Daycare in The Woodlands, TX
35 licensed or registered programs in The Woodlands (Montgomery County): 23 child care centers, 10 school-age programs, 1 group child care home and 1 family child care home. Together they're licensed for 4,453 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 Montgomery County
$185/weekmedian for full-time infant care at a center ($9,620 a year) in 2022, before inflation since.
| Weekly | Center | Home daycare |
|---|---|---|
| Infant | $185 | $164 |
| Toddler | $172 | $155 |
| Preschool | $167 | $153 |
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices. Data as of 2022.
23 child care centers in The Woodlands
Licensed centers, A to Z, with street addresses.
- Brighton AcademyInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 133
10400 Gosling Rd, 77381 · (281) 465-4111
License 1000707 - Children of JoyToddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 101
7550 Crownridge Dr, 77382 · (936) 242-1826
License 556420 - Children of The WoodlandsToddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 340
2200 Lake Woodlands Dr, 77380 · (281) 297-5959
License 810265 - Community Kids Child CareToddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 85
8909 Cochrans Crossing Dr, 77381 · (936) 271-4544
License 893852 - Early Learning Presbyterian PreschoolToddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 119
4881 W Panther Creek Dr, 77381 · (281) 298-2464
License 504155 - First Kids AcademyInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 150
11801 Grogans Mill Rd, 77380 · (281) 367-8199
License 125652 - Forest Crossing KinderCareInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 165 · Accepts subsidy
9005 Forest Xing, 77381 · (281) 296-2966
License 533921-747 - Good Shepherd Learning CenterInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 98
9191 Cochrans Crossing Dr, 77381 · (936) 273-2080
License 814807 - Greystone HouseInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 90 · Accepts subsidy
1000 Evergreen Cir, 77380 · (281) 298-2444
License 514587 - Interfaith Child Development CenterToddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 345 · Accepts subsidy
5630 Rush Haven Dr, 77381 · (281) 292-3617
License 126005 - Kids of The KingdomToddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 120
3801 S Panther Creek Dr, 77381 · (281) 298-9901
License 820217 - Little Oaks Early Learning AcademyInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 104 · Accepts subsidy
8555 Creekside Green Dr, 77389 · (832) 510-3427
License 1695983 - Little SaintsInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 100
7801 Bay Branch Dr, 77382 · (832) 381-2093
License 855116 - Living Word Lutheran SchoolInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 86
9500 N Panther Creek Dr, 77381 · (281) 363-2628
License 537529 - Paddington British Private SchoolInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 266
2010 Sawdust Rd, 77380 · (281) 292-0654
License 1828256 - Primrose School of The Woodlands at Creekside ParkInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 229
26025 Strake Dr, 77389 · (281) 351-7300
License 1523182 - Primrose School of The Woodlands at Sterling RidgeInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 176
6909 Lake Woodlands Dr, 77382 · (281) 681-3500
License 555256 - Ridge Kids PreschoolInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 135
10801 Falconwing Drive, 77381 · (823) 786-2026
License 1838075 - South Montgomery County YMCAInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 90 · Accepts subsidy
6145 Shadow Bend Pl, 77381 · (281) 681-6716
License 223902-2729 - The Climbing TreeInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 400
6363 Research Forest Dr, 77381 · (936) 273-2230
License 523718 - The Woodlands Young Learners AcademyToddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 204
1500 Woodstead Ct, 77380 · (832) 257-3563
License 878599 - Trinity Episcopal Day SchoolInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 229
3901 S Panther Creek Dr, 77381 · (281) 367-5148
License 820790 - Woodlands MontessoriToddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 104
1201 Many Pines Rd, 77380 · (281) 363-9600
License 219210-684
1 group child care home in The Woodlands
Licensed care in a provider's home for a larger group. Shown by city and phone only, since the address is a home.
- TeremokInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 12
The Woodlands · (832) 928-8327
License 1734389
1 family child care home in The Woodlands
Licensed care in a provider's own home. Shown by city and phone only, since the address is a home.
- Susan KralevichInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten · licensed for 12
The Woodlands · (512) 563-7539
License 1836598
10 school-age programs in The Woodlands
Before- and after-school and summer programs for school-age children.
- Bush Elem/YMCASchool · licensed for 60 · Accepts subsidy
7420 Crownridge Dr, 77382 · (281) 367-9622
License 523716-2729 - Campus Kids @ Timber Creek ElementaryPre-Kindergarten, School · licensed for 50
8455 Creekside Green Dr, 77389 · (281) 468-8013
License 1725480 - Colin Powell Elem/YMCASchool · licensed for 60
7332 Cochrans Crossing Dr, 77381 · (281) 367-9622
License 510027-2729 - Coulson Tough Elementary YMCASchool · licensed for 60
11660 Cranebrook Dr, 77382 · (281) 681-6707
License 824411-2729 - David Elementary/YMCASchool · licensed for 68
5301 Shadow Bend Pl, 77381 · (281) 367-9622
License 402850-2729 - Galatas Elementary/YMCASchool · licensed for 40 · Accepts subsidy
1080 Cochrans Xing, 77381 · (281) 367-9622
License 415406-2729 - Hailey Elem/YMCASchool · licensed for 68 · Accepts subsidy
12051 Sawmill Rd, 77380 · (281) 367-9622
License 402846-2729 - Joel Deretchin Elementary YMCASchool · licensed for 60 · Accepts subsidy
11000 Merit Oaks Dr, 77382 · (281) 367-9622
License 851288-2729 - Lamar Elementary/ YMCASchool · licensed for 34
1300 Many Pines Rd, 77380 · (281) 367-9622
License 862674-2729 - Sally K Ride Elem/YMCASchool · licensed for 60 · Accepts subsidy
4920 W Panther Creek Dr, 77381 · (281) 367-9622
License 248893-2729
How can I get help paying for daycare in The Woodlands?
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 10 of the 35 programs here accept it.
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 The Woodlands: common questions
How much does daycare cost in The Woodlands, TX?
In Montgomery County, full-time infant care at a child care center had a median price of $185 a week ($9,620 a year) in 2022, and preschool care $167 a week. A family child care home charged a median $164 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 The Woodlands?
Texas's list shows 35 licensed or registered programs in The Woodlands as of October 2026: 23 child care centers, 10 school-age programs, 1 group child care home and 1 family child care home. Together they're licensed for 4,453 children, though licensed capacity isn't the same as open spots.
Can I get help paying for daycare in The Woodlands?
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 10 of the The Woodlands programs accept the subsidy.
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.