Daycare Centers Near ZIP 79606

There are 23 licensed childcare centers in and around ZIP 79606 in Abilene, TX. All hold active state licenses sourced from official TX licensing databases.

Daycare costs near 79606 in TX: infant care $900–$1,800/month; toddler programs $700–$1,200/month; preschool $600–$1,100/month. CCAP subsidies can reduce costs by 50–90% for eligible families.

Yes — all 23 centers listed for ZIP 79606 hold active TX childcare licenses, sourced directly from the official state licensing database.

TX participates in the federal CCDF program. Families near 79606 may qualify for CCAP assistance based on income. Visit childcare.gov or your local social services office to apply.

Centers near 79606 serve: infants (0–12 mo) — 0 centers; toddlers (1–3 yrs); preschool (3–5 yrs) — 0 programs; school-age (5+). Call ahead to confirm openings.

Visit at least 3 centers near 79606, check staff ratios, safety features, and curriculum. Use our free 30-point checklist at /checklist before enrolling.

TX requires: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, 1:10 for preschoolers. Always confirm the current ratio before enrolling at any center near 79606.

Head Start offers free federally-funded programs for income-eligible families. Search 'Head Start' in our directory for 79606 or visit headstart.gov.

Yes — and you should. Call ahead to schedule a tour at any center near 79606. Use our 30-point checklist at /checklist to evaluate each facility.

Typical requirements: birth certificate, immunization records, emergency contacts, custody docs if applicable, and proof of income for subsidies. Confirm with each center near 79606.