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791 Child Daycare & Preschools in Houston, Texas

Browse all 791 child daycare & preschools in Houston, Texas. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Houston

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
    Loving Family Daycare
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    9437 Highway 6 S, Houston, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 42 children

    Loving Family Daycare receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the staff's expertise, warmth, and genuine care. Parents appreciate the family-like environment, professional communication through daily photos/videos, and developmental progress their children make. The facility is described as clean, reasonably priced, and offering services like transportation and flexible meal options.

    Knowledgeable and caring stafffamily-like atmosphereprofessional daily communication with photos/videosclean facility
  2. 2

    14901 Welcome Ln, Houston, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 91 children

    Northwood Montessori School is an AMI-accredited Montessori center in Houston with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the authenticity of the Montessori approach, well-trained staff, thoughtfully prepared environment, and significant developmental progress in their children.

    AMI accreditation and trained teacherscalm and nurturing environmentfocus on independence and confidencestrong teacher-student ratios
  3. 3

    1709 Depelchin St, Houston, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children

    Parents consistently praise Small Steps as a trustworthy daycare with friendly staff and quality education. Families appreciate the affordability, cleanliness, and welcoming environment, with children enjoying attending the center.

    Friendly and great teachersaffordable pricingquality educationclean facility
  4. 4
    Little Stars Academy
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    17214 Red Oak Dr, Houston, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 88 children

    The Learners Nest Academy receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the director Mrs. Eboni and staff for providing exceptional care, individualized attention, and structured learning. Parents consistently highlight the professional, warm, and engaged teaching staff, strong communication, and safe environment. Children reportedly learn significantly and enjoy attending daily.

    Highly trained and caring staffstrong leadership by director Mrs. Ebonistructured curriculum with age-appropriate learningexcellent daily communication with parents (updates
  5. 5

    7424 Fairbanks N Houston Rd, Houston, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 74 children

    Laugh N' Discover Early Learning Center receives universally positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and professional staff, engaging play-based curriculum, clean environment, and significant developmental progress in their children across academic, social, and emotional areas.

    Patient and dedicated staffregular parent communicationclean and spacious facilityplay-based learning approach
  6. 6

    3100 Hillcroft St, Houston, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children

    My Children's Choice Academy receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring staff, welcoming environment, and strong communication. Parents report their children are happy and eager to attend, with staff members respecting individual feeding and care plans. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and accommodating to various work schedules.

    caring and attentive staffdaily photos and updates providedchildren happy and eager to attendclean and beautiful facility
  7. 7
    D.D.T Academy LLC
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    2720 Westerland Dr, Houston, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 33 children

    D.D.T Academy LLC receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents surveyed. Parents consistently praise the caring, attentive staff who treat children like their own, the clean and safe facility, excellent communication, and their children's enthusiasm about attending. Children show measurable developmental progress academically, socially, and emotionally.

    Caring and professional staffOwner Ms. Abby actively presentClean and well-organized facilitySafe environment
  8. 8

    8021 Antoine Dr, Houston, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 132 children

    Parents consistently praise Discovering Me Academy for its welcoming, professional staff, clean facility, and nurturing environment that supports child development. Multiple reviewers report significant developmental progress in their children and appreciate the communication app that keeps them updated daily. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting affordability and personalized care.

    Professional and caring staffclean facilitystrong child development outcomesdaily communication app with photos and updates
  9. 9

    8702 Lipan Rd, Houston, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

    Blossom Heights is a highly regarded play-based preschool in Houston known for its outdoor-focused curriculum and child-centered philosophy. Parents consistently praise the staff's dedication, the magical learning environment, and the school's emphasis on exploration and social-emotional development. Multiple families have chosen to stay enrolled for several years and recommend it as the best childcare option in the area.

    Play-based learningextensive outdoor timechild-centered approachrespectful teaching staff
  10. 10

    5200 Willowbend Blvd, Houston, TX · Church Daycare · Capacity: 135 children

    Westbury Methodist Day School receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with 10 five-star reviews praising the caring, engaged teachers and play-based learning approach. Parents highlight the school's nurturing environment, strong child development outcomes, and well-organized leadership under Director Mrs. Joseph. Families report high satisfaction whether children attend for one year or multiple years.

    Caring and engaged teachersplay-based learning approachstrong communication with parentsvariety of activities (music

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Houston based on parent reviews

Loving Family Daycare

5(20)

9437 Highway 6 S, Houston, TX

Loving Family Daycare receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the staff's expertise, warmth, and genuine care. Parents appreciate the family-like environment, professional communication through daily photos/videos, and developmental progress their children make. The facility is described as clean, reasonably priced, and offering services like transportation and flexible meal options.

Knowledgeable and caring stafffamily-like atmosphereprofessional daily communication with photos/videos

Northwood Montessori School

5(20)

14901 Welcome Ln, Houston, TX

Northwood Montessori School is an AMI-accredited Montessori center in Houston with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the authenticity of the Montessori approach, well-trained staff, thoughtfully prepared environment, and significant developmental progress in their children.

AMI accreditation and trained teacherscalm and nurturing environmentfocus on independence and confidence

Ymca After School@Small Steps #1

5(20)

1709 Depelchin St, Houston, TX

Parents consistently praise Small Steps as a trustworthy daycare with friendly staff and quality education. Families appreciate the affordability, cleanliness, and welcoming environment, with children enjoying attending the center.

Friendly and great teachersaffordable pricingquality education

Little Stars Academy

5(20)

17214 Red Oak Dr, Houston, TX

The Learners Nest Academy receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the director Mrs. Eboni and staff for providing exceptional care, individualized attention, and structured learning. Parents consistently highlight the professional, warm, and engaged teaching staff, strong communication, and safe environment. Children reportedly learn significantly and enjoy attending daily.

Highly trained and caring staffstrong leadership by director Mrs. Ebonistructured curriculum with age-appropriate learning

Laugh N' Discover Early Learning Center

5(20)

7424 Fairbanks N Houston Rd, Houston, TX

Laugh N' Discover Early Learning Center receives universally positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and professional staff, engaging play-based curriculum, clean environment, and significant developmental progress in their children across academic, social, and emotional areas.

Patient and dedicated staffregular parent communicationclean and spacious facility

My Children'S Choice Academy

5(20)

3100 Hillcroft St, Houston, TX

My Children's Choice Academy receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring staff, welcoming environment, and strong communication. Parents report their children are happy and eager to attend, with staff members respecting individual feeding and care plans. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and accommodating to various work schedules.

caring and attentive staffdaily photos and updates providedchildren happy and eager to attend

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Houston, Texas

There are 791 child daycare & preschools in Houston, Texas, making up 82% of the 959 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 Houston, 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 Houston

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Loving Family Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Loving Family Daycare receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the staff's expertise, warmth, and genuine care. Parents appreciate the family-like environment, professional communication through daily photos/videos, and developmental progress their children make. The facility is described as clean, reasonably priced, and offering services like transportation and flexible meal options.

Knowledgeable and caring stafffamily-like atmosphereprofessional daily communication with photos/videos
Address
9437 Highway 6 S, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 988-0809
Christian Musical Bilingual Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
14649 Beechnut St, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 988-6723
Play Palace
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4814 1/2 Anderson Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 433-0797
The Adventure School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

The Adventure School receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents who praise the caring, loving staff and engaging curriculum. Parents consistently report their children are happy, excited to attend, and experience meaningful learning through thoughtfully planned activities and special events.

Warm and caring teachers and staffengaging curriculum and activitiesspecial events (Halloween Trunk-or-Treat
Address
10555 Spring Cypress Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 257-7862
Northwood Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Northwood Montessori School is an AMI-accredited Montessori center in Houston with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the authenticity of the Montessori approach, well-trained staff, thoughtfully prepared environment, and significant developmental progress in their children.

AMI accreditation and trained teacherscalm and nurturing environmentfocus on independence and confidence
Address
14901 Welcome Ln, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 444-9433
Precious Moments Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
11944 Veterans Memorial Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 893-5757
The Woods Private School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise The Woods Private School for its caring, dedicated staff and welcoming family-like environment. Reviewers highlight strong academic education combined with emphasis on creativity, play, and character development, with children showing growth in confidence and independence. Multiple families report high satisfaction across different grade levels and locations.

Caring and dedicated teachersfamily-like atmospherestrong academics
Address
15002 Lakewood Forest Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 370-8576
Klever Kids Learning Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
14503 Bammel North Houston Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 880-5400
Clear Lake Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Clear Lake Montessori School receives consistently high praise from parents for its nurturing Montessori environment, patient teachers, and strong focus on child development. Parents highlight the small class sizes, individualized attention, and well-organized facilities that support learning and independence. The school fosters a warm community atmosphere where children feel safe and excited to attend.

Patient and attentive teacherssmall class sizesMontessori approach with hands-on learning
Address
2486 Falcon Pass Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(832) 492-8199
Immaculate Kids Childcare & Academy II
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4302 Delhi St, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 694-1229
Little Stoltens
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
15635 Jacintoport Blvd, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 860-4983
Holy Trinity Methodist Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
13207 Orleans St, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 453-7212
Triumph Christian Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4740a W Orem Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 433-0003
St. Cuthbert Episcopal Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

St. Cuthbert Episcopal Preschool receives consistently excellent reviews from parents. Staff are described as friendly, welcoming, and loving, with strong communication from administration. Parents highlight academic progress, engaging activities, and a family-like atmosphere.

Friendly and welcoming teacherssupportive administrative staffstrong academics
Address
17020 West Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 463-1912
Bonne Vie School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4711 Ingersoll St, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 850-1803
Bear Creek Umc School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Bear Creek UMC School is highly praised by parents as a caring, loving preschool with attentive staff and teachers who genuinely invest in children's development. Parents highlight the small community feel, affordable pricing, academic and social-emotional learning, and flexible scheduling options. Multiple parents describe it as a hidden gem that gives children a strong foundation for elementary school.

Caring and loving staffsmall class sizesaffordable pricing
Address
16000 Rippling Water Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 463-2969
Academy Of Little Scholars
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
8802 W Montgomery Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 820-3332
Redeemer'S Christian Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
13406 Beechnut St, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 988-6677
His Kids Weekday Preschool West
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
19449 Katy Fwy, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 365-3401
The Yellow School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
11612 Memorial Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 784-0820
Spring Woods Christian Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1711 F M 1960 W, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 893-2241
Annointed Christian Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
13837 Longview St, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 330-3112
Esperanza Heights
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
429 Heights Blvd, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 868-2200
Kollege 4 Kidz Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
9999 W Montgomery Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 447-5439
Ymca After School@Small Steps #1
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Small Steps as a trustworthy daycare with friendly staff and quality education. Families appreciate the affordability, cleanliness, and welcoming environment, with children enjoying attending the center.

Friendly and great teachersaffordable pricingquality education
Address
1709 Depelchin St, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 692-3457
Blossom Heights Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Blossom Heights is a highly regarded play-based preschool in Houston known for its outdoor-focused curriculum and child-centered philosophy. Parents consistently praise the staff's dedication, the magical learning environment, and the school's emphasis on exploration and social-emotional development. Multiple families have chosen to stay enrolled for several years and recommend it as the best childcare option in the area.

Play-based learningextensive outdoor timechild-centered approach
Address
8702 Lipan Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 780-8702
Becker Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Becker Early Childhood Center receives universal praise from parents for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Parents highlight the school's focus on whole-child development, including academics and emotional learning, with low staff turnover and strong parent communication. Families report high satisfaction, with some willing to travel significant distances to maintain enrollment.

Friendly and caring stafflow teacher turnoverindividualized attention to each child
Address
1500 Sunset Blvd, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 535-6400
Kids Creche
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Kids Creche as an excellent daycare and pre-school facility in Houston. Staff members are described as caring, loving, and treating families like their own, creating a safe and nurturing environment. The center offers creative activities and maintains a clean, organized space.

Caring and loving staffsafe environmentfamily-oriented approach
Address
13180 Westpark Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(832) 672-8907
Westfield Christian Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
717b Dunson Glen Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 537-8385
Loving Care Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2822 Toyah Ave, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 590-5244

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Frequently asked questions

There are 791 child daycare & preschools daycares in Houston, Texas, out of 959 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 Houston, 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
Houston offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 791 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 58 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 25 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 85 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 Houston for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Houston 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.