Licensed Daycare in Houston, Texas
Choosing childcare is one of the biggest decisions a family makes. We index every state-licensed provider so you can compare options side by side.
Childcare costs in Houston
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 Houston 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 overviewQuick 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
- 78 kids
All Houston licensed centers
Page 53 of 63T.W Golfcrest Child Development Center
Houston
TALENTS CHILD CARE CENTER # 2
Houston
TLW Childrens Development Center
Houston
TMC TOTS
Houston
Taking Steps Childcare LLC
Houston
Talents Child Care Center
Houston
Tanglewood Academy
Houston
Team Tots Academy
Houston
Teeter Totter Village
Houston
Terrace Weekday Programs
Houston
Texas Christian School
Houston
Texas Jump N Learn School Care
Houston
The Academy of Young Scholars
Houston
The Adventure School
Houston
The Alphabet Club
Houston
Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.
Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.
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Search 1,624 Licensed Centers in Houston
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