Parents in Dallas-Fort Worth have plenty of child care and preschool options—but choosing the right one can feel overwhelming. Browse this guide, featuring a variety of schools and child care centers across the area, to help you find the perfect fit for your family.
Challenger School
Plano, Independence
10145 Independence Pkwy., Plano, TX 75025
Plano, Legacy
6700 Communications Pkwy., Plano, TX 75024
Hours of operation: 7am–6pm
Ages: 3 years–1st grade
Capacity: Varies
Do you offer a before or after-school program? Both before and after school programs
About us: Come in for a tour—see the excitement, focus, fun and achievement for yourself! Our results are unmatched at any price.
Goldberg Early Childhood Center
7900 Northaven Rd.
Dallas, TX 75230
Hours of operation: Full- and half-day options
Ages: 6 weeks–Pre-K
Capacity: 250
Do you offer a before or after school program? Both before and after school programs
The Goldberg Early Childhood Center offers more than early education, creating a place where children feel confident, curious, and cared for, while families grow together on one vibrant campus at the Aaron Family JCC.
Grace Academy of Dallas
11306A Inwood Rd.
Dallas, TX 75229
Hours of operation: 8am–3:30pm
Ages: Pre-K3–6th grade
Capacity: 220
Do you offer a before or after school program? Both before and after school programs
Grace Academy is Christ-centered and future-focused. Grace Academy serves students in Pre-K3 through the sixth grade and is located in Preston Hollow. Visit us campus to see how your child can grow with grace!
Mom’s Best Friend
Serves the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex
Mom’s Best Friend is a boutique, in-home childcare agency that has been serving the DFW community for over 25 years. Locally owned and woman-owned and operated, we are built on trusted relationships and personalized support.
Montessori Children’s House and School
7335 Abrams Rd.
Dallas, TX 75231
Hours of operation: Full- and half-day options
Ages: 18 months–6 years
Capacity: 100
Do you offer a before or after school program? Both before and after school programs
Nestled on 3.5 acres of wooded expanse in northeast Dallas, MCHS is authentic AMI-Montessori education at its finest. Children ages 18 months to 6 years thrive here, surrounded in nature, rooted in wonder.
Primrose School of Prestonwood
15237 Montfort Dr.
Dallas, TX 75248
Primrose School of Frisco West
333 W. Lebanon Rd., Frisco, TX 75036
Primrose School of Klyde Warren Park
1909 Woodall Rodgers Fwy. #100, Dallas, TX 75201
Primrose School of Dallas at Kessler Park
330 S. R L Thornton Freeway. Service Rd., Dallas, TX 75203
Primrose School of Park Cities
4011 Inwood Rd., Dallas, TX 75209
Primrose School of Plano at Preston Meadow
5801 Coit Rd., Plano, TX 75093
Hours of operation: 7am–6pm
Ages: 6 weeks–5 years
Capacity: 212
Do you offer a before or after school program? Both before and after school programs
Primrose is committed to delivering a high-quality experience to meet the needs of children and families. Our Balance Learning brings the best early education, research, and learning science to inspire curiosity, creativity, confidence, and compassionate learners.
Temple Emanu-El Early Childhood Education Center
8500 Hillcrest Rd.
Dallas, TX 75225
Hours of operation: 8am–6pm
Ages: 3 months–5 years
Capacity: 320
Do you offer a before or after school program? Both before and after school programs
The Temple Emanu-El Early Childhood Education Center is a welcoming, child-centered community empowering thinkers, innovators and globally minded children. We offer families a safe, nurturing environment for children and an atmosphere of support and understanding.
The Westwood School
14295 Midway Rd.
Addison, TX 75001
Hours of operation: 7:30am–6pm
Ages: 12 months–12th grade
Capacity: 250
Do you offer a before or after school program? Both before and after school programs
Westwood’s Montessori program nurtures a natural love of learning, beginning at just 12 months old. We give students the opportunity to explore their interests and develop their strengths. Schedule a tour today to see Montessori-in-action!
Winters Park Academy
4915 Coit Rd.
Frisco, TX 75035
Hours of operation: 8am–4pm
Ages: 3.5–12 years
Capacity: 300
Do you offer a before or after school program? After school program
We are a private PK–5th–grade school in Frisco, opened in January, dedicated to STEM education through hands-on activities. Our science-based curriculum encourages problem-solving and critical thinking to inspire children’s curiosity about the world.
Xplor Preschool
Carrollton
2525 E. Trinity Mills Rd., Carrollton, TX 75006
Corinth
3601 Meadowview Dr., Corinth, TX 76210
Crowley
686 FM1187, Crowley, TX 76036
Fort Worth
8350 Parkwood Hill Blvd., Fort Worth, TX 76137
12672 Timberland Blvd., Fort Worth, TX 76244
Haslet
13900 Sendera Ranch Blvd., Haslet, TX 76052
Mansfield
300 N. Holland Rd., Mansfield, TX 76063
McKinney
3153 S. Stonebridge Dr., McKinney, TX 75070
Hours of operation: 6:30am–6:30pm
Ages: 6 weeks–Pre-K
Capacity: Varies
Do you offer a before or after school program? Both before and after school programs
About us: Xplor Preschool & School Age Care combines learning experiences and structured play in a fun, safe, and nurturing environment. Our proprietary curriculum prepares children for elementary school by developing important academic, social and emotional skills.
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