How do I choose the right daycare in Gainesville?

When choosing a daycare in Gainesville, 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

Child Daycare & Preschools in Gainesville, Texas (3 Results)

Q: What types of daycare are available in Gainesville?

Gainesville offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 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.

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Texas?

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 Gainesville for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Gainesville

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.

Lil Leopards Learning Ladder

4.28 score

4.4(12)

1 Edison Dr, Gainesville, TX · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 124 children

Lil Leopards Learning Ladder receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring, dedicated staff, child development and learning outcomes, and the warm, family-like environment. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and flourishing at this school-based daycare.

Loving and attentive staffstaff responsiveness to parent concernsclean facilitystrong child development and learning

Lighthouse Preschool

4.18 score

4.3(8)

308 E Broadway St, Gainesville, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 80 children

Lighthouse Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring and professional staff, clean facility, and children's enthusiasm for attending. However, one parent reported frequent complaints from staff about their toddler's typical age-appropriate behavior, which disrupted their work.

Professional and caring staffclean and well-maintained facilitychildren excited to attendstrong preschool program

Claude Jones Memorial Day Nursery

3.74 score

3.6(9)

513 W Broadway St, Gainesville, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 98 children

Claude Jones Memorial Day Nursery receives polarized reviews, with strong praise from some parents for cleanliness, organization, and caring staff, but serious concerns from others regarding staff preparedness for children with behavioral or developmental needs, inconsistent communication, and alleged unprofessional conduct.

Clean and well-maintained facilityorganized operationscaring and welcoming staff (particularly noted staff members Amy and Heather)afforda

Child Daycare & Preschools in Gainesville, Texas

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Gainesville, Texas, making up 75% of the 4 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 Gainesville, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Gainesville, Texas, out of 4 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 Gainesville, 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

Gainesville offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 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 Gainesville for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Gainesville 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.

3 Child Daycare & Preschools in Gainesville, Texas

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Gainesville

Top Rated

Lighthouse Preschool

Learning Tree

Claude Jones Memorial Day Nursery

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Daycare types in Gainesville