Best Daycares in San Antonio, TX (2026)

Choosing the right daycare in San Antonio, TX can be overwhelming. Our directory contains 548 active daycares records for the San Antonio area. Use the available information to build a shortlist and verify fit directly. At The Daycare Directory, we analyze publicly available data to order the listed profiles using the stated comparison method -- no paid placements, no sponsored rankings.

This 2026 ranking evaluates daycares in San Antonio, Texas using our Directory information score, which adds fixed points for captured public reviews, listed credentials, press mentions, web presence, reported experience, and profile completeness. The directory contains 548 active business records in this market; 15 appear in this list.

By the numbers: Directory information scores on this list range from 17/100 to 22/100. Source coverage varies between profiles.

Each entry below includes the business's Directory information score, star rating, review count, and an explanation of the recorded information used in the comparison. Click through to any profile for the full breakdown including contact information, specialties, credentials, and related businesses in San Antonio.

The Top 15 Daycares in San Antonio, TX

  1. #1 I'm Just A Kid! 22/100

    Ranked 1st among daycares in this market based on overall Directory information score.

    I’m Just a Kid is a privately owned early childhood education and childcare center in San Antonio, TX, for ages 0-5.

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  2. #2 MacArthur Park Lutheran School 22/100

    Ranked 2nd among daycares in this market based on overall Directory information score.

    Preschool in San Antonio Texas. Serve children 18 months and older. Located near 410 on Nacogdoches. In the NEISD District. TRS Certified and accepts CCS. Call now to schedule a tour!

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  3. #3 Pre-K 4 SA West Education Center 22/100

    Ranked 3rd among daycares in this market based on overall Directory information score.

    Develop a highly skilled workforce in one generation through high-quality Pre-K in San Antonio for all children.

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  4. #4 South Pre-K 4 SA 22/100

    Ranked 4th among daycares in this market based on overall Directory information score.

    Develop a highly skilled workforce in one generation through high-quality Pre-K in San Antonio for all children.

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  5. #5 Summerlin Child Care and Learning Center 19/100

    Ranked 5th among daycares in this market based on overall Directory information score.

    Summerlin team has over 125 years of combined Child Care industry experience, which includes over 85 years combined experience at Summelin Day care center itself in San Antonio TX.

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  6. #6 Blue Roof School 17/100

    Ranked 6th among daycares in this market based on overall Directory information score.

    Blue Roof School is a childcare center in San Antonio, TX. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.blueroofschool.org/.

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  7. #7 Trinity Preschools 17/100

    Ranked 7th among daycares in this market based on overall Directory information score.

    Trinity Preschools is a childcare center in San Antonio, TX. Programs include Preschool, private school, religious school. Website: https://trinitypreschools.com/.

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  8. #8 La Petite Academy 17/100

    Ranked 8th among daycares in this market based on overall Directory information score.

    La Petite Academy is a childcare center in San Antonio, TX. Programs include Preschool, day care preschool, home service. Website: http://www.lapetite.com.

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  9. #9 DePaul Wesley Children's Center 17/100

    Ranked 9th among daycares in this market based on overall Directory information score.

    DePaul Wesley Children's Center is listed as a childcare center in San Antonio, TX. Use the location and contact fields on this page to verify fit before reaching out. Address on file: 1418 Fitch Ave…

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  10. #10 Guardian Angel Child Care Center 17/100

    Ranked 10th among daycares in this market based on overall Directory information score.

    Guardian Angel Child Care Center is listed as a childcare center in San Antonio, TX. Use the location and contact fields on this page to verify fit before reaching out. Address on file: 1630 Pleasant…

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  11. #11 Abiding Presence Lutheran Day School 17/100

    Ranked 11th among daycares in this market based on overall Directory information score.

    Abiding Presence Lutheran Day School is a childcare center in San Antonio, TX. Programs include Preschool, day care preschool, home service. Website: http://www.aplcdayschool.org/.

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  12. #12 Creative Little Minds 17/100

    Ranked 12th among daycares in this market based on overall Directory information score.

    Creative Little Minds is a childcare center in San Antonio, TX. Programs include Preschool. Website: http://creativelittleminds.com.

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  13. #13 Heintz Preschool 17/100

    Ranked 13th among daycares in this market based on overall Directory information score.

    Heintz Preschool is a childcare center in San Antonio, TX. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.heintzpreschool.org/.

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  14. #14 I'm Just A Kid 17/100

    Ranked 14th among daycares in this market based on overall Directory information score.

    I'm Just A Kid is a childcare center in San Antonio, TX. Programs include Preschool, private school, home service. Website: http://Imjustakid.net/.

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  15. #15 Immersion Montessori Academy 17/100

    Ranked 15th among daycares in this market based on overall Directory information score.

    Immersion Montessori Academy is a childcare center in San Antonio, TX. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://iimaeducation.com/.

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How We Ranked These Daycares

The Directory information score adds fixed points for captured public ratings, review volume, web presence, profile completeness, listed credentials, press mentions, and reported experience, up to 100 points. Missing data contributes no points; a low score may mean missing information. It does not measure service quality. No business can pay for a higher score.

Profile coverage and sources vary. Follow the source attribution and business links on each profile, verify credentials with the issuing organization, and confirm current availability and terms directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

How did we rank the best daycares in San Antonio?

The Daycare Directory orders profiles using the Directory information score, a 0–100 summary of captured profile and public review information. Fixed point limits apply to ratings, review volume, web presence, profile completeness, listed credentials, press mentions, and reported experience. Missing information contributes no points. A low score may mean missing data; the score is not a measure of service quality or a recommendation. There is no paid placement.

Who is the #1 daycare in San Antonio, TX?

I'm Just A Kid! appears first in this Directory information score comparison for San Antonio, with a Directory information score of 22/100. This reflects recorded information and the selected sort order, not an independent assessment of service quality.

How often is this list updated?

Lists are generated from the records currently held in the directory. Imports and corrections may change their order. Update timing varies by source; this page does not claim a monthly audit or independent verification of every fact.

How many daycares are there in San Antonio?

Our database currently tracks 548 active daycares in the San Antonio, TX metro area. This list highlights the top 15 based on Directory information score. Browse our full San Antonio directory to see every listed business.

Can a daycare pay to be ranked higher?

No. The Daycare Directory does not accept payment for rankings. Directory information scores are computed algorithmically from recorded profile information. Businesses can claim and update their profile with accurate information, but the ranking algorithm treats all profiles equally. Our editorial independence is core to our methodology.

What should I look for when hiring a daycare in San Antonio?

We recommend evaluating: (1) professional certifications and credentials, (2) verified customer reviews and ratings, (3) years of experience in the San Antonio market, (4) portfolio quality and range of work, (5) budget alignment with your project scope, and (6) responsiveness and communication style. The Directory information score cannot assess project fit, responsiveness, workmanship, or outcomes; use it alongside these checks.