If you’ve started calling daycares in Frisco, you’ve noticed nobody wants to give you a price over the phone. Here’s a clear breakdown of daycare costs in Frisco in 2026 and how to compare honestly.
Frisco daycare cost ranges (2026)
- Infants: $1,800–$2,400/month
- Toddlers: $1,600–$2,200/month
- Two-year-olds: $1,500–$2,000/month
- Preschool (3-4): $1,400–$1,900/month
- Pre-K (4-5): $1,400–$1,900/month
For a deeper preschool-cost breakdown see our full Frisco preschool cost guide.
What drives the price differences
- Brand and curriculum (premium chains include enrichment)
- Hours — full-day costs more than half-day
- Age — infant care is the most expensive (see Texas HHSC ratio rules)
- Location — daycares near major employment hubs cost more
Where Frisco daycares sit on price
The Learning Experience – Frisco · 9225 Hickory St, Frisco, TX 75033 · Website · Google Maps · Winnie
Higher half. Built-in enrichment included rather than added as paid extras. Our family’s pick.
Primrose School of Frisco at Independence · 14477 Lebanon Rd, Frisco, TX 75035 · Website · Google Maps · Winnie
Premium chain pricing. Balanced Learning curriculum included.
Children’s Lighthouse – Frisco (Panther Creek) · 10660 Eldorado Parkway, Frisco, TX 75035 · Website · Google Maps · Winnie
Premium chain pricing. STEM-leaning CARES® curriculum.
The Goddard School of Frisco (West) · 3336 Main St, Frisco, TX 75033 · Website · Google Maps · Winnie
Premium chain pricing. Wonder of Learning curriculum.
Stonebriar Preschool Pals · 4801 Legendary Drive, Frisco, TX 75034 · Website · Google Maps · Winnie
Lower-priced part-time faith-based program.
Hidden fees to ask about
- Registration fee ($100–$300)
- Supply or activity fee ($100–$300/year)
- Summer camp surcharge
- Late pickup fees ($1–$5/min)
- Sibling discount (5–15% if you ask)
How to make Frisco daycare more affordable
- Dependent Care FSA (up to $5,000 pre-tax)
- IRS Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit (up to 35%)
- Sibling discounts (always ask)
- FISD partner pre-K for eligible families
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