Best Daycares in Texas — 2026 Rankings

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

Top Daycares in Texas

  1. #1 — ST Catherines Montessori Score: 13/100

    HOUSTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists ST Catherines Montessori 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 7136652195.

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  2. #2 — Childrens Lighthouse of Mag Creek Score: 13/100

    LEAGUE CITY, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Childrens Lighthouse of Mag Creek in LEAGUE CITY, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 2815577700.

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  3. #3 — Kid's University Learning Center Score: 13/100

    LANCASTER, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Kid's University Learning Center in LANCASTER, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9722180808.

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  4. #4 — Velasquez Elementary /T W Davis YMCA Score: 13/100

    RICHMOND, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Velasquez Elementary /T W Davis YMCA in RICHMOND, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 2813410791.

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  5. #5 — Negley EAC YMCA Score: 13/100

    KYLE, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Negley 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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  6. #6 — Small Steps Nurturing Center-5th Ward Score: 13/100

    HOUSTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Small Steps Nurturing Center-5th Ward 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 7132360330.

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  7. #7 — The Honor Roll School Score: 13/100

    SUGAR LAND, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists The Honor Roll 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 2812657888.

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  8. #8 — Montessori at The Courtyard Score: 13/100

    BEDFORD, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Montessori at The Courtyard in BEDFORD, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 8173580665.

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  9. #9 — Visionary Pre K Academy at Regency Lofts Score: 13/100

    HOUSTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Visionary Pre K Academy at Regency Lofts 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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  10. #10 — Sunshine International Learning Center Score: 13/100

    PLANO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Sunshine International Learning Center 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 4694679922.

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  11. #11 — Massey Ranch Elementary After School Program Score: 13/100

    PEARLAND, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Massey Ranch 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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  12. #12 — Archgate Montessori Academy Score: 13/100

    PLANO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Archgate Montessori Academy 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 9724911230.

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  13. #13 — Galaxy Ranch Private School Score: 13/100

    ROCKWALL, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Galaxy Ranch Private School in ROCKWALL, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9727729798.

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  14. #14 — Oak Crest Private School Score: 13/100

    CARROLLTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Oak Crest Private School 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 2144835400.

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  15. #15 — Guiding Light Child Care Learning Center Score: 13/100

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

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  16. #16 — Cornerstone Academy Score: 13/100

    ARLINGTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Cornerstone Academy in ARLINGTON, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 8173752235.

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  17. #17 — Family Learning Center of Tyler Score: 13/100

    TYLER, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Family Learning Center of Tyler 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 9035932295.

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  18. #18 — Tottenberry's Private School Score: 13/100

    PEARLAND, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Tottenberry's Private School in PEARLAND, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 2819978333.

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  19. #19 — South TX College Mid Valley Campus Child Development Ctr Score: 13/100

    WESLACO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists South TX College Mid Valley Campus Child Development Ctr in WESLACO, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center.

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  20. #20 — Kiddie Korral Score: 13/100

    ALVARADO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Kiddie Korral in ALVARADO, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 8177900352.

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  21. #21 — Discovery Childrens Academy Score: 13/100

    MIDLOTHIAN, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Discovery Childrens Academy in MIDLOTHIAN, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9727755600.

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  22. #22 — Meadowbrook Preschool & Childrens Center Score: 13/100

    KILGORE, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Meadowbrook Preschool & Childrens Center in KILGORE, 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 — Red Apple Private School & Childcare Score: 13/100

    HOUSTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Red Apple Private School & 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 7137717913.

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  24. #24 — Cuddlebugs Day Care Score: 6/100

    BALLINGER, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Cuddlebugs Day Care in BALLINGER, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 3253652707.

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  25. #25 — Met Head Start Montgomery County II Score: 6/100

    WILLIS, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Met Head Start Montgomery County II in WILLIS, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9368564810.

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  26. #26 — Calhoun County YMCA JR Afterschool Care Score: 6/100

    PORT LAVACA, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Calhoun County YMCA JR Afterschool Care in PORT LAVACA, 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 — Light the Way Child Learning Center Score: 6/100

    BROADDUS, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Light the Way Child Learning Center in BROADDUS, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9368723527.

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  28. #28 — Kids Connection Day Care Score: 6/100

    HUMBLE, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Kids Connection Day Care 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 2814413020.

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  29. #29 — Play and Learn Day Care Center Score: 6/100

    HARLINGEN, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Play and Learn Day Care Center 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 9564253527.

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  30. #30 — Kidz World Learning Center Score: 6/100

    BRIDGE CITY, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Kidz World Learning Center in BRIDGE CITY, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 4096971700.

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  31. #31 — Great Beginnings Child Development Center Inc. Score: 6/100

    SAN ANTONIO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Great Beginnings Child Development Center Inc. 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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  32. #32 — Little Promise Keepers INC Score: 6/100

    CYPRESS, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Little Promise Keepers INC 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 2818070009.

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  33. #33 — Best Lil Schoolhouse N Texas Score: 6/100

    LAREDO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Best Lil Schoolhouse N Texas 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 9567256319.

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  34. #34 — Building My Future Score: 6/100

    PHARR, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Building My Future in PHARR, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9565025360.

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  35. #35 — My Little College Score: 6/100

    LAREDO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists My Little College 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 9567232555.

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  36. #36 — Glenbrook CDC Score: 6/100

    DALLAS, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Glenbrook CDC 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 9722880769.

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  37. #37 — Baby's First Steps Learning Center Score: 6/100

    BROWNSVILLE, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Baby's First Steps Learning Center in BROWNSVILLE, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9565257005.

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  38. #38 — Jellybeans Educational Daycare Center Score: 6/100

    HARLINGEN, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Jellybeans Educational Daycare Center in HARLINGEN, 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 — Rylie Day Care Center Score: 6/100

    DALLAS, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Rylie Day 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 9722860357.

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  40. #40 — Lil' Texans Score: 6/100

    RIO HONDO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Lil' Texans in RIO HONDO, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9567482229.

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  41. #41 — Kangaroo Pouch Score: 6/100

    ANNA, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Kangaroo Pouch in ANNA, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9729248147.

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  42. #42 — Lil Doodlebugs Childcare Center Score: 6/100

    HALLSBURG, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Lil Doodlebugs Childcare Center in HALLSBURG, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 2548752400.

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  43. #43 — Alice's Daycare Score: 6/100

    BROWNSVILLE, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Alice's Daycare in BROWNSVILLE, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9563721254.

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  44. #44 — Young and Gifted Learning Center Score: 6/100

    HOUSTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Young and Gifted Learning 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 2815912425.

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  45. #45 — Madinah Academy Score: 6/100

    ARLINGTON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Madinah Academy in ARLINGTON, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 6822383140.

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  46. #46 — Kidz Town Score: 6/100

    EARLY, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Kidz Town in EARLY, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 3256490944.

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  47. #47 — Greenhouse CC and LC Score: 6/100

    ANGLETON, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Greenhouse CC and LC in ANGLETON, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9795490450.

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  48. #48 — Kerr County YMCA - Starkey Elementary Score: 6/100

    KERRVILLE, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Kerr County YMCA - Starkey Elementary in KERRVILLE, 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 — Kerr County YMCA - Tally Elementary Score: 6/100

    KERRVILLE, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Kerr County YMCA - Tally Elementary in KERRVILLE, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 8308968000.

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  50. #50 — Kids Are Us Private Learning Center Score: 6/100

    DESOTO, TX — State registry snapshot: the Texas HHSC extract as of 2026-09-30 lists Kids Are Us Private Learning Center in DESOTO, TX as a Licensed Center. The source status is OPERATION_STATUS=Y; TEMPORARILY_CLOSED=NO; OPERATION_TYPE=Licensed Center. The registry lists phone 9722172700.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best daycare in Texas?
ST Catherines Montessori 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.