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48 Child Daycare & Preschools in Waco, Texas

Browse all 48 child daycare & preschools in Waco, Texas. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Waco

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. 1

    1020 Elm St, Waco, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 159 children

    Doris Miller Family YMCA Child Care in Waco receives consistently high ratings for its clean, well-maintained facilities and helpful staff. Parents praise the variety of amenities including a pool, basketball gym, and meeting rooms, along with community involvement. One reviewer noted a front desk staff member appeared unwelcoming, though other staff were friendly.

    Clean facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffwell-equipped amenities (pool with lap lanesbasketball gym
  2. 2
    Austin Avenue Preschool
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    1300 Austin Ave, Waco, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 96 children

    These reviews are for Austin United Methodist Church, not a daycare facility. The reviews praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, biblical teaching, quality music and organ, and community programs including childcare services.

    Welcoming and inclusive environmentbeautiful buildingstrong preaching and scripture interpretationexcellent music and organist
  3. 3

    2004 Barnard St, Waco, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 59 children

    Parents consistently praise Children First Learning Center for its loving, caring staff and nurturing environment. The facility is noted for excellent curriculum, strong teacher-child relationships, and the leadership of Ms. Salina and Mr. Berry. Multiple parents report their children are happy, learning significantly, and thriving in care.

    Caring and loving staffstrong curriculumexperienced leadership (20+ years)excellent teacher-child relationships
  4. 4

    811 Maxfield St, Waco, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 85 children

    Young Expression Day Care LLC in Waco, Texas has received exclusively positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the welcoming, caring staff and safe environment, with children reportedly transitioning well and enjoying attending. The director and teachers are noted for being responsive, professional, and genuinely invested in the children's well-being and happiness.

    welcoming environmentcaring and professional staffresponsive director (Mrs. Jasmine)safe and nurturing setting
  5. 5
    Kidz Turn
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    900 N Loop 340, Waco, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 175 children

    NOTE: The reviews provided are for Church of the Open Door, not KIDZ TURN daycare. No actual daycare reviews are available for KIDZ TURN in Waco, Texas.

    None - reviews are for a churchnot a daycare
  6. 6
    Wsgbc Day Care Center
    4.55 score
    5(6)

    2525 E Lake Shore Dr, Waco, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

    WSGBC Day Care Center in Waco, Texas receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the caring and dedicated staff, strong academic curriculum, Christian values instruction, and Texas Rising Star certification. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared-for, and well-prepared for school.

    caring and awesome staffChristian values educationstrong academic foundationhigh-quality early learning program
  7. 7

    2716 Robinson Dr, Waco, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

    This Little Piggy Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a family-oriented environment with caring, friendly staff and clean, well-organized classrooms. Parents report feeling confident in the safety and quality of care their children receive, with staff members engaging warmly with all families.

    Safe atmospherefriendly and attentive staffclean and organized classroomsfamily-like environment
  8. 8
    The Center Day Camp
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    1115 Columbus Ave, Waco, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 140 children

    Note: The reviews provided are for a gym/fitness center, not a daycare facility. Reviews praise the friendly and helpful staff, spacious facilities suitable for events, and reasonable pricing. The facility offers multiple amenities including a heated pool, weight room, basketball courts, and exercise classes.

    Friendly and helpful staffspacious facilityreasonable pricingheated pool
  9. 9

    1300 Columbus Ave, Waco, TX · Church Daycare · Capacity: 189 children

    Columbus Avenue Baptist Church in Waco receives consistently positive feedback focused on its welcoming community, quality children's ministry, and strong biblical teaching. Parents appreciate the family-friendly environment across all age groups and the church's active involvement in the community.

    Welcoming and friendly atmospherequality children's ministry programsengaging biblical teaching by pastorsfamily-oriented activities (VBS
  10. 10

    1311 Clay Ave, Waco, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Parents overwhelmingly praise Talitha Koum Nurture Center as an exceptional early childhood facility that combines daycare with educational programming and developmental support. Reviews highlight the caring staff, learning-focused environment, and community impact, though one parent noted eligibility requirements related to Social Security numbers.

    Educational focusstaff genuinely careearly childhood brain developmentfree intervention for at-risk children

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Waco based on parent reviews

Doris Miller Family Ymca Child Care

4.9(14)

1020 Elm St, Waco, TX

Doris Miller Family YMCA Child Care in Waco receives consistently high ratings for its clean, well-maintained facilities and helpful staff. Parents praise the variety of amenities including a pool, basketball gym, and meeting rooms, along with community involvement. One reviewer noted a front desk staff member appeared unwelcoming, though other staff were friendly.

Clean facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffwell-equipped amenities (pool with lap lanes

Austin Avenue Preschool

4.8(20)

1300 Austin Ave, Waco, TX

These reviews are for Austin United Methodist Church, not a daycare facility. The reviews praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, biblical teaching, quality music and organ, and community programs including childcare services.

Welcoming and inclusive environmentbeautiful buildingstrong preaching and scripture interpretation

Children First Learning Center

5(8)

2004 Barnard St, Waco, TX

Parents consistently praise Children First Learning Center for its loving, caring staff and nurturing environment. The facility is noted for excellent curriculum, strong teacher-child relationships, and the leadership of Ms. Salina and Mr. Berry. Multiple parents report their children are happy, learning significantly, and thriving in care.

Caring and loving staffstrong curriculumexperienced leadership (20+ years)

Young Expression Day Care LLC

5(7)

811 Maxfield St, Waco, TX

Young Expression Day Care LLC in Waco, Texas has received exclusively positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the welcoming, caring staff and safe environment, with children reportedly transitioning well and enjoying attending. The director and teachers are noted for being responsive, professional, and genuinely invested in the children's well-being and happiness.

welcoming environmentcaring and professional staffresponsive director (Mrs. Jasmine)

Kidz Turn

4.7(20)

900 N Loop 340, Waco, TX

NOTE: The reviews provided are for Church of the Open Door, not KIDZ TURN daycare. No actual daycare reviews are available for KIDZ TURN in Waco, Texas.

None - reviews are for a churchnot a daycare

Wsgbc Day Care Center

5(6)

2525 E Lake Shore Dr, Waco, TX

WSGBC Day Care Center in Waco, Texas receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the caring and dedicated staff, strong academic curriculum, Christian values instruction, and Texas Rising Star certification. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared-for, and well-prepared for school.

caring and awesome staffChristian values educationstrong academic foundation

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Waco, Texas

There are 48 child daycare & preschools in Waco, Texas, making up 70% of the 69 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 Waco, 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 Waco

Showing 48 results

Champion Zone LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1000 Washington Ln, Waco, TX
Phone
(254) 644-5913
Imagine Greatness Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1824 Mitchell Ave, Waco, TX
Phone
(254) 752-5437
This Little Piggy Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

This Little Piggy Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a family-oriented environment with caring, friendly staff and clean, well-organized classrooms. Parents report feeling confident in the safety and quality of care their children receive, with staff members engaging warmly with all families.

Safe atmospherefriendly and attentive staffclean and organized classrooms
Address
2716 Robinson Dr, Waco, TX
Phone
(254) 717-5216
Young Expression Day Care LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Young Expression Day Care LLC in Waco, Texas has received exclusively positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the welcoming, caring staff and safe environment, with children reportedly transitioning well and enjoying attending. The director and teachers are noted for being responsive, professional, and genuinely invested in the children's well-being and happiness.

welcoming environmentcaring and professional staffresponsive director (Mrs. Jasmine)
Address
811 Maxfield St, Waco, TX
Phone
(254) 799-7700
Champion Zone LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
7465 Rock Creek Rd, Waco, TX
Phone
(254) 644-5913
Wsgbc Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

WSGBC Day Care Center in Waco, Texas receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the caring and dedicated staff, strong academic curriculum, Christian values instruction, and Texas Rising Star certification. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared-for, and well-prepared for school.

caring and awesome staffChristian values educationstrong academic foundation
Address
2525 E Lake Shore Dr, Waco, TX
Phone
(254) 714-0727
Noahs Ark Preschool And Parents Day Out
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4901 Lake Shore Dr, Waco, TX
Phone
(254) 776-6310
Baylor Child Development Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
315 Washington Ave, Waco, TX
Phone
(254) 710-4373
St Francis Kindergarten And Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
612 N 3rd St, Waco, TX
Phone
(254) 753-5565
Children First Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Children First Learning Center for its loving, caring staff and nurturing environment. The facility is noted for excellent curriculum, strong teacher-child relationships, and the leadership of Ms. Salina and Mr. Berry. Multiple parents report their children are happy, learning significantly, and thriving in care.

Caring and loving staffstrong curriculumexperienced leadership (20+ years)
Address
2004 Barnard St, Waco, TX
Phone
(254) 714-1889
Doris Miller Family Ymca Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Doris Miller Family YMCA Child Care in Waco receives consistently high ratings for its clean, well-maintained facilities and helpful staff. Parents praise the variety of amenities including a pool, basketball gym, and meeting rooms, along with community involvement. One reviewer noted a front desk staff member appeared unwelcoming, though other staff were friendly.

Clean facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffwell-equipped amenities (pool with lap lanes
Address
1020 Elm St, Waco, TX
Phone
(254) 752-1605
Austin Avenue Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

These reviews are for Austin United Methodist Church, not a daycare facility. The reviews praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, biblical teaching, quality music and organ, and community programs including childcare services.

Welcoming and inclusive environmentbeautiful buildingstrong preaching and scripture interpretation
Address
1300 Austin Ave, Waco, TX
Phone
(254) 754-4685
Eoac Waco Charter School Jump Start
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
615 N 25th St, Waco, TX
Phone
(254) 754-8169
The Arc Of Mclennan County
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
1300 Austin Ave, Waco, TX
Phone
(254) 756-7491
Kidz Turn
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

NOTE: The reviews provided are for Church of the Open Door, not KIDZ TURN daycare. No actual daycare reviews are available for KIDZ TURN in Waco, Texas.

None - reviews are for a churchnot a daycare
Address
900 N Loop 340, Waco, TX
Phone
(254) 867-8737
Talitha Koum Nurture Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents overwhelmingly praise Talitha Koum Nurture Center as an exceptional early childhood facility that combines daycare with educational programming and developmental support. Reviews highlight the caring staff, learning-focused environment, and community impact, though one parent noted eligibility requirements related to Social Security numbers.

Educational focusstaff genuinely careearly childhood brain development
Address
1311 Clay Ave, Waco, TX
Phone
(254) 753-1144
The Center Day Camp
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Note: The reviews provided are for a gym/fitness center, not a daycare facility. Reviews praise the friendly and helpful staff, spacious facilities suitable for events, and reasonable pricing. The facility offers multiple amenities including a heated pool, weight room, basketball courts, and exercise classes.

Friendly and helpful staffspacious facilityreasonable pricing
Address
1115 Columbus Ave, Waco, TX
Phone
(254) 754-7971
Chinaberries Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Unable to provide parent review summary. The reviews provided are for Shipsters, a shipping and notary service business, not for Chinaberries Learning Center daycare. No actual parent reviews of the daycare facility were included in the data.

None mentioned for the daycare
Address
10412 China Spring Rd, Waco, TX
Phone
(254) 836-0838
Think Play Grow Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Think Play Grow Academy receives mostly glowing reviews from parents who praise the warm, caring staff and small class sizes. Children show enthusiasm about attending, and parents report feeling confident in the teachers' attentiveness. However, one parent raised serious concerns about injury reporting procedures and alleged dishonesty in documentation.

Warm and welcoming staffsmall class sizesstrong curriculum
Address
2000 N 25th St, Waco, TX
Phone
(254) 732-4881
Lees Precious Beginnings
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
4007 W Waco Dr, Waco, TX
Phone
(254) 741-0950
Tennyson Playcare Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Tennyson Playcare Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for staff care, cleanliness, security, and educational activities. However, recent reviews indicate the facility has closed and experienced significant management and staffing changes that negatively impacted operations.

Caring and experienced staffclean facilitysecure keypad entry
Address
5000 Tennyson Dr, Waco, TX
Phone
(254) 776-0280
Ms Idas Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
1511 E League St, Waco, TX
Phone
(254) 753-0195
Greater Waco Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents consistently praise Greater Waco Early Education Center for its caring, well-trained staff, clean facilities, and Christ-centered curriculum. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and receive individualized attention in a nurturing, safe environment. Communication between staff and parents is highlighted as transparent and responsive.

Loving and personable staffChrist-centered/faith-based curriculumclean and well-maintained facilities
Address
910 E Loop 340, Waco, TX
Phone
(254) 799-0500
Parkview Christian Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parkview Christian Childcare Center receives mixed reviews. Parents with positive experiences praise the caring staff, child development, and quality care. However, multiple parents report discriminatory practices, including denying enrollment to children with same-sex parents and imposing personal lifestyle requirements on job applicants.

Loving and caring staffchildren's growth and developmentstaff goes above and beyond
Address
1100 E Lake Shore Dr, Waco, TX
Phone
(254) 753-0327
Mclennan Community College Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

NOTE: The reviews provided are for McLennan Community College, not a daycare center. The Google Rating of 3.9/5 appears inconsistent with the 10 five-star reviews submitted. Reviews consistently praise the institution as a welcoming community college with excellent faculty, beautiful campus, and strong student support services.

Welcoming and authentic atmospherepassionate and skilled professorsbeautiful campus with green space
Address
1400 College Dr, Waco, TX
Phone
(254) 299-8720
Waco Family Ymca Ccc
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

WACO Family YMCA CCC is highly regarded as a modern, family-friendly facility with excellent childcare services. Parents consistently praise the professional and attentive staff, quality swimming and gymnastics programs, and clean, well-maintained facilities. A few concerns were raised about inconsistent operating hours and front desk staff demeanor.

Modern facilityfriendly and professional staffattentive childcare with observation windows
Address
6800 Harvey Dr, Waco, TX
Phone
(254) 776-6612
Central Faith Child Development Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Central Faith Child Development Center in Waco receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the warm, caring staff, strong Christian values, excellent communication, balanced nutrition, and nurturing environment that supports children's emotional, social, and academic growth.

Warm and caring staffChristian valuesexcellent communication via app and daily updates
Address
5720 Bagby Ave, Waco, TX
Phone
(254) 420-2931
Brite Start Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Brite Start receives consistently high marks from most parents who praise the friendly staff, appropriate child-to-teacher ratios, comprehensive meal options, and large outdoor play space. However, one parent reported concerns about staff not properly applying their child's prescription eczema cream despite reassurance, with the child's condition improving after switching facilities.

Friendly and responsive staffappropriate staff-to-child ratiosstaff have their own children enrolled
Address
4306 Memorial Dr, Waco, TX
Phone
(254) 227-6274
Waco Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5
Address
1301 Ross Ave, Waco, TX
Phone
(254) 753-5981
Waco Child Development Infant
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5
Address
613 S 9th St, Waco, TX
Phone
(254) 753-0175

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Frequently asked questions

There are 48 child daycare & preschools daycares in Waco, Texas, out of 69 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 Waco, 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
Waco offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 48 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 4 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 6 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 11 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 Waco for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Waco 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.