Best Daycares in Denton, TX — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 12 daycares and childcare centers in Denton based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Denton

  1. #1 — Learn N Play Preschool Score: 77%

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

  2. #2 — DreamSpark Academy Score: 77%

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

  3. #3 — Wild Hearts Community School Score: 77%

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

  4. #4 — Adventureland Early Learning Center Score: 63%

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

  5. #5 — Tender Loving Care Preschool Score: 63%

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  6. #6 — Countryside Montessori Score: 60%

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

  7. #7 — Alphabet Academy of Denton TX Score: 60%

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

  8. #8 — Ann Windle School for Young Children Score: 60%

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

  9. #9 — Denton Christian Preschool Score: 60%

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

  10. #10 — The Children's Place Score: 60%

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

  11. #11 — Little Dove Montessori School Score: 60%

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

  12. #12 — Cornerstone Cooperative Preschool Score: 60%

    Programs: Preschool, Elementary school, School. 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 Denton?
Learn N Play Preschool is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Denton 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 Denton?
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 Denton?
Childcare costs in Denton 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.