Best Daycares in Texas — 2026 Rankings

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

Top Daycares in Texas

  1. #1 — Becky Gates Childrens Center Score: 13/100

    COLLEGE STATION, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Becky Gates Childrens Center in COLLEGE STATION, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9794585437.

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  2. #2 — Challenger Elementary After School Program Score: 13/100

    PEARLAND, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Challenger Elementary After School Program 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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  3. #3 — First Baptist First Steps Score: 13/100

    KATY, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists First Baptist First Steps 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 2813911105.

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  4. #4 — Tiny Tykes Learning Center Score: 13/100

    DENTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Tiny Tykes Learning Center in DENTON, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9404830521.

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  5. #5 — YMCA After School Program @ CJ Harris Elementary Score: 13/100

    PEARLAND, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists YMCA After School Program @ CJ Harris 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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  6. #6 — The Childrens Courtyard Score: 13/100

    FORT WORTH, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists The 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 8172324425.

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  7. #7 — Your Growing Child Score: 13/100

    DRIPPING SPRINGS, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Your Growing Child in DRIPPING SPRINGS, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 5128944704.

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  8. #8 — Avance San Antonio CDC Frank Garrett Score: 13/100

    SAN ANTONIO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Avance San Antonio CDC Frank Garrett 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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  9. #9 — Childrens Center of Austin Score: 13/100

    AUSTIN, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Childrens Center of Austin 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 5127958300.

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  10. #10 — Night and Day Care and Play Score: 13/100

    AMARILLO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Night and Day Care and Play 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 8063522186.

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  11. #11 — Longwood Montessori School Score: 13/100

    CYPRESS, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Longwood Montessori 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 2816555900.

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  12. #12 — Palestine YMCA Early Childhood Center Score: 13/100

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

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  13. #13 — Oakwood Head Start Score: 13/100

    SPRING, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Oakwood Head Start in SPRING, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 2813709665.

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  14. #14 — Creek Valley KinderCare Score: 13/100

    CARROLLTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Creek Valley KinderCare 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 9724928558.

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  15. #15 — Helena YMCA Score: 13/100

    NEDERLAND, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Helena YMCA in NEDERLAND, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 4099626644.

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  16. #16 — Hillcrest YMCA Score: 13/100

    NEDERLAND, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Hillcrest YMCA in NEDERLAND, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 4099626644.

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  17. #17 — Highland YMCA Score: 13/100

    NEDERLAND, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Highland YMCA in NEDERLAND, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 4099626644.

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  18. #18 — Langham YMCA Score: 13/100

    NEDERLAND, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Langham YMCA in NEDERLAND, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 4099626644.

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  19. #19 — Port Neches Primary Score: 13/100

    PORT NECHES, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Port Neches Primary in PORT NECHES, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 4099626644.

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  20. #20 — Rancho Del Cielo Early Childcare Development Center Score: 13/100

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

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  21. #21 — West Garland Head Start Score: 13/100

    GARLAND, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists West Garland Head Start 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 4692504360.

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  22. #22 — Greatwood Montessori School Score: 13/100

    SUGAR LAND, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Greatwood Montessori School in SUGAR LAND, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 2813431888.

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  23. #23 — Growing Tree Score: 13/100

    AUSTIN, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Growing Tree 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 7377420388.

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  24. #24 — Little Shining Stars Daycare I Score: 13/100

    MCALLEN, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Little Shining Stars Daycare I 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 9566687008.

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  25. #25 — St John Lutheran Preschool Score: 13/100

    HAMILTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists St John Lutheran Preschool in HAMILTON, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 2543863332.

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  26. #26 — In His Hands Day Care Score: 13/100

    CANYON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists In His Hands Day Care in CANYON, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 8066555437.

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  27. #27 — Atascocita Montessori Score: 13/100

    HUMBLE, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Atascocita Montessori 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 2818527738.

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  28. #28 — Camp Fire Boys and Girls Jordan Score: 6/100

    ODESSA, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Camp Fire Boys and Girls Jordan in ODESSA, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 4325704144.

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  29. #29 — Woodrow Logan Head Start EOAC Score: 6/100

    BELLMEAD, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Woodrow Logan Head Start EOAC in BELLMEAD, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 2544120313.

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  30. #30 — Cypress Springs High School Score: 6/100

    CYPRESS, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Cypress Springs High 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 2813453068.

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  31. #31 — Alexander Elementary Katy YMCA Score: 6/100

    KATY, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Alexander Elementary Katy YMCA 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 2813925055.

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  32. #32 — Mrs Macs Shining Stars Score: 6/100

    GEORGETOWN, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Mrs Macs Shining Stars 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 5128639287.

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  33. #33 — Avance Family Center Carmen P Cortez Score: 6/100

    SAN ANTONIO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Avance Family Center Carmen P Cortez 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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  34. #34 — Early Learning Center Score: 6/100

    GEORGETOWN, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Early Learning Center 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 5129435123.

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  35. #35 — Tiny Tot Learning Center Score: 6/100

    SELMA, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Tiny Tot Learning Center in SELMA, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 2106510039.

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  36. #36 — Pleasant Valley Baptist Church Score: 6/100

    AMARILLO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Pleasant Valley Baptist Church 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 8063832200.

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  37. #37 — Kinder Kids Score: 6/100

    WICHITA FALLS, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Kinder Kids 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 9406912941.

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  38. #38 — La Porte Head Start Score: 6/100

    LA PORTE, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists La Porte Head Start in LA PORTE, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 7136963123.

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  39. #39 — J D Walker Head Start Score: 6/100

    BAYTOWN, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists J D Walker Head Start in BAYTOWN, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 7136963122.

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  40. #40 — Covenant Child Development Center Score: 6/100

    LUBBOCK, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Covenant Child Development 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 8067252232.

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  41. #41 — BO PEEP DAY CARE Score: 6/100

    SAN ANTONIO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists BO PEEP DAY CARE 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 2106552822.

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  42. #42 — Amarillo Montessori Day School Score: 6/100

    AMARILLO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Amarillo Montessori Day School 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 8063351646.

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  43. #43 — Big Kids Score: 6/100

    LAKE JACKSON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Big Kids in LAKE JACKSON, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9792920101.

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  44. #44 — Lago Vista Academy Inc Score: 6/100

    LAGO VISTA, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Lago Vista Academy Inc in LAGO VISTA, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 5122671886.

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  45. #45 — Sierra Vista Headstart Score: 6/100

    LAREDO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Sierra Vista Headstart 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 9567951515.

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  46. #46 — Comunidad Child Care Center Score: 6/100

    DALLAS, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Comunidad Child Care 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 2148211934.

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  47. #47 — St Paul Catholic Learning Center Score: 6/100

    SAN ANTONIO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists St Paul Catholic Learning Center 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 2107388715.

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  48. #48 — First Friends Preschool At TBC Score: 6/100

    AMARILLO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists First Friends Preschool At TBC 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 8063728364.

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  49. #49 — Cuddlebugs Day Care Center Score: 6/100

    PORT NECHES, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Cuddlebugs Day Care Center in PORT NECHES, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 4097222847.

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  50. #50 — Life In Christ Academy Score: 6/100

    FARWELL, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Life In Christ Academy in FARWELL, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 8068252410.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best daycare in Texas?
Becky Gates Childrens Center 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.