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959 Daycare Centers in Houston, Texas

Browse all 959 daycare centers in Houston, Texas. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Houston

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
    Loving Family Daycare
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    9437 Highway 6 S, Houston, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 42 children

    Loving Family Daycare receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the staff's expertise, warmth, and genuine care. Parents appreciate the family-like environment, professional communication through daily photos/videos, and developmental progress their children make. The facility is described as clean, reasonably priced, and offering services like transportation and flexible meal options.

    Knowledgeable and caring stafffamily-like atmosphereprofessional daily communication with photos/videosclean facility
  2. 2

    14901 Welcome Ln, Houston, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 91 children

    Northwood Montessori School is an AMI-accredited Montessori center in Houston with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the authenticity of the Montessori approach, well-trained staff, thoughtfully prepared environment, and significant developmental progress in their children.

    AMI accreditation and trained teacherscalm and nurturing environmentfocus on independence and confidencestrong teacher-student ratios
  3. 3

    1709 Depelchin St, Houston, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children

    Parents consistently praise Small Steps as a trustworthy daycare with friendly staff and quality education. Families appreciate the affordability, cleanliness, and welcoming environment, with children enjoying attending the center.

    Friendly and great teachersaffordable pricingquality educationclean facility
  4. 4
    Little Stars Academy
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    17214 Red Oak Dr, Houston, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 88 children

    The Learners Nest Academy receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the director Mrs. Eboni and staff for providing exceptional care, individualized attention, and structured learning. Parents consistently highlight the professional, warm, and engaged teaching staff, strong communication, and safe environment. Children reportedly learn significantly and enjoy attending daily.

    Highly trained and caring staffstrong leadership by director Mrs. Ebonistructured curriculum with age-appropriate learningexcellent daily communication with parents (updates
  5. 5

    7424 Fairbanks N Houston Rd, Houston, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 74 children

    Laugh N' Discover Early Learning Center receives universally positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and professional staff, engaging play-based curriculum, clean environment, and significant developmental progress in their children across academic, social, and emotional areas.

    Patient and dedicated staffregular parent communicationclean and spacious facilityplay-based learning approach
  6. 6

    3100 Hillcroft St, Houston, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children

    My Children's Choice Academy receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring staff, welcoming environment, and strong communication. Parents report their children are happy and eager to attend, with staff members respecting individual feeding and care plans. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and accommodating to various work schedules.

    caring and attentive staffdaily photos and updates providedchildren happy and eager to attendclean and beautiful facility
  7. 7
    D.D.T Academy LLC
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    2720 Westerland Dr, Houston, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 33 children

    D.D.T Academy LLC receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents surveyed. Parents consistently praise the caring, attentive staff who treat children like their own, the clean and safe facility, excellent communication, and their children's enthusiasm about attending. Children show measurable developmental progress academically, socially, and emotionally.

    Caring and professional staffOwner Ms. Abby actively presentClean and well-organized facilitySafe environment
  8. 8

    8021 Antoine Dr, Houston, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 132 children

    Parents consistently praise Discovering Me Academy for its welcoming, professional staff, clean facility, and nurturing environment that supports child development. Multiple reviewers report significant developmental progress in their children and appreciate the communication app that keeps them updated daily. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting affordability and personalized care.

    Professional and caring staffclean facilitystrong child development outcomesdaily communication app with photos and updates
  9. 9

    8702 Lipan Rd, Houston, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

    Blossom Heights is a highly regarded play-based preschool in Houston known for its outdoor-focused curriculum and child-centered philosophy. Parents consistently praise the staff's dedication, the magical learning environment, and the school's emphasis on exploration and social-emotional development. Multiple families have chosen to stay enrolled for several years and recommend it as the best childcare option in the area.

    Play-based learningextensive outdoor timechild-centered approachrespectful teaching staff
  10. 10

    5200 Willowbend Blvd, Houston, TX · Church Daycare · Capacity: 135 children

    Westbury Methodist Day School receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with 10 five-star reviews praising the caring, engaged teachers and play-based learning approach. Parents highlight the school's nurturing environment, strong child development outcomes, and well-organized leadership under Director Mrs. Joseph. Families report high satisfaction whether children attend for one year or multiple years.

    Caring and engaged teachersplay-based learning approachstrong communication with parentsvariety of activities (music

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Houston based on parent reviews

Loving Family Daycare

5(20)

9437 Highway 6 S, Houston, TX

Loving Family Daycare receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the staff's expertise, warmth, and genuine care. Parents appreciate the family-like environment, professional communication through daily photos/videos, and developmental progress their children make. The facility is described as clean, reasonably priced, and offering services like transportation and flexible meal options.

Knowledgeable and caring stafffamily-like atmosphereprofessional daily communication with photos/videos

Northwood Montessori School

5(20)

14901 Welcome Ln, Houston, TX

Northwood Montessori School is an AMI-accredited Montessori center in Houston with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the authenticity of the Montessori approach, well-trained staff, thoughtfully prepared environment, and significant developmental progress in their children.

AMI accreditation and trained teacherscalm and nurturing environmentfocus on independence and confidence

Ymca After School@Small Steps #1

5(20)

1709 Depelchin St, Houston, TX

Parents consistently praise Small Steps as a trustworthy daycare with friendly staff and quality education. Families appreciate the affordability, cleanliness, and welcoming environment, with children enjoying attending the center.

Friendly and great teachersaffordable pricingquality education

Little Stars Academy

5(20)

17214 Red Oak Dr, Houston, TX

The Learners Nest Academy receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the director Mrs. Eboni and staff for providing exceptional care, individualized attention, and structured learning. Parents consistently highlight the professional, warm, and engaged teaching staff, strong communication, and safe environment. Children reportedly learn significantly and enjoy attending daily.

Highly trained and caring staffstrong leadership by director Mrs. Ebonistructured curriculum with age-appropriate learning

Laugh N' Discover Early Learning Center

5(20)

7424 Fairbanks N Houston Rd, Houston, TX

Laugh N' Discover Early Learning Center receives universally positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and professional staff, engaging play-based curriculum, clean environment, and significant developmental progress in their children across academic, social, and emotional areas.

Patient and dedicated staffregular parent communicationclean and spacious facility

My Children'S Choice Academy

5(20)

3100 Hillcroft St, Houston, TX

My Children's Choice Academy receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring staff, welcoming environment, and strong communication. Parents report their children are happy and eager to attend, with staff members respecting individual feeding and care plans. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and accommodating to various work schedules.

caring and attentive staffdaily photos and updates providedchildren happy and eager to attend

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Daycare Centers in Houston, Texas

There are 959 daycare centers in Houston, 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 Houston, 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 Houston

Showing 959 results

Ymca Afterschool @ Shearn Elementary
Headstart Programs
Address
9802 Stella Link Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 295-5236
Beneke Elementary Koala Kare
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3840 Briarchase Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 469-1481
Ymca @ Summerwood Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
13830 W Lake Houston Pkwy, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 360-2500
Ymca After-School @ Cooper Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
18665 Imperial Valley Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 469-1481
After 3 After School Program Durham Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
4803 Brinkman St, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 269-5936
Weekly Ymca Club Mid @ Pershing Middle School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3838 Blue Bonnet Blvd, Houston, TX
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Ymca Asp At Youngblood Intermediate School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
8410 Dairy View Ln, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 983-8020
Schmalz Elementary Ymca
Before or After School Daycare
Address
18605 Green Land Way, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 392-5055
Campus Kids@Mcdougle Elementary School Sap
Before or After School Daycare
Address
10410 Kansack Ln, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 468-8013
Klc Dba Champions @ Jessup Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
9301 Almeda Genoa Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 910-3726
Ymca Afterschool @ Wolfe Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
502 Addicks Howell Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 392-5055
Campus Kids @Epps Island Elementary School Sap
Before or After School Daycare
Address
7403 Smiling Wood Ln, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 468-8013
Klc Dba Champions@ Burnett Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
11825 Teaneck Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 910-3726
Foster Ymca @ Sinclair Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
6410 Grovewood Ln, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 869-3378
Zl-Houston-Discovery
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6270 Barker Cypress Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 988-9600
Zl- Houston-Exploration
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9305 W Sam Houston Pkwy S, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 988-9600
Our Saviour Lutheran School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5000 W Tidwell Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 290-8277
Centro Kids Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5621 North Fwy, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 742-6726
Fonwood Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
9709 Mesa Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 633-0781
Life Time Fitness Camps
Child Daycare & Preschools

This facility operates as a gym with childcare services. Parents praise the childcare supervisors Summer and Kristen for being warm, attentive, and loving with children, which allows parents to work out with confidence. Overall satisfaction is very high with consistent mention of staff friendliness, cleanliness, and positive community atmosphere.

Caring and loving childcare supervisorsstaff friendliness and positive attitudeclean facility
Address
7717 Willow Chase Blvd, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 469-9300
Duchesne Academy Of The Sacred Heart
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
10202 Memorial Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 468-8211
University Houston Ccc
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3859 Wheeler St, Houston, TX
Phone
(832) 842-0500
Holy Spirit Child Enrichment Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
12535 Perthshire Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 973-8150
Mission Bend Christian Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3710 Highway 6 S, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 497-4057
Crespo Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
Address
7500 Office City Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 988-9600
Ymca After School @ Gregory Lincoln
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1101 Taft St, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 758-9207
Dominion Preparatory School Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1023 Pinemont Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 688-5112
Beth Yeshurun School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4525 Beechnut St, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 666-1884
Ymca After School @ Pine Shadows
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9900 Neuens Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 467-9622
Kindercare #859
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare #859 for its caring, attentive teachers and safe, nurturing environment where children thrive developmentally. The facility offers structured curriculum and educational programs, with staff responsive to parent concerns. Multiple families have enrolled children for years, indicating high satisfaction and retention.

Caring and loving teacherssafe environmentchild development and learning
Address
7702 Fairbanks N Houston Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 466-5377

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Frequently asked questions

There are 959 all daycares in Houston, Texas. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Houston, 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
Houston offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 791 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 58 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 25 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 85 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 Houston for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Houston 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.