Daycare in Harlingen, TX
46 licensed or registered programs in Harlingen (Cameron County): 39 child care centers, 5 group child care homes and 2 family child care homes. Together they're licensed for 3,322 children.
Short answer
Source: Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation, as of October 2026. Licensed child care centers (including before/after-school and school-age programs), licensed child-care homes and registered child-care homes that Texas HHSC lists as active and not temporarily closed. Listed family homes, which are not licensed, are not included. Openings change daily, so call first.
What daycare costs in Cameron County
$154/weekmedian for full-time infant care at a center ($8,008 a year) in 2022, before inflation since.
| Weekly | Center | Home daycare |
|---|---|---|
| Infant | $154 | $141 |
| Toddler | $146 | $136 |
| Preschool | $143 | $134 |
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices. Data as of 2022.
39 child care centers in Harlingen
Licensed centers, A to Z, with street addresses.
- Blue Ocean Learning CenterToddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 28 · Accepts subsidy
602 S F St Ste F, 78550 · (956) 364-2642
License 1666892 - Bowie Head StartPre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 17
309 W Lincoln Ave, 78550 · (956) 357-1526
License 1678556-4070 - Bright Beginnings Learning AcademyInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 102 · Accepts subsidy
22993 Briggs Coleman Rd, 78550 · (956) 778-8351
License 1688053 - Bright Minds AcademyInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 100 · Accepts subsidy
1201 E Van Buren Ave, 78550 · (956) 428-7011
License 1630575 - Bumble Bees Learning Center LLCInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 101
16407 Wilson Rd, 78552 · (956) 423-2283
License 1807831 - Calvary Christian Day Care CenterInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten · licensed for 126
1815 N 7th St, 78550 · (956) 425-1425
License 176525 - Casa Grande Head Start Child Development CenterToddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 102
106 Troywood Circle 104 1/2 Troywood Circle, 78550 · (956) 423-7827
License 185286-4070 - Centro De Fe Day CareToddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 25 · Accepts subsidy
2010 W LA Salle Ave, 78552 · (956) 564-1768
License 506728 - Discoveryland DaycareInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 43 · Accepts subsidy
702 E Jefferson Ave, 78550 · (956) 428-2069
License 1299726 - Early Child Care Center of Harlingen 2 LLCInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 60
1636 Clark St, 78550 · (956) 230-3376
License 1836509 - Early Childcare Center of Harlingen LLCInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 96 · Accepts subsidy
104 W Taylor St, 78550 · (956) 622-3523
License 1669731 - Great Beginnings Preschool and Child Development CenterInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 159 · Accepts subsidy
602 Morgan Blvd, 78550 · (956) 425-6330
License 65289 - Harlingen Child Development Center, LLCInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 95
701 E Madison Ave, 78550 · (956) 423-2550
License 1596541 - Heavenly Angels Christian Day CareInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 50 · Accepts subsidy
18053 Templeton Ave, 78552 · (956) 423-2887
License 1314086 - Jefferson Head Start Child DevelopmentInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 320
601 S J St, 78550 · (956) 564-2614
License 1658133-4070 - Jellybeans Educational Daycare CenterInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 59 · Accepts subsidy
623 E Tyler Ave Ste B, 78550 · (956) 425-2929
License 866319 - Journey PreschoolInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 142
321 E Harrison Ave, 78550 · (956) 412-0411
License 1792878 - Jubilee Harlingen Head StartPre-Kindergarten · licensed for 34
123 S Palm Ct, 78552 · (956) 253-5689
License 1799898 - Kid's Playhouse Daycare CenterInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 93
1318 Haverford Blvd, 78552 · (956) 423-6512
License 1557241 - Kids Carrousel Day CareInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 74 · Accepts subsidy
625 Markowsky Ave, 78550 · (956) 412-1898
License 523954 - Kinder Fun Academy 2 Inc DBA Discovery Learning CenterInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 70
21048 Montezuma Rd, 78550 · (956) 558-4922
License 1836073 - Little Blessings Child Care CenterInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 44 · Accepts subsidy
1501 N 28th St, 78550 · (956) 734-5100
License 1695144 - Little BloomersInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 90 · Accepts subsidy
1017 S F St, 78550 · (956) 364-3177
License 1129366 - Little Lou's ABC DaycareInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 29 · Accepts subsidy
2407 Haine Dr, 78550 · (956) 622-3115
License 1704427 - Luna's ChildcareInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 70
15172 Wilson Rd, 78552 · (956) 368-5028
License 1816374 - Magic Kingdom Learning Center #3Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 80 · Accepts subsidy
1646 Throckmorton St, 78550 · (956) 770-9531
License 1646079 - Magic Kingdom Learning Center 2, LLCInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 90 · Accepts subsidy
1820 Morgan Blvd. 1814 Morgan Blvd., 78550 · (956) 770-9488
License 1192126 - Magic Kingdom Learning Center LLCInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 58 · Accepts subsidy
1422 Ball St, 78550 · (956) 770-9533
License 1192146 - Martha's PlayschoolInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 47 · Accepts subsidy
5300 S Expressway 83, 78552 · (956) 423-0753
License 1675754 - NexGen School for Early Life Foundations LLCInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 154
1502 Dixieland Rd, 78552 · (956) 423-5860
License 1812388 - Play and Learn Day Care CenterInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 90 · Accepts subsidy
1701 E Van Buren Ave, 78550 · (956) 425-3527
License 864635 - Sam Houston 2 Head StartPre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 17
301 E Taft Ave, 78550 · (956) 357-1423
License 1678559-4070 - St. Albans Day Care CenterToddler · licensed for 49
1417 E Austin Ave, 78550 · (956) 428-2326
License 136700 - St. Anthonys Eagles' NestInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten · licensed for 25
1001 E. Van Buren Avenue, 78550 · (956) 230-0113
License 1765918 - Techy Tots Learning Academy, LLCInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 81 · Accepts subsidy
16727 Primera Rd, 78552 · (956) 622-2293
License 1654000 - TSTC Child Development HeadstartToddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 146
2702 Dogwood, 78550 · (956) 425-5292
License 514394-4070 - TSTC Early Head Start Child DevelopmentInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten · licensed for 54
2225 N 28th St, 78550 · (956) 425-4085
License 546823-4070 - Valley Learning Center for KidsInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 105 · Accepts subsidy
1916 E Harrison Ave, 78550 · (956) 423-3006
License 877689 - Wesley Preparatory SchoolInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 120
1406 E Austin Ave, 78550 · (956) 440-0485
License 58813
5 group child care homes in Harlingen
Licensed care in a provider's home for a larger group. Shown by city and phone only, since the address is a home.
- Aurora's Day CareInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 12 · Accepts subsidy
Harlingen · (956) 412-8110
License 250255 - Brave Hearts Learning AcademyToddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 6
Harlingen · (956) 367-0288
License 1828619 - Elma's DaycareInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 11 · Accepts subsidy
Harlingen · (956) 456-2144
License 1528675 - Kidsville Day CareInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 12
Harlingen · (956) 778-7952
License 824913 - Nancy Arellano's Child CareInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 12
Harlingen · (956) 793-6672
License 1072906
2 family child care homes in Harlingen
Licensed care in a provider's own home. Shown by city and phone only, since the address is a home.
- Cynthia GarciaInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 12
Harlingen · (956) 454-5676
License 833046 - Maria Garza DegolladoInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 12
Harlingen · (956) 368-3479
License 911031
How can I get help paying for daycare in Harlingen?
Child Care Services (CCS) pays part of the bill at a licensed provider you choose; you pay a copay based on income. Texas's list shows 22 of the 46 programs here accept it. If your income is at or below the poverty line, Head Start and Early Head Start are free.
Help paying in Texas
Child Care Services (CCS), run by Texas Workforce Commission
$77,315a year or less for a family of three to start (85% of state median income), as of October 2025. You also need to work, study or train.
Copays are capped at 7% of income (January 2025).
How to applySources: Texas Workforce Commission; National Women's Law Center
- Child care assistance in every state Income limits, copays and waiting lists
- Child care cost by county Look up any county in Texas
- How much childcare costs Center, home daycare and nanny prices
- Dependent care FSA calculator The FSA or the tax credit for 2026
- Head Start in Texas Free preschool and Early Head Start if you qualify
Daycare in Harlingen: common questions
How much does daycare cost in Harlingen, TX?
In Cameron County, full-time infant care at a child care center had a median price of $154 a week ($8,008 a year) in 2022, and preschool care $143 a week. A family child care home charged a median $141 a week for an infant. These prices come from the U.S. Department of Labor and aren't adjusted for inflation, so expect higher rates today.
How many licensed daycares are in Harlingen?
Texas's list shows 46 licensed or registered programs in Harlingen as of October 2026: 39 child care centers, 5 group child care homes and 2 family child care homes. Together they're licensed for 3,322 children, though licensed capacity isn't the same as open spots.
Can I get help paying for daycare in Harlingen?
Yes, if you qualify. Child Care Services (CCS), run by Texas Workforce Commission, pays part of the cost at a provider you choose. A family of three can earn up to $77,315 a year to start. The state's list shows 22 of the Harlingen programs accept the subsidy. Harlingen also has 8 free Head Start and Early Head Start centers for families who qualify.
How do I know a daycare is licensed?
Every program on this page is on Texas's list of active licensed or registered programs, with its license number. Look up the record before you tour: it shows the ages and number of children the program is licensed for and its inspection history.
Sources
- 1.HHSC CCL Daycare and Residential Operations Data Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation. Accessed October 16, 2026.
- 2.National Database of Childcare Prices: 2008-2022 (Data File) U.S. Department of Labor, Women's Bureau. Accessed October 9, 2026.
- 3.National Database of Childcare Prices Technical Report (September 2024) U.S. Department of Labor, Women's Bureau. Accessed October 9, 2026.
- 4.Child care scholarships (Child Care Services) Texas Workforce Commission. Accessed October 9, 2026.
- 5.Texas: Financial Assistance Resources for Families (last reviewed 2026-08-21) Childcare.gov (Administration for Children and Families). Accessed October 9, 2026.
- 6.Warning Signs: State Child Care Assistance Policies 2025 National Women's Law Center. Accessed October 9, 2026.
- 7.CCDF Family Co-Payments by State (January 2025) Administration for Children and Families, Office of Child Care. Accessed October 9, 2026.
- 8.42 U.S. Code 9858n, Definitions (Child Care and Development Block Grant Act) Legal Information Institute, Cornell Law School (U.S. Code). Accessed October 9, 2026.
- 9.Understanding and finding child care in Texas Childcare.gov (Administration for Children and Families). Accessed October 16, 2026.