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33 Child Daycare & Preschools in Richardson, Texas

Browse all 33 child daycare & preschools in Richardson, Texas. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Richardson

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews β€” daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    Rising Stars Academy
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    1515 Blake Dr, Richardson, TX Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: 100 children

    Rising Stars Academy receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring and professional staff, clean and well-organized facilities, and significant developmental progress in their children's social, emotional, and academic growth.

    Kind and patient teacherssafe and welcoming environmentclean classroomsspacious outdoor playground
  2. 2

    1402 Blake Dr, Richardson, TX Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: 93 children

    Flamingo Island Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional staff, strong developmental progress, excellent communication, and a welcoming environment that makes children excited to attend.

    Developmental progress and learning outcomescaring and attentive staffsmall class sizes and good teacher-to-student ratiosdaily communication and photo updates
  3. 3
    Octopus Garden Preschool
    4.6 score
    4.9(10)

    1075 Executive Dr E, Richardson, TX Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: 97 children

    Octopus Garden Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents who value the caring, experienced staff and warm, family-like environment. Parents highlight successful transitions for their children, quality nutrition, strong communication, and a curriculum that balances academics with social-emotional development. The facility is described as a long-term trusted choice for families in the Richardson community.

    Experienced and caring teacherssmooth transiti
  4. 4

    1651 Campbell Rd, Richardson, TX Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: 75 children

    Rainbow Connection Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the experienced, degreed teaching staff, developmentally appropriate hands-on learning activities, and nurturing Christian environment. Parents consistently report their children love attending and are well-prepared for kindergarten, with many families enrolling multiple children and staying for several years.

    Experienced and educated teachers with long tenuresmall class sizes (4-5 children)developmentally appropriate hands-on learning activitiescreative curriculum with no worksheets
  5. 5

    3901 Northstar Rd, Richardson, TX Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: 225 children

    North Star Learning Center receives universal praise from parents who highlight the warm, caring staff, excellent facilities, and well-rounded educational programs. Parents consistently report their children are happy, engaged, and well-prepared for kindergarten, with many describing the center as an extension of their family.

    Caring and communicative staffsmall community feel with good administrationspacious facilities with both indoor and outdoor spacesspecialized programs in art/music/STEAM/library/science
  6. 6

    4301 E Renner Rd, Richardson, TX Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: 185 children

    Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Breckinridge Park for its caring, attentive staff who are genuinely invested in children's development and wellbeing. Multiple families report feeling confident leaving their children in the school's care, noting strong communication, lack of staff turnover, and a nurturing environment with engaging curriculum. Many families have enrolled for multiple years and recommend the school highly.

    Caring and attentive teachersstrong staff retentionexcellent communication with parentsnurturing environment
  7. 7

    1414 E Collins Blvd, Richardson, TX Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: 102 children

    Bluebonnet Learning Center in Richardson receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and professional staff, clean facility, strong communication through a daily updates app, and developmentally appropriate activities that keep children happy and engaged.

    Kind and caring staffclean and safe environmentdaily communication and photo updates via appage-appropriate activities and curriculum
  8. 8
    Salam Pre-School
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    329 E Polk St, Richardson, TX Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: 56 children

    These reviews are not for a daycare centerβ€”they are for Dessert Lab, a dessert and ice cream shop in Richardson, Texas. The reviews praise high-quality desserts, particularly Dubai chocolate crepes and specialty ice creams, along with friendly staff and a welcoming atmosphere.

    High-quality dessertsDubai chocolate crepesfresh wafflesice cream flavors
  9. 9

    1001 N Central Expy, Richardson, TX Β· Church Daycare Β· Capacity: 143 children

    First Baptist Prekindergarten in Richardson receives consistently positive feedback from families and visitors. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, quality music programs, and strong sense of community and spiritual support. The facility and staff are described as friendly and well-organized.

    Welcoming and friendly staffexcellent music programsstrong community and spiritual supportquality pastoral teaching
  10. 10

    1010 Hampshire Ln, Richardson, TX Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: 162 children

    Parents consistently praise The Learning Experience in Richardson for its caring, attentive staff and clean, well-organized facility. Director Maria Washington is frequently highlighted for her professionalism and genuine care. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily, and parents appreciate the transparent communication through the app and structured learning environment.

    Caring and attentive staffclean facilityorganized structureDirector Maria Washington's leadership

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Richardson based on parent reviews

Rising Stars Academy

4.8(20)

1515 Blake Dr, Richardson, TX

Rising Stars Academy receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring and professional staff, clean and well-organized facilities, and significant developmental progress in their children's social, emotional, and academic growth.

Kind and patient teacherssafe and welcoming environmentclean classrooms

Flamingo Island Preschool LLC

4.8(20)

1402 Blake Dr, Richardson, TX

Flamingo Island Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional staff, strong developmental progress, excellent communication, and a welcoming environment that makes children excited to attend.

Developmental progress and learning outcomescaring and attentive staffsmall class sizes and good teacher-to-student ratios

Octopus Garden Preschool

4.9(10)

1075 Executive Dr E, Richardson, TX

Octopus Garden Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents who value the caring, experienced staff and warm, family-like environment. Parents highlight successful transitions for their children, quality nutrition, strong communication, and a curriculum that balances academics with social-emotional development. The facility is described as a long-term trusted choice for families in the Richardson community.

Experienced and caring teacherssmooth transiti

Rainbow Connection Preschool

4.8(13)

1651 Campbell Rd, Richardson, TX

Rainbow Connection Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the experienced, degreed teaching staff, developmentally appropriate hands-on learning activities, and nurturing Christian environment. Parents consistently report their children love attending and are well-prepared for kindergarten, with many families enrolling multiple children and staying for several years.

Experienced and educated teachers with long tenuresmall class sizes (4-5 children)developmentally appropriate hands-on learning activities

North Star Learning Center

4.7(20)

3901 Northstar Rd, Richardson, TX

North Star Learning Center receives universal praise from parents who highlight the warm, caring staff, excellent facilities, and well-rounded educational programs. Parents consistently report their children are happy, engaged, and well-prepared for kindergarten, with many describing the center as an extension of their family.

Caring and communicative staffsmall community feel with good administrationspacious facilities with both indoor and outdoor spaces

Primrose School Of Breckinridge Park

4.7(20)

4301 E Renner Rd, Richardson, TX

Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Breckinridge Park for its caring, attentive staff who are genuinely invested in children's development and wellbeing. Multiple families report feeling confident leaving their children in the school's care, noting strong communication, lack of staff turnover, and a nurturing environment with engaging curriculum. Many families have enrolled for multiple years and recommend the school highly.

Caring and attentive teachersstrong staff retentionexcellent communication with parents

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Richardson, Texas

There are 33 child daycare & preschools in Richardson, Texas, making up 69% of the 48 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 Richardson, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

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Frequently asked questions

There are 33 child daycare & preschools daycares in Richardson, Texas, out of 48 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 Richardson, 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
Richardson offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools β€” 33 facilities
  • Church Daycare β€” 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare β€” 13 facilities
Each type serves different needs β€” 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 Richardson for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Richardson 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.