Best Daycares in Texas — 2026 Rankings

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

Top Daycares in Texas

  1. #1 — Precious Stones Preschool Score: 13/100

    ALVIN, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Precious Stones Preschool in ALVIN, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 2817560990.

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  2. #2 — Gethsemane Lutheran MDO Score: 13/100

    HOUSTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Gethsemane Lutheran MDO 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 7136888346.

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  3. #3 — Nacogdoches Christian Academy Score: 13/100

    NACOGDOCHES, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Nacogdoches Christian Academy in NACOGDOCHES, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9364621021.

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  4. #4 — World of Color Development Center Score: 13/100

    BEAUMONT, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists World of Color Development Center in BEAUMONT, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 4098667164.

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  5. #5 — Play and Learn Christian Academy Score: 13/100

    DALLAS, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Play and Learn 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 2143817529.

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  6. #6 — Bright Beginnings Preschool Score: 13/100

    WIMBERLEY, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Bright Beginnings Preschool in WIMBERLEY, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 5128477924.

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  7. #7 — The Apple Tree School Score: 13/100

    HOUSTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists The Apple Tree School 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 2814446707.

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  8. #8 — First Friends Score: 13/100

    HALLSVILLE, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists First Friends in HALLSVILLE, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9036605025.

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  9. #9 — First Presbyterian Preschool Score: 13/100

    PASADENA, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists First Presbyterian Preschool 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 2819914020.

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  10. #10 — Little Tyke Santa Fe Score: 13/100

    WEATHERFORD, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Little Tyke Santa Fe in WEATHERFORD, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 8175967556.

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  11. #11 — North Austin Montessori School Score: 13/100

    AUSTIN, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists North Austin Montessori School 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 5128338877.

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  12. #12 — Islamic Education Center Score: 13/100

    HOUSTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Islamic Education Center 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 7137875000.

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  13. #13 — Wesley United Methodist Church Enrichment & Preschool Prog Score: 13/100

    GREENVILLE, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Wesley United Methodist Church Enrichment & Preschool Prog in GREENVILLE, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center.

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  14. #14 — Alden Bridge Presbyterian Preschool Score: 13/100

    CONROE, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Alden Bridge Presbyterian Preschool in CONROE, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9362660000.

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  15. #15 — Cleveland Street Head Start Score: 13/100

    AMARILLO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Cleveland Street Head Start in AMARILLO, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 8066775400.

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  16. #16 — Kidquarters Day School Score: 13/100

    IRVING, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Kidquarters Day School 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 9724385437.

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  17. #17 — Pathway Christian Academy Score: 13/100

    BURLESON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Pathway Christian Academy in BURLESON, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 8174472223.

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  18. #18 — Kreative Kids Academy, LLC Score: 13/100

    DALLAS, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Kreative Kids Academy, LLC 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 9722348810.

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  19. #19 — YMCA @ Denton Creek Elementary Score: 13/100

    COPPELL, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists YMCA @ Denton Creek 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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  20. #20 — Browning Head Start Center Score: 13/100

    HOUSTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Browning Head Start Center 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 7138691684.

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  21. #21 — YMCA After School Program @ Shadycrest Elementary Score: 13/100

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

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  22. #22 — Trimmier YMCA Score: 13/100

    KILLEEN, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Trimmier YMCA 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 2546909622.

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  23. #23 — Copperfield Church Preschool Score: 13/100

    HOUSTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Copperfield Church Preschool 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 2818539658.

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  24. #24 — Childtime Learning Centers Score: 13/100

    KATY, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Childtime Learning Centers 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 2816468330.

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  25. #25 — Childtime Learning Center Score: 6/100

    ROWLETT, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Childtime Learning Center in ROWLETT, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9724755611.

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  26. #26 — Ms Idas Child Care Center Score: 6/100

    WACO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Ms Idas Child Care Center in WACO, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 2547530195.

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  27. #27 — Academy of Little Scholars Score: 6/100

    HOUSTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Academy of Little Scholars 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 2818203332.

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  28. #28 — Building Blocks Preschool Score: 6/100

    KELLER, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Building Blocks Preschool in KELLER, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 8174315318.

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  29. #29 — First Step Learning Center Score: 6/100

    DALLAS, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists First Step Learning Center 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 2143528608.

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  30. #30 — Lil Angels Day Care Center Score: 6/100

    AUSTIN, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Lil Angels Day Care Center 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 5124535482.

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  31. #31 — Tiny Land Learning Academy Score: 6/100

    HOUSTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Tiny Land Learning 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 7136431409.

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  32. #32 — Eternity Christian Childcare Score: 6/100

    HOUSTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Eternity Christian Childcare 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 2819995107.

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  33. #33 — Little World Learning Center Score: 6/100

    BURKBURNETT, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Little World Learning Center in BURKBURNETT, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9405691777.

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  34. #34 — John H. Harris, Jr. Head Start Center Score: 6/100

    GRAND PRAIRIE, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists John H. Harris, Jr. Head Start Center in GRAND PRAIRIE, 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 — Noahs Ark Preschool Score: 6/100

    FAIRFIELD, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Noahs Ark Preschool in FAIRFIELD, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9033892980.

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  36. #36 — Childrens Courtyard Score: 6/100

    FORT WORTH, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Childrens Courtyard in FORT WORTH, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 8173187676.

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  37. #37 — Living Word Lutheran School Score: 6/100

    THE WOODLANDS, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Living Word Lutheran School in THE WOODLANDS, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 2813632628.

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  38. #38 — Flying Colors Learning CTR No 3 Score: 6/100

    EL PASO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Flying Colors Learning CTR No 3 in EL PASO, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9158458300.

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  39. #39 — Kings Kids Academy Score: 6/100

    IRVING, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Kings Kids 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 9722557181.

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  40. #40 — ST James Episcopal Montessori School Score: 6/100

    DALLAS, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists ST James Episcopal Montessori School 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 2143481349.

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  41. #41 — Alpine Christian Academy Score: 6/100

    LONGVIEW, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Alpine Christian Academy in LONGVIEW, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9037584995.

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  42. #42 — Wake Village Tiger Learning Center Score: 6/100

    WAKE VILLAGE, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Wake Village Tiger Learning Center in WAKE VILLAGE, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center.

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  43. #43 — SWTXC- Powers Kirchner CDC Score: 6/100

    UVALDE, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists SWTXC- Powers Kirchner CDC in UVALDE, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 8305912590.

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  44. #44 — First Baptist Church CDC Score: 6/100

    GILMER, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists First Baptist Church CDC in GILMER, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9038435500.

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  45. #45 — Y School Age Kriewald Score: 6/100

    SAN ANTONIO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Y School Age Kriewald 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 2106879187.

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  46. #46 — Region 16 Head Start Nelson Score: 6/100

    AMARILLO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Region 16 Head Start Nelson in AMARILLO, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 8066775371.

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  47. #47 — HAVARD ELEM ASP/YMCA Score: 6/100

    HOUSTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists HAVARD ELEM ASP/YMCA 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 3467760148.

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  48. #48 — Oak Tree Academy Score: 6/100

    TYLER, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Oak Tree Academy 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 9035814075.

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  49. #49 — Holy Communion Christian Academy Score: 6/100

    DALLAS, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Holy Communion 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 9722487610.

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  50. #50 — University Preschool Score: 6/100

    HOUSTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists University Preschool 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 2814888517.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best daycare in Texas?
Precious Stones Preschool 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.