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6,857 Child Daycare & Preschools in Texas

Browse 6,857 child daycare & preschools across Texas. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Texas

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Texas can make the decision-making process smoother.

Texas has about 8,793 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Texas. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Texas

There are 8,793 daycares in Texas: 512 headstart facilities, 1,081 before/after school centers, 343 religious facility daycares, and 6,857 childcare and preschool centers.

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Meadow Oaks Academy INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents overwhelmingly praise Meadow Oaks Academy for its caring staff, strong academic curriculum, and ability to help shy or withdrawn children build confidence and social skills. Multiple reviews highlight fresh daily meals, individualized learning approaches, and a welcoming environment where children are happy to attend.

Staff kindness and professionalismsocial-emotional developmentacademic learning and vocabulary growth
Address
1412 S Belt Line Rd, Mesquite, TX
Phone
(972) 285-6895
Allen Chapel Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9
Address
2146 E Overton Rd, Dallas, TX
Phone
(214) 374-1350
Shannons Lil Angels
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Shannon's Lil Angels receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, clean facility, educational development, and nutritious meals. However, two serious complaints allege staff misconduct and injury to children, though other long-term parents defend the center's professionalism.

caring and compassionate staffclean facilityeducational activities (counting
Address
630 W Pleasant Run Rd, Lancaster, TX
Phone
(972) 275-0092
Handprints Child Care 17 LLC Dba Handprints Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Handprints Academy for its caring staff, engaging activities, and smooth transitions for children. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and reasonably priced, with staff members who genuinely connect with the children and keep parents informed. Multiple reviewers highlight the director's passion and the teachers' dedication to child development.

caring and loving staffsmooth transition processregular parent communication
Address
2418 College Ave, Garland, TX
Phone
(972) 272-2211
Lord Of Life Lutheran Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Lord of Life Lutheran Child Development Center receives mixed reviews with strong praise from most parents who highlight caring staff, outdoor play, quality snacks, and age-appropriate activities. However, some parents report serious concerns about staff responsiveness, unfair treatment, and dismissive behavior toward children with developmental differences.

Patient and caring staffoutdoor playtimehome-baked snacks
Address
1317 Flour Bluff Dr, Corpus Christi, TX
Phone
(361) 937-8158
A Bar Z Ponderosa II
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

A Bar Z Ponderosa II receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise Director Maria and her staff for creating a welcoming, nurturing environment where children learn, grow, and feel valued. Parents highlight the facility's flexibility with scheduling, variety of activities, and special attention to individual needs including children with autism spectrum disorder. Multiple parents report their children are happy, excited to attend, and have formed meaningful

Address
4322 Violet Rd, Corpus Christi, TX
Phone
(361) 242-9710
Aww Better Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

AWW BETTER CHILD CARE CENTER receives consistently high praise from parents for its professional staff, cleanliness, and extensive amenities. Parents highlight the convenient drop-off/pick-up process, affordable pricing with multiple payment options, and the caring director Ms. Gail who creates a welcoming environment. The facility offers unique features like a basketball court, go-cart track, animals, and transportation services that parents appreciate.

Professional and caring staffClean facilityEasy drop-off and pick-up
Address
312 Volney St, La Marque, TX
Phone
(281) 460-2754
Building Blocks Academy #2
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Building Blocks Academy #2 receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight significant developmental improvements in their children's speech, confidence, social skills, and academic progress. Multiple parents report switching from negative daycare experiences elsewhere and being very satisfied with their decision to enroll at this facility.

Caring and patient staffwelcoming environmentspeech and language development
Address
2619 Main St, La Marque, TX
Phone
(409) 938-0632
Little Childrens Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Little Children's Learning Center as a nurturing, well-organized facility with engaged staff and strong educational focus. Children show measurable developmental progress and academic advancement, with parents reporting their kids are happy, excited to attend, and well-prepared for elementary school. Management is described as transparent, responsive, and family-oriented.

Warm and inviting facility with age-appropriate activitiesengaged and caring staffstrong curriculum with focus on both learning and social-emotional development
Address
1314 Turtle Creek Dr, Missouri City, TX
Phone
(281) 673-6314
Todays Child
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Today's Child receives mostly positive reviews praising caring and patient staff, particularly Mr. & Mrs. Rivers and Miss P, with parents noting good academic support and after-school services. However, some negative reviews cite lack of outdoor play, limited curriculum, inconsistent pricing, and unprofessional interactions with management.

Caring and patient staffhelpful with potty training and early academics (colorsnumbers
Address
7026 W Fuqua Dr, Missouri City, TX
Phone
(281) 437-1508
Ranger College Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

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
Address
1815 W Lingleville Rd, Stephenville, TX
Phone
(254) 968-1070
Childrens Park Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Children's Park Learning Center for its warm, caring staff and safe environment. Multiple long-term families report their children are excited to attend daily and experience significant learning and developmental growth. Leadership is described as responsive and attentive to parent concerns.

Caring and loving staffwarm welcoming atmospherechildren excited to attend
Address
941 Steger Towne Rd, Rockwall, TX
Phone
(972) 722-4009
Harker Heights Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Harker Heights YMCA receives mostly positive reviews with parents praising the friendly staff, quality childcare, and facilities. However, some reviewers noted concerns about customer service, cleanliness, and staff professionalism.

Friendly and communicative staffexcellent childcare qualitywelcoming environment
Address
726 S Ann Blvd, Harker Heights, TX
Phone
(254) 690-6284
Ikidz Education LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

iKidz Education LLC is an after-school and summer camp program in Frisco offering Montessori-style care with positive reviews from parents. Parents praise the balance of academics, enrichment activities, and outdoor play, with staff noted as friendly and attentive. Most reviews are highly positive, though one parent mentioned the facility's appearance.

Individual homework help and academic supportenrichment activities (robotics clubchess lessons
Address
25679 Smotherman Rd, Frisco, TX
Phone
(214) 705-4718
Abilitrees Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Abilitrees Montessori receives highly mixed reviews, with strong praise from most parents for caring staff, educational curriculum, and daily communication, but serious concerns from some recent families regarding staff changes, unprofessional conduct, billing practices, and inadequate handling of behavioral concerns.

Caring and attentive staffstrong educational curriculumdaily photo/video updates via app
Address
3118 Los Colinas, Denton, TX
Phone
(940) 243-4343
Kids First Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Kids First Learning Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, educational approach, and emotional development focus. However, one parent reported concerns about staff professionalism, lost items, and communication issues.

Caring and attentive teachersemotional intelligence and behavioral guidanceeducational focus
Address
3101 Mcniel Ave, Wichita Falls, TX
Phone
(940) 264-3007
Bright Beginnings Christian Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Bright Beginnings Christian Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the director Suzi and staff for their attentiveness, communication, and genuine care for children. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared-for, and eager to return daily. One negative review cited poor customer service during the enrollment inquiry process.

Attentive and communicative staffdirector Suzi's leadershipchildren's happiness and enthusiasm
Address
1431 W Henderson St, Cleburne, TX
Phone
(817) 774-2771
Little Tyke - Crowley
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Little Tyke Crowley receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, communicative staff and nurturing environment. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show developmental progress, with parents appreciating the affordable pricing and individual attention from teachers. The facility is described as a trusted, family-oriented center where children thrive emotionally and developmentally.

Caring and loving staffexcellent communication with parentsaffordable pricing
Address
120 Harris Dr, Crowley, TX
Phone
(817) 297-1721
Pride Academy & Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Pride Academy for its caring, family-oriented staff who provide safe, educational care and maintain strong communication with families. The center is highlighted as an independent provider that treats children with personal attention and creates a welcoming community. Multiple families report peace of mind and high satisfaction across infant through elementary aftercare programs.

Caring and loving staffstrong teacher-child relationshipssafe environment
Address
3105 Ira E Woods Ave, Grapevine, TX
Phone
(817) 424-2676
Lisa'S Little Angels Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Lisa's Little Angels Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, educational quality, and child development outcomes. The center uses Montessori methods, accepts multiple payment options, offers school pickup, and supports children with disabilities. One parent reported a negative interaction with staff related to miscommunication about drop-off times.

Caring and friendly staffstrong educational outcomesMontessori learning approach
Address
2714 Stalcup Rd, Fort Worth, TX
Phone
(817) 457-0608
Sonshine Ministries
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Sonshine Ministries receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the loving, nurturing environment, engaged staff, and educational curriculum. However, two recent reviews raise serious concerns about staff conduct and management credibility.

Warm and welcoming staffchild thrives socially and academicallylong-term dedicated teachers
Address
10201 Jerry Dunn Pkwy, Benbrook, TX
Phone
(817) 249-5614
Madt INC Dba Mansfield Montessori At Walnut Creek
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Mansfield Montessori receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the safe, clean facility, caring staff, and quality Montessori curriculum. Director Tiffany and teachers like Ms. Allison and Ms. Elaine are frequently highlighted for their attentiveness and communication. One parent reported a negative experience, citing lack of empathy toward their child with speech delay.

caring and attentive staffsafe and clean facilitystrong Montessori curriculum
Address
1098 Country Club Dr, Mansfield, TX
Phone
(817) 473-6568
The Apple Tree Daycare, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9
Address
201 E Lovett St, Edinburg, TX
Phone
(956) 383-6203
Mary'S Express Learning Center No. 2
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Mary's Express Learning Center No. 2 receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff and director, quality curriculum, and safe learning environment. Children are reported to be happy, feel loved, and show measurable academic and social growth. Parents emphasize feeling confident leaving their children in the center's care.

caring and professional staffattentive director and ownerstructured curriculum
Address
11037 W 7 Mile Line, Mission, TX
Phone
(956) 580-1030
Kid'Z First Child Care Center, INC No. 2
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Kid'z First Child Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with five 5-star reviews praising the caring staff, family-like environment, and educational quality. However, one negative review describes unprofessional and rude behavior from staff during an enrollment inquiry and raises security concerns about pickup procedures.

Caring and family-oriented stafflong-term reliabilityeducational quality
Address
122 S Alton Blvd, Alton, TX
Phone
(956) 581-7030
Royal Education Center, L.L.C.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Royal Education Center receives consistently high praise from parents who trust the facility with their children from infancy through school age. Parents highlight the experienced, caring staff, clean and organized environment, strong curriculum including bilingual instruction, and excellent communication. The center is described as becoming an extension of the family, with children consistently happy to attend.

Experienced and patient staffclean and organized facilitiesstrong bilingual curriculum
Address
1402 S Jackson Rd, Mcallen, TX
Phone
(956) 630-0340
Las Palmas Montessori Child Care Center #2
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Las Palmas Montessori Child Care Center #2 receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, safe environment, and educational approach, reporting happy children. However, serious concerns have been raised about staff negligence, supervision during transportation, missing video evidence of an injury incident, and questionable nap time practices.

Caring and professional staffchildren happy and eager to attendMontessori learning tools
Address
714 E Griffin Pkwy, Mission, TX
Phone
(956) 581-9395
Calhoun County Ymca Jr Afterschool Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Reviews are mixed with significant inconsistencies. Most reviewers praise the facilities, cleanliness, and friendly staff. However, negative reviews cite staff inattentiveness, operational issues like early closures, and unresponsive customer service regarding membership cancellations.

Fabulous facilitiesfriendly staffclean facility
Address
1512 Jackson St, Port Lavaca, TX
Phone
(361) 220-0114
Kidz Korner Drop-In Child Care, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Kidz Korner for creating a safe, welcoming environment where children feel comfortable and happy. Staff members, including owner Sierra and teacher Emily, are noted for being kind, patient, and attentive to individual needs. The facility offers flexible hours, reasonable pricing, and maintains cleanliness with detailed communication to parents.

Caring and attentive staffflexible hoursreasonable/affordable pricing
Address
21195b Ih 35, Kyle, TX
Phone
(512) 504-9831
First Step INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

First Step Inc receives consistently high praise from parents who report their children are happy, engaged, and learning through a structured curriculum. Parents highlight the caring, attentive teachers and directors, strong communication, and inclusive practices like sign language instruction. The center has been a trusted provider in San Marcos for over two decades.

Structured curriculum with consistent daily structureengaging teachers and staffstrong communication through photo/update apps
Address
4003 Hunter Rd, San Marcos, TX
Phone
(512) 353-4177

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Frequently asked questions

There are 6,857 child daycare & preschools daycares across Texas. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Texas are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Texas's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Texas, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Texas sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Texas vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.