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 some higher-weight HHSC inspection findings

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 higher-weight (High) HHSC inspection findings in the past five years, no enforcement action on file — see the current inspection history
  • 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
higher-weight HHSC inspection findings on record — see the current inspection historyAccepts 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
    higher-weight HHSC inspection findings on record — see the current inspection history
    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
    higher-weight HHSC inspection findings on record — see the current inspection history
    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
    higher-weight HHSC inspection findings on record — see the current inspection historyAccepts 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

    • 3 higher-weight (High) HHSC inspection findings in the past five years, no enforcement action on file — see the current inspection history
    7
    KidVersity LLC
    1502, E Mockingbird Ln Victoria, TX 77904
    Licensed Childcare · Infant–Toddler–Pre-K–School Age
    higher-weight HHSC inspection findings on record — see the current inspection historyAccepts 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 higher-weight (High) HHSC inspection findings in the past five years, no enforcement action on file — see the current inspection history
    8
    Northside Baptist School
    4100, N Laurent St Victoria, TX 77901
    Faith-Based Preschool · Toddler–Pre-K–School Age
    higher-weight HHSC inspection findings on record — see the current inspection history
    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 higher-weight (High) HHSC inspection findings in the past five years, no enforcement action on file — see the current inspection history
    9
    Bearly Beginning Day Care Center # 2
    3803, Miori Ln Victoria, TX 77901
    School-Age / After-School Care · Infant–Toddler–Pre-K–School Age
    higher-weight HHSC inspection findings on record — see the current inspection historyAccepts 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 higher-weight (High) HHSC inspection findings in the past five years, no enforcement action on file — see the current inspection history
    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

      11
      Cub Care Early Learning Center
      2002, E Mockingbird Ln Victoria, TX 77904
      Licensed Childcare · Infant–Toddler–Pre-K
      higher-weight HHSC inspection findings on record — see the current inspection history
      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

      • 10 higher-weight (High) HHSC inspection findings in the past five years, no enforcement action on file — see the current inspection history
      12
      Trinity Advance Learning Center
      2005, Lawndale Ave Victoria, TX 77901
      Faith-Based Preschool · Infant–Toddler–Pre-K–School Age
      higher-weight HHSC inspection findings on record — see the current inspection historyAccepts 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
      higher-weight HHSC inspection findings on record — see the current inspection history
      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 higher-weight (High) HHSC inspection findings in the past five years, no enforcement action on file — see the current inspection history
      14
      Victoria Christian School
      3310, N Ben Jordan St Victoria, TX 77901
      Faith-Based Preschool · Infant–Toddler–Pre-K–School Age
      higher-weight HHSC inspection findings on record — see the current inspection history
      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 higher-weight (High) HHSC inspection findings in the past five years, no enforcement action on file — see the current inspection history
      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
      higher-weight HHSC inspection findings on record — see the current inspection historyAccepts 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 higher-weight (High) HHSC inspection findings in the past five years, no enforcement action on file — see the current inspection history
      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
      higher-weight HHSC inspection findings on record — see the current inspection historyAccepts 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 higher-weight (High) HHSC inspection findings in the past five years, no enforcement action on file — see the current inspection history
      17
      Fresh Start Christian Learning Center LLC
      114, Sam Houston Dr Victoria, TX 77901
      Faith-Based Preschool · Infant–Toddler–Pre-K–School Age
      higher-weight HHSC inspection findings on record — see the current inspection historyAccepts 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

      • 110 higher-weight (High) HHSC inspection findings in the past five years, no enforcement action on file — see the current inspection history
      18
      YMCA EARLY LEARNING CENTER PRE-SCHOOL
      1806, E Colorado St Victoria, TX 77901
      YMCA Child Care · Infant–Toddler–Pre-K–School Age
      higher-weight HHSC inspection findings on record — see the current inspection historyAccepts 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 ; 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 higher-weight (High) HHSC inspection findings in the past five years, no enforcement action on file — see the current inspection history
      • 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 higher-weight (High) HHSC inspection findings in the past five years, no enforcement action on file — see the current inspection history
      • 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

      • 8 higher-weight (High) HHSC inspection findings in the past five years, no enforcement action on file — see the current inspection history
      • No infant or toddler care
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