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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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Bethany Christian School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3223 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 524-0092
Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool And Kindergarten, Houston
Child Daycare & Preschools

Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool and Kindergarten receives consistently positive feedback from parents. The bilingual curriculum combining English and Mandarin Chinese, combined with character education and engaging activities, creates a learning environment where children are enthusiastic about attending school. Parents praise the caring teachers, clean facilities, and diverse programming including summer camps.

Bilingual education (English and Mandarin Chinese)character education curriculumcaring and patient teachers
Address
6200 Corporate Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 395-0303
Kids Kottage
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3810 Waldo St, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 952-9012
La Petite Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise La Petite Academy Houston for its caring, attentive staff, clean facility, and strong communication with families. Children reportedly transition well, develop strong social skills, and parents appreciate security features and daily activity updates. Staff members are noted for going above and beyond, with leadership particularly praised for their dedication.

Caring and kind staffclean facilityexcellent communication (photos/updates/daily sheets)
Address
225 Benmar Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 875-3113
Torah Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
10900 Fondren Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 777-2000
Southmore Kiddie Kollege
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3201 Southmore Blvd, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 523-7537
Sonlight School And Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
12330 Perry Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 890-8813
Kinder Care No 1323
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Clear Lake KinderCare for exceptional staff care, educational programming, and family engagement. Children show early development gains in academics and communication, and parents report feeling confident in their children's safety and well-being. The facility is noted for cleanliness, organization, and treating families like their own.

Caring and attentive staffstrong educational curriculumearly childhood development outcomes
Address
14777 El Camino Real, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 480-4777
Ymca Afterschool @ Wilson Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2100 Yupon St, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 659-8501
Fallbrook Community Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
12512 Walters Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 444-6198
Jp Morgan Chase Backup Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise this JP Morgan Chase employee benefit daycare for excellent, loving care and strong curriculum. Teachers are described as caring and hands-on, with Director Maria ensuring high quality standards and appropriate child-to-teacher ratios. Daily communication and progress updates help parents feel confident in their children's development and safety.

Caring and loving staffstrong curriculumlow child-to-teacher ratios
Address
1010 Witte Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 262-1940
Rice Children'S Campus
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5504 Chaucer Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 348-5437
S.T.E.M. Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5434 Reed Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 724-5486
World Of Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
13726 Almeda Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 433-2465
Ascension Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Ascension Child Development Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents and students. Families praise the small class sizes, dedicated and caring staff, and strong sense of community. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially, with parents noting significant academic progress and personal growth.

small class sizescaring and professional teachersstrong community atmosphere
Address
2525 Seagler Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 783-0260
Garden Oaks Christian Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4926 N Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 694-8679
Wilchester Ymca Afterschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
13618 Saint Marys Ln, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 467-9622
Master Jiu - Jistu Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
12260 Gulf Fwy, Houston, TX
Phone
(832) 668-5626
The Imani School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
12401 S Post Oak Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 723-0616
Cypress Creek High School Lab
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9815 Grant Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 897-4255
Zl-Houston Roosevelt
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6700 Fulton St, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 988-9600
Kiddie Korner Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4507 Fountainhead Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 537-5437
Bethany Methodist Weekday School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3507 Linkwood Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 667-7155
Westminster Weekday Schools
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5801 San Felipe St, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 782-1344
Dimples A* Cat *A *Me Childcare & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
165 Zachary St, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 678-7865
Aama Sanchez High School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6001 Gulf Fwy, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 967-6700
Kids 'R' Kids #4
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KIDS 'R' KIDS #4 in Houston for its caring staff, safe environment, and quality education. Director Ms. Jeanette and teachers are frequently highlighted for their genuine dedication to children's development and wellbeing. Multiple parents report their children have thrived at the facility and continue attending for extended periods.

Caring and patient teachersstrong director leadership (Ms. Jeanette)safe environment
Address
10708 Ranchstone Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 807-0999
Cherish Children Learning Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
8721 Boone Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 988-9889
M.D. Anderson Family Ymca Early Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

This facility has received exclusively positive feedback with a perfect 5/5 rating across all reviews. However, the reviews appear to focus primarily on the YMCA gym and fitness facilities rather than the Early Child Development Center's childcare services specifically.

Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitiescommunity-oriented programs
Address
606 Moody St, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 692-3457
Langham Creek Child Care Lab
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
17610 Fm 529 Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 856-1458

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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.