Licensed Daycare in Spring, Texas

Q: How many licensed daycare centers are in Spring, Texas?

Our directory lists 204 licensed childcare centers in Spring, Texas, sourced from Texas Health and Human Services — Child Care Regulation. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Spring?

Statewide averages in Texas run roughly $1100/month for infants and $780/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

Q: What staff-to-child ratios apply in Spring daycares?

All licensed Texas centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:9 for toddlers, and 1:15 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Spring typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Spring?

Texas families can apply for Texas Workforce Commission CCS (Child Care Services) (intake: (800) 252-9240). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

204 licensed daycares in Spring, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Texas licensing records.

204

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,100/mo

Texas avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Spring

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 Spring 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 overview

Quick 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: 113 kids

ZIP codes covered

77379 58 77373 44 77386 36 77388 25 77389 19 77380 17 77381 7 77382 5

Program types in Spring

Licensed Center

146 centers

Registered Child Care Home

16 centers

Licensed Child Care Home

16 centers

General Residential Operation

How many licensed daycare centers are in Spring, Texas?

Our directory lists 204 licensed childcare centers in Spring, Texas, sourced from Texas Health and Human Services — Child Care Regulation. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

What's the average daycare cost in Spring?

Statewide averages in Texas run roughly $1100/month for infants and $780/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

What staff-to-child ratios apply in Spring daycares?

All licensed Texas centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:9 for toddlers, and 1:15 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Spring typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Spring?

Texas families can apply for Texas Workforce Commission CCS (Child Care Services) (intake: (800) 252-9240). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.

How do I verify a Spring daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Texas Health and Human Services — Child Care Regulation search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.