Victoria, TX · Victoria County · Based on public reviews & parent communities

Finding the right childcare
in Victoria, Texas

Known as the "Crossroads of South Texas" for its strategic location equidistant from Houston, San Antonio, Austin, and Corpus Christi, Victoria traces its roots to 1824 when entrepreneur Martín De León founded one of Texas's oldest settlements. Before oil transformed the region in the 1930s, Victoria earned its place as the "Cradle of the Texas Cattle Industry," with its ranches holding more cattle than any other Texas county by 1930, and its pioneering meat-packing plants helping establish the state's beef and livestock processing traditions. Victoria (pop. 65,598)'s childcare market blends YMCA after-school programs, church day schools, and local independent centers in a mid-size South Texas community. 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
Methodist Day School
206, W Power Ave Victoria, TX 77901
★ 4.5    ·  Preschool / Childcare · Faith-Based Day School · Victoria
7.1/ 10
Safety
7
Curriculum
8
Art/Music
7
Infant care
3
K-ready
9
Teachers
7
Compassion
8
Mgmt
8
Culture
8
Class sizes
6
Extracurriculars
7

Strengths

  • Rated 4.5 stars on Google (55+ reviews); 100% recommend on Facebook with parents calling it 'fabulous education filled with fun and learning'
  • Christian ministry of FUMC Victoria; enrichment includes music, computer, PE, and weekly chapel; only 1 high deficiency

Considerations

  • Does not accept child care subsidies
  • No infant care — serves preschool through kindergarten
2
Grace Lutheran Early Child Center / Preschool
9806, Ne Zac Lentz Pkwy Victoria, TX 77904
★ 4.4    ·  Preschool / Childcare · Faith-Based · Victoria
6.8/ 10
Safety
6
Curriculum
7
Art/Music
6
Infant care
7
K-ready
7
Teachers
7
Compassion
8
Mgmt
7
Culture
7
Class sizes
7
Extracurriculars
6

Strengths

  • Rated 4.4 stars on Google (40+ reviews); parents describe a 'phenomenal' nurturing environment where children grow and thrive
  • Christ-centered curriculum with field trips; serves infants through school age

Considerations

  • 2 high deficiencies on HHSC record
  • Does not accept child care subsidies
3
Tiny Sprouts Academy
2903, N Azalea St Victoria, TX 77901
Licensed Childcare · 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: 07:15 AM-05:30 PM

Considerations

    4
    YMCA Early Learning Center Preschool Sam Houston Campus
    3202, Sam Houston Dr Victoria, TX 77904
    YMCA Child Care · Infant–Toddler–Pre-K
    0 High Deficiencies
    6.4/ 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
    5

    Strengths

    • Newer facility (opened 2023) with 9 classrooms; serves up to 120 children ages 6 weeks–4 years
    • Follows Creative Curriculum; YMCA organizational backing and standards

    Considerations

    • No parent reviews yet; facility is relatively new
    5
    First Baptist Church Day Care
    301, N Glass St Victoria, TX 77901
    Faith-Based Preschool · Infant–Toddler–Pre-K–School Age
    2 High Deficiencies
    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

    • 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
    6
    Kiddly Winks Playcare Inc
    3405, Oleander Dr Victoria, TX 77901
    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

    • 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

    • 2 high-severity deficiencies on HHSC record — review latest inspection report before enrolling
    7
    KidVersity LLC
    1502, E Mockingbird Ln Victoria, TX 77904
    Licensed Childcare · 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: 07:00 AM-05:30 PM

    Considerations

    • 3 high-severity deficiencies on HHSC record — review latest inspection report before enrolling
    8
    Northside Baptist School
    4100, N Laurent St Victoria, TX 77901
    Faith-Based Preschool · Toddler–Pre-K–School Age
    3 High Deficiencies
    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

    • Small licensed capacity of 49 keeps class sizes intimate and teacher attention high
    • Snacks provided as part of daily program
    • Operating hours: 12:00 PM-05:30 PM

    Considerations

    • 3 high-severity deficiencies on HHSC record — review latest inspection report before enrolling
    9
    Bearly Beginning Day Care Center # 2
    3803, Miori Ln Victoria, TX 77901
    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

    • 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: 06:00 AM-07:00 PM

    Considerations

    • 3 high-severity deficiencies on HHSC record — review latest inspection report before enrolling
    10
    ABC Child Development Center
    104, Warehouse Rd Victoria, TX 77905
    ★ 4.1    ·  Preschool / Childcare · Development Center · Victoria
    6.0/ 10
    Safety
    7
    Curriculum
    6
    Art/Music
    5
    Infant care
    7
    K-ready
    6
    Teachers
    6
    Compassion
    6
    Mgmt
    6
    Culture
    6
    Class sizes
    6
    Extracurriculars
    5

    Strengths

    • Rated 4.1 stars on Google (30+ reviews); established since 1985 with drop-in, part-time, and transportation options
    • Full age range from 6 weeks through school age; accepts subsidies in a peanut-free environment

    Considerations

    • 1 high deficiency on HHSC record
    11
    Cub Care Early Learning Center
    2002, E Mockingbird Ln Victoria, TX 77904
    Licensed Childcare · Infant–Toddler–Pre-K
    4 High Deficiencies
    6.0/ 10
    Safety
    4
    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

    • Small licensed capacity of 53 keeps class sizes intimate and teacher attention high
    • Serves full age range from infant through Pre-K — continuity of care for growing families
    • Snacks provided as part of daily program
    • Operating hours: 07:00 AM-06:00 PM

    Considerations

    • 4 high-severity deficiencies on HHSC record — review latest inspection report before enrolling
    12
    Trinity Advance Learning Center
    2005, Lawndale Ave Victoria, TX 77901
    Faith-Based Preschool · Infant–Toddler–Pre-K–School Age
    15 High DeficienciesAccepts Subsidies
    6.0/ 10
    Safety
    1
    Curriculum
    7
    Art/Music
    5
    Infant care
    7
    K-ready
    7
    Teachers
    8
    Compassion
    6
    Mgmt
    7
    Culture
    6
    Class sizes
    0
    Extracurriculars
    6

    Strengths

    • State-licensed, award-winning center; received 'EXCELLENT' from National Lutheran School Accreditation
    • Facebook shows 96% recommend (26 reviews); year-round operation
    • Christ-centered care for ages 12 months to 5 years with Bible study and active play

    Considerations

    • Some Indeed employee reviews note management concerns
    13
    Victoria County Early Head Start
    1309, E Red River St Victoria, TX 77901
    Head Start · Infant–Toddler–Pre-K
    6 High Deficiencies
    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

    • Serves full age range from infant through Pre-K — continuity of care for growing families
    • Snacks provided as part of daily program
    • Operating hours: 07:45 AM-03:15 PM

    Considerations

    • 6 high-severity deficiencies on HHSC record — review latest inspection report before enrolling
    14
    Victoria Christian School
    3310, N Ben Jordan St Victoria, TX 77901
    Faith-Based Preschool · Infant–Toddler–Pre-K–School Age
    8 High Deficiencies
    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

    • Serves full age range from infant through Pre-K — continuity of care for growing families
    • Snacks provided as part of daily program
    • Operating hours: 06:45 AM-06:00 PM

    Considerations

    • 8 high-severity deficiencies on HHSC record — review latest inspection report before enrolling
    15
    KidVersity LLC, DBA It's A Small World Nursery School
    1001, Manor Dr Victoria, TX 77901
    Licensed Childcare · Infant–Toddler–Pre-K–School Age
    13 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

    • Accepts child-care subsidies — accessible to families using state financial assistance
    • Small licensed capacity of 59 keeps class sizes intimate and teacher attention high
    • Serves full age range from infant through Pre-K — continuity of care for growing families
    • Snacks provided as part of daily program
    • Operating hours: 07:00 AM-05:30 PM

    Considerations

    • 13 high-severity deficiencies on HHSC record — review latest inspection report before enrolling
    16
    A+ Kidz Care Learning Center LLC
    3404, John Stockbauer Dr Victoria, TX 77901
    School-Age / After-School Care · Infant–Toddler–Pre-K–School Age
    17 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

    • 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: 06:00 AM-06:30 PM

    Considerations

    • 17 high-severity deficiencies on HHSC record — review latest inspection report before enrolling
    17
    Fresh Start Christian Learning Center LLC
    114, Sam Houston Dr Victoria, TX 77901
    Faith-Based Preschool · Infant–Toddler–Pre-K–School Age
    14 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

    • 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: 05:45 AM-06:30 PM

    Considerations

    • 14 high-severity deficiencies on HHSC record — review latest inspection report before enrolling
    18
    YMCA EARLY LEARNING CENTER PRE-SCHOOL
    1806, E Colorado St Victoria, TX 77901
    YMCA Child Care · Infant–Toddler–Pre-K–School Age
    12 High DeficienciesAccepts Subsidies
    5.6/ 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
    5

    Strengths

    • Newer facility (opened 2023) with 9 classrooms; serves up to 120 children ages 6 weeks–4 years
    • Follows Creative Curriculum; YMCA organizational backing and standards

    Considerations

    • No parent reviews yet; facility is relatively new
    19
    YMCA Prime Time Rowland
    2706, Leary Ln Victoria, TX 77901
    Preschool / Childcare · YMCA · Victoria
    5.5/ 10
    Safety
    9
    Curriculum
    5
    Art/Music
    4
    Infant care
    3
    K-ready
    6
    Teachers
    6
    Compassion
    6
    Mgmt
    7
    Culture
    5
    Class sizes
    0
    Extracurriculars
    4

    Strengths

    • Zero high deficiencies; drop-in care option adds scheduling flexibility
    • Accepts child care subsidies for school-age after school programming

    Considerations

    • After school hours only — not suitable for full-day childcare needs
    • No infant care
    20
    YMCA Prime Time Gross
    1208, S Navarro St Victoria, TX 77901
    Preschool / Childcare · YMCA · Victoria
    5.5/ 10
    Safety
    7
    Curriculum
    5
    Art/Music
    4
    Infant care
    3
    K-ready
    6
    Teachers
    6
    Compassion
    7
    Mgmt
    7
    Culture
    6
    Class sizes
    0
    Extracurriculars
    4

    Strengths

    • Only 1 high deficiency on HHSC record; field trips and drop-in care available
    • Accepts child care subsidies; YMCA Gross Branch with reliable network affiliation

    Considerations

    • School-age only — no infant or toddler care
    • Small capacity means limited availability
    21
    YMCA Prime Time Torres
    4208, Lone Tree Rd Victoria, TX 77901
    Preschool / Childcare · YMCA · Victoria
    5.4/ 10
    Safety
    6
    Curriculum
    5
    Art/Music
    4
    Infant care
    3
    K-ready
    6
    Teachers
    6
    Compassion
    6
    Mgmt
    6
    Culture
    6
    Class sizes
    7
    Extracurriculars
    4

    Strengths

    • Field trips included and drop-in care available; accepts child care subsidies
    • YMCA Torres Branch with consistent network standards

    Considerations

    • 2 high deficiencies on HHSC record
    • After school hours only — no full-day or infant care
    22
    YMCA Prime Time Smith
    2901, Erwin Ave Victoria, TX 77901
    Preschool / Childcare · YMCA · Victoria
    4.9/ 10
    Safety
    6
    Curriculum
    5
    Art/Music
    4
    Infant care
    3
    K-ready
    6
    Teachers
    5
    Compassion
    6
    Mgmt
    5
    Culture
    5
    Class sizes
    0
    Extracurriculars
    4

    Strengths

    • After school enrichment programming with drop-in care flexibility
    • Accepts child care subsidies for school-age families

    Considerations

    • 2 high deficiencies on HHSC record
    • School-age only — no infant or toddler care
    23
    YMCA Youth Adventure Camp
    1806, N Nimitz St Victoria, TX 77901
    ★ 4    ·  Preschool / Childcare · YMCA Camp · Victoria
    4.8/ 10
    Safety
    1
    Curriculum
    5
    Art/Music
    6
    Infant care
    3
    K-ready
    6
    Teachers
    5
    Compassion
    5
    Mgmt
    4
    Culture
    6
    Class sizes
    6
    Extracurriculars
    6

    Strengths

    • Rated 4.0 stars on Google (25+ reviews); YMCA-affiliated camp with field trips and adventure activities
    • Accepts child care subsidies for school-age children

    Considerations

    • 9 high deficiencies on HHSC record is a very serious concern — families should review inspection reports carefully before enrolling
    • No infant or toddler care
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