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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

Memorial Dr Umc Childrens Weekday School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
12955 Memorial Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 425-6804
Brilliant Minds Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
5903 Bellfort St, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 264-0239
Wonderland Private School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
5724 Calhoun Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 741-8005
St. Paul Early Childhood Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

St. Paul Early Childhood Program receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, attentive staff and well-balanced educational approach. Parents appreciate the clean facilities, excellent parent communication, diverse activities (STEM, library, yoga), and nurturing environment where children thrive developmentally and feel genuinely excited to attend.

Kind and caring staffsafe and clean facilitiesexcellent parent communication
Address
18223 Point Lookout Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 333-0176
Prosperity Community Outreach Afterschool Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
425 Aldine Bender Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 448-5700
Kid Talk Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
14614 Monrad Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 640-5414
Successful Starters Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
9118 Homestead Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 635-7900
Annointed Christian Childcare & Academy II
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
360 Uvalde Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(832) 831-7215
First Kids Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
7873 Highway 6 S, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 568-3386
Jewish Community Ctr West Houston
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1120 Dairy Ashford Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 556-5567
Clear Lake Presbyterian Ecp
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1511 El Dorado Blvd, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 488-3204
My Little World Academy, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
11920 Walters Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 366-9899
Sbisd Child Development Lab School Tiger Trail
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
10406 Tiger Trl, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 365-4594
St. Martin'S Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
717 Sage Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 621-2944
Happy Angels Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3501 Holman St, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 747-2182
Sharp Dcc
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

SHARP DCC is a church-based daycare center in Houston with perfect 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the welcoming, spiritual atmosphere and friendly staff who emphasize Christian values and community fellowship.

welcoming staffspiritual/Christian environmentkind and generous people
Address
4202 Reed Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 733-3565
Farah'S Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Farah's Day Care in Houston receives consistently excellent reviews with parents praising the warm, welcoming environment and professional staff. Parents highlight the cleanliness of the facility, attentive care, strong communication, and the staff's compassionate approach to their children.

Clean facilityprofessional staffwarm and welcoming environment
Address
13239 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 564-4411
Genesis Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Genesis Academy is a faith-based preschool in Houston that receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight caring, patient teachers, strong academic and faith-based curriculum, and a small, family-oriented environment that prepares children well for kindergarten.

Patient and passionate teachersfaith-based curriculumacademic preparation for kindergarten
Address
16650 Longenbaugh Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 859-6200
Cloud Of Light Christian Day Care - Education And Art Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
16305 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 920-3087
Childrens Village Kidconnect
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
6218 Auden St, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 667-5180
Rising Stars Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Rising Stars Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the owner's welcoming approach and caring environment. Parents consistently report happy children, reasonable pricing, a clean facility, and bilingual services. The center recently expanded from a home-based operation to a center-based location and maintains strong relationships with returning families.

welcoming ownerreasonable priceshappy children
Address
2320 Blalock Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 647-0061
Discovering Me Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

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 outcomes
Address
8021 Antoine Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(832) 243-4412
The Woods Private School @Cedar Point
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise The Woods Private School at Cedar Point for its caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and emotionally. Families report their children are excited to attend, show significant growth in confidence and independence, and feel the school operates like a family. The balance of strong education with warmth and kindness is highlighted across all reviews.

Caring and dedicated teacherswelcoming staffsafe and nurturing environment
Address
13835 Cedar Point Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 320-1985
Bs Children World Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
8605 Mesa Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 672-6504
Community Partners Fifthward Early Childhood Development Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3917 Collingsworth St, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 674-5437
Zion Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3606 Beauchamp St, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 869-6844
Klc School Partnerships Dba Champions At Daily Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
12909 Briar Forest Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 368-2111
Albury Head Start Nci
Headstart Programs
5
Address
11125 Albury Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 777-8192
Franklin Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
5
Address
7101 Canal St, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 514-8161
Nathan J & Amelia Klein Head Start
Headstart Programs
5
Address
6447 Prestwood Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 988-6265

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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.