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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Hillsboro, TX

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Hillsboro. Average rating: 4.5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Hillsboro, Texas at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.5/5
Parent reviews
30
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Hillsboro has 3 licensed child daycare & preschools with 30 parent reviews averaging 4.5/5.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Hillsboro

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
    Eagles Nest Early Learning Center
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    103 Country Club Rd, Hillsboro, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children

    Eagles Nest Early Learning Center in Hillsboro receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the owner Deb Tamez and her staff for creating a child-centered, nature-based learning environment. Parents report their children made significant academic and developmental progress, felt safe and cared for, and genuinely enjoyed attending.

    Child-centered curriculumnature-based learninghands-on play-based educationexperienced and passionate owner/staff
  2. 2
    Hillsboro Head Start Cdc
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    804 Thomas St, Hillsboro, TX · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 60 children

    Parents consistently praise Hillsboro Head Start CDC for its excellent teaching quality and well-maintained facilities. Teachers are described as loving, respectful, and communicative with parents about their children's progress. Children show strong learning outcomes and parents express satisfaction with the school.

    Excellent teachingloving teachersrespectful staffgood communication with parents

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Hillsboro

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.33avg rating
3 daycares · 3 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Hillsboro (45–62 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Hillsboro based on parent reviews

Eagles Nest Early Learning Center

5(20)

103 Country Club Rd, Hillsboro, TX

Eagles Nest Early Learning Center in Hillsboro receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the owner Deb Tamez and her staff for creating a child-centered, nature-based learning environment. Parents report their children made significant academic and developmental progress, felt safe and cared for, and genuinely enjoyed attending.

Child-centered curriculumnature-based learninghands-on play-based education

Candy'S Kids

5(4)

1945 Old Brandon Rd, Hillsboro, TX

Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, balanced meals, and engaging curriculum, including sign language instruction. Reviewers appreciate the staff's individualized attention and communication, noting that children often appear advanced for their age.

clean facilitybalanced mealslearning curriculum

Tammys Learning Center

3(1)

313 S Waco St, Hillsboro, TX

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Daycare types in Hillsboro

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Headstart Programs 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Hillsboro, Texas

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Hillsboro, 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Hillsboro have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 30 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Hillsboro, 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 Hillsboro

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Eagles Nest Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Eagles Nest Early Learning Center in Hillsboro receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the owner Deb Tamez and her staff for creating a child-centered, nature-based learning environment. Parents report their children made significant academic and developmental progress, felt safe and cared for, and genuinely enjoyed attending.

Child-centered curriculumnature-based learninghands-on play-based education
Address
103 Country Club Rd, Hillsboro, TX
Phone
(254) 582-4130
Candy'S Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, balanced meals, and engaging curriculum, including sign language instruction. Reviewers appreciate the staff's individualized attention and communication, noting that children often appear advanced for their age.

clean facilitybalanced mealslearning curriculum
Address
1945 Old Brandon Rd, Hillsboro, TX
Phone
(254) 580-2766
Tammys Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
313 S Waco St, Hillsboro, TX
Phone
(254) 582-5166

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Hillsboro, Texas, out of 4 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 Hillsboro have an average Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 75% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Hillsboro, 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
Hillsboro offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 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 Hillsboro for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Hillsboro 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.