959 Daycare Centers in Houston, Texas
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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.
- 1Loving Family Daycare4.8 score5(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 - 2Northwood Montessori School4.8 score5(20)
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 - 3Ymca After School@Small Steps #14.8 score5(20)
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 - 4Little Stars Academy4.8 score5(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 - 5Laugh N' Discover Early Learning Center4.8 score5(20)
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 - 6My Children'S Choice Academy4.8 score5(20)
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 - 7D.D.T Academy LLC4.8 score5(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 - 8Discovering Me Academy LLC4.8 score5(20)
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 - 9Blossom Heights Child Development Center4.78 score5(18)
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 - 10Westbury Methodist Day School4.75 score5(15)
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
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Highest rated daycares in Houston based on parent reviews
Loving Family Daycare
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.
Northwood Montessori School
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.
Ymca After School@Small Steps #1
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.
Little Stars Academy
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.
Laugh N' Discover Early Learning Center
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.
My Children'S Choice Academy
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.
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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.
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- 13935 Smokey Trail Dr, Houston, TX
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- (713) 849-8220
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- 500 Tidwell Rd, Houston, TX
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- (832) 633-1875
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- 6601 Antoine Dr, Houston, TX
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- (713) 686-5538
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- 9115 Kirby Dr, Houston, TX
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- (713) 988-9600
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- 8860 Westview Dr, Houston, TX
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- (713) 251-5245
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- 6720 W Tidwell Rd, Houston, TX
- Phone
- (713) 462-7125
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- 17810 Kieth Harrow Blvd, Houston, TX
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- (281) 550-6060
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- 1609 Southmore Blvd, Houston, TX
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- (713) 522-2032
Parents consistently praise the Fry Rd KinderCare location for its caring, attentive staff and strong developmental outcomes. Children reportedly enjoy attending, meet developmental milestones, and are well-prepared for school. The center emphasizes parent communication through daily app updates and responsive staff interaction.
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- 2202 Fry Rd, Houston, TX
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- (281) 578-1415
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- 15150 Wallisville Rd, Houston, TX
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- (281) 458-7777
Five Star Montessori is a highly-regarded Montessori center in Houston where parents report exceptional experiences across all age groups from infants through kindergarten. Parents consistently praise the staff's dedication, the school's focus on fostering independence and academic development, and the nurturing, well-organized environment that prepares children for elementary school.
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- 13260 Forkland Ln, Houston, TX
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- (281) 556-5665
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- 2450 River Oaks Blvd, Houston, TX
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- (713) 354-2267
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- 12822 Robert E Lee Rd, Houston, TX
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- (281) 458-4334
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- 8814 S Rice Ave, Houston, TX
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- (713) 665-2218
Distinct Abilities is highly regarded for its specialized programs, particularly the Private Elementary program led by Ms. Wendy. Parents consistently report significant developmental progress in their children, including improvements in academic skills, behavior management, and communication. The facility is particularly praised for accepting and successfully supporting children with special needs, ADHD, and autism.
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- 14045 Space Center Blvd, Houston, TX
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- (281) 488-0436
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- 12630 Windfern Rd, Houston, TX
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- (281) 517-2060
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- 11331 Veterans Memorial Dr, Houston, TX
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- (281) 537-5333
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- 13333 Breakwater Path Dr, Houston, TX
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- (281) 360-2500
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- 12100 Misty Valley Dr, Houston, TX
- Phone
- (281) 468-8013
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- 1700 Sherwood Forest St, Houston, TX
- Phone
- (713) 467-9622
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- 7343 Synott Rd, Houston, TX
- Phone
- (832) 571-3356
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- 4213 Mangum Rd, Houston, TX
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- (713) 686-6990
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- 5402 Lawndale St, Houston, TX
- Phone
- (832) 230-0575
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- 5800 Southmund St, Houston, TX
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- (713) 845-7451
Cook Head Start in Houston has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviewers praise the caring staff, educational quality, and family involvement, while negative reviewers cite concerns about staff patience, hygiene, nutrition, safety practices, and child development outcomes.
- Address
- 6959 Cook Rd, Houston, TX
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- (832) 351-2794
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- 6011 W Orem Dr, Houston, TX
- Phone
- (713) 433-2956
Clayton Homes Head Start receives praise for its teachers and staff, with parents noting their children feel at ease and recommending the center. However, most reviews focus on housing conditions rather than the daycare itself, with significant complaints about pest infestations, maintenance issues, and safety concerns in the residential complex.
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- 1919 Runnels St, Houston, TX
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- (713) 228-0343
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- 12405 Carlsbad St, Houston, TX
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- (713) 726-3611
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- 1417 Noble St, Houston, TX
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- (713) 227-4300
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- 11000 Scott St, Houston, TX
- Phone
- (832) 230-0562
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