Best Daycares in Texas — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 50 daycares and childcare centers across 239 cities in Texas.

Top Daycares in Texas

  1. #1 — Steiner Ranch YMCA of Central Texas Score: 13/100

    AUSTIN, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Steiner Ranch YMCA of Central Texas in AUSTIN, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 5122469622.

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  2. #2 — Kids-R-Kids #2 - Kings River Score: 13/100

    HUMBLE, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Kids-R-Kids #2 - Kings River in HUMBLE, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 2818122882.

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  3. #3 — Guidance Preparatory Academy Score: 13/100

    BARTONVILLE, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Guidance Preparatory Academy in BARTONVILLE, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9404557123.

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  4. #4 — Davenn LLC DBA First Steps Learning Center Score: 13/100

    HOUSTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Davenn LLC DBA First Steps Learning Center in HOUSTON, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center.

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  5. #5 — Neighborhood Christian Learning Center of Pleasant Grove Score: 13/100

    DALLAS, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Neighborhood Christian Learning Center of Pleasant Grove in DALLAS, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center.

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  6. #6 — Armenta's Early Childhood Development II Score: 13/100

    HOUSTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Armenta's Early Childhood Development II in HOUSTON, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center.

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  7. #7 — San Vicente ISD Early Learning Center Score: 13/100

    BIG BEND NATIONAL PA, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists San Vicente ISD Early Learning Center in BIG BEND NATIONAL PA, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center.

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  8. #8 — Ripley Do-Das Learning Center Score: 13/100

    LUBBOCK, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Ripley Do-Das Learning Center in LUBBOCK, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 8067980610.

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  9. #9 — Purl YMCA of Central Texas Score: 13/100

    GEORGETOWN, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Purl YMCA of Central Texas in GEORGETOWN, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 5122469622.

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  10. #10 — Cooper YMCA of Central Texas Score: 13/100

    GEORGETOWN, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Cooper YMCA of Central Texas in GEORGETOWN, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 5122469622.

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  11. #11 — Gonzales YMCA After School Program Score: 13/100

    GONZALES, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Gonzales YMCA After School Program in GONZALES, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 8302632885.

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  12. #12 — Kidz Learning Kampus Score: 13/100

    HOUSTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Kidz Learning Kampus in HOUSTON, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 8326728706.

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  13. #13 — Lightbridge Academy Katy Score: 13/100

    KATY, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Lightbridge Academy Katy in KATY, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 2817691230.

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  14. #14 — KID CITY USA FRIENDSWOOD Score: 6/100

    FRIENDSWOOD, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists KID CITY USA FRIENDSWOOD in FRIENDSWOOD, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 8325694674.

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  15. #15 — Shining Stars Learning Academy LLC Score: 6/100

    LAREDO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Shining Stars Learning Academy LLC in LAREDO, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9565680472.

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  16. #16 — My Tiny Hearts Score: 6/100

    CORSICANA, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists My Tiny Hearts in CORSICANA, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 2146504306.

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  17. #17 — Buddhas Light Private School Score: 6/100

    RICHARDSON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Buddhas Light Private School in RICHARDSON, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9729078180.

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  18. #18 — Ruth Academy Score: 6/100

    IRVING, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Ruth Academy in IRVING, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 4693219856.

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  19. #19 — Grandma Nelly's Learning Center L.L.C Score: 6/100

    WESLACO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Grandma Nelly's Learning Center L.L.C in WESLACO, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9568544710.

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  20. #20 — Terri's Treehouse Daycare Score: 6/100

    LEVELLAND, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Terri's Treehouse Daycare in LEVELLAND, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 8065986879.

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  21. #21 — El Castillo Learning Center Score: 6/100

    SOMERVILLE, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists El Castillo Learning Center in SOMERVILLE, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9793155400.

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  22. #22 — The Learning Experience Score: 6/100

    LEANDER, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists The Learning Experience in LEANDER, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 5123253752.

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  23. #23 — Kids R Kids of Missouri City (DBA) Score: 6/100

    MISSOURI CITY, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Kids R Kids of Missouri City (DBA) in MISSOURI CITY, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center.

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  24. #24 — TALENTS CHILD CARE CENTER # 2 Score: 6/100

    HOUSTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists TALENTS CHILD CARE CENTER # 2 in HOUSTON, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 2816705984.

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  25. #25 — DBA Lil People Adventures Score: 6/100

    TYLER, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists DBA Lil People Adventures in TYLER, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9036302617.

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  26. #26 — Homework House Score: 6/100

    MCKINNEY, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Homework House in MCKINNEY, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 4694004500.

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  27. #27 — The Mills Childcare Center Score: 6/100

    CADDO MILLS, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists The Mills Childcare Center in CADDO MILLS, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9035272300.

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  28. #28 — ABC Child Educare LLC Score: 6/100

    MCALLEN, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists ABC Child Educare LLC in MCALLEN, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9565303155.

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  29. #29 — Inspired Designs Educational Learning Lounge 2 Score: 6/100

    KILLEEN, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Inspired Designs Educational Learning Lounge 2 in KILLEEN, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center.

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  30. #30 — Brilliant Butterflies Academy, LLC Score: 6/100

    GARLAND, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Brilliant Butterflies Academy, LLC in GARLAND, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 2144402406.

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  31. #31 — Trusting Hands Learning Center #2 Score: 6/100

    UNIVERSAL CITY, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Trusting Hands Learning Center #2 in UNIVERSAL CITY, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center.

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  32. #32 — Little Bear Learning Academy Score: 6/100

    BAIRD, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Little Bear Learning Academy in BAIRD, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 3253704498.

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  33. #33 — Keene ISD Little Leaders Academy Score: 6/100

    KEENE, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Keene ISD Little Leaders Academy in KEENE, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 8177745476.

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  34. #34 — Kiddie Corner Learning Academy 2 Score: 6/100

    SAN ANTONIO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Kiddie Corner Learning Academy 2 in SAN ANTONIO, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 2106487146.

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  35. #35 — Childrens Imagination Academy LLC Score: 6/100

    PALMVIEW, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Childrens Imagination Academy LLC in PALMVIEW, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9562052765.

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  36. #36 — Kinder College Learning Academy ? Richmond Score: 6/100

    RICHMOND, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Kinder College Learning Academy ? Richmond in RICHMOND, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center.

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  37. #37 — GINGERBREAD HOUSE INSTITUTE MONTESSORI LLC Score: 6/100

    EDINBURG, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists GINGERBREAD HOUSE INSTITUTE MONTESSORI LLC in EDINBURG, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center.

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  38. #38 — Lionheart Children's Academy at Eagles View Score: 6/100

    FORT WORTH, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Lionheart Children's Academy at Eagles View in FORT WORTH, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center.

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  39. #39 — Just for Tots 5 Score: 6/100

    KILLEEN, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Just for Tots 5 in KILLEEN, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 2546805011.

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  40. #40 — The Learning Express Score: 6/100

    SAN JUAN, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists The Learning Express in SAN JUAN, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9567027106.

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  41. #41 — AISD Odom Third Base Score: 6/100

    AUSTIN, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists AISD Odom Third Base in AUSTIN, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 5124140220.

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  42. #42 — Little Bears Learning Center Score: 6/100

    BROWNSBORO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Little Bears Learning Center in BROWNSBORO, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9038522350.

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  43. #43 — Stepping Stones Academy Score: 6/100

    CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Stepping Stones Academy in CORPUS CHRISTI, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 3618341099.

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  44. #44 — Colors Daycare Center Score: 6/100

    MCALLEN, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Colors Daycare Center in MCALLEN, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9566180071.

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  45. #45 — Metropolitan Christian Academy Score: 6/100

    DALLAS, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Metropolitan Christian Academy in DALLAS, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 2143752227.

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  46. #46 — Carrusel Daycare Center Score: 6/100

    MISSION, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Carrusel Daycare Center in MISSION, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9565853247.

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  47. #47 — Rise and Shine Learning Center Inc. Score: 6/100

    TILDEN, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Rise and Shine Learning Center Inc. in TILDEN, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 3612743202.

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  48. #48 — Raider Days Score: 6/100

    LUMBERTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Raider Days in LUMBERTON, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 4096736771.

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  49. #49 — Little Angels Learning Center #2 Score: 6/100

    ZAPATA, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Little Angels Learning Center #2 in ZAPATA, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9567503262.

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  50. #50 — Maple Tree Kids Daycare LLC Score: 6/100

    ROSENBERG, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Maple Tree Kids Daycare LLC in ROSENBERG, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 2818329164.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best daycare in Texas?
Steiner Ranch YMCA of Central Texas has the highest Directory information score among the listings on this results page. This does not establish service quality or suitability. See the full statewide ranked list above.
How many daycares are ranked in Texas?
We have ranked 50 daycares and childcare centers across 239 cities in Texas. Rankings are computed by Directory information score and updated regularly.