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Best Before or After School Daycare in Decatur, TX

Compare 3 before or after school daycare in Decatur. Average rating: 4.03/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Decatur, Texas at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.03/5
Parent reviews
11
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Decatur offers 3 licensed before or after school daycare, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 4.03/5.The largest concentration is in 76234 with 8 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Decatur

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
    Wise Owls Learning Center
    4.38 score
    4.7(6)

    805 S College Ave, Decatur, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 76 children

    Parents consistently praise Wise Owls Learning Center for its caring staff and quality educational environment. Children enjoy attending and are reported to learn new skills. Multiple families have kept their children enrolled for 2+ years.

    Dedicated and attentive teachersfamily-like atmospherestrong learning environmentcaring owner and staff

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Decatur

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.2avg rating
4 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
3 daycares

Headstart Programs

3.7avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Decatur zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
762348
4.03
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Decatur (50–143 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

0

Map

Daycare types in Decatur

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 3

Before or After School Daycare in Decatur, Texas

There are 3 before or after school daycare in Decatur, Texas, making up 38% of the 8 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 Decatur have an average rating of 4.03 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.2 stars. Our analysis covers 11 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Decatur, 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 Decatur

Showing 3 results

Learning Ladder II Carson Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2100 Business 81, Decatur, TX
Phone
(940) 393-5292
Young Elementary Learning Ladder
Before or After School Daycare
Address
379 County Road 4191, Decatur, TX
Phone
(940) 393-5292
Learning Ladder III Rann Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1300 Deer Park Rd, Decatur, TX
Phone
(940) 393-5292

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 before or after school daycares in Decatur, Texas, out of 8 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 Decatur have an average Google rating of 4.03 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Decatur, 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
Decatur offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Decatur for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Decatur 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.