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

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Universal City, Texas, out of 7 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 Universal City?

Based on parent reviews, daycares in Universal City have an average Google rating of 3.96 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 40% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.

How do I choose the right daycare in Universal City?

When choosing a daycare in Universal City, 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 Universal City?

Universal City offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities Church Daycare — 1 facilities Before or After School 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 Universal City for current pricing.

Are daycares in Universal City licensed and regulated?

Yes, daycare centers in Universal City 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 Universal City, TX — Compare 5+

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Universal City

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
Trusting Hands Learning Center
4.76 score
5(16)
238 E Aviation Blvd, Universal City, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 46 children
Trusting Hands Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its nurturing, loving environment and dedicated staff. Parents highlight strong teacher-child relationships, individualized attention, good communication, and academic/social-emotional development. Multiple families report multi-year enrollments and describe the center as a positive, welcoming space where children thrive.
Caring and nurturing staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsgood adult-to-child ratiosdaily progress updates
2
A Garden For Children Child Dev. Center
4.64 score
4.8(20)
840 North Blvd, Universal City, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 80 children
A Garden for Children receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a family-oriented facility with experienced leadership under Ms. Hunter. Parents highlight the center's cleanliness, nutritious meals, developmental focus, small class sizes, security measures, and affordable pricing. Staff members are described as caring, friendly, and genuinely invested in children's growth and education.
Experienced and caring director (Ms. Hunter)small class
3
Ms. Annie'S Daycare & Learning Center
3.85 score
3.8(16)
2001 Pat Booker Rd, Universal City, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 78 children
Ms. Annie's Daycare & Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, affordable pricing, and strong educational preparation for kindergarten. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared-for, and developing academically and socially in a family-oriented environment.
Affordable tuitioncaring and professional staffstrong kindergarten preparationgood communication with parents

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Universal City

4.5 - 5.0

2

4.0 - 4.4

0

3.0 - 3.9

2

Below 3

1

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Universal City, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.96avg rating

5 daycares · 5 rated

Before or After School Daycare

Church Daycare

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Universal City zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip Code	Daycares	Avg. Rating	Top Rated
78148	7	3.96	2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Universal City (34–171 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Universal City based on parent reviews

Trusting Hands Learning Center

5(16)

238 E Aviation Blvd, Universal City, TX

Trusting Hands Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its nurturing, loving environment and dedicated staff. Parents highlight strong teacher-child relationships, individualized attention, good communication, and academic/social-emotional development. Multiple families report multi-year enrollments and describe the center as a positive, welcoming space where children thrive.

Caring and nurturing staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsgood adult-to-child ratios

A Garden For Children Child Dev. Center

4.8(20)

840 North Blvd, Universal City, TX

A Garden for Children receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a family-oriented facility with experienced leadership under Ms. Hunter. Parents highlight the center's cleanliness, nutritious meals, developmental focus, small class sizes, security measures, and affordable pricing. Staff members are described as caring, friendly, and genuinely invested in children's growth and education.

Experienced and caring director (Ms. Hunter)small class

Universal City United Methodist Preschool

3.9(4)

90 Winn Ave, Universal City, TX

Several parents highlight the loving environment, strong curriculum, and preparation for kindergarten, while one parent cites unprofessional behavior from the director as a significant concern. Positive feedback emphasizes the staff's warmth and Christ-centered approach, whereas negative feedback focuses on specific interpersonal conflicts with leadership.

loving and attentive staffintentional curriculumstrong kindergarten preparation

Ms. Annie'S Daycare & Learning Center

3.8(16)

2001 Pat Booker Rd, Universal City, TX

Ms. Annie's Daycare & Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, affordable pricing, and strong educational preparation for kindergarten. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared-for, and developing academically and socially in a family-oriented environment.

Affordable tuitioncaring and professional staffstrong kindergarten preparation

Play Time Learning Academy

2.3(1)

2921 Pat Booker Rd, Universal City, TX

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Universal City, Texas

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Universal City, Texas, making up 71% 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 Universal City have an average rating of 3.96 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 40% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.96 stars. Our analysis covers 57 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Universal City, 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 Universal City, TX

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