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Licensed Daycare in Northlake, Texas

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

10
Licensed Centers
1
Family Homes
$1,100/mo
Texas avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Northlake listings updated May 2026 from official Texas records.

Daycare in Northlake: what parents should know

There are 10 licensed childcare providers on record in Northlake, with Licensed Center the most common type (about 70% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Texas license at indexing time, sourced from Texas Health and Human Services — Child Care Regulation.

Licensed care in Northlake spans 3+ ZIP codes, so families can usually find an option within a short commute. About 10% are family child care homes — typically smaller group sizes and 10–30% cheaper than centers, a good fit for infants and toddlers.

Together, licensed providers in Northlake report capacity for roughly 1,107 children — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.

Northlake childcare by the numbers

10
Licensed providers
1,107
Licensed child seats
1
Family child care homes
3+
ZIP codes covered

Childcare costs in Northlake

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 Northlake 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
110 kids

Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Northlake, Texas?
Our directory lists 10 licensed childcare centers in Northlake, 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 Northlake?
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 Northlake 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 Northlake typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Northlake?
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 Northlake 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 Northlake

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 Northlake, 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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