Best Daycares in Killeen, TX — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 11 daycares and childcare centers in Killeen based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Killeen

  1. #1 — St. Christopher's Episcopal School Score: 77%

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

  2. #2 — Excellent Covenant Christian Academy Score: 77%

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

  3. #3 — Education Connection Preschool Score: 66%

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

  4. #4 — The Schools at Children's Tree House Score: 63%

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

  5. #5 — Little Minds Big Thoughts LLC Score: 63%

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

  6. #6 — Premier Prep Preschool Score: 63%

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

  7. #7 — God's Shining Light Preschool LLC Score: 63%

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  8. #8 — The Great Play Place Score: 60%

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

  9. #9 — Little Lambs Learning Academy Score: 57%

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

  10. #10 — Adventure time Score: 40%

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

  11. #11 — Quality Time Day Care Score: 29%

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. 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 Killeen?
St. Christopher's Episcopal School is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Killeen 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 Killeen?
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 Killeen?
Childcare costs in Killeen 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.