How many child daycare & preschools daycares are in Port Lavaca, Texas?

There are 8 child daycare & preschools daycares in Port Lavaca, Texas, out of 9 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

What is the average rating of daycares in Port Lavaca?

Based on parent reviews, daycares in Port Lavaca have an average Google rating of 4.28 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.

How do I choose the right daycare in Port Lavaca?

When choosing a daycare in Port Lavaca, 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 Port Lavaca?

Port Lavaca offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities Headstart Programs — 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.

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 Port Lavaca for current pricing.

Are daycares in Port Lavaca licensed and regulated?

Yes, daycare centers in Port Lavaca 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.

Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Port Lavaca, TX — Compare 8+

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Port Lavaca

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
Calhoun County Ymca Hjm Afterschool Care
3.94 score
3.9(9)
605 N Commerce St, Port Lavaca, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 70 children
This facility receives mixed reviews. Positive feedback highlights clean facilities, friendly staff, and good equipment. Negative reviews cite inconsistent staffing oversight, operational issues like early closures and pool schedule discrepancies, and billing/membership cancellation problems.
Friendly staffclean facilitiesgood exercise equipmentmodern virus protection measures
2
Calhoun County Ymca Jr Afterschool Care
3.94 score
3.9(9)
1512 Jackson St, Port Lavaca, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children
Reviews are mixed with significant inconsistencies. Most reviewers praise the facilities, cleanliness, and friendly staff. However, negative reviews cite staff inattentiveness, operational issues like early closures, and unresponsive customer service regarding membership cancellations.
Fabulous facilitiesfriendly staffclean facilitygood exercise equipment
3
Tots And Tikes Learning Center
3.62 score
3.3(6)
411 W Main St, Port Lavaca, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 133 children
TOTS AND TIKES LEARNING CENTER receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the friendly, professional staff, good hygiene, communication, and safe facilities. However, one detailed negative review alleges serious concerns including employee smoking, inadequate diaper changes, health issues, and unsafe transportation practices.
friendly and professional staffgood hygiene and cleanlinessclear communication about allergies and napping issueslarge clean playground

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Port Lavaca

4.5 - 5.0

3

4.0 - 4.4

0

3.0 - 3.9

3

Below 3

0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Port Lavaca, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

Headstart Programs

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Port Lavaca zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip Code	Daycares	Avg. Rating	Top Rated
77979	9	4.28	3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Port Lavaca (30–133 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Port Lavaca based on parent reviews

Ladybug Learning Center

4.6(4)

401 S Commerce St, Port Lavaca, TX

Parents highlight the calm, clean, and organized environment, with several noting that their children love the teachers and the overall atmosphere. One review rates the center highly for being the best in the area, while another gives a lower rating despite acknowledging the wonderful teachers and facilities.

calm environmentloving teachersclean

Babies & Beyond Daycare

5

125 W Railroad St, Port Lavaca, TX

Calhoun County Ymca Hjm Afterschool Care

3.9(9)

605 N Commerce St, Port Lavaca, TX

This facility receives mixed reviews. Positive feedback highlights clean facilities, friendly staff, and good equipment. Negative reviews cite inconsistent staffing oversight, operational issues like early closures and pool schedule discrepancies, and billing/membership cancellation problems.

Friendly staffclean facilitiesgood exercise equipment

Calhoun County Ymca Jr Afterschool Care

3.9(9)

1512 Jackson St, Port Lavaca, TX

Reviews are mixed with significant inconsistencies. Most reviewers praise the facilities, cleanliness, and friendly staff. However, negative reviews cite staff inattentiveness, operational issues like early closures, and unresponsive customer service regarding membership cancellations.

Fabulous facilitiesfriendly staffclean facility

Tots And Tikes Learning Center

3.3(6)

411 W Main St, Port Lavaca, TX

TOTS AND TIKES LEARNING CENTER receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the friendly, professional staff, good hygiene, communication, and safe facilities. However, one detailed negative review alleges serious concerns including employee smoking, inadequate diaper changes, health issues, and unsafe transportation practices.

friendly and professional staffgood hygiene and cleanlinessclear communication about allergies and napping issues

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Port Lavaca, Texas

There are 8 child daycare & preschools in Port Lavaca, Texas, making up 89% of the 9 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Port Lavaca have an average rating of 4.28 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 30 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Port Lavaca, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Port Lavaca, TX

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