Best Daycare Centers in Dripping Springs, TX
Compare 8 daycare centers in Dripping Springs. Average rating: 4.5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Dripping Springs, Texas at a glance
- Daycares
- 8
- Avg rating
- 4.5/5
- Parent reviews
- 83
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 5
Dripping Springs has 8 licensed daycares with 83 parent reviews averaging 4.5/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 71% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 78620 zip code, averaging 4.5 stars across 8 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Dripping Springs
Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.
- 1Pathways School At Dsumc4.64 score4.8(20)
28900 Ranch Road 12, Dripping Springs, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 136 children
The reviews appear to be for Dripping Springs Methodist Church rather than the daycare center itself. The one daycare-specific review praises the preschool program as well-organized with a properly set up classroom. Overall, parents describe a welcoming community environment with strong leadership.
Well-organized preschool programgood classroom setupwelcoming communitystrong leadership - 2Sunset Canyon Baptist Church Preschool4.6 score4.8(15)
4000 E Highway 290, Dripping Springs, TX · Church Daycare · Capacity: 68 children
Sunset Canyon Baptist Church Preschool is highly rated by parents who praise its welcoming community atmosphere and quality childcare services. Parents consistently highlight the supportive church environment, caring staff members like Stephanie, and strong children's programs. The facility is described as clean, family-oriented, and inclusive.
friendly and welcoming staffcaring leadershipclean facilitiesstrong children's programs - 3First Baptist Preschool4.47 score4.7(10)
203 W Highway 290, Dripping Springs, TX · Church Daycare · Capacity: 50 children
Note: Reviews provided are for First Baptist Church, not the preschool program. Reviewers praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, spiritual leadership, and sense of community. No reviews specifically address the daycare/preschool services.
Welcoming and inclusive environmentstrong pastoral leadershipsense of community and fellowshipbeautiful building - 4Primrose School Of Dripping Springs4.4 score4.5(20)
13832 Sawyer Ranch Rd, Dripping Springs, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 237 children
Primrose School of Dripping Springs receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who consistently praise the caring, attentive staff and strong sense of community. Parents report their children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally, with leadership that is responsive and genuinely invested in each child's development. The facility is noted for its clean environment, nutritious meals, and well-balanced curriculum.
Caring and attentive staffresponsive leadershipclean and safe facilitiesnutritious meals provided - 5Holy Spirit Episcopal School4.26 score4.4(9)
301 Hays Country Acres Rd, Dripping Springs, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children
Holy Spirit Episcopal School in Dripping Springs receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the welcoming community atmosphere and quality care. Parents highlight the friendly, caring staff, strong spiritual foundation, and family-oriented environment. The facility is noted for its accessibility, beautiful grounds, and comprehensive programs for children of all ages.
Loving and welcoming communitycaring and amazing staffspiritual guidance and strong faith-based foundationaccessible facilities with free parking - 6Little Tigers Learning Center4.25 score4.5(5)
27979 Ranch Road 12, Dripping Springs, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 41 children
Little Tigers Learning Center receives mostly positive feedback from parents, with strong praise for caring staff and personalized communication about their children. One parent reported concerns about staff attentiveness during field trips. The center appears particularly well-suited for families with infants or children with special needs.
Kind and caring staffstrong director leadershippersonalized daily communication with parentsattentive to children's medical and developmental needs
Rating Distribution
Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in Dripping Springs
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Dripping Springs, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Dripping Springs zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78620 | 8 | 4.5 | 5 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Dripping Springs (36–237 children)
Small
up to 30 children
0
Medium
31–75 children
4
Large
76–150 children
2
Very Large
150+ children
2
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Dripping Springs based on parent reviews
Pathways School At Dsumc
28900 Ranch Road 12, Dripping Springs, TX
The reviews appear to be for Dripping Springs Methodist Church rather than the daycare center itself. The one daycare-specific review praises the preschool program as well-organized with a properly set up classroom. Overall, parents describe a welcoming community environment with strong leadership.
Sunset Canyon Baptist Church Preschool
4000 E Highway 290, Dripping Springs, TX
Sunset Canyon Baptist Church Preschool is highly rated by parents who praise its welcoming community atmosphere and quality childcare services. Parents consistently highlight the supportive church environment, caring staff members like Stephanie, and strong children's programs. The facility is described as clean, family-oriented, and inclusive.
First Baptist Preschool
203 W Highway 290, Dripping Springs, TX
Note: Reviews provided are for First Baptist Church, not the preschool program. Reviewers praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, spiritual leadership, and sense of community. No reviews specifically address the daycare/preschool services.
Primrose School Of Dripping Springs
13832 Sawyer Ranch Rd, Dripping Springs, TX
Primrose School of Dripping Springs receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who consistently praise the caring, attentive staff and strong sense of community. Parents report their children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally, with leadership that is responsive and genuinely invested in each child's development. The facility is noted for its clean environment, nutritious meals, and well-balanced curriculum.
Holy Spirit Episcopal School
301 Hays Country Acres Rd, Dripping Springs, TX
Holy Spirit Episcopal School in Dripping Springs receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the welcoming community atmosphere and quality care. Parents highlight the friendly, caring staff, strong spiritual foundation, and family-oriented environment. The facility is noted for its accessibility, beautiful grounds, and comprehensive programs for children of all ages.
Little Tigers Learning Center
27979 Ranch Road 12, Dripping Springs, TX
Little Tigers Learning Center receives mostly positive feedback from parents, with strong praise for caring staff and personalized communication about their children. One parent reported concerns about staff attentiveness during field trips. The center appears particularly well-suited for families with infants or children with special needs.
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Daycare Centers in Dripping Springs, Texas
There are 8 daycare centers in Dripping Springs, Texas. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Dripping Springs have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 71% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.75 stars. Our analysis covers 83 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Dripping Springs, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Sunset Canyon Baptist Church Preschool is highly rated by parents who praise its welcoming community atmosphere and quality childcare services. Parents consistently highlight the supportive church environment, caring staff members like Stephanie, and strong children's programs. The facility is described as clean, family-oriented, and inclusive.
- Address
- 4000 E Highway 290, Dripping Springs, TX
- Phone
- (512) 894-0480
The reviews appear to be for Dripping Springs Methodist Church rather than the daycare center itself. The one daycare-specific review praises the preschool program as well-organized with a properly set up classroom. Overall, parents describe a welcoming community environment with strong leadership.
- Address
- 28900 Ranch Road 12, Dripping Springs, TX
- Phone
- (512) 858-7541
Note: Reviews provided are for First Baptist Church, not the preschool program. Reviewers praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, spiritual leadership, and sense of community. No reviews specifically address the daycare/preschool services.
- Address
- 203 W Highway 290, Dripping Springs, TX
- Phone
- (512) 858-2203
Primrose School of Dripping Springs receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who consistently praise the caring, attentive staff and strong sense of community. Parents report their children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally, with leadership that is responsive and genuinely invested in each child's development. The facility is noted for its clean environment, nutritious meals, and well-balanced curriculum.
- Address
- 13832 Sawyer Ranch Rd, Dripping Springs, TX
- Phone
- (512) 751-1500
Little Tigers Learning Center receives mostly positive feedback from parents, with strong praise for caring staff and personalized communication about their children. One parent reported concerns about staff attentiveness during field trips. The center appears particularly well-suited for families with infants or children with special needs.
- Address
- 27979 Ranch Road 12, Dripping Springs, TX
- Phone
- (512) 829-5176
Holy Spirit Episcopal School in Dripping Springs receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the welcoming community atmosphere and quality care. Parents highlight the friendly, caring staff, strong spiritual foundation, and family-oriented environment. The facility is noted for its accessibility, beautiful grounds, and comprehensive programs for children of all ages.
- Address
- 301 Hays Country Acres Rd, Dripping Springs, TX
- Phone
- (512) 858-4924
One parent describes the school model as encouraging exploration and joy, while another notes their daughter is thriving due to high dedication and attention. However, a third review criticizes poor communication, large class sizes, questionable supervision, and high staff turnover, citing mismanagement and unsuitability for children with special needs or anxiety.
- Address
- 100 Russell Ln, Dripping Springs, TX
- Phone
- (512) 829-5004
- Address
- 510 W Mercer St, Dripping Springs, TX
- Phone
- (512) 858-3019
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Frequently asked questions
- Licensing status with Texas's regulatory agency
- Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Texas)
- Safety measures and cleanliness
- Daily routines and educational curriculum
- Parent reviews and ratings
- Location and hours that fit your schedule
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