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22 Child Daycare & Preschools in New Braunfels, Texas

Browse all 22 child daycare & preschools in New Braunfels, Texas. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in New Braunfels

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

    181 S Santa Clara Ave, New Braunfels, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 101 children

    Note: Reviews provided are for St. Paul Lutheran Church, not the preschool/daycare specifically. One reviewer briefly mentions the parish includes a daycare service but provides no details about the daycare's operations, staff, or quality of care.

    Church facility recently renovatedfamily-oriented environmentwelcoming community
  2. 2

    2629 Common St, New Braunfels, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 135 children

    The reviews provided are for Gruene United Methodist Church, not Gruene Tree Learning Center daycare. No actual daycare reviews are available to summarize.

    Unable to assess - reviews are for a churchnot the daycare center
  3. 3

    737 W County Line Rd, New Braunfels, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 307 children

    Triple L Ranch Child Development Center has exceptional 5/5 ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring, family-like atmosphere and dedicated staff who provide quality education and developmental support.

    caring and kind stafffamily-ownedwelcoming environmentbilingual instruction (English and Spanish)
  4. 4

    2101 Fm 1101, New Braunfels, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 145 children

    Brilliant Starts Learning Academy receives consistently high praise from parents across all age groups. Parents highlight the caring, professional staff, clean facility, engaging curriculum, and strong child development outcomes. Multiple parents emphasize feeling secure leaving their children in this nurturing environment.

    Caring and professional staffclean facilityengaging learning activitiesstrong communication with parents
  5. 5

    1278 Hillcrest Dr, New Braunfels, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 59 children

    A Bright Beginning Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, dedicated staff, smooth transitions for new children, strong child development outcomes, and excellent communication. The recent ownership change is noted positively, with parents describing the environment as more family-oriented.

    Patient and kind teacherschild development and learning outcomessafe and nurturing environmentwelcoming transition experience
  6. 6

    1671 Mcqueeney Rd, New Braunfels, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

    Bright Stars Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and loving staff, clean and well-maintained facility, strong curriculum, and healthy food. Children reportedly enjoy attending and form close bonds with staff members.

    Friendly and welcoming staffclean and well-maintained facilityloving care for childrengood curriculum
  7. 7
    Blue Bird Kids Academy
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    1365 W County Line Rd, New Braunfels, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 119 children

    Parents consistently praise Blue Bird Kids Academy for its caring, engaged staff and structured curriculum starting from infancy. Children are reported to be excited about attending, and families appreciate the longevity of staff, clear communication, and reasonable pricing. Multiple parents chose to return with additional children after positive experiences.

    caring and attentive staffstructured curriculum for all agesexcellent teacher-parent communicationmeals provided
  8. 8

    1895 S Walnut Ave, New Braunfels, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children

    Crossroads Church and Preschool has highly polarized reviews. Most reviewers praise the loving staff and faith-based environment, while two parents reported serious concerns including lack of incident communication, staff turnover, and one parent's experience with a CPS call they felt was inappropriate.

    Caring and welcoming stafffaith-based communityindividual staff member (Ms. Margarita) noted as exceptional and patientsafe environment for children
  9. 9

    2797 S Ih 35, New Braunfels, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 71 children

    Parents consistently praise Little Einsteins for caring, experienced staff who remain at the facility long-term, creating a nurturing environment where children thrive academically and emotionally. Multiple reviewers note significant developmental progress in their children, including language, literacy, and social skills. While the facility itself is described as older rather than new, parents emphasize that the quality of staff and education far outweighs the physical surroundings.

    Caring and nurturing teachersstaff stability with 10+ year tenureengaging and age-appropriate curriculumstrong academic outcomes
  10. 10

    1429 S Walnut Ave, New Braunfels, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 187 children

    Prodigy Learning Center receives mostly positive reviews praising staff care, communication, and facility quality, with many parents reporting long-term satisfaction and multi-generational enrollment. However, two negative reviews raise serious concerns about injury documentation, video access transparency, and staff professionalism.

    Caring and attentive teachersgood parent communicationsafe environmentsummer programs and field trips

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in New Braunfels based on parent reviews

St. Paul Lutheran Preschool

4.9(20)

181 S Santa Clara Ave, New Braunfels, TX

Note: Reviews provided are for St. Paul Lutheran Church, not the preschool/daycare specifically. One reviewer briefly mentions the parish includes a daycare service but provides no details about the daycare's operations, staff, or quality of care.

Church facility recently renovatedfamily-oriented environmentwelcoming community

Gruene Tree Learning Center

4.7(20)

2629 Common St, New Braunfels, TX

The reviews provided are for Gruene United Methodist Church, not Gruene Tree Learning Center daycare. No actual daycare reviews are available to summarize.

Unable to assess - reviews are for a churchnot the daycare center

Triple L Ranch Child Development Center

4.7(12)

737 W County Line Rd, New Braunfels, TX

Triple L Ranch Child Development Center has exceptional 5/5 ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring, family-like atmosphere and dedicated staff who provide quality education and developmental support.

caring and kind stafffamily-ownedwelcoming environment

Brilliant Starts Learning Academy

4.6(20)

2101 Fm 1101, New Braunfels, TX

Brilliant Starts Learning Academy receives consistently high praise from parents across all age groups. Parents highlight the caring, professional staff, clean facility, engaging curriculum, and strong child development outcomes. Multiple parents emphasize feeling secure leaving their children in this nurturing environment.

Caring and professional staffclean facilityengaging learning activities

A Bright Beginning Learning Center

4.5(17)

1278 Hillcrest Dr, New Braunfels, TX

A Bright Beginning Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, dedicated staff, smooth transitions for new children, strong child development outcomes, and excellent communication. The recent ownership change is noted positively, with parents describing the environment as more family-oriented.

Patient and kind teacherschild development and learning outcomessafe and nurturing environment

Bright Stars Learning Center

4.6(7)

1671 Mcqueeney Rd, New Braunfels, TX

Bright Stars Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and loving staff, clean and well-maintained facility, strong curriculum, and healthy food. Children reportedly enjoy attending and form close bonds with staff members.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean and well-maintained facilityloving care for children

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Child Daycare & Preschools in New Braunfels, Texas

There are 22 child daycare & preschools in New Braunfels, Texas, making up 81% of the 27 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 New Braunfels, 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 New Braunfels

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St. Paul Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Note: Reviews provided are for St. Paul Lutheran Church, not the preschool/daycare specifically. One reviewer briefly mentions the parish includes a daycare service but provides no details about the daycare's operations, staff, or quality of care.

Church facility recently renovatedfamily-oriented environmentwelcoming community
Address
181 S Santa Clara Ave, New Braunfels, TX
Phone
(830) 625-2044
Gruene Tree Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

The reviews provided are for Gruene United Methodist Church, not Gruene Tree Learning Center daycare. No actual daycare reviews are available to summarize.

Unable to assess - reviews are for a churchnot the daycare center
Address
2629 Common St, New Braunfels, TX
Phone
(830) 625-7200
Triple L Ranch Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Triple L Ranch Child Development Center has exceptional 5/5 ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring, family-like atmosphere and dedicated staff who provide quality education and developmental support.

caring and kind stafffamily-ownedwelcoming environment
Address
737 W County Line Rd, New Braunfels, TX
Phone
(830) 620-0254
Brilliant Starts Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Brilliant Starts Learning Academy receives consistently high praise from parents across all age groups. Parents highlight the caring, professional staff, clean facility, engaging curriculum, and strong child development outcomes. Multiple parents emphasize feeling secure leaving their children in this nurturing environment.

Caring and professional staffclean facilityengaging learning activities
Address
2101 Fm 1101, New Braunfels, TX
Phone
(830) 708-2752
Bright Stars Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Bright Stars Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and loving staff, clean and well-maintained facility, strong curriculum, and healthy food. Children reportedly enjoy attending and form close bonds with staff members.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean and well-maintained facilityloving care for children
Address
1671 Mcqueeney Rd, New Braunfels, TX
Phone
(830) 608-9005
A Bright Beginning Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

A Bright Beginning Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, dedicated staff, smooth transitions for new children, strong child development outcomes, and excellent communication. The recent ownership change is noted positively, with parents describing the environment as more family-oriented.

Patient and kind teacherschild development and learning outcomessafe and nurturing environment
Address
1278 Hillcrest Dr, New Braunfels, TX
Phone
(830) 625-2525
Crossroads Church And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Crossroads Church and Preschool has highly polarized reviews. Most reviewers praise the loving staff and faith-based environment, while two parents reported serious concerns including lack of incident communication, staff turnover, and one parent's experience with a CPS call they felt was inappropriate.

Caring and welcoming stafffaith-based communityindividual staff member (Ms. Margarita) noted as exceptional and patient
Address
1895 S Walnut Ave, New Braunfels, TX
Phone
(830) 626-8614
Blue Bird Kids Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Blue Bird Kids Academy for its caring, engaged staff and structured curriculum starting from infancy. Children are reported to be excited about attending, and families appreciate the longevity of staff, clear communication, and reasonable pricing. Multiple parents chose to return with additional children after positive experiences.

caring and attentive staffstructured curriculum for all agesexcellent teacher-parent communication
Address
1365 W County Line Rd, New Braunfels, TX
Phone
(830) 387-5096
Prodigy Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Prodigy Learning Center receives mostly positive reviews praising staff care, communication, and facility quality, with many parents reporting long-term satisfaction and multi-generational enrollment. However, two negative reviews raise serious concerns about injury documentation, video access transparency, and staff professionalism.

Caring and attentive teachersgood parent communicationsafe environment
Address
1429 S Walnut Ave, New Braunfels, TX
Phone
(830) 608-9588
Little Einsteins, L.L.C.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents consistently praise Little Einsteins for caring, experienced staff who remain at the facility long-term, creating a nurturing environment where children thrive academically and emotionally. Multiple reviewers note significant developmental progress in their children, including language, literacy, and social skills. While the facility itself is described as older rather than new, parents emphasize that the quality of staff and education far outweighs the physical surroundings.

Caring and nurturing teachersstaff stability with 10+ year tenureengaging and age-appropriate curriculum
Address
2797 S Ih 35, New Braunfels, TX
Phone
(830) 620-5453
Through A Child'S Eyes
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Through a Child's Eyes receives consistently high praise from parents for its warm, caring environment and professional staff. Parents highlight the center's focus on educational development, strong communication, and clean facility. Children are reported to be excited and happy to attend daily.

Exceptional and nurturing staffwarm and family-like atmospherestrong curriculum focused on school readiness
Address
2047 Common St, New Braunfels, TX
Phone
(830) 620-5998
New Braunfels Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

New Braunfels Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the facility's cleanliness, dedicated staff, and caring teachers. Parents highlight strong management, responsive communication, stable staffing with minimal turnover, and structured daily routines including meals, naps, and playtime. The center is described as a safe, loving environment where children form meaningful bonds with consistent caregivers.

Well-managed and clean facilitycaring and dedicated teacherslow staff turnover
Address
961 W County Line Rd, New Braunfels, TX
Phone
(830) 383-0018
New Braunfels Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Parents consistently praise New Braunfels Academy for its clean facility, caring and stable staff, and strong management. Families highlight excellent communication through daily updates and quick responsiveness from staff. Children are reported to be happy, well-fed, and engaged in a safe, loving environment.

Stablecaring staff with low turnoverresponsive communication and daily updates
Address
2065 S Walnut Ave, New Braunfels, TX
Phone
(830) 221-7434
Happy Days Day Care, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Happy Days Day Care receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, particularly Ms. Judy and Ms. Rita, for creating a welcoming, nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. Parents report their children are comfortable, happy, and well-cared for, with staff maintaining open communication about their child's daily activities and well-being.

Caring and compassionate staffMs. Judy and Ms. Rita specifically praisedChildren are happy and comfortable
Address
115 N Union Ave, New Braunfels, TX
Phone
(830) 629-1141
A Creative Learning Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

A Creative Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and reliable staff, strong communication through daily updates, and genuine nurturing environment. Children show enthusiasm for attending and experience meaningful growth and development. One negative review mentions concerns about accommodating blended families and regulatory compliance.

Caring and attentive teachersexcellent parent communication via app and direct updatesprofessional management
Address
311 Fm 306, New Braunfels, TX
Phone
(830) 626-8440
The Morgan Center, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

The Morgan Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and family-like environment. Parents consistently highlight director Julia's exceptional leadership and the teachers' genuine commitment to child development and safety. Multiple families have used the center for several years and express sadness when leaving, indicating high satisfaction and trust.

caring and attentive staffstrong director leadershipfamily-like atmosphere
Address
1215 Ervenberg Ave, New Braunfels, TX
Phone
(830) 627-9222
Prodigy Learning Center Hunters Creek
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.2

Prodigy Learning Center receives highly polarized reviews. Positive reviewers praise engaged staff, quality learning activities, and caring teachers. Negative reviewers report inadequate behavior management, staff misconduct, poor communication, missing items, and sudden dismissals of children without support.

Engaged and caring staffquality learning activitieschild development focus
Address
241 Hunters Vlg, New Braunfels, TX
Phone
(830) 625-4404
Hansel And Gretel Child Development
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
984 W San Antonio St, New Braunfels, TX
Phone
(830) 629-0772
First Protestant School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
172 W Coll St, New Braunfels, TX
Phone
(830) 606-4110
Fumc Day School, Kindergarten And Mdo
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
572 W San Antonio St, New Braunfels, TX
Phone
(830) 608-1724
Kids Day Out
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
373 Howard St, New Braunfels, TX
Phone
(830) 629-2286
Learning Their Way
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1001 Mission Dr, New Braunfels, TX
Phone
(830) 708-3419

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Frequently asked questions

There are 22 child daycare & preschools daycares in New Braunfels, Texas, out of 27 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 New Braunfels, 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
New Braunfels offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 22 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 5 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 New Braunfels for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in New Braunfels 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.