Daycare Centers Near ZIP 78552

There are 15 licensed childcare centers in and around ZIP 78552 in Harlingen, TX. All hold active state licenses sourced from official TX licensing databases.

Daycare costs near 78552 in TX: infant care $900–$1,800/month; toddler programs $700–$1,200/month; preschool $600–$1,100/month. CCAP subsidies can reduce costs by 50–90% for eligible families.

Yes — all 15 centers listed for ZIP 78552 hold active TX childcare licenses, sourced directly from the official state licensing database.

TX participates in the federal CCDF program. Families near 78552 may qualify for CCAP assistance based on income. Visit childcare.gov or your local social services office to apply.

Centers near 78552 serve: infants (0–12 mo) — 0 centers; toddlers (1–3 yrs); preschool (3–5 yrs) — 0 programs; school-age (5+). Call ahead to confirm openings.

Visit at least 3 centers near 78552, check staff ratios, safety features, and curriculum. Use our free 30-point checklist at /checklist before enrolling.

TX requires: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, 1:10 for preschoolers. Always confirm the current ratio before enrolling at any center near 78552.

Head Start offers free federally-funded programs for income-eligible families. Search 'Head Start' in our directory for 78552 or visit headstart.gov.

Yes — and you should. Call ahead to schedule a tour at any center near 78552. Use our 30-point checklist at /checklist to evaluate each facility.

Typical requirements: birth certificate, immunization records, emergency contacts, custody docs if applicable, and proof of income for subsidies. Confirm with each center near 78552.