How do I choose the right daycare in Nacogdoches?

When choosing a daycare in Nacogdoches, 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

What types of daycare are available in Nacogdoches?

Nacogdoches offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Church Daycare — 2 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 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.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Nacogdoches, Texas (11 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Texas?

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 Nacogdoches for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Nacogdoches

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.

First United Methodist Church Pre-School

4.62 score

4.8(17)

201 E Hospital St, Nacogdoches, TX · Church Daycare · Capacity: 85 children

First United Methodist Church Preschool in Nacogdoches receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents surveyed. Parents consistently praise the caring, dedicated staff, strong academics, and safe, nurturing environment that keeps children happy and engaged.

Caring and dedicated teachersstrong academic curriculumage-appropriate learninglow teacher-student ratios

Handprints Child Care 15 LLC Dba Handprints Academy

4.56 score

4.7(20)

1118 Tanglewood Cir, Nacogdoches, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 245 children

Handprints Academy receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, friendly staff, clean and safe environment, and strong communication. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared-for, and prepared for the next educational level. The center is described as family-friendly with management that works with families on their needs.

Warm and welcoming staffpatient and kind teachersclean and safe environmentexcellent communication with parents

Right Step Learning Center

4.33 score

4.6(6)

818 Park St, Nacogdoches, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 118 children

Right Step Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the kind and professional staff, particularly leaders Sam and Sandra. Parents report their children are happy, safe, and well-cared for, with security measures including door codes, ID checks, and cameras. One parent raised concerns about sick children being brought to the facility.

Kind and caring staffprofessional managementchildren are happy and engagedstrong security measures (coded doors

Milestone Early Learning Academy

4.07 score

4.1(11)

1613 South St, Nacogdoches, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 158 children

Milestone Early Learning Academy in Nacogdoches receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with nine 5-star reviews praising the caring staff, academic learning, and individualized attention to children. One 1-star review reports cleanliness issues, poor food quality, and unkind treatment, though this represents a significant outlier compared to the consistent praise from long-term families.

caring and professional staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsacademic learningaccommodating children with disabilities

Sunshine Academy

3.68 score

3.6(20)

3413 E Main St, Nacogdoches, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 93 children

Sunshine Academy in Nacogdoches, Texas has received mixed reviews. Most feedback focuses on staff members like Trey, Amanda, and Stacy who are praised for being helpful, professional, and kind. However, some reviews appear to be for an apartment complex rather than the daycare itself, and negative reviews mention maintenance and management issues.

Helpful and professional staffkind customer servicegood communicationtimely responses

Head Start Day Care Center

3.5 score

3(5)

1902 Old Tyler Rd, Nacogdoches, TX · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 250 children

Head Start Day Care Center in Nacogdoches has mixed reviews. Most reviewers praise the teaching quality, patience of staff, and learning environment, while one parent reported serious concerns about safety, staff professionalism, and student conflicts.

patient teachersgood instructionchildren learning effectivelycaring environment

Raguet Child Care

3.04 score

2.6(11)

211 King St, Nacogdoches, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 137 children

Raguet Child Care has highly polarized reviews. Some parents praise the staff, organization, and long-term positive experiences from infancy through Pre-K. However, multiple parents report serious concerns including unprofessional teacher behavior, inadequate supervision leading to injuries, poor hygiene practices, and unresponsive management to complaints.

Informative staff communicationorganized classroomspositive outdoor activitiesgood Pre-K preparation for

Child Daycare & Preschools in Nacogdoches, Texas

There are 11 child daycare & preschools in Nacogdoches, Texas, making up 73% of the 15 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 Nacogdoches, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 11 child daycare & preschools daycares in Nacogdoches, Texas, out of 15 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 Nacogdoches, 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

Nacogdoches offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Church Daycare — 2 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 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 Nacogdoches for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Nacogdoches 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.

11 Child Daycare & Preschools in Nacogdoches, Texas

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Nacogdoches

Top Rated

Handprints Child Care 15 LLC Dba Handprints Academy

Right Step Learning Center

Kids Unlimited Learning Center

Milestone Early Learning Academy

Sunshine Academy

Raguet Child Care

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Daycare types in Nacogdoches