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15 Child Daycare & Preschools in Leander, Texas

Browse all 15 child daycare & preschools in Leander, Texas. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Leander

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

    3429 Journey Pkwy, Leander, TX · Church Daycare · Capacity: 70 children

    Parents praise Journey Bible Fellowship as a welcoming, Bible-centered church community with strong spiritual teaching and genuine care for members. Reviews highlight the warm atmosphere, active children's ministry, and commitment to service both locally and globally. Multiple long-term members emphasize the transformative spiritual growth and sense of family within the congregation.

    Biblical teachingwelcoming communitystrong children's ministryspiritual growth
  2. 2
    Prep N Play Academy
    4.69 score
    5(11)

    1901 S Highway 183, Leander, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 34 children

    Prep N Play Academy receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the hands-on owners, experienced staff, and caring environment. Parents highlight the center's focus on child development, independence, kindness, and safety, with many families remaining enrolled for multiple years. The Montessori-based curriculum and strong communication are consistently commended.

    Experienced and caring staffhands-on owners (Jeff and Rochelle)clean and safe facilitiesMontessori curriculum
  3. 3

    2400 S Bagdad Rd, Leander, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 44 children

    Young Minds Montessori in Leander, Texas receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All nine reviews are 5-star ratings praising the Montessori curriculum, caring staff, child development outcomes, and welcoming environment. Parents report their children show significant academic, social, and emotional growth while attending with enthusiasm.

    Caring and experienced teachersstrong communication with parentsclean and spacious facilityMontessori curriculum with free play balance
  4. 4

    1781 Osage Dr, Leander, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 215 children

    Primrose School of Crystal Falls in Leander, Texas receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, experienced staff, nurturing environment, strong communication, educational activities, and family-like atmosphere that makes children feel safe and happy.

    Caring and experienced staffwarm and welcoming environmentstrong teacher-parent communicationregular photo updates via app
  5. 5
    Little Hugs Childcare LLC
    4.51 score
    4.7(13)

    11701 Old 2243 W, Leander, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children

    Little Hugs Childcare is highly regarded by parents for its caring, hands-on approach and child development focus. The owner Marci and her stable staff team are consistently praised for treating children with genuine love and going above and beyond in their care. Parents report strong academic progress, excellent cleanliness, and smooth transitions in areas like potty training.

    Caring and dedicated stafflow teacher turnoverowner actively present and accessiblecleanliness
  6. 6
    Good News Preschool
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    1610 E New Hope Dr, Leander, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

    Good News Preschool receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, patient teaching staff and effective play-based learning approach. Parents report their children are well-prepared for kindergarten, enjoy school, and experience significant improvements in adjustment and social development. Leadership is noted as responsive and genuinely invested in student wellbeing.

    Caring and patient teachersresponsive leadership (directors Tonya and Tracy)play-based learning curriculumchildren excited to attend school
  7. 7
    Stepping Stone School X
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    225 Block House Dr, Leander, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 289 children

    Stepping Stone School X in Leander receives consistently high praise from parents who describe a warm, nurturing environment with caring staff. Parents highlight strong teacher-child relationships, smooth transitions for new students, and visible developmental progress across all age groups. Children are reported to be eager to attend and reluctant to leave.

    Caring and attentive staffstrong communication with parentssmooth transition support for new studentsdevelopmental progress (potty training
  8. 8

    10820 E Crystal Falls Pkwy, Leander, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children

    Parents consistently praise Good Earth Farm School for its outdoor-focused, nature-based approach to early childhood education with caring, stable staff. Children show significant growth in independence, social-emotional skills, and confidence while spending most of the day playing outside with farm animals. The school is noted for competitive pricing, healthy included meals, strong community involvement, and creating genuinely excited students who love attending.

    Caring and attentive staff with low turnoveroutdoor and nature-focused curriculumfarm animals and beautiful groundssocial-emotional learning emphasis
  9. 9
    Childrens Garden
    4.22 score
    4.4(6)

    2100 S Bagdad Rd, Leander, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 57 children

    Children's Garden in Leander receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising the caring staff and family-like atmosphere. Most parents report their children are happy, engaged, and well-cared for. However, one parent had a negative experience regarding the school's handling of their child with ADHD and sensory processing disorder, resulting in dismissal without warning.

    Caring and loving teachersstrong teacher-child relationshipsopen communication with parentsfamily-oriented environment

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Leander based on parent reviews

Prep N Play Academy

5(11)

1901 S Highway 183, Leander, TX

Prep N Play Academy receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the hands-on owners, experienced staff, and caring environment. Parents highlight the center's focus on child development, independence, kindness, and safety, with many families remaining enrolled for multiple years. The Montessori-based curriculum and strong communication are consistently commended.

Experienced and caring staffhands-on owners (Jeff and Rochelle)clean and safe facilities

Young Minds Montessori Preschool

4.8(20)

2400 S Bagdad Rd, Leander, TX

Young Minds Montessori in Leander, Texas receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All nine reviews are 5-star ratings praising the Montessori curriculum, caring staff, child development outcomes, and welcoming environment. Parents report their children show significant academic, social, and emotional growth while attending with enthusiasm.

Caring and experienced teachersstrong communication with parentsclean and spacious facility

Primrose School Of Crystal Falls

4.7(20)

1781 Osage Dr, Leander, TX

Primrose School of Crystal Falls in Leander, Texas receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, experienced staff, nurturing environment, strong communication, educational activities, and family-like atmosphere that makes children feel safe and happy.

Caring and experienced staffwarm and welcoming environmentstrong teacher-parent communication

Little Hugs Childcare LLC

4.7(13)

11701 Old 2243 W, Leander, TX

Little Hugs Childcare is highly regarded by parents for its caring, hands-on approach and child development focus. The owner Marci and her stable staff team are consistently praised for treating children with genuine love and going above and beyond in their care. Parents report strong academic progress, excellent cleanliness, and smooth transitions in areas like potty training.

Caring and dedicated stafflow teacher turnoverowner actively present and accessible

Good News Preschool

5(5)

1610 E New Hope Dr, Leander, TX

Good News Preschool receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, patient teaching staff and effective play-based learning approach. Parents report their children are well-prepared for kindergarten, enjoy school, and experience significant improvements in adjustment and social development. Leadership is noted as responsive and genuinely invested in student wellbeing.

Caring and patient teachersresponsive leadership (directors Tonya and Tracy)play-based learning curriculum

Stepping Stone School X

4.5(20)

225 Block House Dr, Leander, TX

Stepping Stone School X in Leander receives consistently high praise from parents who describe a warm, nurturing environment with caring staff. Parents highlight strong teacher-child relationships, smooth transitions for new students, and visible developmental progress across all age groups. Children are reported to be eager to attend and reluctant to leave.

Caring and attentive staffstrong communication with parentssmooth transition support for new students

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Leander, Texas

There are 15 child daycare & preschools in Leander, Texas, making up 63% of the 24 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 Leander, 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 Leander

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Prep N Play Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Prep N Play Academy receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the hands-on owners, experienced staff, and caring environment. Parents highlight the center's focus on child development, independence, kindness, and safety, with many families remaining enrolled for multiple years. The Montessori-based curriculum and strong communication are consistently commended.

Experienced and caring staffhands-on owners (Jeff and Rochelle)clean and safe facilities
Address
1901 S Highway 183, Leander, TX
Phone
(512) 690-3201
Good News Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Good News Preschool receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, patient teaching staff and effective play-based learning approach. Parents report their children are well-prepared for kindergarten, enjoy school, and experience significant improvements in adjustment and social development. Leadership is noted as responsive and genuinely invested in student wellbeing.

Caring and patient teachersresponsive leadership (directors Tonya and Tracy)play-based learning curriculum
Address
1610 E New Hope Dr, Leander, TX
Phone
(512) 554-5501
Young Minds Montessori Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Young Minds Montessori in Leander, Texas receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All nine reviews are 5-star ratings praising the Montessori curriculum, caring staff, child development outcomes, and welcoming environment. Parents report their children show significant academic, social, and emotional growth while attending with enthusiasm.

Caring and experienced teachersstrong communication with parentsclean and spacious facility
Address
2400 S Bagdad Rd, Leander, TX
Phone
(512) 986-8778
Primrose School Of Crystal Falls
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Primrose School of Crystal Falls in Leander, Texas receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, experienced staff, nurturing environment, strong communication, educational activities, and family-like atmosphere that makes children feel safe and happy.

Caring and experienced staffwarm and welcoming environmentstrong teacher-parent communication
Address
1781 Osage Dr, Leander, TX
Phone
(512) 259-9600
Little Hugs Childcare LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Little Hugs Childcare is highly regarded by parents for its caring, hands-on approach and child development focus. The owner Marci and her stable staff team are consistently praised for treating children with genuine love and going above and beyond in their care. Parents report strong academic progress, excellent cleanliness, and smooth transitions in areas like potty training.

Caring and dedicated stafflow teacher turnoverowner actively present and accessible
Address
11701 Old 2243 W, Leander, TX
Phone
(512) 260-1000
Stepping Stone School X
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Stepping Stone School X in Leander receives consistently high praise from parents who describe a warm, nurturing environment with caring staff. Parents highlight strong teacher-child relationships, smooth transitions for new students, and visible developmental progress across all age groups. Children are reported to be eager to attend and reluctant to leave.

Caring and attentive staffstrong communication with parentssmooth transition support for new students
Address
225 Block House Dr, Leander, TX
Phone
(512) 259-3459
Childrens Garden
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Children's Garden in Leander receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising the caring staff and family-like atmosphere. Most parents report their children are happy, engaged, and well-cared for. However, one parent had a negative experience regarding the school's handling of their child with ADHD and sensory processing disorder, resulting in dismissal without warning.

Caring and loving teachersstrong teacher-child relationshipsopen communication with parents
Address
2100 S Bagdad Rd, Leander, TX
Phone
(512) 528-8031
The Good Earth Day School LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Good Earth Farm School for its outdoor-focused, nature-based approach to early childhood education with caring, stable staff. Children show significant growth in independence, social-emotional skills, and confidence while spending most of the day playing outside with farm animals. The school is noted for competitive pricing, healthy included meals, strong community involvement, and creating genuinely excited students who love attending.

Caring and attentive staff with low turnoveroutdoor and nature-focused curriculumfarm animals and beautiful grounds
Address
10820 E Crystal Falls Pkwy, Leander, TX
Phone
(512) 259-3922
Kingdom Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
805 Crystal Falls Pkwy, Leander, TX
Phone
(512) 260-6707
Ymca Camacho School Age Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
501 Municipal, Leander, TX
Phone
(512) 246-9622
Xplor Crystal Falls
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
906 Crystal Falls Pkwy, Leander, TX
Phone
(512) 528-1826
Acts Of Love Early Childhood Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
207 Sonny Dr, Leander, TX
Phone
(512) 528-9948
Goddard School
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Goddard School Leander for its nurturing, caring environment and skilled teachers who make learning enjoyable through play-based curriculum. All reviewers highlight strong staff-parent communication, child safety, and individual attention to each child's needs. Families report confidence in their children's preparation for kindergarten and appreciate the school's stability and low staff turnover.

Caring and dedicated teachersplay-based c
Address
1730 Union St, Leander, TX
Phone
(512) 528-1918
Zero Gravity Unlimited
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2041 S Highway 183, Leander, TX
Phone
(512) 986-5815
Abacus School Of Austin
Child Daycare & Preschools

Abacus School of Austin receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the staff, academic programs, enrichment activities, and overall value. However, one parent reported serious safety concerns including negligence resulting in injury, missed feedings, lost items, and a drowning incident during summer camp.

Excellent and approachable staffstrong academics and enrichment programs (artSpanish
Address
1720 S Bagdad Rd, Leander, TX
Phone
(512) 381-2200

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Frequently asked questions

There are 15 child daycare & preschools daycares in Leander, Texas, out of 24 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 Leander, 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
Leander offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 15 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 7 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 Leander for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Leander 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.