oriented environment. Parents consistently highlight their children's happiness, development, and the center's excellent communication and engaging curriculum.

    caring and loving staffsafe and clean environmentengaging curriculumregular updates with pictures/videos
  7. 7
    Aim And Focus Karate
    4.77 score
    5(17)

    8516 Anderson Mill Rd, Austin, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

    Aim and Focus Karate is highly regarded by parents for its structured martial arts instruction and character development program. Master Ben Johnson and his staff are praised for teaching discipline, respect, and confidence while maintaining rigorous standards rather than operating as a 'belt factory.' Parents report significant positive changes in their children's behavior, self-esteem, and overall development.

    Excellent instruction and instructor expertisestrong emphasis on discipline and respectcharacter developmentaffordable afterschool care
  8. 8

    3003 Northland Dr, Austin, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children

    Covenant Presbyterian Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the loving, nurturing environment and strong sense of community. Parents highlight the balance between play-based learning and age-appropriate education, along with the caring and dedicated staff who make families feel welcomed and supported.

    Loving and nurturing teacherssafe and welcoming environmentstrong sense of community and familyplay-based learning approach
  9. 9

    3001 Whitis Ave, Austin, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 78 children

    First English Lutheran Child Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate its warm, community-focused environment and play-based learning approach. Parents highlight the caring staff, low student-teacher ratios, on-site prepared meals, and strong social-emotional learning focus as key strengths that keep children excited to attend daily.

    Caring and attentive stafflow student-teacher ratiosplay-based and Montessori-style learningsocial-emotional learning focus
  10. 10

    1500 N Capital Of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children

    St. Michael's Episcopal Day School in Austin receives perfect 5-star ratings from all reviewers. Parents consistently praise the Reggio-inspired, play-based learning approach, exceptional staff who genuinely care for each child, beautiful campus with extensive outdoor spaces, and strong sense of community and belonging.

    Reggio-inspired hands-on learning approachcaring and invested teachers and stafflow student-to-teacher ratios with personalized attentionbeauti

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Austin based on parent reviews

Nature Preschool Center

5(20)

6030 W Highway 290, Austin, TX

Nature Preschool Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise its nature-based curriculum, outdoor learning emphasis, and exceptional teachers led by director Aarti. Parents highlight significant improvements in their children's academic skills, social development, confidence, and love of learning. The school creates a warm, nurturing community where children thrive both educationally and personally.

Nature-based curriculumextensive outdoor play and explorationhands-on multi-sensory learning

Reggio Emilia Multilingual Preschool Academy

5(20)

5710 Mccarty Ln, Austin, TX

Reggio Emilia Multilingual Preschool Academy in Austin receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a warm, nurturing community where children thrive. Parents highlight the exceptional, caring staff, beautiful campus with outdoor spaces and animals, multilingual curriculum, and strong parent communication. Children reportedly love attending and show genuine excitement and happiness daily.

Warm and caring staffbeautiful campus with playgrounds and outdoor spacesfarm animals

First Foundations Preschool

5(20)

11902 Anderson Mill Rd, Austin, TX

First Foundations Preschool in Austin receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, qualified teaching staff, strong academics, and faith-based curriculum. Parents highlight the nurturing environment, low student-to-teacher ratios, sense of community, and the director's personal attention as key strengths that support children's growth.

Exceptional and highly qualified teachersfaith-centered curriculumlow student-to-teacher ratios

Palomita Child Development Center Child Incorporated

5(20)

4905 Maufrais Ln, Austin, TX

Parents consistently praise Angels Care & Learning Center (Maufrais location) for its attentive, caring staff and strong communication with families. Children show improved development, confidence, and enthusiasm for attending. The facility is clean, well-maintained, and provides a nurturing, family-like environment with educational activities including Spanish language instruction.

Caring and attentive staffconsistent teachers building child confidenceexcellent parent communication

Arbor Montessori Academy

5(20)

11726 Jollyville Rd, Austin, TX

Arbor Montessori Academy receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all reviewers who praise the school's authentic Montessori approach, exceptional teacher consistency, and strong academic preparation for children. Parents consistently highlight the caring staff, stable community, and positive impact on their children's confidence and learning outcomes.

Low teacher turnoverconsistent and caring staffstrong academic preparation

Bright Kids Child Development Center

5(17)

10713 N Fm 620, Austin, TX

Bright Kids Child Development Center receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and family-oriented environment. Parents consistently highlight their children's happiness, development, and the center's excellent communication and engaging curriculum.

caring and loving staffsafe and clean environmentengaging curriculum

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Daycare Centers in Austin, Texas

There are 466 daycare centers in Austin, Texas. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Austin, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in Austin

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Primrose School Of Southwest Austin
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Southwest Austin for its exceptional staff, caring teachers, and strong communication with families. Children are reported to thrive in a clean, well-organized facility with a research-based curriculum and healthy food options. Multiple long-term families recommend the school highly.

caring and patient staffexcellent daily communication with photos and updatesclean and well-organized facility
Address
4920 Davis Ln, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 292-7792
Nanas Playhouse Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Nanas Playhouse Learning Center receives consistently exceptional feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, Spanish immersion program, and engaging activities. Children consistently show strong academic readiness, Spanish language development, and happiness at the center. Parents highlight the family-like environment and staff flexibility with scheduling.

Spanish immersion program with measurable language learning outcomesqualified pre-K preparationengaging activities and theme days
Address
4406 Russell Dr, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 215-8443
University Of Texas Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise UTCDC as one of Austin's best childcare facilities with highly trained, caring staff and strong curriculum. The center is affiliated with UT and offers quality meals, low staff turnover, and a nurturing community environment. Prospective parents should note there is a lengthy waitlist (up to 19 months) and enrollment is limited to UT-affiliated families.

Excellent and caring teachersexperienced stafflow turnover
Address
2205 Comal St, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 475-9500
Barton Creek Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Barton Creek Child Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, attentive staff with low turnover, clean facilities, and strong educational focus including social-emotional learning and Texas Rising Star accreditation. Parents appreciate the transparent ownership, open communication, small class sizes, outdoor play areas, and enriching curriculum that keeps children engaged and happy.

Loving and caring teacherslow staff turnoverclean facilities with good indoor/outdoor spaces
Address
5611 Travis Cook Rd, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 301-4788
Austin Play Garden LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Austin Play Garden receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the play-based learning approach, warm and attentive staff, clean facilities, and strong parent communication. Multiple families sent multiple children and expressed they would recommend the center highly.

Play-based learning approachwarm and nurturing teachersclean and well-maintained facilities
Address
2205 Ohlen Rd, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 879-6506
Primrose School Of Four Points
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Primrose School of Four Points receives consistently high praise from parents who emphasize the caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight the combination of strong academics, outdoor play, and individual attention to children's development, along with excellent communication and parent involvement. Children reportedly enjoy attending and thrive emotionally and educationally at the facility.

Caring and dedicated staffloving infant teachers
Address
6606 Sitio Del Rio Blvd, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 795-9101
Bethany School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Reviews praise Bethany School's pre-K program as excellent, with particular recognition for patient and kind staff members. Parents highlight the welcoming, family-oriented atmosphere and strong Christian community values. The facility is noted for quality education and creating lasting positive memories for children.

Excellent pre-K programpatient and kind staffwelcoming community atmosphere
Address
10010 Anderson Mill Rd, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 258-6965
Wesley School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Wesley School is a highly-regarded center-based daycare in Austin with 10 five-star reviews. Parents consistently praise the warm, loving staff, low turnover, strong communication through daily updates, and developmental support across all age groups from infants through school-age children.

Caring and attentive stafflow teacher turnoverexcellent communication via app and daily reports
Address
6100 Berkman Dr, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 467-9740
Texas Power Athletics, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Texas Power Athletics is a competitive cheer and gymnastics training facility in Austin with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the coaching quality, skill development, and positive gym culture that emphasizes both athletic and personal growth. The program has a strong track record of competitive success.

Experienced and supportive coachessignificant skill advancementpositive team atmosphere
Address
130 Ralph Ablanedo Dr, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 284-9211
Barton Creek Child Development Center Eisd
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Barton Creek Child Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, attentive staff and strong educational focus. Parents appreciate the clean facilities, outdoor play areas, low teacher turnover, transparent leadership, and emphasis on social-emotional learning and child safety.

Loving and caring teachersclean facilitiesoutdoor play spaces
Address
1314 Patterson Rd, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 732-3232
University Of Texas Child Dev Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

UTCDC is highly regarded by parents as one of Austin's best childcare facilities, with consistently excellent staff and a supportive community atmosphere. Parents praise the quality of teachers, experienced administration, low staff turnover, and homemade meal programs. The facility has long waitlists (up to 19 months) and is available primarily to UT-affiliated families.

Excellent and caring teachersexperienced and highly trained stafflow staff turnover
Address
1505 Lavaca St, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 471-4400
Escuelita Del Alma
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Escuelita del Alma is highly praised by parents for its warm, nurturing environment and Spanish immersion program. Parents report strong staff retention, excellent bilingual language development in children, and a strong sense of community among families. The school is noted for quality meals, engaging curriculum, and organized special events.

Spanish immersion/bilingual educationcaring and stable teaching stafflow teacher turnover
Address
3109 And 3205 N Ih 35, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 474-4702
Happy Kids Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
5709 Manor Rd, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 928-3615
Sun Moon And Stars LLC Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Sun Moon and Stars as an exceptional learning center with caring, dedicated staff and strong academic outcomes. Children thrive across all age groups, with parents noting their kids develop strong social-emotional skills and are well-prepared for elementary school. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and stay for many years, citing the warm community atmosphere.

Exceptional and caring teachers with high staff retentionstrong academic curriculum and measurable resultsnurturing environment for infants and toddlers
Address
3810 S 1st St, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 326-2010
Club Z INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
7612 Cooper Ln, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 219-0700
Kinney Avenue Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Kinney Avenue Christian Preschool receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive teachers and welcoming Christian environment. Parents highlight the school's engaging curriculum, special events, outdoor activities, and strong community among families. Multiple reviewers report their children have thrived academically and socially, with particular appreciation for staff flexibility and individualized attention.

Caring and nurturing teachersChristian environment and weekly chapelengaging curriculum and creative activities
Address
1801 Kinney Ave, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 442-6719
Atelier Preescolar LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Atelier Preescolar for its nurturing, creative environment and dedicated, caring teachers. The Spanish immersion program is highly valued, and children show strong academic and social development with individualized attention. Parents report children are happy, engaged, and excited to attend.

Caring and qualified teachersstrong Spanish immersion programsmall class sizes
Address
8305 W Highway 71, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 964-3319
Peace Lutheran Preschool
Church Daycare
4.5

Peace Lutheran Preschool is a religious facility in Austin consistently praised for its welcoming, inclusive, and progressive community atmosphere. Parents highlight the caring staff, dynamic leadership, and neurodivergent-friendly environment that embraces people of all backgrounds. The facility is noted for its community involvement and relevant, engaging programming.

welcoming communityinclusive and affirming environmentneurodivergent-friendly
Address
10625 R R 620 N, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 401-6001
Crenshaw Athletic Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Crenshaw Athletic Club for excellent coaching, particularly Coach AJ, and a well-rounded program combining gymnastics, swimming, and academics. The facility is described as professional, caring, and instrumental in building children's confidence, discipline, and physical skills. Multiple families with multiple children recommend the center highly.

Exceptional coaches and staffpersonalized attention to each childprofessional atmosphere
Address
5000 Fairview Dr, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 453-5551
Berkeley Methodist Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, praising the welcoming and kind atmosphere. However, most reviews appear to focus on the church itself rather than the child care center specifically, making it difficult to assess daycare-specific experiences.

welcoming communitykind staffPastor Teeter's leadership
Address
2407 Berkeley Ave, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 443-3509
Growing Imaginations Learning Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Growing Imaginations Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star praise from parents who describe it as a family-oriented, nurturing environment led by dedicated staff member Mrs. Teran and her long-tenured team. Parents consistently highlight the bilingual Spanish-English curriculum, strong academic preparation for elementary school, excellent meal quality, and exceptional support with developmental milestones like potty training.

Warm and welcoming environmentfamily-like treatment of childrenexperienced and caring staff
Address
5410 S 1st St, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 383-1001
North Austin Martial Arts And Fitness Academy INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Tiger Rock Martial Arts Academy for its excellent instruction, professional and engaging staff, and positive learning environment. Children develop confidence, discipline, and respect while enjoying martial arts classes and after-school programs. The facility offers convenient services for working families including daycare, summer camps, and flexible scheduling.

Highly skilled and kind instructorschildren gain confidence and disciplinepositive and inclusive community atmosphere
Address
12233 Ranch Road 620 N, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 918-8025
Stepping Stone School Xii
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Stepping Stone School XII for its caring, experienced staff and welcoming environment. The center receives high marks for teacher engagement, communication via the Tadpoles app, and developmental support across infant through pre-K classrooms. Multiple parents note the school helped ease their anxiety about returning to work.

Caring and attentive teachersexperienced staffstrong communication with parents
Address
7700 W Parmer Ln, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 336-5237
Mainspring At Live Oak
Before or After School Daycare
4.5

Mainspring at Live Oak is highly regarded as a best-in-class, research-based preschool with experienced teachers and strong leadership. The facility emphasizes social-emotional learning, security, and whole-child development, with 70+ years of history and NAEYC accreditation. One serious safety concern was reported regarding staff accountability and unauthorized child removal.

Research-based curriculumNAEYC accreditedexperienced and caring teachers
Address
1100 W Live Oak St, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 442-2301
University United Methodist Early Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

The reviews provided do not evaluate the daycare center itself, but rather describe the University United Methodist Church's community outreach programs, including weekly Saturday breakfast services for the homeless and low-income families, clothing assistance, and other social services. All reviewers praise the church's community involvement and welcoming atmosphere.

Community outreach and charitable serviceswelcoming and inclusive environmentfriendly staff and leadership
Address
2409 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 474-5101
Noahs Ark Preschool At Park Hills
Before or After School Daycare
4.5
Address
900 S Mopac Expy, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 327-0295
The Childrens Discovery Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

The Children's Discovery Center in Austin receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the creative, nurturing environment and strong staff. Parents highlight the emphasis on outdoor activities, social-emotional learning, and the caring, low-turnover teaching team. One parent reported a negative experience but provided no details.

creative activities and craftsoutdoor adventures and nature focussocial-emotional learning
Address
4112 Duval St, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 458-1891
Leaps N Bounds
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Leaps N Bounds for exceptional teacher care, strong parent communication, and excellent academic preparation for elementary school. The daycare is noted for low staff turnover, engaging activities, and a nurturing environment. Families report long-term satisfaction, with some having attended for 7+ years.

Caring and patient teachersresponsive leadership (Ms. Annette)low staff turnover
Address
3631 N Hills Dr, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 346-5327
Sunrise Neighborhood Youth Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Reviews praise Sunrise Neighborhood Youth Program as an exceptional community resource that provides comprehensive support to homeless and at-risk populations. Parents highlight the compassionate staff, Pastor Mark's leadership, and the wide range of services offered including meals, clothing, showers, housing assistance, and bus passes.

Comprehensive support servicescompassionate and respectful staffconvenient bus route location
Address
4430 Manchaca Rd, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 444-3326
Wanna Play, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Wanna Play LLC is highly praised by parents for its caring, attentive staff and flexible scheduling options. Children adjust well to the facility and parents consistently report feeling comfortable with the care provided. The center is noted for organized activities, reasonable pricing, and strong communication from staff.

Attentive and kind staffflexible drop-in schedulingsecure check-in/out process
Address
14010 N Hwy 183, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 258-7529

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Frequently asked questions

There are 466 all daycares in Austin, Texas. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Austin, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Texas's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Texas)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Austin offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 399 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 8 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 57 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Texas typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Austin for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Austin must be licensed by Texas's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.