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Licensed Daycare in Gun Barrel City, Texas

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

4
Licensed Centers
4
Programs
$1,100/mo
Texas avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Gun Barrel City listings updated May 2026 from official Texas records.

Daycare in Gun Barrel City: what parents should know

Families in Gun Barrel City can choose from 4 licensed childcare providers, with Licensed Center the most common type (about 100% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Texas license at indexing time, sourced from Texas Health and Human Services — Child Care Regulation.

Together, licensed providers in Gun Barrel City report capacity for roughly 431 children — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.

Gun Barrel City childcare by the numbers

4
Licensed providers
431
Licensed child seats
1+
ZIP codes covered

Childcare costs in Gun Barrel City

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 Gun Barrel City 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).

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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
107 kids

ZIP codes covered

Program types in Gun Barrel City

Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Gun Barrel City, Texas?
Our directory lists 4 licensed childcare centers in Gun Barrel City, 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 Gun Barrel City?
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 Gun Barrel City 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 Gun Barrel City typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Gun Barrel City?
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 Gun Barrel City 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.

Where to get childcare help in Gun Barrel City

Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.

Local CCR&R agency

Child Care Resource & Referral counselors help you find vetted local options.

1-800-424-2246 · Find yours
Dial 2-1-1

United Way's free, confidential line connects you to local childcare, food, and family aid.

Call 211 · 211.org
Head Start (free)

Free early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.

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State subsidy

Texas Workforce Commission CCS (Child Care Services) can cover most of your childcare cost by income.

(800) 252-9240 · How to apply
Quality ratings

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How this data is sourced. Listings for Gun Barrel City, Texas are compiled from official Texas Health and Human Services — Child Care Regulation licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · May 2026 · methodology

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