How do I choose the right daycare in Abilene?

When choosing a daycare in Abilene, 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 Abilene?

Abilene offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 26 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Church Daycare — 2 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.

Before or After School Daycare in Abilene, Texas (11 Results)

Q: 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 Abilene for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Abilene

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.

Wylie Baptist Church Cdc

4.64 score

4.8(20)

6097 Buffalo Gap Rd, Abilene, TX · Church Daycare · Capacity: 150 children

Note: The reviews provided are for Wylie Baptist Church, not its Child Development Center (CDC). Reviews praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, Bible-centered teaching, and community programs. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting friendly staff and inclusive environment.

Welcoming and friendly atmospheresolid Bible-based teachingprograms for all agesinclusive community

Blest Beginnings

4.53 score

4.7(15)

2500 S 27th St, Abilene, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 68 children

The reviews provided appear to be for a church rather than a daycare center. No actual daycare reviews are available for Blest Beginnings in Abilene, Texas. The facility's Google rating shows 0 reviews.

None mentioned for daycare services

Aldersgate Umc Mdo

4.48 score

4.6(20)

1741 Sayles Blvd, Abilene, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 116 children

Aldersgate UMC MDO is highly praised by parents as a welcoming faith-based community with excellent children's programs and preschool services. Parents consistently highlight the caring nature of staff and congregation members, as well as the positive spiritual environment for children. The facility is described as a supportive church family that extends care to the broader community.

welcoming environmentcaring staff and congregationexcellent children's programsstrong faith-based instruction

Mosaic Church Mother'S Day Out

4.26 score

4.4(9)

6610 Us Highway 277 S, Abilene, TX · Church Daycare · Capacity: 50 children

Mosaic Church Mother's Day Out received mixed reviews. Most parents praised the caring, loving staff, clean facility, and welcoming community atmosphere. However, the program faced significant criticism for abruptly closing with minimal notice via email, with parents alleging discriminatory hiring practices and poor communication from leadership.

Kind and involved staffclean facilitysecure/locked doorswelcoming community

Rainbow Bible School

4.2 score

4.4(5)

733 E North 16th St, Abilene, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 150 children

Parents consistently praise Rainbow Bible School for its loving, educational environment and experienced staff. Multiple reviewers highlight the school's positive impact on their children's development and express high satisfaction with the curriculum and safety measures. All five reviews are 5-star ratings.

Loving environmentexperienced teacherseducational curriculumsafety

Kids On Maple St., LLC

4.15 score

4.2(15)

2450 Maple St, Abilene, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children

Kids on Maple St. receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, attentive staff led by owner Kim and her husband Mark. Parents report significant developmental improvements in their children, particularly in speech and potty training, along with strong communication and a structured, clean environment. The facility maintains high staff-to-child ratios and implements a curriculum-based educational approach.

Caring and attentive staffstrong developme

Ymca Redbud Park

4.08 score

4.1(20)

3125 S 32nd St, Abilene, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 221 children

YMCA Redbud Park is highly praised as a comprehensive family recreation facility featuring clean, modern amenities and friendly, attentive staff. Parents consistently highlight the quality of the indoor swimming pool, gym equipment, and various classes, as well as the caring nature of caregivers like Kelly and Cassi. The facility offers excellent value with numerous amenities for all age groups.

Clean facilitiesfriendly staffwell-maintained indoor poolmodern gym equipment

His Little Angels

3.94 score

3.9(7)

6000 Buffalo Gap Rd, Abilene, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 142 children

His Little Angels is a center-based daycare in Abilene, Texas with mostly positive feedback. The majority of parents praise the caring staff, affordable pricing, live camera access, and enriching activities. However, two negative reviews cite poor customer service and concerns about staff conduct in the infant room.

Kind and professional director and staffaffordable pricinglive camera monitoring via appfield trips twice weekly (bowling

Pioneer Drive Cdc

3.84 score

3.7(6)

750 Buccaneer Dr, Abilene, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 225 children

Pioneer Drive CDC receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the caring staff, safe environment, and quality curriculum. However, two parents reported serious concerns including a chemical burn incident involving inadequate safety protocols and poor administrative handling, along with complaints about rude staff interactions and billing issues.

Caring and supportive staffsafe and loving environmentoutstanding curriculumlong-term positive experiences

David Crockett Early Head Start

3.83 score

3.7(7)

3282 S 13th St, Abilene, TX · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 164 children

David Crockett Early Head Start has mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise caring staff, safe environment, and child development support. However, negative reviews describe serious concerns including alleged harassment, inadequate potty training support, and a case involving misidentification of Mongolian spots as abuse resulting in child removal.

Caring and sweet staffsafe environmentsupportive for working parentschild growth and development

Before or After School Daycare in Abilene, Texas

There are 11 before or after school daycare in Abilene, Texas, making up 28% of the 40 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 Abilene, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 11 before or after school daycares in Abilene, Texas, out of 40 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 Abilene, 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

Abilene offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 26 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Church Daycare — 2 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 Abilene for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Abilene 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.

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