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376 Child Daycare & Preschools in San Antonio, Texas

Browse all 376 child daycare & preschools in San Antonio, Texas. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in San Antonio

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

    5084 De Zavala Rd, San Antonio, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 370 children

    University United Methodist Day School receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise its small class sizes, caring staff, Christian values integration, and hands-on learning approach. Parents consistently report their children thrive academically and socially, with many noting their kids are excited to attend daily. The school fosters strong community involvement and maintains close partnerships with families.

    Small class sizes (max 12 students)individual teacher attentionhands-on and active learningdedicated and caring staff
  2. 2

    9585 Braun Rd, San Antonio, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 22 children

    Korea-America Taekwondo Academy in San Antonio receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the instructors' dedication, welcoming atmosphere, and structured classes. Parents highlight the school's focus on teaching life values like discipline, respect, and integrity alongside martial arts skills. The facility is noted for its professional instruction, supportive community, and positive impact on children's confidence and personal growth.

    Dedicated and knowledgeable instructorswelcoming and friendly atmospherewell-structured and engaging classesfocus on character development and life values
  3. 3

    24161 Boerne Stage Rd, San Antonio, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 222 children

    Parents consistently praise Mini Texans Christian Learning Center for its clean, secure facilities, caring and patient staff, and strong focus on child development and Christian values. Children show notable growth in social skills, confidence, and academics, with parents appreciating effective communication and a welcoming community atmosphere.

    Clean and secure facilitycaring and attentive staffstrong teacher-child relationshipschild development and social skills growth
  4. 4

    3414 Culebra Rd, San Antonio, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 79 children

    Happy Child Childcare & Learning Center in San Antonio receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the staff's professionalism, warmth, and genuine care for children. Parents consistently highlight the welcoming environment, strong communication, and children's happiness and comfort at the facility. The daycare is recommended as a top choice for childcare.

    Caring and professional staffwelcoming and inviting environmentstrong communication with parentsstaff professionalism and kindness
  5. 5

    11220 Perrin Beitel Rd, San Antonio, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 82 children

    Parents consistently praise We Luv Kids Learning Center for its clean, well-maintained facility, caring and professional staff, and engaging activities that support child development. Children reportedly thrive socially and cognitively, with parents appreciating strong communication and affordable pricing. One parent noted their child struggled with separation anxiety despite the quality care.

    Clean and well-maintained facilitycaring and attentive staffengaging learning activitiesstrong parent communication
  6. 6

    9480 Braun Rd, San Antonio, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 113 children

    Parents consistently praise The Kindness Academy for its caring, nurturing staff led by owner Jessica, who prioritize child wellbeing and development. The center maintains strong communication with parents through daily updates and photos, and children show measurable progress in academics, social skills, and emotional development. Parents feel confident in the safety and genuine care their children receive.

    Dedicated and caring staffdaily communication and photo u
  7. 7

    15033 Nacogdoches Rd, San Antonio, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 70 children

    Parents consistently praise A-CUTE MIND LEARNING CENTER for its caring and attentive staff who create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily, make friends easily, and experience positive growth and learning. The center is described as having a warm, welcoming atmosphere where individual child needs are prioritized.

    caring and attentive staffsafe environmentengaging activitieschild happiness and growth
  8. 8
    Mile Stones Academy
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    15656 Classen Rd, San Antonio, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 156 children

    Milestones Academy receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and strong educational curriculum. Parents consistently highlight the welcoming environment, healthy homemade meals, Spanish instruction, and attentive individualized care for each child's development and dietary needs.

    Caring and professional staffwell-developed age-appropriate curriculumhomemade healthy meals with dietary accommodationsSpanish instructi
  9. 9

    518 Pike Rd, San Antonio, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children

    Northwood Presbyterian Day School receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Parents highlight strong educational outcomes, responsive leadership from directors Ms. Rebecca and Ms. Linda, and the center's Texas Rising Star 4-star certification. Children show measurable developmental progress and smooth transitions to kindergarten.

    Caring and attentive staffwarm and welcoming atmospherestrong educational programsresponsive leadership
  10. 10

    15700 Chase Hill Blvd, San Antonio, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 68 children

    Parents consistently praise National School of Martial Arts for exceptional instructors, high-quality taekwondo instruction, and strong character development in students. The facility is noted for affordability, flexible scheduling, welcoming community atmosphere, and genuine care for each child's growth. Children reportedly gain significant confidence, discipline, and skill development while enjoying a supportive learning environment.

    Skilled and encouraging instructorspersonalized attention to each studentaffordable pricingflexible class schedule (5 days/week available)

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in San Antonio based on parent reviews

University United Methodist Day School

5(20)

5084 De Zavala Rd, San Antonio, TX

University United Methodist Day School receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise its small class sizes, caring staff, Christian values integration, and hands-on learning approach. Parents consistently report their children thrive academically and socially, with many noting their kids are excited to attend daily. The school fosters strong community involvement and maintains close partnerships with families.

Small class sizes (max 12 students)individual teacher attentionhands-on and active learning

Korea-America Tae Kwon Do

5(20)

9585 Braun Rd, San Antonio, TX

Korea-America Taekwondo Academy in San Antonio receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the instructors' dedication, welcoming atmosphere, and structured classes. Parents highlight the school's focus on teaching life values like discipline, respect, and integrity alongside martial arts skills. The facility is noted for its professional instruction, supportive community, and positive impact on children's confidence and personal growth.

Dedicated and knowledgeable instructorswelcoming and friendly atmospherewell-structured and engaging classes

Mini Texans Christian Learning Center

5(19)

24161 Boerne Stage Rd, San Antonio, TX

Parents consistently praise Mini Texans Christian Learning Center for its clean, secure facilities, caring and patient staff, and strong focus on child development and Christian values. Children show notable growth in social skills, confidence, and academics, with parents appreciating effective communication and a welcoming community atmosphere.

Clean and secure facilitycaring and attentive staffstrong teacher-child relationships

Happy Child Childcare & Learning Center

5(18)

3414 Culebra Rd, San Antonio, TX

Happy Child Childcare & Learning Center in San Antonio receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the staff's professionalism, warmth, and genuine care for children. Parents consistently highlight the welcoming environment, strong communication, and children's happiness and comfort at the facility. The daycare is recommended as a top choice for childcare.

Caring and professional staffwelcoming and inviting environmentstrong communication with parents

Nite-Owl Child Care Centers

5(15)

11220 Perrin Beitel Rd, San Antonio, TX

Parents consistently praise We Luv Kids Learning Center for its clean, well-maintained facility, caring and professional staff, and engaging activities that support child development. Children reportedly thrive socially and cognitively, with parents appreciating strong communication and affordable pricing. One parent noted their child struggled with separation anxiety despite the quality care.

Clean and well-maintained facilitycaring and attentive staffengaging learning activities

Playworks Early Childhood & Youth Program

5(15)

9480 Braun Rd, San Antonio, TX

Parents consistently praise The Kindness Academy for its caring, nurturing staff led by owner Jessica, who prioritize child wellbeing and development. The center maintains strong communication with parents through daily updates and photos, and children show measurable progress in academics, social skills, and emotional development. Parents feel confident in the safety and genuine care their children receive.

Dedicated and caring staffdaily communication and photo u

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Child Daycare & Preschools in San Antonio, Texas

There are 376 child daycare & preschools in San Antonio, Texas, making up 78% of the 480 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in San Antonio, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in San Antonio

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The Children'S Garden, A Place To Bloom
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

The Children's Garden receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the friendly and caring staff who address their concerns. One parent gave a very negative review citing a hostile environment, creating a mixed overall assessment.

friendly staffsafe environmentresponsive to parent concerns
Address
1575 Goliad Rd, San Antonio, TX
Phone
(210) 531-9060
The Playhouse Child Care Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

The Playhouse Child Care Center receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, family-oriented environment, bilingual learning, and affordability. However, two recent reviews raise serious safety concerns about child supervision and describe unprofessional management.

Warm and friendly stafffamily-oriented atmospherebilingual instruction (Spanish)
Address
14907 Nacogdoches Rd, San Antonio, TX
Phone
(210) 646-9905
Poppy'S Kiddie Kampus
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Poppy's Kiddie Kampus receives polarized reviews with strong opinions on both sides. Positive reviews praise caring staff, happy children, affordability, and effective potty training. Negative reviews report serious concerns including physical abuse allegations, mistreatment of children, poor supervision, and improper bottle handling.

caring and loving staffchildren happy and eager to attendaffordable pricing
Address
200 Briggs St, San Antonio, TX
Phone
(210) 922-5382
Rising Star Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Rising Star Learning Academy receives mixed reviews. Positive reviewers praise the staff, affordable rates, and educational outcomes, with several parents reporting excellent care and development. However, negative reviewers cite unprofessional behavior from the owner, concerns about staff conduct with children, and poor communication.

Affordable ratesattentive and caring staffchildren learn and develop well
Address
8030 Crosscreek, San Antonio, TX
Phone
(210) 852-9516
Apple Tree Day School, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Apple Tree Day School receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, safe environment, and learning opportunities. However, some parents report concerns about staff training, facility maintenance issues, and management responsiveness.

Caring and attentive teacherssafe learning environmentlive camera monitoring available
Address
10350 Bandera Rd, San Antonio, TX
Phone
(210) 509-1919
Pre-K 4 Sa - North Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

PRE-K 4 SA North Education Center receives mostly positive feedback with parents praising teacher dedication, student academic and social growth, and individualized attention. However, some parents reported communication breakdowns regarding services (speech therapy scheduling and documentation) and unclear policies around campus visitors/animals.

Dedicated and patient teachersstrong academic curriculumsocial-emotional development
Address
3635 Medical Dr, San Antonio, TX
Phone
(210) 206-2800
Bustos Daycare And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Bustos Daycare receives highly polarized reviews. Positive reviewers praise the caring staff, developmental progress, reasonable pricing, and engagement activities. Negative reviewers report overcrowding, poor hygiene, inadequate supervision of infants, and difficulty handling behavioral issues in older children.

caring and loving staffdevelopmental progress in childrenreasonable pricing
Address
959 Sw 34th St, San Antonio, TX
Phone
(210) 433-1580
Crossroads Christian Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Parents consistently praise Crossroads Christian Academy for its caring and attentive staff, strong Christian foundation, and educational quality. Multiple reviewers report their children show excitement about attending and developmental improvements. Communication with parents is highlighted as excellent through their app and daily updates.

Caring and attentive staffChristian education and valuesstrong communication with parents via app
Address
5834 Ray Ellison Blvd, San Antonio, TX
Phone
(210) 623-4500
The Next Step Daycare LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

THE NEXT STEP DAYCARE LLC receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring staff, cleanliness, and attentive director Becca. Parents report their children are well-fed, safe, happy, and learning through age-appropriate curriculum and activities. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and recommend the facility without reservation.

caring and patient staffknowledgeable director (Becca)clean and well-organized facility
Address
13316 Oconnor Rd, San Antonio, TX
Phone
(210) 384-4489
Soa Child Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

SOA Child Learning Center receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the staff's caring approach, cleanliness, and communication, with several reporting positive experiences over a year or longer. However, one parent cited severe staff turnover issues and concerns about management, while another expressed concerns about staff engagement and classroom interactions.

Caring and patient teachersgood communication with parentsclean facility
Address
2738 Shingle Oak Dr, San Antonio, TX
Phone
(210) 775-2807
Foundation Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
3630 Se Military Dr Suites 120 And 110, San Antonio, TX
Phone
(210) 462-1588
Happyland Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Parents consistently praise Happyland Day Care Center as a safe, loving, and well-organized facility with caring staff and excellent communication. Reviews highlight the clean environment, structured learning activities, spacious outdoor play area, and use of the Brightwheel app for daily updates on children's progress.

Safe and loving environmentprofessional and caring staffexcellent communication with parents
Address
4168 Stahl Rd, San Antonio, TX
Phone
(210) 654-9090
Wheels For Kids Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Wheels for Kids Childcare Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, homely environment, and long-term stability. The owner and caregivers are frequently described as treating children like their own with genuine care and concern. However, two negative reviews allege staff misconduct and poor quality care.

Caring and patient staffhomely atmospherelong-term staff stability
Address
5409 Hurley Dr, San Antonio, TX
Phone
(210) 521-7300
Bright Kids Daycare & Learning Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Parents overwhelmingly praise Bright Kids Daycare for its supportive management team (Ms. Mae and Mr. Marcus), caring teachers, and positive changes implemented in the past year. Reviewers highlight excellent communication through the Engage app, flexible scheduling, reasonable pricing, and well-rounded activities including crafts, outdoor time, and educational learning. Multiple parents report their children are happy, well-fed, clean, and showing developmental progress in speech, social skills, and academics.

New management teamcaring and attentive teachersdaily communication and photo updates via Engage app
Address
4230 Clear Spring Dr, San Antonio, TX
Phone
(210) 655-9225
Educare Child Care No 3
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

EDUCARE CHILD CARE NO 3 receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, cleanliness, affordability, and long-term quality care. However, a minority of parents report serious concerns including inadequate supervision, neglectful care practices, and inability to accommodate children with special needs.

Caring and attentive staffclean facilityaffordable pricing
Address
6307 Thunder Dr, San Antonio, TX
Phone
(210) 521-9039
Educare Child Care INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

EDUCARE CHILD CARE INC. receives highly polarized reviews. The majority of parents praise the caring staff, cleanliness, affordability, and long-term relationships built with children. However, a significant minority report serious concerns including inadequate supervision, neglect of children with special needs, and improper bathroom access during nap time.

Caring and attentive staffclean facilityaffordable pricing
Address
536 E Courtland Pl, San Antonio, TX
Phone
(210) 735-9572
His Kidz Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

His Kidz Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring staff, clean facilities, and structured curriculum. Parents highlight the center's responsive communication, flexible hours (6:30am-6:30pm), and strong focus on child development and safety. Multiple long-term families report their children love attending and have learned significantly.

Caring and knowledgeable staffclean and vibrant facilitiesflexible extended hours
Address
8023 Huebner Rd, San Antonio, TX
Phone
(210) 509-6848
Educare Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

EDUCARE CHILD CARE has highly polarized reviews. Most parents (7 five-star reviews) praise the staff's care, cleanliness, affordability, and long-term relationships with families. However, three one-star reviews report serious concerns including children left unattended on buses, inadequate supervision, poor handling of special needs children, and bathroom access issues during nap time.

Caring and attentive staffclean facilityaffordable pricing
Address
5431 Ingram Rd, San Antonio, TX
Phone
(210) 435-5123
Kitz Korner Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Kitz Korner Day Care receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, communication, and teaching approach. However, two negative reviews raise concerns about vehicle safety practices, staff professionalism, and child treatment incidents.

Patient and caring caregiversgood parent communicationteaches manners and discipline
Address
4813 Lakebend West Dr, San Antonio, TX
Phone
(210) 263-7353
Family Gatherings
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Family Gatherings receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring, bilingual staff and positive experiences, but several parents report serious concerns including allergy mismanagement, food withholding, poor handling of children with special needs, and alleged physical harm.

Caring and attentive staffbilingual education (English and Spanish)willingness to work with children with behavioral/developmental challenges
Address
5430 Old Seguin Rd, San Antonio, TX
Phone
(210) 661-6055
Achievers Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Achievers Academy receives highly polarized reviews. Six parents praise the caring staff, learning environment, and affordable pricing, with several noting long-term satisfaction. However, four parents report serious concerns including unsafe outdoor play conditions, security/supervision issues, alleged physical harm to children, and general mistreatment.

caring and friendly staffchildren learn academic skillsaffordable pricing
Address
6002 Ingram Rd, San Antonio, TX
Phone
(210) 627-6020
Learning With Grace Educational Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Learning with Grace has highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the owner Ms. Grace for her compassionate care, generous support, educational activities, and field trips. However, two parents reported serious concerns including sudden schedule changes without notice, inflexible policies, lack of incident documentation, and abrupt dismissals of children without proper procedures.

Owner actively involved in classroomsgenerous support to families in needChrist
Address
3210 Clark Ave & 3222 Clark Av, San Antonio, TX
Phone
(210) 531-9244
A-2-Z Learning Center #3
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

A-2-Z Learning Center #3 receives mixed reviews ranging from 1-5 stars. Positive reviews praise the caring staff, strong academic preparation, and family-like environment, while negative reviews cite concerns about supervision quality, lack of cameras, hygiene standards, and limited parent access to observe children.

caring staffstrong academic preparationloving environment
Address
5943 Culebra Rd, San Antonio, TX
Phone
(210) 520-5882
Joys Of Heaven Child Care And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Joys of Heaven has highly polarized reviews. Some long-term parents praise the caring teachers and monthly family engagement activities. However, multiple recent reviews report serious concerns including inadequate supervision, failure to report incidents to parents, lost supplies, and insufficient childcare activities.

Caring and attentive teachersmonthly family engagement eventschildren show improvement and happiness
Address
610 Avalon St, San Antonio, TX
Phone
(210) 342-2500
Kids Kingdom Day Care And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Kids Kingdom Day Care and Learning Center receives mostly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, child engagement, and on-site meal preparation. However, one parent reported a serious concern about a staff member's physical handling of their child.

Staff care and kindnesschild happiness and emotional attachment to caregiversquality learning environment
Address
1734 W Poplar St, San Antonio, TX
Phone
(210) 733-5437
All My Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

All My Children receives mixed reviews with strong praise from long-term parents who commend the staff's care and cleanliness, but serious concerns from other parents regarding hygiene practices and staff professionalism. Owner Ms. Bell and staff member Ms. Margie are specifically praised by satisfied families.

Clean facilitycaring staffschool pickup service
Address
627 N General Mcmullen Dr, San Antonio, TX
Phone
(210) 438-1003
Abundant Grace Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5
Address
5063 Rigsby Ave, San Antonio, TX
Phone
(210) 648-0467
Holli-Hills Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Holli-Hills Day Care Center receives highly polarized reviews. The majority of parents (7 five-star reviews) praise the facility for cleanliness, caring staff, affordable pricing, and strong educational preparation. However, a minority of parents (3 one-star reviews) report serious concerns including inadequate supervision, unexplained bruises on children, poor handling of safety incidents, staff turnover without communication, and dismissive management toward parental concerns.

Clean facilityaffordable pricingcaring and friendly staff
Address
2430 Wayne Dr, San Antonio, TX
Phone
(210) 648-7146
Ages & Stages Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Ages & Stages Learning Academy has highly polarized reviews. Long-term parents praise the friendly staff, caring director Ms. Norma, and organized facility, but recent reviews highlight serious concerns about director professionalism, discriminatory treatment of children with special needs, frequent dismissals of young children, billing practices, and reported safety issues.

Friendly and caring staffclean and organized facilityafter-school transportation
Address
1630 Whitman Ave, San Antonio, TX
Phone
(210) 616-4553
Our Little Hopes & Dreams Learning Center @ Oak Hills
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

This daycare has polarized reviews ranging from 5-star to 1-star ratings. Positive reviews praise the warm staff, Christian curriculum, spacious facilities, and long-term family loyalty. Negative reviews cite serious concerns including staff unprofessionalism, inadequate child supervision, and a child death at the facility.

Warm and welcoming staffChristian-based curriculumlarge classrooms
Address
6739 Callaghan Rd, San Antonio, TX
Phone
(210) 342-2220

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Frequently asked questions

There are 376 child daycare & preschools daycares in San Antonio, Texas, out of 480 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in San Antonio, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • 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
San Antonio offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 376 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 41 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 26 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 37 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Texas typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in San Antonio for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in San Antonio must be licensed by Texas's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.