Daycare Centers Near ZIP 77979

There are 13 licensed childcare centers in and around ZIP 77979 in Port Lavaca, TX. All hold active state licenses sourced from official TX licensing databases.

Daycare costs near 77979 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 13 centers listed for ZIP 77979 hold active TX childcare licenses, sourced directly from the official state licensing database.

TX participates in the federal CCDF program. Families near 77979 may qualify for CCAP assistance based on income. Visit childcare.gov or your local social services office to apply.

Centers near 77979 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 77979, 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 77979.

Head Start offers free federally-funded programs for income-eligible families. Search 'Head Start' in our directory for 77979 or visit headstart.gov.

Yes — and you should. Call ahead to schedule a tour at any center near 77979. 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 77979.