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Best Before or After School Daycare in Texarkana, AR

Compare 4 before or after school daycare in Texarkana. Average rating: 4.54/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Texarkana, Arkansas at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.54/5
Parent reviews
54
Top rated (4.5+)
6

Texarkana has 4 licensed before or after school daycare with 54 parent reviews averaging 4.54/5.6 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 60% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 71854 zip code, averaging 4.54 stars across 15 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Texarkana

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
    Clark Weekday Program
    4.71 score
    5(12)

    400 East 6th Street, Texarkana, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 88 children

    Parents consistently praise Clark Weekday Program for its nurturing, Christian-based learning environment and quality care. Reviews highlight strong academic preparation for kindergarten, effective teacher-parent communication, and children's enthusiasm for attending. Multiple reviewers with education backgrounds affirm the program's educational standards and developmental approach.

    Loving and caring staffstrong academic preparation for kindergartenChristian environmenteffective parent communication
  2. 2
    Washington Abc Preschool
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    1900 Marietta, Texarkana, AR · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 215 children

    Washington ABC Preschool receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise it as an enriching, well-organized facility. Parents highlight the cleanliness, helpful staff, and community engagement through events like the Valentine's Sock Hop.

    organizedcleanhelpful staffkind staff
  3. 3
    Texarkana Early Childhood 3-5 Program
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    1900 Marietta St., Texarkana, AR · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 34 children

    Parents consistently praise Texarkana Early Childhood 3-5 Program as an organized, clean facility with caring staff. Reviewers highlight the program's positive impact on children and community engagement through well-executed events.

    organizedclean facilityhelpful and kind staffenriching environment for children
  4. 4
    Jamisons Center Of Kindness
    4.05 score
    4.1(5)

    1101 Couch Street, Texarkana, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

    Jamisons Center of Kindness is a well-regarded facility in Texarkana offering academic support, meals, and recreational activities for youth. Parents praise the kind staff, including Mr. and Mrs. Sanders, and highlight the variety of programs and amenities available. The center serves as a community outreach resource for both sides of the city.

    Kind and wonderful staffacademic helpmeals provideddiverse activities (art
  5. 5
    Little Angels Playland Daycare
    3.61 score
    3.5(18)

    1400 Dudley Street, Texarkana, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    Parents consistently praise Little Angels Playland Daycare for its caring, professional staff and safe, nurturing environment. Multiple reviewers highlight the strong bonds their children form with staff members and express high satisfaction with the quality of care and early education provided. The facility appears to offer flexible scheduling and accommodates various family needs.

    caring and professional staffsafe and clean environmentstrong staff-child relationshipsearly education support

Rating Distribution

Based on 10 daycares with Google ratings in Texarkana

4.5 - 5.0
6
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.42avg rating
11 daycares · 8 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
4 daycares · 2 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Texarkana zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
7185415
4.54
6

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Texarkana (25–215 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

5

Large

76–150 children

6

Very Large

150+ children

2

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Texarkana based on parent reviews

Washington Abc Preschool

5(5)

1900 Marietta, Texarkana, AR

Washington ABC Preschool receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise it as an enriching, well-organized facility. Parents highlight the cleanliness, helpful staff, and community engagement through events like the Valentine's Sock Hop.

organizedcleanhelpful staff

Texarkana Early Childhood 3-5 Program

5(5)

1900 Marietta St., Texarkana, AR

Parents consistently praise Texarkana Early Childhood 3-5 Program as an organized, clean facility with caring staff. Reviewers highlight the program's positive impact on children and community engagement through well-executed events.

organizedclean facilityhelpful and kind staff

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Daycare types in Texarkana

Child Daycare & Preschools 11Before or After School Daycare 4

Before or After School Daycare in Texarkana, Arkansas

There are 4 before or after school daycare in Texarkana, Arkansas, making up 27% of the 15 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 Texarkana have an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 across 10 rated facilities, with 60% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 54 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Texarkana, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Before or After School Daycare in Texarkana

Showing 4 results

Washington Abc Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
5

Washington ABC Preschool receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise it as an enriching, well-organized facility. Parents highlight the cleanliness, helpful staff, and community engagement through events like the Valentine's Sock Hop.

organizedcleanhelpful staff
Address
1900 Marietta, Texarkana, AR
Phone
(870) 773-0995
Texarkana Early Childhood 3-5 Program
Before or After School Daycare
5

Parents consistently praise Texarkana Early Childhood 3-5 Program as an organized, clean facility with caring staff. Reviewers highlight the program's positive impact on children and community engagement through well-executed events.

organizedclean facilityhelpful and kind staff
Address
1900 Marietta St., Texarkana, AR
Phone
(870) 397-2410
Genoa Central School District 1
Before or After School Daycare
Address
12472 Highway 196, Texarkana, AR
Phone
(870) 653-4343
Trinity Christian School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3107 Trinity Blvd, Texarkana, AR
Phone
(870) 779-1009

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 before or after school daycares in Texarkana, Arkansas, out of 15 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Texarkana have an average Google rating of 4.54 out of 5 across 10 rated facilities. About 60% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Texarkana, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Arkansas's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Arkansas)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Texarkana offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 4 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 Arkansas 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 Texarkana for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Texarkana must be licensed by Arkansas'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.