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265 Child Daycare & Preschools in Dallas, Texas

Browse all 265 child daycare & preschools in Dallas, Texas. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Dallas

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

    7002 Red Bud Dr, Dallas, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 18 children

    Parents consistently praise Happy House Daycare Center, particularly caregiver Ms. Zahra, for her attentive, nurturing approach to Montessori education. Children show enthusiasm about attending and demonstrate measurable development in speech, potty training, confidence, and social skills. The facility is described as clean, safe, welcoming, and family-like with excellent communication.

    Attentive and nurturing caregiverMontessori teaching approachindividualized attentionclean and organized facility
  2. 2

    2010 Skillman St, Dallas, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 123 children

    East Dallas Development Center receives perfect 5-star ratings from all reviewers who praise the caring, experienced staff and strong community atmosphere. Parents consistently highlight the convenience of included meals, snacks, and diapers, as well as flexible hours and parent involvement opportunities. Children are reported to be well-prepared academically and socially, with many families forming lasting friendships through the center.

    Caring and experienced teachersknowledgeable directorsmeals and snacks includeddiapers and wipes provided
  3. 3

    1111 E Ledbetter Dr, Dallas, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 146 children

    Parents universally praise Neighborhood Christian Learning Center for its exceptional, caring staff who provide quality Christian education in a clean, well-organized environment. Multiple reviewers highlight significant academic progress in their children and appreciate the center's warm, family-like atmosphere and personalized service. Long-term families report strong academic outcomes with children entering kindergarten ahead of grade level.

    Exceptional and caring staffclean and well-organized facilityChristian values and educationacademic readiness for kindergarten
  4. 4

    801 W Kiest Blvd, Dallas, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 33 children

    Genesis Foundation Child Care Learning Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the family-oriented environment and caring staff led by Mr. and Mrs. Dade. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning, and quickly adapt to the center. The facility is commended for accommodating children with special needs, providing school pickup services, and maintaining strong communication with families.

    Caring and professional stafffamily-oriented atmospherestrong leadership by Mr. and Mrs. Dadeaccommodates children with special needs including autism
  5. 5
    Oak Gardens Academy
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    4008 S Polk St, Dallas, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Oak Gardens Academy appears to be a church-based organization rather than a traditional daycare center. Reviews praise the welcoming Christian community, strong leadership, and community involvement, though they focus on church experiences rather than childcare services.

    Welcoming and inclusive atmospherestrong Christian valuescommunity service initiativeskind and genuine members
  6. 6
    Swiss Learning Center
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    3814 Swiss Ave, Dallas, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 49 children

    Swiss Learning Center receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication through daily updates, strong curriculum including language and music instruction, and their children's enthusiasm about attending. Multiple families report significant developmental progress and feeling confident their children are safe, happy, and well-cared for.

    caring and professional staffexcellent daily communication via app and photosclean and well-organized facilitystrong curriculum with language and music instruction
  7. 7
    Little Texans Academy
    4.71 score
    5(12)

    18211 Kelly Blvd, Dallas, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children

    Little Texans Academy in Dallas receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, structured academic curriculum, and faith-based approach. Parents report their children show measurable learning progress and enjoy attending daily. The facility is described as clean, safe, and well-organized with excellent communication between staff and families.

    Caring and passionate teachersstructured age-appropriate curriculumfaith-based education with daily devotionsclean and safe facility
  8. 8

    642 Brookhurst Dr, Dallas, TX · Church Daycare · Capacity: 99 children

    Note: These reviews are for Lake Highlands Baptist Church, not a daycare center. The facility appears to be a religious institution, not a childcare provider. Reviews praise the church community, preaching, and hospitality, but do not evaluate daycare or childcare services.

    Welcoming and hospitable communitystrong biblical preachingfamily-friendly atmosphereexcellent pastoral care
  9. 9

    11122 Midway Rd, Dallas, TX · Church Daycare · Capacity: 88 children

    Good Shepherd EP Church Parents Day Out receives consistently positive feedback from families. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, warm congregation, and quality children's ministry programming. The facility is described as a comfortable, traditional Episcopal church with excellent clergy and staff.

    welcoming and warm environmentbeautiful facilityengaged children's ministry pastorfamily-focused programming
  10. 10

    642 Brookhurst Dr, Dallas, TX · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 100 children

    These reviews are about Lake Highlands Baptist Church, not the daycare center. The reviews praise the church's welcoming community, strong biblical preaching, and hospitality, but contain no information about the afterschool program or daycare services.

    None mentioned regarding daycare services

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Dallas based on parent reviews

Happy House Daycare Center

5(20)

7002 Red Bud Dr, Dallas, TX

Parents consistently praise Happy House Daycare Center, particularly caregiver Ms. Zahra, for her attentive, nurturing approach to Montessori education. Children show enthusiasm about attending and demonstrate measurable development in speech, potty training, confidence, and social skills. The facility is described as clean, safe, welcoming, and family-like with excellent communication.

Attentive and nurturing caregiverMontessori teaching approachindividualized attention

East Dallas Development Center

5(20)

2010 Skillman St, Dallas, TX

East Dallas Development Center receives perfect 5-star ratings from all reviewers who praise the caring, experienced staff and strong community atmosphere. Parents consistently highlight the convenience of included meals, snacks, and diapers, as well as flexible hours and parent involvement opportunities. Children are reported to be well-prepared academically and socially, with many families forming lasting friendships through the center.

Caring and experienced teachersknowledgeable directorsmeals and snacks included

Neighborhood Christian Learning Center Of Dallas INC

5(19)

1111 E Ledbetter Dr, Dallas, TX

Parents universally praise Neighborhood Christian Learning Center for its exceptional, caring staff who provide quality Christian education in a clean, well-organized environment. Multiple reviewers highlight significant academic progress in their children and appreciate the center's warm, family-like atmosphere and personalized service. Long-term families report strong academic outcomes with children entering kindergarten ahead of grade level.

Exceptional and caring staffclean and well-organized facilityChristian values and education

Genesis Foundation Child Care Learning Center

4.9(20)

801 W Kiest Blvd, Dallas, TX

Genesis Foundation Child Care Learning Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the family-oriented environment and caring staff led by Mr. and Mrs. Dade. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning, and quickly adapt to the center. The facility is commended for accommodating children with special needs, providing school pickup services, and maintaining strong communication with families.

Caring and professional stafffamily-oriented atmospherestrong leadership by Mr. and Mrs. Dade

Oak Gardens Academy

4.9(20)

4008 S Polk St, Dallas, TX

Oak Gardens Academy appears to be a church-based organization rather than a traditional daycare center. Reviews praise the welcoming Christian community, strong leadership, and community involvement, though they focus on church experiences rather than childcare services.

Welcoming and inclusive atmospherestrong Christian valuescommunity service initiatives

Swiss Learning Center

4.9(20)

3814 Swiss Ave, Dallas, TX

Swiss Learning Center receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication through daily updates, strong curriculum including language and music instruction, and their children's enthusiasm about attending. Multiple families report significant developmental progress and feeling confident their children are safe, happy, and well-cared for.

caring and professional staffexcellent daily communication via app and photosclean and well-organized facility

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Dallas, Texas

There are 265 child daycare & preschools in Dallas, Texas, making up 78% of the 341 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Dallas, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Dallas

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G & J Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3
Address
1111 N Jim Miller Rd, Dallas, TX
Phone
(214) 398-7926
Romekias Little Goodies Resource Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3
Address
1236 N Jim Miller Rd, Dallas, TX
Phone
(972) 982-2183
Cuddly Kids Hourly Weekly Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

Cuddly Kids receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the owner Merci and staff for their caring, responsive approach and safe facility. Parents highlight the center's flexibility with hourly and weekly rates, individual attention to children's needs, and welcoming environment. One parent raised concerns about curriculum structure, food quality, and nap accommodations in the infant room, though they noted this was several months prior.

Patient and caring staffresponsive owner communicationclean facility with cameras
Address
6464 E Lovers Ln, Dallas, TX
Phone
(214) 368-5437
Aishas Learning Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.2

Aisha's Learning Center has received mixed reviews with significant safety and care concerns. While a few parents noted positive experiences, the majority reported serious issues including inadequate supervision, unsafe practices with infants, poor communication about feeding and care, frequent illness, and incidents of biting with attempts to conceal them.

Teachers are described as sweet and caringat least one child loves their teachers
Address
2750 E Ledbetter Dr, Dallas, TX
Phone
(214) 375-2750
Lil' Wiggy'S Christian Development Center Schooler
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.1

Lil' Wiggy's Christian Development Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from long-term parents who praise the caring staff, communication, religious education, and child development. However, two serious negative reviews raise critical safety concerns, including inadequate meal portions and a severe incident where a child was left unsupervised and alone at closing.

Caring and communicative staffconsistent pickup from schoolchildren's learning and development
Address
2921 W Camp Wisdom Rd, Dallas, TX
Phone
(214) 331-6000
Lil Wiggys Christian Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.1

Lil Wiggys Christian Development Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from long-term parents who praise the caring staff, religious education, reliable school pickups, and child development. However, two serious complaints allege inadequate meal nutrition and a critical incident involving a child left unsupervised and alone at closing.

caring and communicative staffstrong Christian education and valuesreliable school pickup service
Address
4333 Gannon Ln, Dallas, TX
Phone
(972) 572-3500
The Family Place Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.1

The Family Place Child Development Center is a Dallas-based organization that provides crisis support, counseling, case management, and emergency housing services for families experiencing domestic violence and trauma. Reviews are highly polarized, with some clients praising compassionate staff and life-changing support, while others report serious concerns about communication, staff conduct, medication management, and safety protocols.

Trauma-informed carecompassi
Address
Po Box 7999, Dallas, TX
Phone
(214) 367-7724
Destiny Learning Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.1

Destiny Learning Center receives highly polarized reviews. Positive reviewers praise the caring staff, long-term relationships, educational activities, and spiritual instruction. Negative reviewers report inadequate supervision, billing issues, health concerns, and safety incidents.

Caring and patient staffeducational curriculumreligious/Bible instruction
Address
8055 Ferguson Rd, Dallas, TX
Phone
(972) 270-1668
Healthy Beginnings Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
14119 Montfort Dr, Dallas, TX
Phone
(972) 404-1412
Red Bird Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

Red Bird Learning Center receives mixed reviews with significant concerns overshadowing some positive feedback. While some parents praise the staff's friendliness, professionalism, and cleanliness, multiple parents report serious issues including inadequate child care, mishandling of medical conditions, lost belongings, poor staff behavior, and problematic billing practices. A critical issue raised is the center's status as a religious institution that does not comply with AD

Address
7575 S Hampton Rd, Dallas, TX
Phone
(972) 283-1000
The Kids Corner Daycare And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
3939 S Polk St, Dallas, TX
Phone
(214) 371-1770
Children 1st Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
3540 Wilhurt Ave, Dallas, TX
Phone
(214) 812-9366
Stepping Stones Early Cdc INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

Stepping Stones Early CDC has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the staff, caring environment, and 24-hour availability. Negative reviews cite serious concerns including inadequate supervision, staff inexperience, physical discipline allegations, understaffing, and curriculum not being implemented as promised.

Caring and attentive staffcomfortable environment for children24-hour childcare availability
Address
8315 Lake June Rd, Dallas, TX
Phone
(214) 309-1555
Stepping Stones Early Child Development Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

Stepping Stones receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the attentive staff, developmental support, and caring environment. Director Ms. White and teacher Ms. Debra are frequently mentioned as exceptional. One parent reported a serious supervision concern during an off-site field trip to Kidzania.

Attentive and caring staffchildren show developmental progress and academic advancementreasonable pricing
Address
5904 Samuell Blvd, Dallas, TX
Phone
(214) 381-0382
Stepping Stones Early Child Development Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

Stepping Stones Early Child Development Center receives mixed reviews with stark contrasts. Positive reviews praise the staff, caring environment, and 24-hour availability. Negative reviews cite serious concerns including inadequate supervision, staff inexperience, inconsistent curriculum implementation, and safety incidents.

Caring and attentive staffloving environment24-hour care availability
Address
1515 S Buckner Blvd, Apt 148, Dallas, TX
Phone
(214) 388-1555
Pats Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.9

Pat's Learning Academy receives mixed reviews with strong polarization between parents. Positive reviewers praise the loving environment, educational activities, and staff support over multi-year enrollments. Negative reviewers report serious concerns including inadequate behavior management, alleged inappropriate staff conduct, high turnover in pricing, and director dismissiveness toward parent concerns.

Loving and structured environmenteducational activities and learning outcomesstaff support through developmental stages
Address
3721 W Camp Wisdom Rd, Dallas, TX
Phone
(214) 377-9161
Jeanettes Little Haven Christian Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.9

Jeanette's Little Haven Christian Academy receives mixed reviews with significant safety and behavioral concerns. Several parents report positive experiences with caring staff and their children's happiness, but multiple serious complaints include physical discipline, unsanitary conditions, staff rudeness, lack of parental access, security issues, and alleged discrimination against children with special needs.

Extended hours until 8pmbudget-friendly pricingfield
Address
7110 Holly Hill Dr, Dallas, TX
Phone
(214) 363-2944
Jeanettes Little Haven Christian Academy Enrichment Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.9

Jeanette's Little Haven has highly polarized reviews with strong praise from some parents about staff care and organization, but serious allegations from others regarding staff conduct, facility cleanliness, safety concerns, and discrimination against children with special needs. Multiple parents reported negative experiences with specific staff members and inadequate supervision.

Extended hours until 8pmbudget-friendly pricingfield trips provided
Address
6868 Walling Ln, Dallas, TX
Phone
(214) 553-5353
Sherandas Playhouse II
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.7

Sherandas Playhouse II has overwhelmingly negative reviews with serious safety and professionalism concerns. One parent reported positive experiences with patient staff, but eight other reviews describe unprofessional staff, alleged physical abuse, poor facility conditions, communication failures, and safety issues.

Patient with children new to daycaresweet staff (reported by one parent)
Address
2124 N Prairie Creek Rd, Dallas, TX
Phone
(214) 388-9399
Kidz Kollege
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.1

KIDZ KOLLEGE receives highly polarized reviews with significant safety and quality concerns. While a small group of satisfied parents praise the staff's kindness and extended hours, multiple reviewers report serious issues including poor hygiene, unprofessional staff behavior, inadequate child care practices, and alleged physical mistreatment of children.

Extended hours (open late/7 days a week)caring and respectful staff (according to satisfied parents)affordable pricing
Address
7307 Churchill Green Dr, Dallas, TX
Phone
(214) 660-4555
Kiddie Kare
Child Daycare & Preschools
1.8

Kiddie Kare receives highly polarized reviews with significant safety and cleanliness concerns. Positive reviews praise the family-owned atmosphere and staff care, while negative reviews cite dirty conditions, unprofessional behavior, child injuries, and emotional distress. Prospective families should exercise caution given the serious allegations.

Family-owned environmentcaring staffgoes above and beyond for families
Address
4126 Maryland Ave, Dallas, TX
Phone
(214) 375-2331
Gods Lil Angels 24 Hour Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
1.8
Address
2421 Matland Dr, Dallas, TX
Phone
(214) 331-1622
A Christian Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
1.4

Parents report serious concerns about A Christian Academy, citing poor supervision, inappropriate staff behavior, and unprofessional management. Multiple reviewers describe staff as rude and dismissive, with allegations of dishonesty regarding student belongings. The facility's Christian affiliation is criticized as misleading given the negative experiences reported.

None mentioned
Address
2830 E Illinois Ave, Dallas, TX
Phone
(214) 371-9948
Annette'S Day Care Center Too!
Child Daycare & Preschools
1.2

Parents report consistently negative experiences at Annette's Day Care Center Too, citing rude and unprofessional staff, poor child care practices, lack of communication about feeding/care issues, and high weekend pricing. Multiple reviewers express serious safety and supervision concerns and strongly advise against enrolling children at this facility.

None mentioned
Address
3034 S Beckley Ave, Dallas, TX
Phone
(214) 946-1885
Fun For Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
1
Address
5302 Junius St, Dallas, TX
Phone
(469) 248-2905
Casa De Paz Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
335 Centre St, Dallas, TX
Phone
(972) 533-5729
Kindercare Frankford
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise this daycare for its caring, attentive staff and positive learning environment. Multiple reviews highlight the director and teachers by name for their compassion and professionalism. Children are reported to be happy, excited to attend, and showing academic and emotional growth.

Loving and patient staffDirector Ashley and teachers praised individuallyclean facility
Address
4025 Frankford Rd, Dallas, TX
Phone
(972) 732-4025
Smu Preschool And Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5906 Hillcrest Ave, Dallas, TX
Phone
(214) 768-2278
Richardson Isd Lake Highlands Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9501 Ferndale Rd, Dallas, TX
Phone
(469) 593-2100
Holy Trinity Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
13555 Hillcrest Rd, Dallas, TX
Phone
(972) 490-7060

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Frequently asked questions

There are 265 child daycare & preschools daycares in Dallas, Texas, out of 341 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Dallas, 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
Dallas offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 265 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 16 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 14 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 46 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 Dallas for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Dallas 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.