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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Portland, TX

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Portland. Average rating: 3.8/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Portland, Texas at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
3.8/5
Parent reviews
9
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Portland offers 2 licensed child daycare & preschools, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 3.8/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Portland

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Portland, based on parent reviews

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
3 daycares

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.85avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

3.7avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Portland zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
783747
3.8
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Portland (17–240 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

2

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Portland based on parent reviews

Methodist Day School

4.7(4)

4545 Wildcat Dr, Portland, TX

Parents highlight the school's ability to accommodate last-minute enrollment and its nurturing, faith-based environment, noting significant positive growth in their children's confidence and social skills. Reviewers specifically commend teachers like Ms. Syd for their patience and genuine care, which fosters a family-like atmosphere that keeps children excited to attend. The program also engages parents and successfully transitions students from other daycare settings with improved attitudes. No negative feedback was mentioned in the available reviews.

last-minute enrollment availabilitynurturing and family-like environmentpatient and caring staff (specifically Ms. Syd)

Legacy Preschool Of Portland LLC

3(4)

902 Moore Ave, Portland, TX

Feedback for this center is sharply divided, with one parent highlighting friendly staff, secure facilities, and happy children, while others report severe issues including high staff turnover, poor communication, and the expulsion of children for minor behavioral or potty-training struggles. Several reviewers describe unresponsive leadership, broken security cameras, and instances of children being removed from the program abruptly without prior warning or adequate support.

friendly and helpful staffsecure building with locks and codesclean classrooms

Map

Daycare types in Portland

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 3

Child Daycare & Preschools in Portland, Texas

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Portland, Texas, making up 29% of the 7 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 Portland have an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.85 stars. Our analysis covers 9 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Portland, 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 Portland

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Methodist Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents highlight the school's ability to accommodate last-minute enrollment and its nurturing, faith-based environment, noting significant positive growth in their children's confidence and social skills. Reviewers specifically commend teachers like Ms. Syd for their patience and genuine care, which fosters a family-like atmosphere that keeps children excited to attend. The program also engages parents and successfully transitions students from other daycare settings with improved attitudes. No negative feedback was mentioned in the available reviews.

last-minute enrollment availabilitynurturing and family-like environmentpatient and caring staff (specifically Ms. Syd)
Address
4545 Wildcat Dr, Portland, TX
Phone
(361) 643-8093
Legacy Preschool Of Portland LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

Feedback for this center is sharply divided, with one parent highlighting friendly staff, secure facilities, and happy children, while others report severe issues including high staff turnover, poor communication, and the expulsion of children for minor behavioral or potty-training struggles. Several reviewers describe unresponsive leadership, broken security cameras, and instances of children being removed from the program abruptly without prior warning or adequate support.

friendly and helpful staffsecure building with locks and codesclean classrooms
Address
902 Moore Ave, Portland, TX
Phone
(361) 643-3043

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Portland, Texas, out of 7 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Portland have an average Google rating of 3.8 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Portland, 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
Portland offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Portland for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Portland 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.