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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

Zl-Houston-Carrillo
Before or After School Daycare
Address
960 S Wayside Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 988-9600
Ikids U At Memorial Drive Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
11202 Smithdale Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 665-5200
Ikids U At Bunker Hill Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
11950 Taylorcrest Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 665-5200
Ikids U At Hunters Creek Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
10650 Beinhorn Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 665-5200
German International School Of Houston
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6221 Main St, Houston, TX
Phone
(832) 831-6843
Therapeutic Learning Center And Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
11214 Plainfield St, Houston, TX
Phone
(346) 240-9292
Imagination Station Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4837 Wilmington St, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 485-5950
Joy Of Generation Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
10101 Bissonnet St, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 501-0905
Zl-Houston-Sst Sw
Before or After School Daycare
Address
10550 Westoffice Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 988-9600
Woodcreek Middle School Ymca
Before or After School Daycare
Address
14600 Woodson Park Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 360-2500
The Crayon Club #4
Before or After School Daycare
Address
12818 Tidwell Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 757-1398
Kipp Sunnyside Boys & Girls Club Of Greater Houston
Before or After School Daycare
Address
11000 Scott St, Houston, TX
Phone
(832) 846-9971
Law Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
12401 S Coast Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 732-3630
The Rose Accelerated Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3618 Stassen St, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 734-0610
Housman Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
6705 Housman St, Houston, TX
Phone
(832) 244-6563
Language Immersion Private Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2605 Potomac Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 772-6161
Kiddie Academy Of Clear Lake
Child Daycare & Preschools

Kiddie Academy of Clear Lake receives universally positive feedback from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings praising the facility's care quality, communication, and staff dedication. Parents consistently highlight the camera access, family events, and safe transportation options as key benefits.

Caring and professional teacherscamera access to classroomsstrong communication with parents
Address
11534 Space Center Blvd, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 714-1476
Kipp Westglen Childcare Center
Before or After School Daycare
Address
8430 Westglen Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(832) 328-1051
Be A Champion At Heritage Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
12255 T C Jester Blvd, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 833-3129
Growing Up Childcare & Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9502 Mills Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(832) 599-9067
Dunn Ymca After School Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2003 Ww Thorne Blvd, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 469-1481
Kce Champions LLC @ Beta Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9701 Almeda Genoa Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(832) 326-5442
Kce Champions LLC @ Iltx-Windmill Lakes
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9898 Windmill Lakes Blvd, Houston, TX
Phone
(817) 271-3526
Ikids U At Askew Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
11200 Wood Lodge Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 665-5200
Ikids U At Meadow Wood Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
14230 Memorial Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 665-5200
Ikids U At Nottingham Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
570 Nottingham Oaks Trl, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 665-5200
Buffalo Creek Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2801 Blalock Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(832) 792-1006
San Francisco Nativity Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5808 Renwick Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(832) 791-1883
Kidz Rocket
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KIDZ ROCKET for its affordable pricing, clean facilities, and caring, stable staff. Children show academic progress and genuine enthusiasm for attending. The daycare is noted for accommodating dietary preferences, maintaining low teacher turnover, and providing regular communication with parents.

affordable pricingclean facilitiescaring and professional staff
Address
8610 Synott Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(832) 517-3802
Kce Champions LLC @ Iltx-Westpark
Before or After School Daycare
Address
15300 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, TX
Phone
(817) 271-3526

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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.