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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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Westwood Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1822 Sherwood Forest St, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 465-4654
Poe Nursery School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5100 Hazard St, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 535-3794
Amviet Learning Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
7419 S Kirkwood Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(832) 661-7430
Kipp Northeast Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9614 Mesa Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(832) 328-1051
St Mark Lutheran School Extended Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1515 Hillendahl Blvd, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 468-1492
Texas Kids Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Texas Kids Learning Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring staff—particularly Ms. Toni, Ms. Martha, Ms. Esther, and Ms. Llare—and report that their children are happy, well-cared-for, and treated like family members.

Caring and friendly staffchildren enjoy attendingclean facility
Address
5431 Barker Cypress Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 855-0077
Cookies N Cream Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3322 Yellowstone Blvd, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 842-1021
Johnson Elem Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5801 Hamill Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(832) 484-9622
Kiddie Village Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
11959 Bissonnet St, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 564-6595
Kids Town Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
12222 Bissonnet St, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 495-5008
Montessori Learning Institute
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5812 Maple St, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 774-3793
Tiger'S Den Martial Arts & Fitness Clear Lake, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools

Tiger's Den Clear Lake receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the quality of care, skilled instructors, and structured environment. Parents report significant improvements in their children's behavior, self-discipline, confidence, and social skills. The staff is noted for being professional, attentive, and treating families with genuine care.

High-quality careskilled and professional staffstructured discipline and respect-building
Address
915 Oakgrove Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 480-2222
Ymca Children'S Academy @ Hcc
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3214 Austin St, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 718-6563
Kids R Kids #35
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
16325 W Lake Houston Pkwy, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 454-4244
Eboni'S Childcare & Learning Institute
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9405 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 485-4852
Dominion Lifestyle Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
14030 Beechnut St, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 606-2780
Montessori Country Day School #3
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5116 Caroline St, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 521-0979
Kipp Bellaire Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6700 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, TX
Phone
(832) 328-1051
Cypress Ridge High School Infant Toddler
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
7900 N Eldridge Pkwy, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 807-8985
The Little Schoolhouse
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
11338 Tower Oaks Blvd, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 469-4282
Brookhollow Christian Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5725 Queenston Blvd, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 649-6813
Kindercare
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise the Brimhurst KinderCare location in Houston for its dedicated, loving staff and strong educational programs. Children show measurable developmental progress in academics, social skills, and emotional growth. The facility maintains clean, safe environments with excellent parent communication and responsive management.

Dedicated and caring staffstrong curriculum balancing academics and social-emotional developmentclean and safe facilities
Address
1407 Parkway Plaza Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 531-1407
St Catherines Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9821 Timberside Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 665-2195
My Country Clubhouse
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6720 Chimney Rock Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 669-9286
Changed Christian Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1319 W Mount Houston Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 847-2299
Kindercare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Sharpstown KinderCare for its caring, attentive staff and structured educational programs across all age groups. The center is noted for affordable pricing, extended hours (6:30am-6:30pm), regular photo/video updates via app, and special activities that enhance the childcare experience. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and express strong satisfaction with the quality of care and genuine relationships formed with staff.

Attentive and caring teachersstructured educational curriculumaffordable pricing
Address
6767 Rookin St, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 774-9711
Excel Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6018 Fairdale Ln, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 783-7490
Wheeler Avenue Infant School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3810 Ruth St, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 579-2792
Kindercare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Copperfield KinderCare for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Children show significant developmental progress and genuinely enjoy attending. Communication through daily photos and videos, along with strong leadership from directors, are frequently highlighted.

Caring and attentive staffstrong communication via app with daily pictures/videosstructured curriculum
Address
18035 Forest Heights Dr, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 463-2454
Kids R Kids Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Kids R Kids Learning Academy of West Houston for its nurturing, safe environment and highly professional staff. Multiple families report their children flourished academically and socially over years of attendance, with long-term loyalty to the center. The facility is noted for strong educational focus, clear parent communication, and genuine care from teachers and leadership.

Caring and professional staffclean and safe classroomsnurtu
Address
6020 N Eldridge Pkwy, Houston, TX
Phone
(713) 466-3310

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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.