Children at daycare

8,793 Daycare Centers in Texas

Browse 8,793 daycare centers across Texas. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Texas

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Texas can make the decision-making process smoother.

Texas has about 8,793 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Texas. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Texas

There are 8,793 daycares in Texas: 512 headstart facilities, 1,081 before/after school centers, 343 religious facility daycares, and 6,857 childcare and preschool centers.

Childcare & Pre-school

Find the best childcare & pre-school in Texas

Find near me

Headstart Programs

Find the best headstart programs in Texas

Find near me

Religious / Church Based Daycare

Find the best religious / church based daycare in Texas

Find near me

Before or After School

Find the best before or after school in Texas

Find near me

All Daycare Centers in Texas

Showing 8,793 results

Oak Park School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Oak Park School receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated staff, engaging activities and field trips, strong leadership, and safe environment that helps children thrive and feel comfortable.

caring and attentive staff with good tenurehands-on owner/directorenriching activities and field trips
Address
2402 Firewheel Pkwy, Garland, TX
Phone
(972) 496-6127
Kids University Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Kids University Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, loving staff who treat children as their own, strong communication from leadership, and a clean, nurturing environment that supports early learning and development.

Caring and loving staffexcellent director Jessicastrong parent communication
Address
4456 S Marsalis Ave, Dallas, TX
Phone
(214) 541-8227
Handprints Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Handprints Child Care for its clean, welcoming facility, caring and professional staff, and strong focus on child development and learning. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and parents appreciate regular communication about their child's activities and progress. The center serves infants through school-age children with staff members frequently mentioned by name as dedicated and nurturing.

Clean facilityprofessional staffchild development focus
Address
2805 Peavy Rd, Dallas, TX
Phone
(214) 327-3236
Zion Kidz Academy & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Zion Kidz Academy & Learning Center in Lancaster, Texas receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the staff's caring, professional approach and clean, organized facility. Parents consistently report their children developing academically and socially while feeling safe and loved, with many describing the staff as family-like. The center offers affordable rates, educational activities, field trips, and support services including potty training and after-school programs.

Professional and loving staffclean and organized facilitystrong educational focus
Address
1004 N Jefferson St, Lancaster, TX
Phone
(972) 218-9805
Nmz Day Care Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise NMZ Day Care Center for its caring staff, safe environment with security and cameras, and child development outcomes. The facility is described as organized, affordable, and conducive to learning, with children showing improvement in speech, social skills, and academic readiness. One parent noted past staffing issues that were resolved by May.

Caring and compassionate staffsecure facility with camerasgood layout and organization
Address
8835 Stults Rd, Dallas, TX
Phone
(214) 348-9090
First Steps Academy & Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
11002 Dennis Rd, Dallas, TX
Phone
(214) 350-8145
Childtime Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Childtime Children's Center for its caring, nurturing staff who communicate daily through the Sprout app and treat children like family. The facility is described as clean, welcoming, and safe, with long-term staff members who are patient and invested in the children's development. Multiple parents report high satisfaction and trust, with some re-enrolling their children after moving away.

Excellent staff communication and daily updatesfriendly and caring teachersSprout app convenience
Address
985 W Brand Rd, Garland, TX
Phone
(972) 495-9088
Las Colinas Childrens Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Las Colinas Children's Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, patient staff and welcoming environment. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children's social skills, language, and emotional growth, with children expressing enthusiasm about attending. The center is noted for excellent parent-teacher communication, cleanliness, and engaging activities.

Caring and patient staffwelcoming environmentstrong developmental progress (social skills and language)
Address
1403 W Walnut Hill Ln, Irving, TX
Phone
(972) 870-1616
Rosewood Academy #3
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Rosewood Academy #3 receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, professional staff and engaging curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten. Parents particularly commend Director Timothy and individual teachers like Ms. Bhargavi, Ms. Ashley, Ms. Andrea, and Ms. Joanna for their attentiveness and dedication to child development. The facility offers security cameras, open-door policies, and proactive communication with parents.

Caring and professional staffpatient and attentive teachersengaging activities and curriculum
Address
2310 Stutz Dr, Dallas, TX
Phone
(214) 350-7673
Roseland Homes Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
4.3
Address
2011 N Washington Ave, Dallas, TX
Phone
(972) 284-0040
Calvary Baptist School
Church Daycare
4.3
Address
428 W Church St, Grand Prairie, TX
Phone
(972) 262-8507
Rising Starz Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Rising Starz Child Care Center in Carrollton receives consistently high praise from parents. The facility is noted for its clean environment, attentive staff, strong communication, and welcoming atmosphere that helps children thrive academically and socially. Parents highlight the caring nature of teachers and the nurturing environment as key strengths.

Clean and well-organized facilityin-room cameraskind and attentive teachers
Address
1200 E Jackson Rd, Carrollton, TX
Phone
(972) 466-3800
Helping Hands Child Care INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Helping Hands for providing a family-like, loving environment with caring staff who facilitate significant child development. Children show measurable progress in speech, academics, and social skills. The facility is noted for cleanliness, affordability, and exceptional customer service.

Caring and attentive stafffamily-like atmosphereclean facility
Address
1700 W Polo Rd, Grand Prairie, TX
Phone
(972) 623-3784
Little Steps Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Little Steps Montessori School in Richardson receives consistently high praise from parents for its authentic Montessori approach, caring staff, and strong academic results. Parents highlight exceptional teacher stability and training, a diverse and inclusive environment, and excellent parent communication. Children reportedly achieve early literacy and math skills while developing confidence and independence.

Montessori philosophy implementationpatient and nurturing teachershigh staff retention (10-20+ years)
Address
635 W Campbell Rd, Richardson, TX
Phone
(972) 231-0345
Saint Anne Episcopal Child Care Center
Church Daycare
4.3

Saint Anne Episcopal Child Care Center receives mixed reviews. While some parents praise small class sizes, caring teachers, and attentive staff, others report serious concerns including high staff turnover, inattentive caregiving, dismissal of non-verbal children, and inappropriate discipline practices including excessive time-outs and yelling at children.

Small class sizescaring and attentive teacherschildren appear happy and engaged
Address
1700 N Westmoreland Rd, Desoto, TX
Phone
(972) 709-0691
Ymca @ Hanby Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
4.3

Parents have mixed experiences with this YMCA facility. While some appreciate the clean park setting and recreational activities like football and T-Ball, others note it may no longer be operational or undergoing changes. Several parents mention facility limitations and lack of amenities.

Clean facilityfootball practice availableT-Ball field
Address
912 Cascade St, Mesquite, TX
Phone
(469) 348-9622
Ymca Of Metropolitan Dallas Park Cities Rise School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
6000 Preston Rd, Dallas, TX
Phone
(214) 373-7473
Planet Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Planet Kids (also referred to as Northwest Kids) in Corpus Christi is highly praised by parents for its gymnastics, swimming, tumbling, and after-school programs. Parents consistently highlight the strong sense of family, engaging staff, and well-rounded physical and social development opportunities. The facility offers varied activities and themed camps that keep children excited and looking forward to attending.

Excellent gymnastics instructioncaring and attentive staffstrong sense of family and community
Address
12212 Leopard St, Corpus Christi, TX
Phone
(361) 241-0952
Jewish Community Council
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

The Jewish Community Council daycare in Corpus Christi receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the friendly staff, strong community atmosphere, and educational quality for ages 18 months through kindergarten. However, several parents report serious concerns including potty training policy disputes, deposit retention issues, sick child attendance policies, and allegations of discriminatory treatment.

Friendly and welcoming staffstrong community feelquality education
Address
750 Everhart Rd, Corpus Christi, TX
Phone
(361) 855-6239
Growing Tree Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Growing Tree Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with nearly all reviews praising the caring staff, engaging activities, and clean facility. Parents consistently report their children are happy, well-fed, and learning, with the director and teachers being particularly commended for their attentiveness and dedication. One concern was raised about reckless driving by a bus driver in the residential neighborhood.

Caring and attentive staffengaging daily activities and learningclean facility
Address
2401 N Logan St, Texas City, TX
Phone
(409) 655-5370
Great Beginnings Childcare & Development
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Great Beginnings Childcare receives mostly positive feedback with parents praising the caring staff, safety measures during COVID-19, educational support, and affordable pricing with government assistance options. However, one parent raised serious concerns about lack of sign-in/sign-out procedures and inadequate staffing levels.

caring and wonderful staffmakes children feel at homeeducational acceleration
Address
2917 N I Rd, San Juan, TX
Phone
(956) 702-4800
Bright Beginnings Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
401 S Main St, Donna, TX
Phone
(956) 464-2352
Kids University Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Kids University Learning Center in Palmview, Texas receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings praising the caring, professional staff and clean facility. Parents highlight long-term attendance and strong communication with management, particularly Director Jessica.

Caring and loving staffclean facilityexcellent communication
Address
506 E Loop 374, Palmview, TX
Phone
(956) 598-6732
My First Steps Child Care & Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

My First Steps Child Care in Pharr, Texas receives mostly positive feedback from long-term parents who describe it as a caring, home-like environment with dedicated staff. However, one reviewer raised concerns about teacher certification and staffing levels. The majority of reviews highlight strong relationships between children and staff, with several families using the center for many years.

caring and nurturing environmentexperienced staff (Ms. JanieMs. Orfe
Address
807 Mozelle St, Pharr, TX
Phone
(956) 787-0944
Little Shining Stars Daycare I
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Little Shining Stars Daycare receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the quality education, attentive and consistent staff, safety protocols, and special events that create a welcoming environment. Multiple families report long-term enrollment and significant developmental progress in their children.

Staff consistency and attentivenessstrong academic foundation and early learning outcomesexperienced teachers (Ms. Rosie
Address
6620 N 23rd, Mcallen, TX
Phone
(956) 668-7008
Edinburg II Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
4.3
Address
1200 N 1st Ave, Edinburg, TX
Phone
(956) 380-1088
Young World Preschool And Mother'S Day Out
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Young World Preschool is a small, tight-knit center in Temple, Texas with overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents. The majority of reviews praise the warm, nurturing staff, strong pre-K curriculum, and safe environment, though one negative review raises serious concerns about safety and staff conduct.

Caring and nurturing staffstrong pre-K curriculum that prepares children for kindergartensmall tight-knit environment
Address
2010 Marlandwood Rd, Temple, TX
Phone
(254) 773-1312
Just For Tots #3
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Just for Tots #3 in Killeen receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars, with parents highlighting the caring, professional staff, engaging activities, and sense of safety and welcome. Parents report strong emotional connections between their children and teachers, and many mention they only left due to relocation.

Patient and friendly staffwelcoming environmentengaging seasonal events and activities
Address
2201 W Stan Schlueter Loop, Killeen, TX
Phone
(254) 616-1999
Greater Needs Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Greater Needs CDC in Killeen receives mostly positive reviews praising the welcoming atmosphere, caring staff led by Director Ms. Tracy, and quality curriculum and nutrition. However, one negative review raises serious concerns about lack of transparency with camera footage, inadequate child care practices, and alleged mistreatment.

Clean facilitywelcoming atmospherecaring and supportive staff
Address
1520 Florence Rd, Killeen, TX
Phone
(254) 368-5574
The Learning Zone
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

The Learning Zone receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, developmental progress in children, clean facilities, and flexible scheduling options. Multiple families report staying with the center for years due to their satisfaction.

Caring and attentive staffchild development and skill improvementclean and welcoming facilities
Address
704 N Twin Creek Dr, Killeen, TX
Phone
(254) 690-4454

Page 105 of 294· 8,793 results

Frequently asked questions

There are 8,793 all daycares across Texas. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Texas are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Texas's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Texas, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Texas sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Texas vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.