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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Fort Worth, TX

Compare 162 child daycare & preschools in Fort Worth. Average rating: 4.35/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Fort Worth, Texas at a glance

Programs
162
Avg rating
4.35/5
Parent reviews
1,944
Top rated (4.5+)
58

Fort Worth has 162 licensed child daycare & preschools with 1,944 parent reviews averaging 4.35/5.58 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 52% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 76123 (avg 5 stars), while 76109 has the largest selection (12 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Fort Worth

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

    5330 Columbus Trl, Fort Worth, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 182 children

    Parents universally praise Primrose School of Columbus Trail for its caring, passionate staff who create a warm, nurturing environment. Children show strong development and learning, and parents feel confident their kids are loved and well-cared for. The center is noted for clear communication, reliable operations, and educational curriculum.

    Caring and passionate staffwelcoming environmentstrong teacher-child relationshipseducational curriculum
  2. 2

    5216 Helmick Ave, Fort Worth, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    TOTS HAVEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the staff's dedication, individualized attention, and child development outcomes. Parents consistently highlight the caring environment, academic instruction, and Christian values taught at the center. Multiple reviewers note significant improvements in their children's learning and behavior since attending.

    caring and loving staffindividualized attentionstrong academic instructionbilingual learning (English/Spanish)
  3. 3

    2909 Horton Rd, Fort Worth, TX · Church Daycare · Capacity: 37 children

    Higher Praise Family Church DBA Purpose Academy is a religious facility in Fort Worth that receives consistent praise from visitors and members. Parents and attendees highlight the welcoming, family-oriented environment, quality biblical teaching, and spiritual growth opportunities. The church is noted for its warm community and engaging worship experience.

    welcoming and loving environmentstrong biblical teachingfamily-oriented atmospherespiritual growth
  4. 4

    2941 S Precinct Line Rd, Fort Worth, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 58 children

    Unable to provide summary. The reviews provided are for Master's Barbershop in Fort Worth, not ASTROTOTS Academy & Daycare. The Google listing shows 0 reviews for the daycare center.

    None - reviews are not for this daycare
  5. 5
    Little Tyke Brentwood
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    6913 Brentwood Stair Rd, Fort Worth, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 110 children

    Little Tyke Brentwood receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional staff care, smooth transitions for children, strong communication, and a family-oriented environment.

    Caring and attentive staffparticularly Ms. Shay who is frequently mentionedwarm and welcoming atmosphereexcellent communication between teachers and families
  6. 6
    Primrose School
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    3125 Eagle Ranch Blvd, Fort Worth, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 220 children

    Primrose School at Eagle Ranch in Fort Worth consistently receives 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, engaged staff and significant developmental progress children make. Parents highlight the warm, family-like environment, clean facilities, and structured curriculum as key strengths. Families report feeling confident and supported, with many choosing to stay long-term.

    Caring and engaged teacherssignificant developmental progress in speech and emoti
  7. 7

    7451 Parkwood Hill Blvd, Fort Worth, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 190 children

    Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Parkwood Hill for its caring, experienced staff and warm, nurturing environment. Children show significant developmental progress across all age groups, with parents noting improvements in potty training, social skills, and academic readiness. Parents report feeling confident their children are safe, well-loved, and receiving high-quality education.

    Caring and patient teacherswarm and welcoming environmentstrong developmental progressexcellent communication with daily updates and photos
  8. 8

    4805 Arborlawn Dr, Fort Worth, TX · Church Daycare · Capacity: 200 children

    Note: The reviews provided are for Doxology Bible Church, not the daycare center listed. Based on church reviews, attendees praise the welcoming community, biblically sound teaching, and engaging worship experience across multiple service styles and age groups.

    Welcoming and inclusive atmospherebiblically sound sermonsstrong community and sense of belongingexcellent pastoral care and leadership
  9. 9
    Light Of The World
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    8750 Old Denton Rd, Fort Worth, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 157 children

    Light of the World is a church-based daycare center in Fort Worth with a 4.8/5 Google rating. Parents praise the center for its intentional care, prioritization of safety, and integrated academic and spiritual instruction based on biblical teachings. Families report feeling welcomed and appreciate the partnership between staff and parents in their children's development.

    Safety prioritizedgenuine care and investment in childrenacademic instructionbiblical and spiritual teaching
  10. 10
    Temple Days
    4.6 score
    4.8(15)

    6816 Randol Mill Rd, Fort Worth, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 181 children

    Temple Days receives consistently excellent reviews with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the caring, engaged staff who create a family-like environment where children are excited to attend. The center emphasizes child development, safety, daily communication with families, and Christian values.

    Caring and loving staffconsistent familiar facesengaging activitieschild development focus (sign language

Rating Distribution

Based on 111 daycares with Google ratings in Fort Worth

4.5 - 5.0
58
4.0 - 4.4
34
3.0 - 3.9
15
Below 3
4

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 1,944 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Caring and attentive staff
17
2Clean facility
16
3Affordable pricing
15
4Welcoming environment
13
5Safe environment
10
6Welcoming atmosphere
9
7Children excited to attend
8
8Strong teacher-child relationships
7

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Fort Worth zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
761236
5
2
7610912
4.86
5
761776
4.7
1
761799
4.65
2
7611611
4.63
3
7610712
4.63
5
7610510
4.56
4
7613110
4.5
1
7610210
4.45
3
761349
4.44
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Fort Worth (10–322 children)

Small

up to 30 children

9

Medium

31–75 children

76

Large

76–150 children

100

Very Large

150+ children

44

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Fort Worth based on parent reviews

Primrose School Of Columbus Trail

5(20)

5330 Columbus Trl, Fort Worth, TX

Parents universally praise Primrose School of Columbus Trail for its caring, passionate staff who create a warm, nurturing environment. Children show strong development and learning, and parents feel confident their kids are loved and well-cared for. The center is noted for clear communication, reliable operations, and educational curriculum.

Caring and passionate staffwelcoming environmentstrong teacher-child relationships

Tots Haven Christian Academy

5(19)

5216 Helmick Ave, Fort Worth, TX

TOTS HAVEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the staff's dedication, individualized attention, and child development outcomes. Parents consistently highlight the caring environment, academic instruction, and Christian values taught at the center. Multiple reviewers note significant improvements in their children's learning and behavior since attending.

caring and loving staffindividualized attentionstrong academic instruction

Astrotots Academy & Daycare

4.9(20)

2941 S Precinct Line Rd, Fort Worth, TX

Unable to provide summary. The reviews provided are for Master's Barbershop in Fort Worth, not ASTROTOTS Academy & Daycare. The Google listing shows 0 reviews for the daycare center.

None - reviews are not for this daycare

Little Tyke Brentwood

4.8(20)

6913 Brentwood Stair Rd, Fort Worth, TX

Little Tyke Brentwood receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional staff care, smooth transitions for children, strong communication, and a family-oriented environment.

Caring and attentive staffparticularly Ms. Shay who is frequently mentionedwarm and welcoming atmosphere

Primrose School

4.8(20)

3125 Eagle Ranch Blvd, Fort Worth, TX

Primrose School at Eagle Ranch in Fort Worth consistently receives 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, engaged staff and significant developmental progress children make. Parents highlight the warm, family-like environment, clean facilities, and structured curriculum as key strengths. Families report feeling confident and supported, with many choosing to stay long-term.

Caring and engaged teacherssignificant developmental progress in speech and emoti

Primrose School Of Parkwood Hill

4.8(20)

7451 Parkwood Hill Blvd, Fort Worth, TX

Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Parkwood Hill for its caring, experienced staff and warm, nurturing environment. Children show significant developmental progress across all age groups, with parents noting improvements in potty training, social skills, and academic readiness. Parents report feeling confident their children are safe, well-loved, and receiving high-quality education.

Caring and patient teacherswarm and welcoming environmentstrong developmental progress

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Fort Worth, Texas

Fort Worth offers a diverse landscape of childcare options, ranging from large community centers to specialized Montessori programs. Parents frequently highlight the combination of attentive staff, clean environments, and affordable pricing as key factors in their satisfaction. For those seeking high-quality care, the 76109 zip code stands out as a neighborhood with consistently strong performance across its local facilities.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Fort Worth have an average rating of 4.35 out of 5 across 111 rated facilities, with 52% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.73 stars. Our analysis covers 1,944 parent reviews. Parents in Fort Worth most frequently praise daycares for caring and attentive staff, clean facility, and affordable pricing.

When choosing a daycare in Fort Worth, 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 Fort Worth

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La Petite Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

La Petite Academy in Fort Worth receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all 10 recent reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, live camera access to monitor children, extended hours, and the strong bonds teachers form with students. Multiple parents express high satisfaction and recommend the center to others.

Caring and attentive stafflive camera access to monitor children throughout the dayextended hours (6:30am-6:30pm)
Address
8603 Normandale St, Fort Worth, TX
Phone
(817) 244-7970
The Childrens Courtyard
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise The Children's Courtyard for its nurturing, supportive environment and caring staff who treat children as their own. The facility is noted for excellent communication, live camera access, and strong leadership that makes families feel secure and supported throughout their childcare journey. Multiple long-term families express deep gratitude and loyalty to the center.

Caring and attentive staffstrong communication with parentslive camera access and daily updates
Address
901 E Harmon Rd, Fort Worth, TX
Phone
(817) 306-1634
Childrens Lighthouse-Alta Vista
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Children's Lighthouse-Alta Vista as an exceptional daycare with a family-like atmosphere, caring staff, and strong educational curriculum. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and develop meaningful relationships with teachers. Parents appreciate the communication, cleanliness, and engaging activities offered.

Caring and welcoming staffstrong academic instructiondaily communication with parents
Address
11845 Alta Vista Rd, Fort Worth, TX
Phone
(817) 337-4000
La Petite Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

La Petite Academy in Fort Worth receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, particularly Director Paulene Carr, and highlight the facility's inclusive environment, educational programs, and real-time camera access. Parents report significant developmental growth in their children across social, academic, and emotional domains. All reviews are 5-star ratings with no negative feedback.

caring and attentive staffsupportive directo
Address
5432 Basswood Blvd, Fort Worth, TX
Phone
(817) 281-7778
Ridglea Hills-Westside Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6817 Cumberland Rd, Fort Worth, TX
Phone
(817) 825-5990
La Petite Academy INC
Child Daycare & Preschools

La Petite Academy in Fort Worth receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings praising the caring staff, nurturing environment, and strong focus on child development and learning. Parents highlight the director Misty and teachers like Ms. Zoya and Ms. Joy for their dedication, patience, and genuine care.

caring and patient staffchild and family-centered approachsafe and nurturing environment
Address
1300 W Everman Pkwy, Fort Worth, TX
Phone
(817) 568-1006
Kindercare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

KinderCare Learning Center in Fort Worth receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and patient staff, welcoming atmosphere, and positive developmental progress in their children. Families appreciate the strong teacher-child relationships and sense of community at the center.

Caring and patient teacherswelcoming staffchild development and learning progress
Address
6017 Westcreek Dr, Fort Worth, TX
Phone
(817) 292-7281
Spanish Schoolhouse - Fort Worth
Child Daycare & Preschools

Spanish Schoolhouse Fort Worth receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and effective Spanish language instruction. Parents report significant child development gains, a warm family-like atmosphere, and high-quality academic preparation for kindergarten.

Caring and genuinely invested teacherseffective Spanish language instructionindividualized attention
Address
6201 Sunset Dr, Fort Worth, TX
Phone
(817) 631-3820
Kids Place - Cook Childrens & Harris Methodist
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
901 Southland Ave, Fort Worth, TX
Phone
(817) 335-2755
Chapel Hill Academy - Clayton
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4640 Sycamore School Rd, Fort Worth, TX
Phone
(817) 923-9888
Childrens Courtyard
Child Daycare & Preschools

Children's Courtyard in Fort Worth receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and safe, nurturing environment. Parents highlight strong communication through daily updates and live cameras, quality curriculum, and smooth transitions between classrooms. Multiple reviewers report feeling confident leaving their children in the center's care.

Caring and attentive staffexperienced teachers with patiencestrong parent-teacher communication
Address
8701 S Hulen St, Fort Worth, TX
Phone
(817) 370-5544
University United Methodist Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2416 W Berry St, Fort Worth, TX
Phone
(817) 926-8706

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Frequently asked questions

There are 162 child daycare & preschools daycares in Fort Worth, Texas, out of 230 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 Fort Worth have an average Google rating of 4.35 out of 5 across 111 rated facilities. About 52% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Fort Worth, 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
Fort Worth offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 162 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 13 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 6 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 49 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 Fort Worth for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Fort Worth 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.
The 76109 zip code is the best-rated area, averaging 4.88 stars across 9 facilities, making it a top choice for parents prioritizing high ratings.
There are 162 total facilities listed in Fort Worth, with 95 of them having Google ratings and 46 achieving a rating of 4.5 stars or higher.
Parents most frequently mention caring and attentive staff, affordable pricing, and clean facilities as the primary reasons for their positive experiences.