Best Daycares in Abilene, TX — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 10 daycares and childcare centers in Abilene based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Abilene

  1. #1 — Rainbow Bible School Score: 86%

    Rainbow Bible School is a childcare center in Abilene, TX. Programs include Preschool, religious organization, school. Website: http://rbsabilene.org/.

    Programs: Preschool, Religious organization, School. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Long Early Learning Center Score: 84%

    Long Early Learning Center is a childcare center in Abilene, TX. Programs include Preschool, elementary school, school. Website: https://www.abileneisd.org/o/lelc.

    Programs: Preschool, Elementary school, School. View full profile →

  3. #3 — David Crockett Early Head Start Score: 84%

    David Crockett Early Head Start is a childcare center in Abilene, TX. Programs include Preschool, home service, elementary school. Website: https://www.abileneisd.org/o/cehs.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Elementary school. View full profile →

  4. #4 — Children Come First Score: 80%

    Children Come First is a childcare center in Abilene, TX. Programs include Preschool, religious organization, church cathedral. Website: http://fccabilenetx.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, Religious organization, Church cathedral. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Crockett Early Headstart Score: 76%

    Crockett Early Headstart is a childcare center in Abilene, TX. Programs include Preschool. Website: https://www.abileneisd.org/early-childhood/our-campuses/crockett-early-head-start.

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  6. #6 — Little Saints Early Childhood Score: 71%

    Little Saints Early Childhood is a childcare center in Abilene, TX. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.little-saints.org/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  7. #7 — Mother's Day Out Score: 71%

    Mother's Day Out is a childcare center in Abilene, TX. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.fumcabilene.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  8. #8 — Ready Steps Preschool Ministry Score: 71%

    Ready Steps Preschool Ministry is a childcare center in Abilene, TX. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.readystepspreschool.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  9. #9 — First Friends Preschool-First Baptist Church Abilene Score: 66%

    First Friends Preschool-First Baptist Church Abilene is a childcare center in Abilene, TX. Programs include Preschool, day care preschool, home service. Website: http://fbcabilene.org.

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  10. #10 — Happy Days School Score: 29%

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers

Our Guide Score percentage combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation such as NAEYC (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%), then normalizes across captured positive categories. Read our full methodology →

Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in Abilene?
Rainbow Bible School is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Abilene based on our Guide Score, which evaluates parent reviews, licensing status, accreditation, and quality signals. See the full ranked list above.
How are daycares ranked in Abilene?
Our Guide Score percentage combines weighted evidence from Google rating, review volume, web and contact presence, profile completeness, accreditation, press recognition, and years of operation, then normalizes across categories with captured positive evidence. There is no paid placement.
How much does daycare cost in Abilene?
Childcare costs in Abilene vary by program type and age group. Full-time infant care commonly ranges from $800–$2,500/month; preschool programs run $600–$1,800/month. Each center's profile page lists contact information for current rates.