Best Daycare Centers in San Marcos, TX

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in San Marcos

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.

1. 1

   Presbyterian Parent Cooperative

   4.71 score

   5(12)

   323 Mary St, San Marcos, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 16 children

   Presbyterian Parent Cooperative is a highly-regarded play-based preschool in San Marcos with exceptional teacher quality and strong parent involvement through its cooperative model. Parents consistently praise the warm, nurturing environment, small class sizes with excellent adult-to-child ratios, and individualized attention to each child's development. The school fosters a strong sense of community among families while maintaining affordability compared to other local preschools.

   Play-based curriculumwarm and caring teacherssmall class sizesexcellent adult-to-child ratios
2. 2

   Little Lambs Learning Center

   4.62 score

   5(8)

   415 Riverside Dr, San Marcos, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 63 children

   Little Lambs Learning Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the locally-owned facility for its caring, professional staff and structured learning environment. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and developing strong academic and social skills across all age groups from infants to pre-K. The owner Mrs. Becky and her team are consistently highlighted as compassionate educators who go above and beyond in their care.

   friendly and professional stafflocally owned not corporatesafe and organized learning environmentstrong curriculum for infants through pre-K
3. 3

   Kids Of The Kingdom

   4.51 score

   4.7(13)

   130 W Holland St, San Marcos, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 119 children

   Kids of the Kingdom receives consistently high praise from parents who value the caring, experienced staff and safe environment. Parents report their children learn significantly through age-appropriate activities including sign language and Spanish, with daily communication about progress. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and remained satisfied over many years.

   Loving and enthusiastic teachersexperienced staff with long tenurestrong child develo
4. 4

   First United Methodist Day School And Afterschool

   4.35 score

   4.6(7)

   129 W Hutchison St, San Marcos, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children

   First United Methodist Day School and Afterschool is a historic church-based childcare center in San Marcos with a welcoming community atmosphere. Parents praise the caring staff, loving environment for children, and various activities offered. One parent reported a negative experience regarding parking lot policies.

   Welcoming and friendly staffloving environment for childrencaring childcare programdiverse activities for all ages
5. 5

   First Step INC

   3.92 score

   3.9(20)

   4003 Hunter Rd, San Marcos, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children

   First Step Inc receives consistently high praise from parents who report their children are happy, engaged, and learning through a structured curriculum. Parents highlight the caring, attentive teachers and directors, strong communication, and inclusive practices like sign language instruction. The center has been a trusted provider in San Marcos for over two decades.

   Structured curriculum with consistent daily structureengaging teachers and staffstrong communication through photo/update appsmultilingual instruction (Spanish and sign language)
6. 6

   Sunset After School Program @ Bonham Pre-Kindergarten

   3.74 score

   3.6(9)

   1225 N Hwy 123, San Marcos, TX · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 70 children

   Sunset After School Program @ Bonham Pre-K receives mixed reviews with an average rating of 3.6/5. While many parents praise the teaching staff and learning environment, several parents report frustration with registration processes, staff communication, and unprofessional interactions during pickup and enrollment.

   Experienced and caring teachersstrong learning outcomesfriendly and patient staffwelcoming atmosphere
7. 7

   The Kid Ranch Christian Preschool

   3.6 score

   3.5(20)

   2411 Hunter Rd, San Marcos, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 80 children

   The Kid Ranch Christian Preschool in San Marcos receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring and professional staff, clean environment, and strong communication through daily updates and photos. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and well-cared for, with many citing the Christian values, small class ratios, and welcoming atmosphere as key factors in their satisfaction.

   Caring and professional staffwelcoming environmentdaily app updates with photos and messagessmall class ratios

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