
Browse all 69 daycare centers in Waco, Texas. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
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.
1020 Elm St, Waco, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 159 children
Doris Miller Family YMCA Child Care in Waco receives consistently high ratings for its clean, well-maintained facilities and helpful staff. Parents praise the variety of amenities including a pool, basketball gym, and meeting rooms, along with community involvement. One reviewer noted a front desk staff member appeared unwelcoming, though other staff were friendly.
1300 Austin Ave, Waco, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 96 children
These reviews are for Austin United Methodist Church, not a daycare facility. The reviews praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, biblical teaching, quality music and organ, and community programs including childcare services.
2004 Barnard St, Waco, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 59 children
Parents consistently praise Children First Learning Center for its loving, caring staff and nurturing environment. The facility is noted for excellent curriculum, strong teacher-child relationships, and the leadership of Ms. Salina and Mr. Berry. Multiple parents report their children are happy, learning significantly, and thriving in care.
811 Maxfield St, Waco, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 85 children
Young Expression Day Care LLC in Waco, Texas has received exclusively positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the welcoming, caring staff and safe environment, with children reportedly transitioning well and enjoying attending. The director and teachers are noted for being responsive, professional, and genuinely invested in the children's well-being and happiness.
900 N Loop 340, Waco, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 175 children
NOTE: The reviews provided are for Church of the Open Door, not KIDZ TURN daycare. No actual daycare reviews are available for KIDZ TURN in Waco, Texas.
2525 E Lake Shore Dr, Waco, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children
WSGBC Day Care Center in Waco, Texas receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the caring and dedicated staff, strong academic curriculum, Christian values instruction, and Texas Rising Star certification. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared-for, and well-prepared for school.
2716 Robinson Dr, Waco, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children
This Little Piggy Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a family-oriented environment with caring, friendly staff and clean, well-organized classrooms. Parents report feeling confident in the safety and quality of care their children receive, with staff members engaging warmly with all families.
1115 Columbus Ave, Waco, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 140 children
Note: The reviews provided are for a gym/fitness center, not a daycare facility. Reviews praise the friendly and helpful staff, spacious facilities suitable for events, and reasonable pricing. The facility offers multiple amenities including a heated pool, weight room, basketball courts, and exercise classes.
1300 Columbus Ave, Waco, TX · Church Daycare · Capacity: 189 children
Columbus Avenue Baptist Church in Waco receives consistently positive feedback focused on its welcoming community, quality children's ministry, and strong biblical teaching. Parents appreciate the family-friendly environment across all age groups and the church's active involvement in the community.
1311 Clay Ave, Waco, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children
Parents overwhelmingly praise Talitha Koum Nurture Center as an exceptional early childhood facility that combines daycare with educational programming and developmental support. Reviews highlight the caring staff, learning-focused environment, and community impact, though one parent noted eligibility requirements related to Social Security numbers.
Highest rated daycares in Waco based on parent reviews
1020 Elm St, Waco, TX
Doris Miller Family YMCA Child Care in Waco receives consistently high ratings for its clean, well-maintained facilities and helpful staff. Parents praise the variety of amenities including a pool, basketball gym, and meeting rooms, along with community involvement. One reviewer noted a front desk staff member appeared unwelcoming, though other staff were friendly.
1300 Austin Ave, Waco, TX
These reviews are for Austin United Methodist Church, not a daycare facility. The reviews praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, biblical teaching, quality music and organ, and community programs including childcare services.
2004 Barnard St, Waco, TX
Parents consistently praise Children First Learning Center for its loving, caring staff and nurturing environment. The facility is noted for excellent curriculum, strong teacher-child relationships, and the leadership of Ms. Salina and Mr. Berry. Multiple parents report their children are happy, learning significantly, and thriving in care.
811 Maxfield St, Waco, TX
Young Expression Day Care LLC in Waco, Texas has received exclusively positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the welcoming, caring staff and safe environment, with children reportedly transitioning well and enjoying attending. The director and teachers are noted for being responsive, professional, and genuinely invested in the children's well-being and happiness.
900 N Loop 340, Waco, TX
NOTE: The reviews provided are for Church of the Open Door, not KIDZ TURN daycare. No actual daycare reviews are available for KIDZ TURN in Waco, Texas.
2525 E Lake Shore Dr, Waco, TX
WSGBC Day Care Center in Waco, Texas receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the caring and dedicated staff, strong academic curriculum, Christian values instruction, and Texas Rising Star certification. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared-for, and well-prepared for school.
There are 69 daycare centers in Waco, Texas. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.
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This Little Piggy Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a family-oriented environment with caring, friendly staff and clean, well-organized classrooms. Parents report feeling confident in the safety and quality of care their children receive, with staff members engaging warmly with all families.
Young Expression Day Care LLC in Waco, Texas has received exclusively positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the welcoming, caring staff and safe environment, with children reportedly transitioning well and enjoying attending. The director and teachers are noted for being responsive, professional, and genuinely invested in the children's well-being and happiness.
WSGBC Day Care Center in Waco, Texas receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the caring and dedicated staff, strong academic curriculum, Christian values instruction, and Texas Rising Star certification. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared-for, and well-prepared for school.
Parents consistently praise Children First Learning Center for its loving, caring staff and nurturing environment. The facility is noted for excellent curriculum, strong teacher-child relationships, and the leadership of Ms. Salina and Mr. Berry. Multiple parents report their children are happy, learning significantly, and thriving in care.
Doris Miller Family YMCA Child Care in Waco receives consistently high ratings for its clean, well-maintained facilities and helpful staff. Parents praise the variety of amenities including a pool, basketball gym, and meeting rooms, along with community involvement. One reviewer noted a front desk staff member appeared unwelcoming, though other staff were friendly.
These reviews are for Austin United Methodist Church, not a daycare facility. The reviews praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, biblical teaching, quality music and organ, and community programs including childcare services.
EOAC Johnette Hicks Early Head Start Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Most reviewers praise the professionalism, respect, and quality of teachers, along with the learning opportunities provided for young children.
NOTE: The reviews provided are for Church of the Open Door, not KIDZ TURN daycare. No actual daycare reviews are available for KIDZ TURN in Waco, Texas.
Parents overwhelmingly praise Talitha Koum Nurture Center as an exceptional early childhood facility that combines daycare with educational programming and developmental support. Reviews highlight the caring staff, learning-focused environment, and community impact, though one parent noted eligibility requirements related to Social Security numbers.
Note: The reviews provided are for a gym/fitness center, not a daycare facility. Reviews praise the friendly and helpful staff, spacious facilities suitable for events, and reasonable pricing. The facility offers multiple amenities including a heated pool, weight room, basketball courts, and exercise classes.
Columbus Avenue Baptist Church in Waco receives consistently positive feedback focused on its welcoming community, quality children's ministry, and strong biblical teaching. Parents appreciate the family-friendly environment across all age groups and the church's active involvement in the community.
Lake Shore Baptist Children's Center is a 4-star Texas Rising Star facility in Waco with consistently positive reviews. Parents praise the dedicated, loving teachers and welcoming environment, with children starting as young as 4-6 months old. Families report feeling confident in their children's safety and development.
Unable to provide parent review summary. The reviews provided are for Shipsters, a shipping and notary service business, not for Chinaberries Learning Center daycare. No actual parent reviews of the daycare facility were included in the data.
Think Play Grow Academy receives mostly glowing reviews from parents who praise the warm, caring staff and small class sizes. Children show enthusiasm about attending, and parents report feeling confident in the teachers' attentiveness. However, one parent raised serious concerns about injury reporting procedures and alleged dishonesty in documentation.
Oak Lawn Baptist Day Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with most parents praising the caring staff, educational activities, cleanliness, and family-like atmosphere. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about lack of structure, cleanliness issues, illness outbreaks, staff conduct, and communication delays regarding health problems.
Tennyson Playcare Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for staff care, cleanliness, security, and educational activities. However, recent reviews indicate the facility has closed and experienced significant management and staffing changes that negatively impacted operations.
Lakewood Christian Church CDC receives mixed reviews. Most reviewers praise the welcoming atmosphere and community spirit, while one reviewer raises concerns about financial transparency regarding their homeless outreach program.
Parents consistently praise Greater Waco Early Education Center for its caring, well-trained staff, clean facilities, and Christ-centered curriculum. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and receive individualized attention in a nurturing, safe environment. Communication between staff and parents is highlighted as transparent and responsive.
Parkview Christian Childcare Center receives mixed reviews. Parents with positive experiences praise the caring staff, child development, and quality care. However, multiple parents report discriminatory practices, including denying enrollment to children with same-sex parents and imposing personal lifestyle requirements on job applicants.
NOTE: The reviews provided are for McLennan Community College, not a daycare center. The Google Rating of 3.9/5 appears inconsistent with the 10 five-star reviews submitted. Reviews consistently praise the institution as a welcoming community college with excellent faculty, beautiful campus, and strong student support services.
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