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

There are 8 child daycare & preschools daycares in Stephenville, Texas, out of 10 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 Stephenville?

Based on parent reviews, daycares in Stephenville have an average Google rating of 3.86 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 20% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.

How do I choose the right daycare in Stephenville?

When choosing a daycare in Stephenville, 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 Stephenville?

Stephenville offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Church 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.

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 Stephenville for current pricing.

Are daycares in Stephenville licensed and regulated?

Yes, daycare centers in Stephenville 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 Stephenville, TX — Compare 8+

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Stephenville

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
Ranger College Child Development Center
3.93 score
3.9(11)
1815 W Lingleville Rd, Stephenville, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 75 children
Reviews are mixed and appear to include feedback for both a daycare center and a college. The daycare reviews are highly positive, praising staff quality, activities, and pricing. However, several reviews appear to be about a college campus rather than the child development center, citing poor customer service and communication issues.
Amazing and friendly staffdevelopmental activities for childrenaffordable pricingchildren advanced academically
2
Happy Days Child Development Center
3.51 score
3.1(6)
205 River North Blvd, Stephenville, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children
Happy Days Child Development Center receives mixed reviews with ratings ranging from 1-5 stars. Positive reviewers praise the caring and welcoming staff who support children's emotional needs, while negative reviewers report staff yelling at children and concerns about pricing relative to quality of care.
welcoming and caring staffsupportive environment for children with challengesclean facilityconvenient location
3
Nurture 'N' Nature
3.48 score
3.3(14)
1225 Loop Sw, Stephenville, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 130 children
Nurture 'N' Nature has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise engaged staff, daily activities, safety cameras, and children's enthusiasm for attending. Negative reviews report staff inattentiveness, inappropriate discipline, safety violations reported to the state, unprofessional behavior from leadership, and billing disputes.
Engaged and loving staffdaily activities and craftscamera access for parentsage-appropriate meals

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Stephenville

4.5 - 5.0

1

4.0 - 4.4

1

3.0 - 3.9

3

Below 3

0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

Church Daycare

Headstart Programs

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Stephenville zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip Code	Daycares	Avg. Rating	Top Rated
76401	10	3.86	1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Stephenville (37–160 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

5

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Stephenville based on parent reviews

Stepping Stones Day School

4(3)

328 W Washington St, Stephenville, TX

Parents highlight the school's loving staff and effective learning environment for young children, though one reviewer reported a negative experience involving perceived discrimination and inappropriate labeling of their toddler.

supportive and caring teachersengaging curriculumpositive director

Ranger College Child Development Center

3.9(11)

1815 W Lingleville Rd, Stephenville, TX

Reviews are mixed and appear to include feedback for both a daycare center and a college. The daycare reviews are highly positive, praising staff quality, activities, and pricing. However, several reviews appear to be about a college campus rather than the child development center, citing poor customer service and communication issues.

Amazing and friendly staffdevelopmental activities for childrenaffordable pricing

Happy Days Child Development Center

3.1(6)

205 River North Blvd, Stephenville, TX

Happy Days Child Development Center receives mixed reviews with ratings ranging from 1-5 stars. Positive reviewers praise the caring and welcoming staff who support children's emotional needs, while negative reviewers report staff yelling at children and concerns about pricing relative to quality of care.

welcoming and caring staffsupportive environment for children with challengesclean facility

Nurture 'N' Nature

3.3(14)

1225 Loop Sw, Stephenville, TX

Nurture 'N' Nature has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise engaged staff, daily activities, safety cameras, and children's enthusiasm for attending. Negative reviews report staff inattentiveness, inappropriate discipline, safety violations reported to the state, unprofessional behavior from leadership, and billing disputes.

Engaged and loving staffdaily activities and craftscamera access for parents

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Stephenville, Texas

There are 8 child daycare & preschools in Stephenville, Texas, making up 80% of the 10 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 Stephenville have an average rating of 3.86 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 20% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 35 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Stephenville, 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 Stephenville, TX

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