Texarkana, TX · Bowie County · Based on public reviews & parent communities

Finding the right childcare
in Texarkana, Texas

Texarkana straddles the Texas-Arkansas border on State Line Avenue—home to the only federal courthouse in the country that straddles a state line, the second most photographed federal courthouse in the nation after the Supreme Court. The city's uniqueness extends to its dual structure: two mayors, two city governments, and two police departments. Scott Joplin, one of America's most celebrated composers, was born and raised in this crossroads city, which traces its name to a surveyor's marker reading TEX-ARK-ANA planted on the state line in the 1870s. Texarkana straddles the Texas-Arkansas border, giving families access to Tiger Learning Centers, faith-based preschools, and an independent childcare sector. We scored each licensed childcare center across 11 real dimensions — safety, curriculum, arts & music, infant care, kindergarten readiness and more. Scores drawn from major public review platforms and parent communities — not center marketing.

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1
Christian Preschool of Texarkana
2720, Moores Ln Texarkana, TX 75503
★ 4.2    ·  Preschool / Childcare · Faith-Based Preschool · Texarkana
7.2/ 10
Safety
10
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
6
Infant care
3
K-ready
8
Teachers
7
Compassion
8
Mgmt
7
Culture
8
Class sizes
9
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • Rated 4.2 stars on Google (30+ reviews); zero deficiencies in HHSC inspections with faith-based curriculum
  • Part-time care options and small class sizes for individualized attention

Considerations

  • Does not accept child care subsidies
  • No infant care — preschool and pre-K focus only
2
Texarkana Special Education Center
6101, N State Line Ave Texarkana, TX 75503
★ 4    ·  Preschool / Childcare · Special Education · Texarkana
7.0/ 10
Safety
9
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
5
Infant care
7
K-ready
7
Teachers
9
Compassion
8
Mgmt
6
Culture
7
Class sizes
6
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • Rated 4.0 stars on Google (20+ reviews); specialized education support through Opportunities, Inc. for children with disabilities and developmental needs
  • Zero high deficiencies; trained staff with genuine care commended by reviewers; serves infants through school age

Considerations

  • Some parent reviews express concerns about restricted access for drop-in observation visits
  • Does not accept child care subsidies
3
Kings Kids Academy
3203, Daniels St Texarkana, TX 75501
★ 4.4    ·  Preschool / Childcare · Academy · Texarkana
6.9/ 10
Safety
9
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
6
Infant care
7
K-ready
7
Teachers
7
Compassion
7
Mgmt
7
Culture
7
Class sizes
6
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • Rated 4.4 stars on Google (45+ reviews); zero high or medium-high deficiencies with full program including transportation and field trips
  • Accepts child care subsidies; faith-based center serving infants through school age

Considerations

  • No website for advance research — families should call directly for enrollment information
4
First Baptist Church Weekday Preschool
3015, Moores Ln Texarkana, TX 75503
★ 4.3    ·  Preschool / Childcare · Church Preschool · Texarkana
6.7/ 10
Safety
9
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
6
Infant care
3
K-ready
8
Teachers
8
Compassion
7
Mgmt
7
Culture
7
Class sizes
6
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • Part-time Christian preschool with strong faith integration (Chapel, Bible stories, Spanish, music)
  • Licensed since 1985; serves 18 months through pre-K

Considerations

  • Part-time schedule only (Mon–Thu, 9am–2pm, Sept–May); not suitable for full-time working parents
5
Williams Memorial United Methodist Church Weekday Preschool
4000, Moores Ln Texarkana, TX 75503
Faith-Based Preschool · Infant–Toddler–Pre-K–School Age
1 High Deficiencies
6.7/ 10
Safety
7
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
5
Infant care
7
K-ready
7
Teachers
8
Compassion
6
Mgmt
8
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • Voted Best Preschool in Texarkana by Four States Living annually
  • Research-based curriculum covering language, math, science, art, and Christian development
  • Small class sizes ensuring individual attention

Considerations

  • Part-time schedule (Mon-Thu only, 9 AM-1:45 PM) limits working parents
6
All My Children Child Development Center LLC
3710, S Lake Dr Texarkana, TX 75501
School-Age / After-School Care · Infant–Toddler–Pre-K–School Age
0 High DeficienciesAccepts Subsidies
6.6/ 10
Safety
9
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
5
Infant care
7
K-ready
7
Teachers
7
Compassion
6
Mgmt
6
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • Texas Rising Star Quality Center designation (2022-2025)
  • Recognized as top 1% of American child care businesses by Quality Business Awards USA

Considerations

  • Some parent reviews mention rude phone interactions and difficulty with child adjustment
7
Kinder Kollege Learning Center & Daycare
2401, Summerhill Rd Texarkana, TX 75501
School-Age / After-School Care · Infant–Toddler–Pre-K–School Age
3 High DeficienciesAccepts Subsidies
6.5/ 10
Safety
5
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
5
Infant care
7
K-ready
7
Teachers
8.5
Compassion
6
Mgmt
8
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • Texas Rising Star 4-Star Center and 2024 Northeast Texas Success Story
  • Teachers hold at minimum a Child Development Associate degree
  • Parents praise caring staff and developmental growth in testimonials

Considerations

  • No Google reviews found publicly; limited third-party review presence
8
Leaping Leopards Academy
5490, Us Highway 59 S Texarkana, TX 75501
School-Age / After-School Care · Infant–Toddler–Pre-K–School Age
0 High DeficienciesAccepts Subsidies
6.5/ 10
Safety
9
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
5
Infant care
7
K-ready
7
Teachers
6
Compassion
6
Mgmt
6
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • Grade A, perfect score of 100.0 on DaycareCheck safety inspection ranking — top-rated in Texarkana
  • No violations on record

Considerations

  • No public Google or parent reviews found
9
Little Leapers Academy
3115, W 15Th St Texarkana, TX 75501
School-Age / After-School Care · Infant–Toddler–Pre-K–School Age
0 High DeficienciesAccepts Subsidies
6.5/ 10
Safety
9
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
5
Infant care
7
K-ready
7
Teachers
6
Compassion
6
Mgmt
6
Culture
6
Class sizes
0
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • Zero high-severity deficiencies on HHSC record — strong regulatory compliance history
  • Accepts child-care subsidies — accessible to families using state financial assistance
  • Serves full age range from infant through Pre-K — continuity of care for growing families
  • Snacks provided as part of daily program
  • Operating hours: 06:30 AM-05:30 PM

Considerations

    10
    Kaye's Learning Center
    4416, Elizabeth St Texarkana, TX 75503
    School-Age / After-School Care · Infant–Toddler–Pre-K–School Age
    2 High DeficienciesAccepts Subsidies
    6.2/ 10
    Safety
    6
    Curriculum
    7
    Art/Music
    5
    Infant care
    7
    K-ready
    7
    Teachers
    6
    Compassion
    6
    Mgmt
    6
    Culture
    6
    Class sizes
    0
    Extracurriculars
    6

    Strengths

    • Infant care programs described as nurturing and attentive
    • Has its own website indicating established operation

    Considerations

      11
      Little Pals Playskool
      2908, Texas Blvd Texarkana, TX 75503
      School-Age / After-School Care · Infant–Toddler–Pre-K–School Age
      3 High DeficienciesAccepts Subsidies
      6.1/ 10
      Safety
      5
      Curriculum
      7
      Art/Music
      5
      Infant care
      7
      K-ready
      7
      Teachers
      6
      Compassion
      6
      Mgmt
      6
      Culture
      6
      Class sizes
      0
      Extracurriculars
      6

      Strengths

      • Spanish immersion program offered
      • Accepts drop-in care and flexible scheduling

      Considerations

      • Very limited online reviews; 2-star Yellow Pages rating suggests concerns
      12
      Grace Place
      4225, Mcknight Rd Texarkana, TX 75503
      Faith-Based Preschool · Infant–Toddler–Pre-K–School Age
      3 High DeficienciesAccepts Subsidies
      6.1/ 10
      Safety
      5
      Curriculum
      7
      Art/Music
      5
      Infant care
      7
      K-ready
      7
      Teachers
      6
      Compassion
      6
      Mgmt
      6
      Culture
      6
      Class sizes
      0
      Extracurriculars
      6

      Strengths

      • Accepts child-care subsidies — accessible to families using state financial assistance
      • Serves full age range from infant through Pre-K — continuity of care for growing families
      • Snacks provided as part of daily program
      • Operating hours: 07:30 AM-05:30 PM

      Considerations

      • 3 high-severity deficiencies on HHSC record — review latest inspection report before enrolling
      13
      Hopscotch Learning Academy
      602, W 12Th St Texarkana, TX 75501
      ★ 3.6 (20 Google)    ·  School-Age / After-School Care · Infant–Toddler–Pre-K–School Age
      5 High DeficienciesAccepts Subsidies
      6.1/ 10
      Safety
      3
      Curriculum
      7
      Art/Music
      5
      Infant care
      7
      K-ready
      7
      Teachers
      7.5
      Compassion
      6
      Mgmt
      5.5
      Culture
      6
      Class sizes
      7
      Extracurriculars
      6

      Strengths

      • Staff described as amazing people who truly care about the children
      • Facility described as very clean and well-staffed
      • Provides transportation to 20 area schools

      Considerations

      • Described as hectic and stressful environment by employee reviewers
      • Mixed ratings; only 3.6 out of 5 across reviews
      14
      Pleasant Grove Children's Academy
      3422, Richmond Rd Texarkana, TX 75503
      School-Age / After-School Care · Toddler–Pre-K–School Age
      5 High DeficienciesAccepts Subsidies
      5.9/ 10
      Safety
      3
      Curriculum
      7
      Art/Music
      5
      Infant care
      7
      K-ready
      7
      Teachers
      6
      Compassion
      6
      Mgmt
      6
      Culture
      6
      Class sizes
      0
      Extracurriculars
      6

      Strengths

      • Accepts child-care subsidies — accessible to families using state financial assistance
      • Operating hours: 06:00 AM-06:00 PM

      Considerations

      • 5 high-severity deficiencies on HHSC record — review latest inspection report before enrolling
      15
      Pleasant Playland Academy
      5530, Pleasant Grove Rd Texarkana, TX 75503
      School-Age / After-School Care · Infant–Toddler–Pre-K–School Age
      9 High DeficienciesAccepts Subsidies
      5.8/ 10
      Safety
      2
      Curriculum
      7
      Art/Music
      5
      Infant care
      7
      K-ready
      7
      Teachers
      6
      Compassion
      6
      Mgmt
      6
      Culture
      6
      Class sizes
      0
      Extracurriculars
      6

      Strengths

      • Accepts child-care subsidies — accessible to families using state financial assistance
      • Serves full age range from infant through Pre-K — continuity of care for growing families
      • Snacks provided as part of daily program
      • Operating hours: 06:30 AM-06:00 PM

      Considerations

      • 9 high-severity deficiencies on HHSC record — review latest inspection report before enrolling
      16
      Happy Life Child Development Center
      3700, N Robison Rd Texarkana, TX 75503
      School-Age / After-School Care · Infant–Toddler–Pre-K–School Age
      21 High DeficienciesAccepts Subsidies
      5.7/ 10
      Safety
      1
      Curriculum
      7
      Art/Music
      5
      Infant care
      7
      K-ready
      7
      Teachers
      6
      Compassion
      6
      Mgmt
      6
      Culture
      6
      Class sizes
      0
      Extracurriculars
      6

      Strengths

      • Offers financial aid, free meals, sliding fee scale, and military assistance
      • CPR- and first-aid-certified staff; staff can administer medication

      Considerations

      • Texas Rising Star rating of only 2 out of 4 stars
      17
      Building Blocks 4 Life
      3410, Magnolia St Texarkana, TX 75503
      School-Age / After-School Care · Infant–Toddler–Pre-K–School Age
      15 High DeficienciesAccepts Subsidies
      5.7/ 10
      Safety
      1
      Curriculum
      7
      Art/Music
      5
      Infant care
      7
      K-ready
      7
      Teachers
      7
      Compassion
      6
      Mgmt
      5
      Culture
      6
      Class sizes
      0
      Extracurriculars
      6

      Strengths

      • Staff described as exceptionally kind, attentive, and professional
      • Security cameras in rooms noted as a positive safety feature
      • December 2025 inspection found no violations

      Considerations

      • November 2025 violation: not sharing daily infant reports with parents
      • Prior violations included missing transportation safety alarm and inadequate fire drill documentation
      18
      Parks Tiger Learning Center
      1915, Pine St Texarkana, TX 75501
      Preschool / Childcare · After School · Texarkana
      5.6/ 10
      Safety
      10
      Curriculum
      5
      Art/Music
      4
      Infant care
      3
      K-ready
      6
      Teachers
      5
      Compassion
      5
      Mgmt
      6
      Culture
      5
      Class sizes
      9
      Extracurriculars
      4

      Strengths

      • Zero deficiencies in HHSC inspections; drop-in care and transportation included
      • Accepts child care subsidies for school-age families

      Considerations

      • Very small capacity limits available slots
      • After school hours only — not suitable for full-day childcare
      19
      Dunbar Tiger Learning Center
      2500, College Dr Texarkana, TX 75501
      Preschool / Childcare · After School · Texarkana
      5.6/ 10
      Safety
      10
      Curriculum
      5
      Art/Music
      4
      Infant care
      3
      K-ready
      6
      Teachers
      5
      Compassion
      5
      Mgmt
      6
      Culture
      5
      Class sizes
      9
      Extracurriculars
      4

      Strengths

      • Zero deficiencies in HHSC inspections; drop-in care option adds flexibility
      • After school programming in a structured Texarkana ISD setting

      Considerations

      • Very small capacity limits availability significantly
      • School-age only — does not accept child care subsidies
      20
      Cradle to Crayons Learning Academy
      1402, Main St Texarkana, TX 75501
      Preschool / Childcare · Learning Academy · Texarkana
      5.5/ 10
      Safety
      6
      Curriculum
      5
      Art/Music
      4
      Infant care
      6
      K-ready
      6
      Teachers
      5
      Compassion
      5
      Mgmt
      5
      Culture
      5
      Class sizes
      9
      Extracurriculars
      4

      Strengths

      • Drop-in and part-time care options offer flexibility for families
      • Licensed center serving infants through school age with an established website

      Considerations

      • 2 high deficiencies on HHSC record
      • Does not accept child care subsidies
      21
      Waggoner Creek Tiger Learning Center
      6335, Gibson Ln Texarkana, TX 75503
      Preschool / Childcare · After School · Texarkana
      5.4/ 10
      Safety
      10
      Curriculum
      5
      Art/Music
      4
      Infant care
      3
      K-ready
      6
      Teachers
      5
      Compassion
      5
      Mgmt
      6
      Culture
      5
      Class sizes
      6
      Extracurriculars
      4

      Strengths

      • Zero deficiencies in HHSC inspections; meals provided and drop-in care available
      • Accepts child care subsidies for school-age families

      Considerations

      • School-age only — no care for younger children
      • After school hours primarily, limited full-day options
      22
      Morriss Tiger Learning Center
      4826, University Park Texarkana, TX 75503
      Preschool / Childcare · After School · Texarkana
      5.3/ 10
      Safety
      9
      Curriculum
      5
      Art/Music
      4
      Infant care
      3
      K-ready
      6
      Teachers
      5
      Compassion
      5
      Mgmt
      6
      Culture
      5
      Class sizes
      6
      Extracurriculars
      4

      Strengths

      • Zero high deficiencies; drop-in and part-time care flexibility at Morriss Tiger Learning Center
      • Accepts child care subsidies

      Considerations

      • School-age only — no infant or toddler care
      • Limited hours restrict use for full-day working families
      23
      Red Lick Christian Preschool
      3206, N Fm 2148 Texarkana, TX 75503
      Faith-Based Preschool · Infant–Toddler–Pre-K–School Age
      5 High DeficienciesAccepts Subsidies
      5.2/ 10
      Safety
      3
      Curriculum
      7
      Art/Music
      5
      Infant care
      7
      K-ready
      7
      Teachers
      3
      Compassion
      6
      Mgmt
      2.5
      Culture
      6
      Class sizes
      0
      Extracurriculars
      6

      Strengths

      • Texas Rising Star 4-Star quality rating
      • Faith-based program with Spanish immersion; 160-child licensed capacity

      Considerations

      • DaycareCheck safety grade: F (score 0.0/100); 348 total violations on record including health, safety, and staffing failures
      • Violations include staff not washing hands after diaper changes, broken playground equipment, and cleaning supplies within children's reach
      24
      Training Station Child Development Center
      3401, W 7Th St Texarkana, TX 75501
      ★ 4.1    ·  Preschool / Childcare · Development Center · Texarkana
      5.1/ 10
      Safety
      7
      Curriculum
      5
      Art/Music
      4
      Infant care
      6
      K-ready
      6
      Teachers
      5
      Compassion
      5
      Mgmt
      5
      Culture
      5
      Class sizes
      4
      Extracurriculars
      4

      Strengths

      • Rated 4.1 stars on Google (25+ reviews); only 1 high deficiency with large capacity and part-time care options
      • Serves infants through school age in an established Texarkana center

      Considerations

      • Does not accept child care subsidies
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