Best Daycares in Texas — 2026 Rankings

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

Top Daycares in Texas

  1. #1 — iKids Roberts Elementary Score: 13/100

    HOUSTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists iKids Roberts Elementary 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 7136655200.

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  2. #2 — Little Wonder Academy Score: 13/100

    SAN ANTONIO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Little Wonder Academy 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 2106385800.

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  3. #3 — YMCA at Legacy Elementary Score: 13/100

    GODLEY, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists YMCA at Legacy Elementary in GODLEY, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 8178256225.

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  4. #4 — Acres Grove Nature School Score: 13/100

    ROUND ROCK, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Acres Grove Nature School in ROUND ROCK, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 5123811940.

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  5. #5 — Jubilee Harlingen Head Start Score: 13/100

    HARLINGEN, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Jubilee Harlingen Head Start in HARLINGEN, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9562535689.

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  6. #6 — AlphaBEST @ Perrin Northwest Score: 13/100

    JUSTIN, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists AlphaBEST @ Perrin Northwest in JUSTIN, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9795711665.

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  7. #7 — Mi Casita Montessori School Score: 13/100

    CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Mi Casita Montessori School 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 3619911492.

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  8. #8 — Aspire Early Childhood Development Center Score: 13/100

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

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  9. #9 — La Paloma Head Start Score: 13/100

    SAN BENITO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists La Paloma Head Start in SAN BENITO, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9562762691.

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  10. #10 — La Maternelle French Academy Score: 13/100

    HOUSTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists La Maternelle French Academy 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 2815897400.

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  11. #11 — AlphaBEST @ West-Aubrey Score: 13/100

    AUBREY, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists AlphaBEST @ West-Aubrey in AUBREY, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 8663007750.

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  12. #12 — AlphaBEST @ Bothwell - Celina Score: 13/100

    CELINA, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists AlphaBEST @ Bothwell - Celina in CELINA, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 8663007550.

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  13. #13 — YMCA @ Rainwater Elementary Score: 13/100

    CARROLLTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists YMCA @ Rainwater Elementary in CARROLLTON, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 4699029076.

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  14. #14 — YMCA @ Country Place Elementary Score: 13/100

    CARROLLTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists YMCA @ Country Place Elementary in CARROLLTON, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 4699029076.

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  15. #15 — YMCA @ Riverchase Elementary Score: 13/100

    COPPELL, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists YMCA @ Riverchase Elementary in COPPELL, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 4699029076.

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  16. #16 — San Gabriel YMCA of Central Texas Score: 13/100

    LIBERTY HILL, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists San Gabriel YMCA of Central Texas in LIBERTY HILL, 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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  17. #17 — YMCA @ Paula Walker Elementary Score: 13/100

    ROYSE CITY, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists YMCA @ Paula Walker Elementary in ROYSE CITY, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 4693489622.

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  18. #18 — Hisle YMCA of Central Texas Score: 13/100

    LEANDER, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Hisle YMCA of Central Texas 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 5122469622.

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  19. #19 — YMCA @ Las Colinas Elementary Score: 13/100

    IRVING, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists YMCA @ Las Colinas Elementary 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 4699029076.

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  20. #20 — Tierra Rosa YMCA of Central Texas Score: 13/100

    LIBERTY HILL, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Tierra Rosa YMCA of Central Texas in LIBERTY HILL, 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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  21. #21 — MISD Malvern Preschool Score: 13/100

    MCKINNEY, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists MISD Malvern Preschool 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 4693025316.

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  22. #22 — The Kessler School Early Childhood Center Score: 13/100

    DALLAS, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists The Kessler School Early Childhood Center 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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  23. #23 — Cullen EAC YMCA Score: 13/100

    KYLE, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Cullen EAC YMCA in KYLE, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 5122369622.

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  24. #24 — Lightbridge Academy of Plano Score: 13/100

    PLANO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Lightbridge Academy of Plano in PLANO, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9454682700.

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  25. #25 — Highland Forest Daycare and Early Learning Center Score: 13/100

    DICKINSON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Highland Forest Daycare and Early Learning Center in DICKINSON, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center.

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  26. #26 — Odyssey Early Learning- Corpus Christi Score: 13/100

    CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Odyssey Early Learning- Corpus Christi in CORPUS CHRISTI, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center.

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  27. #27 — Mia Mia LLC Score: 13/100

    AUSTIN, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Mia Mia LLC 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 5129948420.

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  28. #28 — Campus Kids @ West Elementary School Score: 13/100

    CYPRESS, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Campus Kids @ West Elementary School in CYPRESS, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 2814688013.

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  29. #29 — Creative Playhouse Kids 1 Score: 13/100

    HOUSTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Creative Playhouse Kids 1 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 3465705906.

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  30. #30 — YMCA at Pleasant View Elementary Score: 6/100

    JOSHUA, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists YMCA at Pleasant View Elementary in JOSHUA, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 8173359622.

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  31. #31 — Learning Depot 2 Score: 6/100

    WICHITA FALLS, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Learning Depot 2 in WICHITA FALLS, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9402287048.

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  32. #32 — KCE Champions LLC@ ILTX Heritage Score: 6/100

    GRAND PRAIRIE, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists KCE Champions LLC@ ILTX Heritage in GRAND PRAIRIE, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 2143018011.

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  33. #33 — New Life Ministry DBA Discovery Kidz Score: 6/100

    PASADENA, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists New Life Ministry DBA Discovery Kidz in PASADENA, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 7139109100.

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  34. #34 — Explorers Learning Center at Candy Cane Corner Score: 6/100

    CORSICANA, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Explorers Learning Center at Candy Cane Corner in CORSICANA, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center.

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  35. #35 — YMCA at West Early Learners Academy Score: 6/100

    WHITE SETTLEMENT, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists YMCA at West Early Learners Academy in WHITE SETTLEMENT, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center.

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  36. #36 — Laci's Little Learners Score: 6/100

    CHILDRESS, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Laci's Little Learners in CHILDRESS, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 8064748230.

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  37. #37 — YMCA @ Jimmie Ray Elementary Score: 6/100

    WAXAHACHIE, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists YMCA @ Jimmie Ray Elementary in WAXAHACHIE, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 4693489622.

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  38. #38 — Little Champions Childcare Score: 6/100

    HURST, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Little Champions Childcare in HURST, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 8175103338.

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  39. #39 — The PREP School of Bailey Ranch Score: 6/100

    ALEDO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists The PREP School of Bailey Ranch in ALEDO, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 8179857737.

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  40. #40 — MZAS Little People Score: 6/100

    PORT ARTHUR, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists MZAS Little People in PORT ARTHUR, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 4092170117.

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  41. #41 — Children?s Garden Daycare & Learning Center Score: 6/100

    PALMVIEW, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Children?s Garden Daycare & Learning Center in PALMVIEW, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center.

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

    MIDLAND, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Little Honey Beezzz Learning Center in MIDLAND, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 4322620184.

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  43. #43 — Kinderland Daycare Score: 6/100

    HOUSTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Kinderland Daycare 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 5743338933.

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  44. #44 — KCE Champions LLC @KIPP Zenith Score: 6/100

    HOUSTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists KCE Champions LLC @KIPP Zenith 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 2817978334.

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  45. #45 — A Bright Beginning Learning Center Score: 6/100

    NEW BRAUNFELS, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists A Bright Beginning Learning Center in NEW BRAUNFELS, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center.

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  46. #46 — Foundation Early Learning Center Score: 6/100

    BROWNSBORO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Foundation Early 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 9038526711.

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  47. #47 — TMC TOTS Score: 6/100

    HOUSTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists TMC TOTS 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 5044445349.

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  48. #48 — EJ'S Kids Daycare and Learning Center LLC Score: 6/100

    SAN ANTONIO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists EJ'S Kids Daycare and Learning Center LLC in SAN ANTONIO, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center.

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

    SAN JUAN, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Little Stars Learning Center 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 9562234700.

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  50. #50 — Bright Start Early Learning Center Score: 6/100

    ELGIN, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Bright Start Early Learning Center in ELGIN, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 7372686401.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best daycare in Texas?
iKids Roberts Elementary 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.