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Licensed Daycare in Fort Worth, Texas

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442
Licensed Centers
0
Infant Spots
$1,100/mo
Texas avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Fort Worth

ChildCare Aware reports the Texas average full-time cost at $1,100/month for infant care and $780/month for preschool. City-level prices in Fort Worth vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.

The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. Texas families may also qualify for Texas Workforce Commission CCS (Child Care Services) (intake: (800) 252-9240).

Full Texas licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator
Texas Health and Human Services — Child Care Regulation
Infant ratio
1:4
Toddler ratio
1:9
Preschool ratio
1:15
Avg capacity
74 kids

All Fort Worth licensed centers

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Clayton Youth Enrichment @ Independence Elementary

Fort Worth

2 years - 12 years Cap 110
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Clayton Youth Enrichment @ June Davis Elementary

Fort Worth

2 years - 12 years Cap 75
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Clayton Youth Enrichment @ Lily B Clayton Elementary

Fort Worth

2 years - 12 years Cap 120
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Clayton Youth Enrichment @ Lonestar Elementary

Fort Worth

2 years - 12 years Cap 95
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Clayton Youth Enrichment @ North HI Mount Elementary

Fort Worth

2 years - 12 years Cap 85
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Clayton Youth Enrichment @ North Riverside Elementary

Fort Worth

2 years - 12 years Cap 100
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Clayton Youth Enrichment @ Overton Park Elementary

Fort Worth

2 years - 12 years Cap 100
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Clayton Youth Enrichment @ Park Glen Extended Day Care

Fort Worth

2 years - 12 years Cap 55
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Clayton Youth Enrichment @ Parkview Elementary

Fort Worth

2 years - 12 years Cap 50
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Clayton Youth Enrichment @ South Hi Mount

Fort Worth

2 years - 12 years Cap 50
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Clayton Youth Enrichment @ Tanglewood Elementary

Fort Worth

2 years - 12 years Cap 101
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Clayton Youth Enrichment @ Texas School Fine Arts

Fort Worth

2 years - 12 years Cap 102
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Clayton Youth Enrichment @ Woodland Springs Elementary

Fort Worth

2 years - 12 years Cap 110
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Clayton Youth Enrichment @TBP-High Point South

Fort Worth

2 years - 12 years Cap 70
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Comanche Springs Elementary - Northwest YMCA

Fort Worth

2 years - 12 years Cap 65

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Fort Worth, Texas?
Our directory lists 442 licensed childcare centers in Fort Worth, Texas, sourced from Texas Health and Human Services — Child Care Regulation. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.
What's the average daycare cost in Fort Worth?
Statewide averages in Texas run roughly $1100/month for infants and $780/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.
What staff-to-child ratios apply in Fort Worth daycares?
All licensed Texas centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:9 for toddlers, and 1:15 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Fort Worth typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Fort Worth?
Texas families can apply for Texas Workforce Commission CCS (Child Care Services) (intake: (800) 252-9240). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.
How do I verify a Fort Worth daycare's license?
Look up the provider directly in the official Texas Health and Human Services — Child Care Regulation search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.

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