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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Elsa, TX

Compare 5 child daycare & preschools in Elsa. Average rating: 4.37/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Elsa, Texas at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
4.37/5
Parent reviews
12
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Elsa offers 5 licensed child daycare & preschools, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 4.37/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Elsa

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
    Golden Bee Learning Center
    3.4 score
    3.1(10)

    210 Travis St, Elsa, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 115 children

    Golden Bee Learning Center receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the staff and learning environment, but serious concerns raised about supervision, incident reporting procedures, and attention to detail. Seven five-star reviews highlight friendly staff, safety, and child progress communication, while three one-star reviews cite a facial injury incident with delayed incident reporting, name misspellings, and missing video documentation.

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Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Elsa

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Elsa, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.37avg rating
5 daycares · 3 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Elsa zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
785436
4.37
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Elsa (23–210 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Elsa based on parent reviews

Glc Academy

5(2)

309 Wilson, Elsa, TX

Rising Stars Academy

5

908 W Edinburg Ave, Elsa, TX

Golden Bee Learning Center

3.1(10)

210 Travis St, Elsa, TX

Golden Bee Learning Center receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the staff and learning environment, but serious concerns raised about supervision, incident reporting procedures, and attention to detail. Seven five-star reviews highlight friendly staff, safety, and child progress communication, while three one-star reviews cite a facial injury incident with delayed incident reporting, name misspellings, and missing video documentation.

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Daycare types in Elsa

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Elsa, Texas

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Elsa, Texas, making up 83% of the 6 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Elsa have an average rating of 4.37 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.37 stars. Our analysis covers 12 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Elsa, 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 Elsa

Showing 5 results

Rising Stars Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
908 W Edinburg Ave, Elsa, TX
Phone
(956) 567-2293
Glc Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
309 Wilson, Elsa, TX
Phone
(956) 262-3809
Golden Bee Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.1

Golden Bee Learning Center receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the staff and learning environment, but serious concerns raised about supervision, incident reporting procedures, and attention to detail. Seven five-star reviews highlight friendly staff, safety, and child progress communication, while three one-star reviews cite a facial injury incident with delayed incident reporting, name misspellings, and missing video documentation.

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Address
210 Travis St, Elsa, TX
Phone
(956) 262-2700
Mari'S Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
208 W Arcadilo Padilla St, Elsa, TX
Phone
(956) 262-9002
Little Apple Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
701 E Edinburg Ave, Elsa, TX
Phone
(956) 567-5009

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Elsa, Texas, out of 6 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Elsa have an average Google rating of 4.37 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Elsa, 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
Elsa offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 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 Elsa for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Elsa 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.