Best Daycares in San Antonio, TX — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 50 daycares and childcare centers in San Antonio based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in San Antonio

  1. #1 — I'm Just A Kid! Score: 86%

    I'm Just a Kid | Best Private School & Childcare in San Antonio, TX

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Summerlin Child Care and Learning Center Score: 80%

    Day care in San Antonio, TX, Affordable Day Care Center

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  3. #3 — MacArthur Park Lutheran School Score: 80%

    MacArthur Park Lutheran School

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  4. #4 — The Pillars Christian Learning Center Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Nurturing Hearts Early Learning Center Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  6. #6 — Just Kids Christian Academy Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  7. #7 — Hope Lutheran Learning Center Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  8. #8 — Wilbur J. Knox Early Childhood Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  9. #9 — Howard Early Childhood Center Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Elementary school, School. View full profile →

  10. #10 — The Serendipity School Score: 76%

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  11. #11 — San Antonio Zoo Score: 76%

    Programs: Preschool, Zoo, Nature reserve, School, Education. View full profile →

  12. #12 — Pinnacle Kids Academy Score: 71%

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  13. #13 — Tiny Seeds Nature School Score: 71%

    Programs: Preschool, Private school, Home service. View full profile →

  14. #14 — Westover Hills Learning Center Score: 71%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  15. #15 — Children's Academy Score: 71%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  16. #16 — Blue Roof School Score: 71%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  17. #17 — Pinnacle Kids Academy Score: 69%

    Childcare center listed from OpenStreetMap contribution way/1121623391. Type: center-based. No program signal in source. Verified fields: name, website, address.

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  18. #18 — Primrose School at Bulverde Road Score: 69%

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  19. #19 — Fairy Tales Learning Center and Preschool #2 Score: 66%

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  20. #20 — New Horizons Private Schools Score: 63%

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  21. #21 — La Petite Academy Score: 60%

    Daycare, Preschool in San Antonio, TX 78216

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  22. #22 — Gateway Child Development Center Score: 60%

    Programs: Preschool, School, Elementary school. View full profile →

  23. #23 — The Pineapple School Score: 60%

    Programs: Preschool, Private school, Elementary school. View full profile →

  24. #24 — I'm Just A Kid Score: 60%

    Programs: Preschool, Private school, Home service. View full profile →

  25. #25 — Little Leaps Academy Score: 60%

    Programs: Preschool, Private school, School. View full profile →

  26. #26 — Mustard Seed Academy Score: 60%

    Programs: Preschool, Language school, Private school. View full profile →

  27. #27 — Laurel Heights Week Day School Score: 60%

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  28. #28 — Brighter Minds Learning Center Score: 60%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Elementary school. View full profile →

  29. #29 — Full of Wonder Preschool Score: 60%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, School. View full profile →

  30. #30 — St Mark's Catholic Preschool Score: 60%

    Programs: Preschool, Religious school, School. View full profile →

How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers

Our Guide Score percentage combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation such as NAEYC (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%), then normalizes across captured positive categories. Read our full methodology →

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Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in San Antonio?
I'm Just A Kid! is currently the #1 ranked daycare in San Antonio based on our Guide Score, which evaluates parent reviews, licensing status, accreditation, and quality signals. See the full ranked list above.
How are daycares ranked in San Antonio?
Our Guide Score percentage combines weighted evidence from Google rating, review volume, web and contact presence, profile completeness, accreditation, press recognition, and years of operation, then normalizes across categories with captured positive evidence. There is no paid placement.
How much does daycare cost in San Antonio?
Childcare costs in San Antonio vary by program type and age group. Full-time infant care commonly ranges from $800–$2,500/month; preschool programs run $600–$1,800/month. Each center's profile page lists contact information for current rates.