Best Daycares in Katy, TX — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 50 daycares and childcare centers in Katy based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Katy

  1. #1 — Treasure Cove Preschool Score: 77%

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

  2. #2 — Crosspoint Christian School Score: 77%

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

  3. #3 — Rising Star Academy Katy Score: 77%

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

  4. #4 — Acuarela Kidz Academy Score: 77%

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

  5. #5 — Children's Lighthouse of Cinco Ranch Score: 77%

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

  6. #6 — Sugar Creek Montessori of Katy Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, School, Home service. View full profile →

  7. #7 — First Steps Learning Center Score: 77%

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

  8. #8 — St. Peter's ECDC Score: 77%

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

  9. #9 — Scribbles Academy Score: 77%

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

  10. #10 — Primrose School of Cinco Ranch Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Private school. View full profile →

  11. #11 — Katy's Early Childhood Enrichment Center Score: 77%

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

  12. #12 — The Goddard School Score: 77%

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

  13. #13 — Alianza Preschool Cinco Ranch Score: 77%

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

  14. #14 — Spanish Schoolhouse Score: 77%

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

  15. #15 — Primrose School of Kelliwood Score: 77%

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

  16. #16 — Best Kids Academy Score: 77%

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

  17. #17 — Little Saints Children's Academy Score: 77%

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

  18. #18 — Little Builders International Academy Score: 77%

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

  19. #19 — Kids 'R' Kids Learning Academy of Franz Road Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. View full profile →

  20. #20 — HCKaty Child Development Center Score: 77%

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

  21. #21 — Kids 'R' Kids Learning Academy of Mason and Clay Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, School, Education. View full profile →

  22. #22 — Grace Preschool Score: 76%

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

  23. #23 — Amazing Explorers Academy Elyson Score: 71%

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

  24. #24 — Foundations Academy of Cinco Ranch Score: 70%

    Programs: Preschool, School, Education. View full profile →

  25. #25 — Standard Bearers Preschool Score: 69%

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

  26. #26 — Sparkling Minds Preschool Academy Score: 69%

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

  27. #27 — Katy Little Scholars Montessori Score: 66%

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

  28. #28 — Creative World School Score: 66%

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

  29. #29 — New Hope Child Development Center Score: 63%

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

  30. #30 — Heritage International Montessori Score: 63%

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. 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 →

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Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in Katy?
Treasure Cove Preschool is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Katy 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 Katy?
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 Katy?
Childcare costs in Katy 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.