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QHow will a pediatric dentist help my child feel comfortable?

APediatric dentists are trained in many methods to help chil-

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6 Choosing Child Carefor Your BabyChildcare research has shown that the setting (in-home, family or center) matters less than what hap-pens within that setting. Read what other criteriaexperts suggest parents consider when selecting child-care.

7 Early Learning Programs for Toddlers, PreschoolersThe National Association for the Education ofYoung Children (NAEYC) offer a checklist of thingsparents of toddlers and preschoolers should lookfor in early learning programs.

10 Keeping Your Baby Safe from SIDSDespite 16 years of public health messages urgingparents to follow a set of guidelines proven to helpprevent SIDS, a recent study found that 26 percentof mothers of 3-month-old babies don’t adhere torecommendations.

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22 Dads Making Time for BabyWith long work days and ever-longer commutes,where’s a dad to find the time to help with the newbaby? Greg Bishop, founder of Boot Camp for NewDads offers a few suggestions.

30 Tips on Preparing for aFamily CrisisIs your family ready for a crisis? Jeffrey Upperman,M.D., director of the Disaster Preparedness Project atChildren’s Hospital Los Angeles, offers four readinesstips.

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When deciding on child care fortheir infants, many parents strugglewith questions about quality.Childcare research has shown thatthe setting (in-home, family or cen-ter) matters less than what happenswithin that setting. Babies need to beable to form a trusting relationshipwith providers, which allows for anemotional bond to form.

Low provider-to-child ratios arekey. Equally important are questionson what staff salaries and benefits arelike. Low pay is responsible for ram-pant turnover within the childcareindustry, thus making it harder foryour baby to build a comfortable bond withhis or her caregiver(s).

Here are some tips to keep in mindwhen investigating childcare options foryour baby:• Visit the daycare site before enrolling

your child.Visit at times when you canobserve the interactions of children witheach other and with adults.• Spend some time observing the infant

room.Visit several times to judge how care-givers respond to tears or times of stress.• See if infants are allowed to have their

naps when it feels right for them. Unlikeolder children, babies have a harder timebeing treated as part of a group and need tofollow their own inner schedules.• Make sure providers are interacting

with babies. According to a study by the

National Institute of Child Health andHuman Development, “the amount of lan-guage that is directed at the child in childcare is an important component of qualityprovider-child interaction.”• Ask how care providers handle babies’

special needs, such as food allergies orattachment to a pacifier.• Check the qualifications and creden-

tials of the caregivers. Degrees in earlychildhood education and accreditation fromthe National Association for Family ChildCare and the National Association for theEducation of Young Children provide goodstarting points.• Get names of parents whose children

have attended or are attending and callthem to inquire about the childcare centeror providers.

CHOOSING CHILDCARE

Resources• National Associationfor the Education ofYoung Children – 202-232-8777;www.naeyc.org – offersa listing of accreditedcenters by state and zipcode.• National Associationfor Family Child Care –800-359-3817;www.nafcc.org – offersinformation on accredit-ed family-care providers.

Choosing Child Care,Early Learning Programsfor Toddlers andPreschoolers

Early spring is the time many families begintheir search for an early learning childcare pro-gram for fall placement. It also is a time whenmany early childhood education programs areholding open houses and welcoming prospectiveparents who may have a lot of questions aboutchoosing the best program for their child,according to the National Association for theEducation of Young Children (NAEYC).

Consider the following checklist of tips fromthe NAEYC, the American Academy of Pediatricsand Child Care Aware when visiting programs forthe first time:1. Are there opportunities to visit the center?

Can you visit and stay awhile to get a good senseof the environment? If your child is enrolled inthe program, can you visit the center anytime itis open? Can you see all the areas that your childwill use? Are visitors screened or is their identifi-cation checked, so that only approved adults canvisit the center and pick up children?

2. What is teacher to student ratio? Ask aboutand observe group sizes and the number ofteaching staff in each classroom. NAEYC recom-mends no more than 12 toddlers with at leasttwo teaching staff. For preschoolers, group sizeshould not exceed 20 children with at least twoteaching staff always present.

3. Is play, including dramatic play and blocksand active play outdoors, integrated into class-room topics of study? Play not only supports chil-dren’s intellectual development; it is also veryimportant for the physical development of chil-dren.

4. Does the programs promote the health andnutrition of children?

5. Are the children in the program engagedwith one another and their teachers? Listen andwatch for a happy buzz of activity – neither tooquiet nor too loud.

6. Do teachers use positive speech? Are theyloving and responsive to the children?

7. Is the program able to adapt to the needs ofeach individual child? A good program should be

ChoosingChild Carefor YourBaby


When deciding on child care fortheir infants, many parents strugglewith questions about quality.Childcare research has shown thatthe setting (in-home, family or cen-ter) matters less than what happenswithin that setting. Babies need to beable to form a trusting relationshipwith providers, which allows for anemotional bond to form.

Low provider-to-child ratios arekey. Equally important are questionson what staff salaries and benefits arelike. Low pay is responsible for ram-pant turnover within the childcareindustry, thus making it harder foryour baby to build a comfortable bond withhis or her caregiver(s).

Here are some tips to keep in mindwhen investigating childcare options foryour baby:• Visit the daycare site before enrolling

your child.Visit at times when you canobserve the interactions of children witheach other and with adults.• Spend some time observing the infant

room.Visit several times to judge how care-givers respond to tears or times of stress.• See if infants are allowed to have their

naps when it feels right for them. Unlikeolder children, babies have a harder timebeing treated as part of a group and need tofollow their own inner schedules.• Make sure providers are interacting

with babies. According to a study by the

National Institute of Child Health andHuman Development, “the amount of lan-guage that is directed at the child in childcare is an important component of qualityprovider-child interaction.”• Ask how care providers handle babies’

special needs, such as food allergies orattachment to a pacifier.• Check the qualifications and creden-

tials of the caregivers. Degrees in earlychildhood education and accreditation fromthe National Association for Family ChildCare and the National Association for theEducation of Young Children provide goodstarting points.• Get names of parents whose children

have attended or are attending and callthem to inquire about the childcare centeror providers.

Choosing Child Care,Early Learning Programsfor Toddlers andPreschoolers

Early spring is the time many families begintheir search for an early learning childcare pro-gram for fall placement. It also is a time whenmany early childhood education programs areholding open houses and welcoming prospectiveparents who may have a lot of questions aboutchoosing the best program for their child,according to the National Association for theEducation of Young Children (NAEYC).

Consider the following checklist of tips fromthe NAEYC, the American Academy of Pediatricsand Child Care Aware when visiting programs forthe first time:1. Are there opportunities to visit the center?

Can you visit and stay awhile to get a good senseof the environment? If your child is enrolled inthe program, can you visit the center anytime itis open? Can you see all the areas that your childwill use? Are visitors screened or is their identifi-cation checked, so that only approved adults canvisit the center and pick up children?

2. What is teacher to student ratio? Ask aboutand observe group sizes and the number ofteaching staff in each classroom. NAEYC recom-mends no more than 12 toddlers with at leasttwo teaching staff. For preschoolers, group sizeshould not exceed 20 children with at least twoteaching staff always present.3. Is play, including dramatic play and blocks

and active play outdoors, integrated into class-room topics of study? Play not only supports chil-dren’s intellectual development; it is also veryimportant for the physical development of chil-dren.4. Does the programs promote the health and

nutrition of children?5. Are the children in the program engaged

with one another and their teachers? Listen andwatch for a happy buzz of activity – neither tooquiet nor too loud.

6. Do teachers use positive speech? Are theyloving and responsive to the children?

7. Is the program able to adapt to the needs ofeach individual child? A good program should be

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20.Does the childcare program have records provingthat the other children in care are up-to-date on alltheir required immunizations? 21. Does the childcare program have an emergency

plan if a child is injured, sick, or lost? Does the child-care program have first aid kits? Does the childcare pro-gram have information about who to contact in anemergency?Parents should also think about what they see based on

what they know about their child. Are the teachers treat-ing children in ways that will be comfortable to theirchild? Are the materials and activities likely to be of inter-est and to be challenging but achievable to their child? Isthe program interested in what is important to the parentand work with the family to give a child the high qualityexperiences he or she deserves? Overall parents shouldfeel comfortable in an early education setting. Chancesare if a parent does not feel comfortable, neither will thechild. It is also important for a parents to understand thatprograms will not only meet a child where he or she is,but also present challenges to improve that child’s cogni-tive, social, emotional and physical development.

able to adapt without ignoring the whole group.8. Are there strategies in place to attract and maintain

qualified, well-trained staff?9. Does the program have a strong connection with the

families of each child and the community? What type ofadditional training has the staff had during the past year?Do outside experts provide training?

10. Is the program licensed by the state? Are there anyoutstanding violations? Is the program accredited or in theprocess of becoming accredited?

11. What are the hours of operation? What if you arelate in picking up your child?

12.Is there a qualified health professional, such as adoctor or nurse, for the program? The national standardrecommends that center-based infant-toddler programs bevisited by a health professional at least once a month, andall other childcare programs should be visited at leastonce every three months, according to a brochure pro-duced by the American Academy of Pediatrics.

13. Do children need a medical exam before they canenroll? Have staff members been checked by a doctor tobe sure they are healthy? What are the policies when chil-

dren are mildly ill?14.What is the discipline policy? Do the children go on

outings? If they travel by car, van, or bus are the properchild safety seats, booster seats, and seat belts used? Isthere someone besides the driver supervising the childrenduring transport?

15. Are the program’ policies on meals, discipline andissues such as toilet training the same or similar to yours?How long have staff members worked at the center? Howmuch experience do they have with children of yourchild’s age?

16. What happens if your child is sick or the childcareprogram is closed?

17.What are the costs? How are payments made? Arethere other services available in addition to child care?Do these cost extra?

18.Ask for references and contact information from par-ents who use the program as well as at least one parentwhose child was in the program during the past year.

19. Can you talk to staff on a regular basis? If there wassomething sensitive you needed to bring up, would youfeel comfortable talking to them?

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20.Does the childcare program have records provingthat the other children in care are up-to-date on alltheir required immunizations? 21. Does the childcare program have an emergency

plan if a child is injured, sick, or lost? Does the child-care program have first aid kits? Does the childcare pro-gram have information about who to contact in anemergency?Parents should also think about what they see based on

what they know about their child. Are the teachers treat-ing children in ways that will be comfortable to theirchild? Are the materials and activities likely to be of inter-est and to be challenging but achievable to their child? Isthe program interested in what is important to the parentand work with the family to give a child the high qualityexperiences he or she deserves? Overall parents shouldfeel comfortable in an early education setting. Chancesare if a parent does not feel comfortable, neither will thechild. It is also important for a parents to understand thatprograms will not only meet a child where he or she is,but also present challenges to improve that child’s cogni-tive, social, emotional and physical development.

able to adapt without ignoring the whole group.8. Are there strategies in place to attract and maintain

qualified, well-trained staff?9. Does the program have a strong connection with the

families of each child and the community? What type ofadditional training has the staff had during the past year?Do outside experts provide training?

10. Is the program licensed by the state? Are there anyoutstanding violations? Is the program accredited or in theprocess of becoming accredited?

11. What are the hours of operation? What if you arelate in picking up your child?

12.Is there a qualified health professional, such as adoctor or nurse, for the program? The national standardrecommends that center-based infant-toddler programs bevisited by a health professional at least once a month, andall other childcare programs should be visited at leastonce every three months, according to a brochure pro-duced by the American Academy of Pediatrics.

13. Do children need a medical exam before they canenroll? Have staff members been checked by a doctor tobe sure they are healthy? What are the policies when chil-

dren are mildly ill?14.What is the discipline policy? Do the children go on

outings? If they travel by car, van, or bus are the properchild safety seats, booster seats, and seat belts used? Isthere someone besides the driver supervising the childrenduring transport?

15. Are the program’ policies on meals, discipline andissues such as toilet training the same or similar to yours?How long have staff members worked at the center? Howmuch experience do they have with children of yourchild’s age?

16. What happens if your child is sick or the childcareprogram is closed?

17.What are the costs? How are payments made? Arethere other services available in addition to child care?Do these cost extra?

18.Ask for references and contact information from par-ents who use the program as well as at least one parentwhose child was in the program during the past year.

19. Can you talk to staff on a regular basis? If there wassomething sensitive you needed to bring up, would youfeel comfortable talking to them?

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Striving to provide a clean, safe and educationalenvironment for children and their families.

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Resources• AAP Early Education and Child CareInitiatives – 888-227-5409; www.healthychild-care.org – offers child care related information,including information on care and a checklistfor parents.• Child Care Aware – 800-424-2246. ChildCare Aware helps parents find childcare andresources in their community. www.child-careaware.org.• National Association for the Education ofYoung Children – 202-232-8777;www.naeyc.org – offers a listing of accreditedcenters by state and zip code.


BABY SAFETY

New parents are obsessed with keeping their babies safe. Many will tell you thatthey check on their sleeping infants repeatedly just to be sure the babies are stillbreathing.The fact that, each year, 2,500 infants in the United States are victims of sudden

infant death syndrome (SIDS) is a big reason why. SIDS, the sudden, unexplainabledeath of a baby under 1 year old, is the leading cause of death for infants from 1month to 1 year of age. Typically, parents will check on a sleeping infant and findher dead – a tragedy that haunts them for the rest of their lives, according to theAmerican Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Institute.And yet, despite 16 years of public health messages urging parents to follow a set

of guidelines proven to help prevent SIDS, a recent study published in the journalPediatrics found that 26 percent of mothers of 3-month-old babies don’t adhere torecommendations to:• always put an infant to sleep on his back,• keep the crib free of soft objects like stuffed toys, pillows and quilts, and• not have the baby sleep in the same bed with his parents.These guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) are based on

the idea that infants may be suffocating after turning their faces into soft bedding ornearby soft objects. And they’ve been shown to work. From 1992 to 2003, the rateof SIDS deaths actually dropped by more than half (from 1.2 deaths per 1,000 livebirths to 0.53 deaths per 1,000). The decline was attributed to health recommenda-tions, which began in 1992, to put babies to sleep on their backs instead of theirstomachs.

New SIDS Prevention TipsNow, new research points to the use of fans and the training of childcare

providers in SIDS prevention as other effective ways to reduce the incidence ofSIDS.A recent study by Kaiser Permanente’s research division found that using a fan in

a baby’s sleeping room cut an infant’s risk of SIDS by 72 percent, compared to

by DEIRDRE WILSON Keeping Your BabySafe from SIDS

rooms with no fan. Kaiser Permanenteresearchers also found that infants using a pacifi-er while sleeping were at reduced SIDS risk, per-haps because the pacifier prevented an infantfrom pressing completely up against soft beddingor a mattress.Meantime, the AAP is reporting that training

childcare providers in SIDS prevention also helpsreduce risk. An estimated 20 percent of SIDSdeaths occur while a baby is in the care of some-one other than the parent, the AAP reports. In a recent study, 1,212 providers in 264 child-

care programs received AAP-approved SIDS pre-vention training that emphasized placing infantsto sleep on their backs. Following the training,the providers reported an increased understand-ing (from 59.7 percent to 87.8 percent) of theneed to do this. And the percentage of providerswho actually did place infants on their backsincreased from 51 percent to 62.1 percent.The study underscores the need for continued

education of parents, expanded training of par-ents and caregivers and even statewide mandatesregarding SIDS prevention in childcare settings,the AAP reports.The American SIDS Institute recommends the

following additional tips to help reduce SIDS risk:• Keep the baby’s crib in the parents’ room

until the infant is at least 6 months old (studiesshow that infants are safest when their beds areclose to their mothers).• Have your sleeping baby dressed in justenough clothes to keep her warm, without hav-ing to use a blanket. And keep the room temper-ature at a comfortable setting. Overheating mayincrease the risk of SIDS.• Don’t expose your infant to tobacco smoke.

The greater the exposure, studies have found, thegreater the risk of SIDS.• Breastfeed your baby, if possible, since stud-

ies have shown that breastfed babies have alower incidence of SIDS than formula-fed babies.• Don’t expose your baby to people with res-

piratory infections; SIDS has often been associat-ed with minor colds or gastrointestinal infections.• Talk to your pediatrician immediately if your

baby experiences periods of not breathing,going limp or turning blue, or if your baby stopsbreathing or gags excessively after spitting up.

Deirdre Wilson is a senior editor for DominionParenting Media and Parenthood.com.

These guidelinesfrom the AmericanAcademy of Pediatrics(AAP) are based onthe idea that infantsmay be suffocatingafter turning theirfaces into soft beddingor nearby soft objects.And they’ve beenshown to work. From1992 to 2003, the rateof SIDS deaths actual-ly dropped by morethan half (from 1.2deaths per 1,000 livebirths to 0.53 deathsper 1,000).


New parents are obsessed with keeping their babies safe. Many will tell you thatthey check on their sleeping infants repeatedly just to be sure the babies are stillbreathing.

The fact that, each year, 2,500 infants in the United States are victims of suddeninfant death syndrome (SIDS) is a big reason why. SIDS, the sudden, unexplainabledeath of a baby under 1 year old, is the leading cause of death for infants from 1month to 1 year of age. Typically, parents will check on a sleeping infant and findher dead – a tragedy that haunts them for the rest of their lives, according to theAmerican Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Institute.And yet, despite 16 years of public health messages urging parents to follow a set

of guidelines proven to help prevent SIDS, a recent study published in the journalPediatrics found that 26 percent of mothers of 3-month-old babies don’t adhere torecommendations to:• always put an infant to sleep on his back,• keep the crib free of soft objects like stuffed toys, pillows and quilts, and• not have the baby sleep in the same bed with his parents.These guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) are based on

the idea that infants may be suffocating after turning their faces into soft bedding ornearby soft objects. And they’ve been shown to work. From 1992 to 2003, the rateof SIDS deaths actually dropped by more than half (from 1.2 deaths per 1,000 livebirths to 0.53 deaths per 1,000). The decline was attributed to health recommenda-tions, which began in 1992, to put babies to sleep on their backs instead of theirstomachs.

New SIDS Prevention TipsNow, new research points to the use of fans and the training of childcare

providers in SIDS prevention as other effective ways to reduce the incidence ofSIDS.A recent study by Kaiser Permanente’s research division found that using a fan in

a baby’s sleeping room cut an infant’s risk of SIDS by 72 percent, compared to

Keeping Your BabySafe from SIDS

rooms with no fan. Kaiser Permanenteresearchers also found that infants using a pacifi-er while sleeping were at reduced SIDS risk, per-haps because the pacifier prevented an infantfrom pressing completely up against soft beddingor a mattress.Meantime, the AAP is reporting that training

childcare providers in SIDS prevention also helpsreduce risk. An estimated 20 percent of SIDSdeaths occur while a baby is in the care of some-one other than the parent, the AAP reports. In a recent study, 1,212 providers in 264 child-

care programs received AAP-approved SIDS pre-vention training that emphasized placing infantsto sleep on their backs. Following the training,the providers reported an increased understand-ing (from 59.7 percent to 87.8 percent) of theneed to do this. And the percentage of providerswho actually did place infants on their backsincreased from 51 percent to 62.1 percent.The study underscores the need for continued

education of parents, expanded training of par-ents and caregivers and even statewide mandatesregarding SIDS prevention in childcare settings,the AAP reports.The American SIDS Institute recommends the

following additional tips to help reduce SIDS risk:• Keep the baby’s crib in the parents’ room

until the infant is at least 6 months old (studiesshow that infants are safest when their beds areclose to their mothers).• Have your sleeping baby dressed in just

enough clothes to keep her warm, without hav-ing to use a blanket. And keep the room temper-ature at a comfortable setting. Overheating mayincrease the risk of SIDS.• Don’t expose your infant to tobacco smoke.

The greater the exposure, studies have found, thegreater the risk of SIDS.• Breastfeed your baby, if possible, since stud-

ies have shown that breastfed babies have alower incidence of SIDS than formula-fed babies.• Don’t expose your baby to people with res-

piratory infections; SIDS has often been associat-ed with minor colds or gastrointestinal infections.• Talk to your pediatrician immediately if your

baby experiences periods of not breathing,going limp or turning blue, or if your baby stopsbreathing or gags excessively after spitting up.

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Children play because it’s fun. When a child presses a button and a toy respondswith lights and sounds, this cause and effect rewards the child for what she can do onher own. Success with toys drives engagement, generates self-confidence, encouragesrepetition and earns accolades from peers and parents. Most importantly, it’s fun.Kids with disabilities may learn at a slower pace or with special assistance, but they

have the same need to discover that success is fun. Success drives their eagerness to tryharder, do more and develop new skills. All of the toys that won National Parenting

Publications Awards (NAPPA) in 2008 introduce chil-dren to the delightful experience of success. For begin-ning learners, the Smart Builder’s Piano takes the age-old building blocks concept to a new level. Essentiallyan electronic keyboard, children create new sounds byadding blocks. The more they build, the more the piano’s

sounds reflect their choices. As children finger the keysand grasp the blocks, they are working on fine motor

skills and eye-hand coordination, in addition to expressing their musical cre-ativity.

For little thinkers, the Double Shutter, Shut the Super Box! is ano-fail way to learn numbers and develop strategic thinking.Children roll dice and easily choose which corresponding easy-to-manipulate levers to flip. The more they play, the more funthey have as they consider which lever options will help them

win. On a much grander scale, the Uberstix Scavenger Series introduces children to

recycling and to being innovative in the way that they see the world around them.Success is defined both by achieving the toy’s building goal and by learning the valueof recycling. By repurposing paper clips,straws, plastic bags, etc., from around thehouse, children learn to build with uncon-ventional materials, think outside the boxand hone their problem-solving skills. For more details of the 2008 NAPPA-win-

ning children’s toys, first described in SanAntonio’s November and December issues,head online to www.nappa.parenthood.com.

Ellen Metrick is a toy specialist, a NAPPA toyjudge, and the business development director forthe National Lekotek Center, a nonprofit network of toy lending libraries for childrenwith disabilities. AblePlay™, a Lekotek service, helps parents find great toys recom-mended for developing specific skill sets. For more information, visit www.lekotek.organd www.ableplay.org.

SPECIAL NEEDS


by ELLEN METRICK

NAPPA Toys MotivateChildren of All Abilities

Boerne

Early Learning Center of St.Mark’s Presbyterian208 W. BanderaBoerne, TX 78006830-249-3813

www.stmarktx.org

Hill County MontessoriSchool

606 S School St.Boerne, TX 78006830-816-3819

www.hillcountrymontessori.com

Hug-A-Bear Child CareCenter

215 S. Water St.Boerne, TX 78006830-249-2327

Planet Kids Learning Center518 E. Blanco, #200Boerne, TX 78006830-249-5922

www.planetkidslc.com

Tarry Bank Montessori27375 Toutant Beauregard Rd.

Boerne, TX 78006830-755-6506

www.tarrybankkids.com

Bulverde/Spring Branch

Bulverde UMC Child’sMorning Out

28300 Hwy 281 NorthSan Antonio, TX 78260

830-980-7745

Cedar Hill Day Camp20615 State HWY 46

Spring Branch, TX 78070830-980-8429

Kiddie Koop28190 HWY 281 NorthSan Antonio, TX 78260

830-980-7671

Kids Day Daycare32850 US HWY 281 NBulverde, TX 78163

830-438-6732

Learning Tree30021 Hwy 281 NorthBulverde, TX 78163

830-980-6327www.bulverdedaycare.com

Lighthouse Christian LearningCenter

2420 Bulverde Rd.Bulverde, TX 78163

830-980-9016

Mother Goose DaycareCenter, LLC

25020 Blanco Rd., Suite 100San Antonio, TX 78260

481-5111

St. Paul LutheranChristian Day School

29797 US Hwy 281 NorthBulverde, TX 78163

830-980-6771www.stpaul-lutheran-bul-

verde.org

Converse/UniversalCity

Autrey’s Family Child Care &Learning Center

238 E Aviation BlvdUniversal City, TX 78148

659-0134

Christ the King LutheranChild Development Center

1129 Pat Booker Rd.Universal City, TX 78148

658-8847

Converse Christian Schooland Early Learning Center

9146 FM 78Converse, TX 78109

659-0203

First Baptist Academy1401 Pat Booker Rd.

Universal City, TX 78148658-5331

Kiddie Round-Up, Inc9145 FM 1516

Converse, TX 78109945-8391

King’s Kare Preschool1017 W. Byrd


www.VAOG.net

New Life Fellowship ChildDevelopment Center11225 East Loop 1604


Peek-A-Boo Hideout LearningAcademy, Inc.8679 FM 78

Converse, TX 78109310-5437

St. Monica ChildDevelopment Center

515 North St.Converse, TX 78109

658-6701www.saintmonica.net

Open year round from 7 a.m.– 6 p.m., daily. The early

childhood program providesstate licensed childcare alongwith academic experiences inpre-school, pre-kinder and

kindergarten. Call or visit ourwebsite for more information.

Universal City UnitedMethodist Preschool

90 Winn Ave.Universal City, TX 78148

658-5761

New Braunfels

Bright Stars Learning Center1671 McQueeney Rd.

New Braunfels, TX 78130830-608-9005

Cooper Country Day School961 County Line Road


Cross Lutheran Pre School &Childcare

2171 E. Common St.New Braunfels, TX 78130

830-625-3969

Dayspring Christian Pre-School

1895 S. WalnutNew Braunfels, TX 78130

830-626-8614www.dayspringchristian-

preschoo.org

First Protestant School172 W. Coll


First United Methodist DaySchool & Kindergarten572 W San Antonio St.


Happy ChildhoodLearning Center242 Trade Center


Happy Days Day Care, Inc.115 N. Union


Kids’ Day Out373 Howard St.


New Braunfels ChristianAcademy

995 Mission Hills Dr.New Braunfels, TX 78130

830-625-8002

St. Paul’s Lutheran Day School 181 S Santa Clara


The Children’s Bungalow1095 W. Bridge St.


Through a Child’s Eyes2047 E. Common St.


Triple L Ranch ChildDevelopment Center737 County Line Rd.


Schertz/Selma

Brighter Futures LearningCenter

1213 Borgfeld Road @ FM3009

Schertz, TX 78154210-566-1999

Accepting children 6 weeks –12 years. CCDS accepted.Please come out & take ourtour of our beautiful facility.

We have large classrooms andplaygrounds. We strive to

meet the needs of all children.Children are encouraged to

explore their environment andthink creatively. Teachersguide and enhance this

process through materials andactivities. Our curriculum isdeveloped denoting weekly

themes and units of study. Weare committed to providing astimulating, child-oriented

environment.

Mary’s Little Lambs1271 Oak

Schertz, TX 78154658-8170

Kids with disabili-ties may learn at aslower pace or withspecial assistance, butthey have the sameneed to discover thatsuccess is fun.Success drives theireagerness to try hard-er, do more anddevelop new skills.

All of the toys thatwon NationalParenting PublicationsAwards (NAPPA) in2008 introduce chil-dren to the delightfulexperience of success.

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Boerne

Early Learning Center of St.Mark’s Presbyterian208 W. BanderaBoerne, TX 78006830-249-3813www.stmarktx.org

Hill County MontessoriSchool

606 S School St.Boerne, TX 78006830-816-3819

www.hillcountrymontessori.com

Hug-A-Bear Child CareCenter

215 S. Water St.Boerne, TX 78006830-249-2327

Planet Kids Learning Center518 E. Blanco, #200Boerne, TX 78006830-249-5922

www.planetkidslc.com

Tarry Bank Montessori27375 Toutant Beauregard Rd.

Boerne, TX 78006830-755-6506

www.tarrybankkids.com

Bulverde/Spring Branch

Bulverde UMC Child’sMorning Out

28300 Hwy 281 NorthSan Antonio, TX 78260

830-980-7745

Cedar Hill Day Camp20615 State HWY 46Spring Branch, TX 78070

830-980-8429

Kiddie Koop28190 HWY 281 NorthSan Antonio, TX 78260

830-980-7671

Kids Day Daycare32850 US HWY 281 NBulverde, TX 78163830-438-6732

Learning Tree30021 Hwy 281 NorthBulverde, TX 78163830-980-6327

www.bulverdedaycare.com

Lighthouse Christian LearningCenter

2420 Bulverde Rd.Bulverde, TX 78163830-980-9016

Mother Goose DaycareCenter, LLC

25020 Blanco Rd., Suite 100San Antonio, TX 78260

481-5111

St. Paul LutheranChristian Day School

29797 US Hwy 281 NorthBulverde, TX 78163830-980-6771

www.stpaul-lutheran-bul-verde.org

Converse/UniversalCity

Autrey’s Family Child Care &Learning Center238 E Aviation Blvd


Christ the King LutheranChild Development Center1129 Pat Booker Rd.


Converse Christian Schooland Early Learning Center

9146 FM 78Converse, TX 78109

659-0203

First Baptist Academy1401 Pat Booker Rd.


Kiddie Round-Up, Inc9145 FM 1516

Converse, TX 78109945-8391

King’s Kare Preschool1017 W. Byrd


www.VAOG.net

New Life Fellowship ChildDevelopment Center11225 East Loop 1604Universal City, TX 78148

566-9900

Peek-A-Boo Hideout LearningAcademy, Inc.8679 FM 78

Converse, TX 78109310-5437

St. Monica ChildDevelopment Center

515 North St.Converse, TX 78109

658-6701www.saintmonica.net

Open year round from 7 a.m.– 6 p.m., daily. The earlychildhood program providesstate licensed childcare alongwith academic experiences inpre-school, pre-kinder andkindergarten. Call or visit ourwebsite for more information.

Universal City UnitedMethodist Preschool90 Winn Ave.


New Braunfels

Bright Stars Learning Center1671 McQueeney Rd.New Braunfels, TX 78130

830-608-9005

Cooper Country Day School961 County Line RoadNew Braunfels, TX 78130

830-629-1190

Cross Lutheran Pre School &Childcare

2171 E. Common St.New Braunfels, TX 78130

830-625-3969

Dayspring Christian Pre-School

1895 S. WalnutNew Braunfels, TX 78130

830-626-8614www.dayspringchristian-

preschoo.org

First Protestant School172 W. Coll


First United Methodist DaySchool & Kindergarten572 W San Antonio St.New Braunfels, TX 78130

830-608-1724

Happy ChildhoodLearning Center242 Trade Center


Happy Days Day Care, Inc.115 N. Union


Kids’ Day Out373 Howard St.


New Braunfels ChristianAcademy

995 Mission Hills Dr.New Braunfels, TX 78130

830-625-8002

St. Paul’s Lutheran Day School 181 S Santa Clara


The Children’s Bungalow1095 W. Bridge St.


Through a Child’s Eyes2047 E. Common St.


Triple L Ranch ChildDevelopment Center737 County Line Rd.


Schertz/Selma

Brighter Futures LearningCenter

1213 Borgfeld Road @ FM3009

Schertz, TX 78154210-566-1999

Accepting children 6 weeks –12 years. CCDS accepted.Please come out & take ourtour of our beautiful facility.We have large classrooms andplaygrounds. We strive to

meet the needs of all children.Children are encouraged toexplore their environment andthink creatively. Teachersguide and enhance this

process through materials andactivities. Our curriculum isdeveloped denoting weeklythemes and units of study. Weare committed to providing astimulating, child-oriented

environment.

Mary’s Little Lambs1271 Oak

Schertz, TX 78154658-8170

CHILDCARE & PRESCHOOL DIRECTORY

Our Lady of Perpetual HelpChild Development Center

16075 N Evans Rd.Selma, TX 78154

651-6819

Play Today, Inc.17319 IH 35 N, Suite 302

Schertz, TX 78154651-3610

www.playtodaydropin.com

Schertz Christian Academy1002 Live Oak Rd.Schertz, TX 78154

845-0191

Schertz First Baptist Preschool600 Aero

Schertz, TX 78154658-0488

Texas Heritage Children’sRanch

10725 FM 1518Schertz, TX 78154

659-1033

Tiny Tot Learning CenterFM 1518 W 4720Selma, TX 78154

651-0039

Central

1.2..me…Childcare2910 Hillcrest

San Antonio, TX 78201734-7515

A Blessed Child1722 Texas Ave


Alice in Wonderland1060 Delgado St.


Alice in Wonderland743 S. Flores


Antioch Christian Academy227 Eross St.


Behold the Lamb Child CareCenter

1105 Nolan St.San Antonio, TX 78202

224-2889

Blessed Sacrament LearningCenter

222 Cevallos W.San Antonio, TX 78204

223-5013

Big Bird Day Care Center1810 W. Thorain


Central Christian Child CareCenter

720 N MainSan Antonio, TX 78205

226-9672www.cccsa.org

For over 40 years, we’ve givenquality care to each child

enrolled in our child develop-ment center. Our goal is to

attend to your child’s physical,academic and spiritual needs.We have an open door policyand encourage you to visit thecenter at your convenience toexplore our exciting facilityand learn about our dynamic

curriculum.

Discovery School222 Salem


NAEYC accredited since 1989.Loving, degreed staff, handson learning, Spanish and sci-ence lab. Non-denomination-al. Thirty-four years of excel-lence. Ages 2 years – first

grade, limited openings, callus today! At Discovery Schoolwe learn as we play and play

as we learn.

Discovery World 406 W. Durango


First Presbyterian ChurchChildren’s Center404 N Alamo


Garden of Cherubs LearningAcademy

1038 W. Woodlawn AveSan Antonio, TX 78201

(210) 319-0743

Good Samaritan Center1600 Saltillo


Green Acres Child CareCenter

1303 S. MainSan Antonio, TX 78204

223-3107

Healy-Murphy ChildDevelopment Center

122 NolanSan Antonio, TX 78202

224-9569

Hosanna Full Gospel ChurchChild Care Center244 Sherwood


House of Neighborly Service407 N. Calaveras


Immaculate ConceptionKindergarten and Nursery

2407 W TravisSan Antonio, TX 78207

226-3934

Inman Christian Center1214 Colima


Kids’ Paradise Day Care2508 Buena Vista


Kriterion A Montessori School611 W Ashby


www.kriterion.com

Laurel Heights UnitedMethodist Church Child Care

234 W MistletoeSan Antonio, TX 78212

732-6979www.laurelheights-umc.org

Los Angeles Heights ChildDevelopment Center

802 CatalinaSan Antonio, TX 78201

732-5641

The Mulberry School319 E. Mulberry


Our Lady of the Lake ChildDevelopment Center

411 SW 24th St.San Antonio, TX 78207

431-5570www.ollusa.edu

Over the Rainbow ChristianDay Care I

2617 N. Zarzamora San Antonio, TX 78201

732-8698

St. Anthony Catholic SchoolKatherine Ryan Program

205 W. HuisacheSan Antonio, TX 78212

732-8801 Ext. 120 www.stanthonysa.org

Our Katherine Ryan Programconsists of K3, K4 and

Kindergarten taught by excel-lent teachers. With equal

emphasis on academic, socialand religious foundations, theprogram includes separate

music, library, computer andphysical education teachers aswell as artistic and culturalevents. Breakfast, lunch andafternoon snacks included.After school care available.

St. Brigid’s Kindergarten 5118 Loma Linda Dr.San Antonio, TX 78201733-0037 or 733-0701

St. John’s Lutheran DaySchool

502 E NuevaSan Antonio, TX 78205

225-2392

St. Paul’s EpiscopalMontessori School1018 E. Grayson


www.stpauls-satx.orgSince 2005, the mission of ourschool has been to provide anoutstanding Montessori basededucation to culturally andeconomically diverse groupsof children, nurturing espe-cially the child’s mind, body

and spirit.

San Antonio College ChildDevelopment Center 210 W. Ashby Place


Sunshine Cottage103 Tuleta


www.sunshinecottage.comSunshine Cottage teaches stu-dents with hearing impair-

ments (preK through 12thgrade) using the auditory oralmethod. Newborn hearingscreening available by

appointment. Parent-infantprogram for birth-3years

The Play Pen Daycare andLearning Center1511 Saltillo St.


Ties-N-Bows Learning Center1334 Basse Rd.


VIA Child DevelopmentCenter

711 W LaurelSan Antonio, TX 78212

362-2230

Z Place Zion Family Center702 Cincinnati


North Central

Abiding Presence LutheranDay School

14700 San PedroSan Antonio, TX 78232

491-9565

Acorn School for YoungChildren

3501 BroadwaySan Antonio, TX 78209

826-8804

Alamo Heights PresbyterianChild Development Center


822-3213

Alamo Heights UnitedMethodist Weekday School

825 E Basse Rd.San Antonio, TX 78209

826-2412

Aragon Spanish Academy18952 Redland Rd., Ste. 1San Antonio, TX 78259

496-0990www.aragonacademy.comChildren ages three to fiveyears old begin learning the

Spanish language in anencouraging and friendly

atmosphere. The curriculum isdesigned to build a child’s

confidence in speakingSpanish along with cultivatingother important developmen-tal skills. The teachers speakSpanish during the class time,using English only when nec-

essary. Aragon SpanishAcademy is a Christian-based

preschool.

Blessed Sacrament ParishChild Development Center

102 Sharon Dr.San Antonio, TX 78216

824-1392

Candy Cane Children’s Center323 W. Sunset


Castle Hills First BaptistDaycare & Preschool2220 N.W. Military


www.childhood.castlehillsbap-tist.org

Castle Hills Learning Center8030 Blanco Rd.


Child Montessori School2829 Hunters Green


www.childmontessori.com

Children’s LighthouseLearning Center @ Stone Oak

20906 Gathering OakSan Antonio, TX 78258

481-2882www.childrenslighthousesa.co

m

Childtime Children’s Center1107 W Bitters Rd.


www.childtime.com

Christ Lutheran Day School6720 Broadway


Christ Our Savior Daycare5323 Blanco Rd.


Christian Heritage Preschool16316 San Pedro

San Antonio, TX 78232

499-4675www.chs-kids.com

At CHS, we strive to meet andexceed those expectations.Attention to your student’s

learning level and pace is crit-ical. That is why classes aresmall in size, fewer than 18

students. The backbone of ourEarly Childhood Developmentprogram, as well as all othergrades, is built on the princi-ples set forth in the Bible.

Each subject is taught from aChristian perspective, empha-sizing Christian values. All ofour students participate in

daily chapel, which includes adevotional, pledge of alle-giance to our nation’s flag,

songs, and prayer.

Circle School217 Pershing Ave.


www.thecircleschool.org

Coker Day School231 E North Loop Rd.San Antonio, TX 78216

494-5061www.coker.org

Colonial Hills UnitedMethodist Child Development

Center5247 Vance Jackson


www.colonialhills.infoOur curriculum and develop-mentally appropriate environ-ment helps children grow

emotionally, physically, spiri-tually and intellectually. We

develop self esteem, socializa-tion and skills for life.

Community Bible Church DaySchool

2477 North Loop 1604 ESan Antonio, TX 78232

477-5212

Concordia Lutheran Day Care16801 Huebner Rd.


http://www.children.concor-dialutheranchurch.com

Country Kids Academy21002 Encino Commons Rd.


Crown of Life Lutheran Pre-

School19291 Stone Oak Pkwy.San Antonio, TX 78258

490-9860www.crownoflifesa.org

Educare Child Care Center,Inc.

3838 West Ave.San Antonio, TX 78213

979-9219

Gan Gani Preschool14541 Blanco Rd.


www.gangani.org

Harvest Preschool Academy1270 N. Loop 1604 ESan Antonio, TX 78232

496-2277www.harvestschools.org

Harvest Preschool offers a nur-turing program with flexibleschedules to serve the variedneeds of children and parents.In addition to loving care in asafe environment, with low

teacher to student ratios, chil-dren experience learning

activities that are appropriatefor each stage of their devel-opment. Accepting ages 6weeks through 5 years.

Heintz Preschool16550 Huebner Rd.


Just Kids Christian LearningCenter

3060 Olmos Creek Dr.San Antonio, TX 78230

492-8840

Kids R Kids Schools of QualityLearning

1909 W BittersSan Antonio, TX 78248

798-5300www.krksa.com

Kids R Kids Schools of QualityLearning provides a clean,

safe and educational environ-ment for children and theirfamilies. Kids R Kids offersacademic curriculum for allages, before and after schoolprogram with enrichment

activities, closed circuit moni-toring and age-appropriate

outdoor play areas.

Kids R Kids Quality LearningCenter

21780 Hardy Oak Blvd.



Our Lady of Perpetual HelpChild Development Center

16075 N Evans Rd.Selma, TX 78154

651-6819

Play Today, Inc.17319 IH 35 N, Suite 302

Schertz, TX 78154651-3610

www.playtodaydropin.com

Schertz Christian Academy1002 Live Oak Rd.Schertz, TX 78154

845-0191

Schertz First Baptist Preschool600 Aero

Schertz, TX 78154658-0488

Texas Heritage Children’sRanch

10725 FM 1518Schertz, TX 78154

659-1033

Tiny Tot Learning CenterFM 1518 W 4720Selma, TX 78154

651-0039

Central

1.2..me…Childcare2910 Hillcrest


A Blessed Child1722 Texas Ave


Alice in Wonderland1060 Delgado St.


Alice in Wonderland743 S. Flores


Antioch Christian Academy227 Eross St.


Behold the Lamb Child CareCenter

1105 Nolan St.San Antonio, TX 78202

224-2889

Blessed Sacrament LearningCenter

222 Cevallos W.San Antonio, TX 78204

223-5013

Big Bird Day Care Center1810 W. Thorain


Central Christian Child CareCenter

720 N MainSan Antonio, TX 78205

226-9672www.cccsa.org

For over 40 years, we’ve givenquality care to each child

enrolled in our child develop-ment center. Our goal is to

attend to your child’s physical,academic and spiritual needs.We have an open door policyand encourage you to visit thecenter at your convenience toexplore our exciting facilityand learn about our dynamic

curriculum.

Discovery School222 Salem


NAEYC accredited since 1989.Loving, degreed staff, handson learning, Spanish and sci-ence lab. Non-denomination-al. Thirty-four years of excel-lence. Ages 2 years – first

grade, limited openings, callus today! At Discovery Schoolwe learn as we play and play

as we learn.

Discovery World 406 W. Durango


First Presbyterian ChurchChildren’s Center404 N Alamo


Garden of Cherubs LearningAcademy

1038 W. Woodlawn AveSan Antonio, TX 78201

(210) 319-0743

Good Samaritan Center1600 Saltillo


Green Acres Child CareCenter

1303 S. MainSan Antonio, TX 78204

223-3107

Healy-Murphy ChildDevelopment Center

122 NolanSan Antonio, TX 78202

224-9569

Hosanna Full Gospel ChurchChild Care Center244 Sherwood


House of Neighborly Service407 N. Calaveras


Immaculate ConceptionKindergarten and Nursery

2407 W TravisSan Antonio, TX 78207

226-3934

Inman Christian Center1214 Colima


Kids’ Paradise Day Care2508 Buena Vista


Kriterion A Montessori School611 W Ashby


www.kriterion.com

Laurel Heights UnitedMethodist Church Child Care

234 W MistletoeSan Antonio, TX 78212

732-6979www.laurelheights-umc.org

Los Angeles Heights ChildDevelopment Center

802 CatalinaSan Antonio, TX 78201

732-5641

The Mulberry School319 E. Mulberry


Our Lady of the Lake ChildDevelopment Center

411 SW 24th St.San Antonio, TX 78207

431-5570www.ollusa.edu

Over the Rainbow ChristianDay Care I

2617 N. Zarzamora San Antonio, TX 78201

732-8698

St. Anthony Catholic SchoolKatherine Ryan Program

205 W. HuisacheSan Antonio, TX 78212

732-8801 Ext. 120 www.stanthonysa.org

Our Katherine Ryan Programconsists of K3, K4 and

Kindergarten taught by excel-lent teachers. With equal

emphasis on academic, socialand religious foundations, theprogram includes separate

music, library, computer andphysical education teachers aswell as artistic and culturalevents. Breakfast, lunch andafternoon snacks included.After school care available.

St. Brigid’s Kindergarten 5118 Loma Linda Dr.San Antonio, TX 78201733-0037 or 733-0701

St. John’s Lutheran DaySchool

502 E NuevaSan Antonio, TX 78205

225-2392

St. Paul’s EpiscopalMontessori School1018 E. Grayson


www.stpauls-satx.orgSince 2005, the mission of ourschool has been to provide anoutstanding Montessori basededucation to culturally andeconomically diverse groupsof children, nurturing espe-cially the child’s mind, body

and spirit.

San Antonio College ChildDevelopment Center 210 W. Ashby Place


Sunshine Cottage103 Tuleta


www.sunshinecottage.comSunshine Cottage teaches stu-dents with hearing impair-

ments (preK through 12thgrade) using the auditory oralmethod. Newborn hearingscreening available by

appointment. Parent-infantprogram for birth-3years

The Play Pen Daycare andLearning Center1511 Saltillo St.


Ties-N-Bows Learning Center1334 Basse Rd.


VIA Child DevelopmentCenter

711 W LaurelSan Antonio, TX 78212

362-2230

Z Place Zion Family Center702 Cincinnati


North Central

Abiding Presence LutheranDay School

14700 San PedroSan Antonio, TX 78232

491-9565

Acorn School for YoungChildren


826-8804

Alamo Heights PresbyterianChild Development Center


822-3213

Alamo Heights UnitedMethodist Weekday School

825 E Basse Rd.San Antonio, TX 78209

826-2412

Aragon Spanish Academy18952 Redland Rd., Ste. 1San Antonio, TX 78259

496-0990www.aragonacademy.comChildren ages three to fiveyears old begin learning the

Spanish language in anencouraging and friendly

atmosphere. The curriculum isdesigned to build a child’s

confidence in speakingSpanish along with cultivatingother important developmen-tal skills. The teachers speakSpanish during the class time,using English only when nec-

essary. Aragon SpanishAcademy is a Christian-based

preschool.

Blessed Sacrament ParishChild Development Center

102 Sharon Dr.San Antonio, TX 78216

824-1392

Candy Cane Children’s Center323 W. Sunset


Castle Hills First BaptistDaycare & Preschool2220 N.W. Military


www.childhood.castlehillsbap-tist.org

Castle Hills Learning Center8030 Blanco Rd.


Child Montessori School2829 Hunters Green


www.childmontessori.com

Children’s LighthouseLearning Center @ Stone Oak

20906 Gathering OakSan Antonio, TX 78258

481-2882www.childrenslighthousesa.co

m

Childtime Children’s Center1107 W Bitters Rd.


www.childtime.com

Christ Lutheran Day School6720 Broadway


Christ Our Savior Daycare5323 Blanco Rd.


Christian Heritage Preschool16316 San Pedro


499-4675www.chs-kids.com

At CHS, we strive to meet andexceed those expectations.Attention to your student’s

learning level and pace is crit-ical. That is why classes aresmall in size, fewer than 18

students. The backbone of ourEarly Childhood Developmentprogram, as well as all othergrades, is built on the princi-ples set forth in the Bible.

Each subject is taught from aChristian perspective, empha-sizing Christian values. All ofour students participate in

daily chapel, which includes adevotional, pledge of alle-giance to our nation’s flag,

songs, and prayer.

Circle School217 Pershing Ave.


www.thecircleschool.org

Coker Day School231 E North Loop Rd.San Antonio, TX 78216

494-5061www.coker.org

Colonial Hills UnitedMethodist Child Development

Center5247 Vance Jackson


www.colonialhills.infoOur curriculum and develop-mentally appropriate environ-ment helps children grow

emotionally, physically, spiri-tually and intellectually. We

develop self esteem, socializa-tion and skills for life.

Community Bible Church DaySchool

2477 North Loop 1604 ESan Antonio, TX 78232

477-5212

Concordia Lutheran Day Care16801 Huebner Rd.


http://www.children.concor-dialutheranchurch.com

Country Kids Academy21002 Encino Commons Rd.


Crown of Life Lutheran Pre-

School19291 Stone Oak Pkwy.San Antonio, TX 78258

490-9860www.crownoflifesa.org

Educare Child Care Center,Inc.

3838 West Ave.San Antonio, TX 78213

979-9219

Gan Gani Preschool14541 Blanco Rd.


www.gangani.org

Harvest Preschool Academy1270 N. Loop 1604 ESan Antonio, TX 78232

496-2277www.harvestschools.org

Harvest Preschool offers a nur-turing program with flexibleschedules to serve the variedneeds of children and parents.In addition to loving care in asafe environment, with low

teacher to student ratios, chil-dren experience learning

activities that are appropriatefor each stage of their devel-opment. Accepting ages 6weeks through 5 years.

Heintz Preschool16550 Huebner Rd.


Just Kids Christian LearningCenter

3060 Olmos Creek Dr.San Antonio, TX 78230

492-8840

Kids R Kids Schools of QualityLearning

1909 W BittersSan Antonio, TX 78248


Kids R Kids Schools of QualityLearning provides a clean,



outdoor play areas.


21780 Hardy Oak Blvd.




www.krksa.comKids R Kids Schools of QualityLearning provides a clean,



outdoor play areas.Little House Day Care

1638 Basse Rd.San Antonio, TX 78213

733-3574

MontessoriSchoolhouse

10711 Dreamland Dr. San Antonio, TX 78230

341-0731 www.mymontessorischool-

house.comMontessori Schoolhouse pro-vides a stimulating environ-

ment for children beginning at18 months. We are located ina quiet four acre wooded set-

ting. Our traditionalMontessori curriculum

includes Music, Spanish andMotor Skills Programs.

Before and after school careavailable.

Mount Sacred Heart School619 Mount Sacred heart Road


www.mountsacredheart.comSan Antonio’s ONLY Catholic

Montessori School.Nationally Recognized as anNCEA Spice Program. The

Mount Sacred HeartMontessori Primary Program -established in 1973 - operatesas a coeducational programfor children two and one-halfto five (2½ to 5) years of ageand follows the MontessoriMethod of education. TheMSH Montessori PrimaryProgram presently has four

fully equipped Primary class-rooms with additional facili-ties such as a multi-purposeroom, nap room and an

Atrium specifically tailored forthe growth and developmentof faith in the young child.

Northwood Presbyterian DaySchool

518 Pike Place


www.npcsa.org

Oak Meadow UnitedMethodist Mother’s Day Out

2740 Hunters GreenSan Antonio, TX 78231

492-3902www.oakmeadowumc.org

Pilgrim Congregational School500 Pilgrim Dr.


www.pilgrimschoolandday-care.com

Primrose School of HuebnerVillage

2410 Huebner ParkSan Antonio, TX 78248

479-9200www.primrosehuebnervil-

lage.comProviding the highest qualityin early childhood education,Primrose Schools, an accredit-ed private pre-school, devel-ops children academically,

socially and prompts characterdevelopment through its pro-priety balanced learning cur-

riculum.

Primrose School of Stone Oak689 Knights Cross


www.primroseschool.com/sto-neoak

Rainbow Station Preschool322 E Sonterra Blvd.


www.rainbowstation.orgRainbow Station® addressesthe needs of children and par-ents through quality educa-tional programs and emer-gency backup care. We pro-vide early education programsfor children up to age five,

and after-school and summerrecreational programs for chil-

dren up to age 14.

St. Andrew LutheranChildren’s Learning Center

16320 HuebnerSan Antonio, TX 78248

493-9380

St. Andrew’s UnitedMethodist Church Day School

722 Robinhood


www.saumc.com

St. David’s Episcopal School1300 Wiltshire


www.saintdavids.net

St. George Episcopal School6900 West Ave.


www.saintgeorgeschool.orgSaint George Episcopal Schoolprovides exceptional academ-ic preparation in an inclusiveChristian community that fos-ters love and respect for God,

self and others.

St. Luke’s Episcopal School11 St. Luke’s Lane


www.saintlukes.net

St. Mark’s Catholic Preschool& Nursery

1602 Thousand Oaks Dr.San Antonio, TX 78232

494-9282

St. Peter Prince of theApostles School112 Marcia Place


www.stpeterprince.org

St. Thomas Episcopal School1416 N Loop 1604 ESan Antonio, TX 78232

494-3509

Shearer Hills Baptist EarlyLearning Center 12615 San Pedro


Shepherd King Christian DaySchool

303 W RamseySan Antonio, TX 78216

344-1703

Treehouse Pediatric Centerand Behavioral Services

10515 GulfdaleSan Antonio, TX 78216

340-2627822-1881

http://treehousepediatrics.comProviding the most effective

treatment and therapy to chil-dren with autism in SanAntonio. The Treehouse

School Program is an educa-tional program that utilizessystematic instruction basedon the science of appliedbehavior analysis, using

applied verbal (ABV) to teachfunctional communication.

Trinity Church & ChristianAcademy:

Blanco Preschool1323 Brookstone


www.trinitychurch.comWe offer curriculum that

incorporates learning centersin science, art, music, libraryand dramatic play. Activitiesinclude dance, computer andmotor skills classes and pre-kindergarten ABEKA program

for 4 & 5 year olds.

The Church at Stone Oak20825 Wilderness OakSan Antonio, TX 78258

499-5775

The Goddard School21785 Hardy Oak


www.goddardschool.comWe are dedicated to bring youthe absolute best in early edu-

cation! Our program isdesigned to enhance the emo-tional, social, intellectual andphysical development of yourchild from six weeks to six

years old.

The Wright Start LearningCenter

6411 Vance JacksonSan Antonio, TX 78230

558-6882

South Central

Bizzy Beez Child Care Center4647 Roosevelt


Blessed Sacrament AcademyChild Development Center

1135 Mission Rd.San Antonio, TX 78210

532-5363www.bsacdc.org

Carino Child Care Center

435 Sims Ave.San Antonio, TX 78225

533-6026

Jennie & Mikie’s Child Care1110 Halliday Ave.


La Mision Summer Kid Kamp2211 S. Hackberry St.San Antonio, TX 78210

534-4615

Lil Tikes Day Care Center2710 Tortuga St.


Little Friends Day Care Center405 Walton


Little Wonderland Child Care502 W. Theo Ave.


Michael’s Child Care Center645 Kayton Ave.


Palm Heights Baptist School1106 W Malone Ave.San Antonio, TX 78225

923-8600www.phbschool.org

Poppys Kiddie Kampus1134 Gillette Blvd.


Ray Ellison Family Center PaloAlto College

1400 W. VillaretSan Antonio, TX 78224

921-5490

Southern Angels Day CareCenter

102 Octavia Pl.San Antonio, TX 78214

532-6435

Tot spot Children’s Daycare6503 S. Flores St.


Teeter Totter Child CareCenter

6031 S. Flores, Suite 101San Antonio, TX 78214

932-2029

East

Carmelite Learning Center2006 Martin Luther King Dr.


Eman Christian Academy903 S WW White Rd.San Antonio, TX 78220

333-0166

Holli Hills Day Care Center2430 Wayne


Jubilee Child DevelopmentCenter, LLC

2931 S. W.W. White Rd.San Antonio, TX 78222

337-7727

Kiddie Care Early ChildhoodCenter

5063 RigsbySan Antonio, TX 78222

648-3759

Kids Zone Christian Day Care111 Dunaff St.


Little Red School House DayCare Center

2511 SW White Rd.San Antonio, TX 78222

337-6677

Nanny Nite Child Care3155 Ackerman Rd.


Our Second Home5635 FM 78


Pecan Valley Child CareCenter

4359 Greco Dr.San Antonio, TX 78222

333-2128

Safari Learning Center5430 Old Seguin Rd.San Antonio, TX 78219

661-6055

St. Phillips College ChildDevelopment Center

2207 WyomingSan Antonio, TX 78203

271-7033

Stephanie’s Angels1411 Upland Rd.


North East

Bo Peep Learning Center12919 Park Crossing


Bright Kid’s Day Care4230 Clear Spring


Brighton School14207 Higgins Rd.


www.brightonsa.org

Castle Hills Learning Center2769 Nacogdoches Rd.San Antonio, TX 78217

826-5650

Childhood ExpressionsPreschool

8101 MidcrownSan Antonio, TX 78239

655-9350

The Children’s Greenhouse10500 Nacogdoches


www.ymcasatx.org

Christian World LearningCenter

6633 Walzem Rd.San Antonio, TX 78239

657-5262

Deja Discovery LearningCenter

12995 IH 35 NSan Antonio, TX 78233

637-1331

Discovery World LearningCenter

6020 FountainwoodSan Antonio, TX 78233

655-6941

Educational Daycare Center3203 Nacogdoches Suite 200


Eisenhauer Rd. Baptist School& Day Care

3950 Eisenhauer Rd.San Antonio, TX 78218

655-6831

Feed My Sheep Early LearningCenter

12525 NacogdochesSan Antonio, TX 78217

646-7998www.nccfonline.org

Happyland Day Care Center4168 Stahl Rd.


Holy Trinity Presbyterian DaySchool

16245 Nacogdoches San Antonio, TX 78247

599-7640

Kare Bears Day Care4530 Walzem Rd.


Kids-R-Delightful11211 O’Connor Rd.San Antonio, TX 78233

650-4022

Kids “R” Fun 4503 Thousand OaksSan Antonio, TX 78233

590-2005

Kids R Fun13032 Nacogdoches Rd.

#204-207San Antonio, TX 78217

650-5437

King of Kings Child CareCenter

13888 DreamwoodSan Antonio, TX 78233

656-6509www.sakingofkings.com

Kool Kids Learning Center15656 Classen


www.koolkidslc.com

Loving Christian LearningCenter

4222 Sunshadow St.San Antonio, TX 78217

650-4258

MacArthur Park LutheranSchool




www.krksa.comKids R Kids Schools of QualityLearning provides a clean,



outdoor play areas.Little House Day Care

1638 Basse Rd.San Antonio, TX 78213

733-3574

MontessoriSchoolhouse

10711 Dreamland Dr. San Antonio, TX 78230

341-0731 www.mymontessorischool-

house.comMontessori Schoolhouse pro-vides a stimulating environ-

ment for children beginning at18 months. We are located ina quiet four acre wooded set-

ting. Our traditionalMontessori curriculum

includes Music, Spanish andMotor Skills Programs.

Before and after school careavailable.

Mount Sacred Heart School619 Mount Sacred heart Road


www.mountsacredheart.comSan Antonio’s ONLY Catholic

Montessori School.Nationally Recognized as anNCEA Spice Program. The

Mount Sacred HeartMontessori Primary Program -established in 1973 - operatesas a coeducational programfor children two and one-halfto five (2½ to 5) years of ageand follows the MontessoriMethod of education. TheMSH Montessori PrimaryProgram presently has four

fully equipped Primary class-rooms with additional facili-ties such as a multi-purposeroom, nap room and an

Atrium specifically tailored forthe growth and developmentof faith in the young child.

Northwood Presbyterian DaySchool

518 Pike Place


www.npcsa.org

Oak Meadow UnitedMethodist Mother’s Day Out

2740 Hunters GreenSan Antonio, TX 78231

492-3902www.oakmeadowumc.org

Pilgrim Congregational School500 Pilgrim Dr.


www.pilgrimschoolandday-care.com

Primrose School of HuebnerVillage

2410 Huebner ParkSan Antonio, TX 78248

479-9200www.primrosehuebnervil-

lage.comProviding the highest qualityin early childhood education,Primrose Schools, an accredit-ed private pre-school, devel-ops children academically,

socially and prompts characterdevelopment through its pro-priety balanced learning cur-

riculum.

Primrose School of Stone Oak689 Knights Cross


www.primroseschool.com/sto-neoak

Rainbow Station Preschool322 E Sonterra Blvd.


www.rainbowstation.orgRainbow Station® addressesthe needs of children and par-ents through quality educa-tional programs and emer-gency backup care. We pro-vide early education programsfor children up to age five,

and after-school and summerrecreational programs for chil-

dren up to age 14.

St. Andrew LutheranChildren’s Learning Center

16320 HuebnerSan Antonio, TX 78248

493-9380

St. Andrew’s UnitedMethodist Church Day School

722 Robinhood


www.saumc.com

St. David’s Episcopal School1300 Wiltshire


www.saintdavids.net

St. George Episcopal School6900 West Ave.


www.saintgeorgeschool.orgSaint George Episcopal Schoolprovides exceptional academ-ic preparation in an inclusiveChristian community that fos-ters love and respect for God,

self and others.

St. Luke’s Episcopal School11 St. Luke’s Lane


www.saintlukes.net

St. Mark’s Catholic Preschool& Nursery

1602 Thousand Oaks Dr.San Antonio, TX 78232

494-9282

St. Peter Prince of theApostles School112 Marcia Place


www.stpeterprince.org

St. Thomas Episcopal School1416 N Loop 1604 ESan Antonio, TX 78232

494-3509

Shearer Hills Baptist EarlyLearning Center 12615 San Pedro


Shepherd King Christian DaySchool

303 W RamseySan Antonio, TX 78216

344-1703

Treehouse Pediatric Centerand Behavioral Services

10515 GulfdaleSan Antonio, TX 78216

340-2627822-1881

http://treehousepediatrics.comProviding the most effective

treatment and therapy to chil-dren with autism in SanAntonio. The Treehouse

School Program is an educa-tional program that utilizessystematic instruction basedon the science of appliedbehavior analysis, using

applied verbal (ABV) to teachfunctional communication.

Trinity Church & ChristianAcademy:

Blanco Preschool1323 Brookstone


www.trinitychurch.comWe offer curriculum that



The Church at Stone Oak20825 Wilderness OakSan Antonio, TX 78258

499-5775

The Goddard School21785 Hardy Oak


www.goddardschool.comWe are dedicated to bring youthe absolute best in early edu-

cation! Our program isdesigned to enhance the emo-tional, social, intellectual andphysical development of yourchild from six weeks to six

years old.

The Wright Start LearningCenter

6411 Vance JacksonSan Antonio, TX 78230

558-6882

South Central

Bizzy Beez Child Care Center4647 Roosevelt


Blessed Sacrament AcademyChild Development Center

1135 Mission Rd.San Antonio, TX 78210

532-5363www.bsacdc.org

Carino Child Care Center

435 Sims Ave.San Antonio, TX 78225

533-6026

Jennie & Mikie’s Child Care1110 Halliday Ave.


La Mision Summer Kid Kamp2211 S. Hackberry St.San Antonio, TX 78210

534-4615

Lil Tikes Day Care Center2710 Tortuga St.


Little Friends Day Care Center405 Walton


Little Wonderland Child Care502 W. Theo Ave.


Michael’s Child Care Center645 Kayton Ave.


Palm Heights Baptist School1106 W Malone Ave.San Antonio, TX 78225

923-8600www.phbschool.org

Poppys Kiddie Kampus1134 Gillette Blvd.


Ray Ellison Family Center PaloAlto College

1400 W. VillaretSan Antonio, TX 78224

921-5490

Southern Angels Day CareCenter

102 Octavia Pl.San Antonio, TX 78214

532-6435

Tot spot Children’s Daycare6503 S. Flores St.


Teeter Totter Child CareCenter

6031 S. Flores, Suite 101San Antonio, TX 78214

932-2029

East

Carmelite Learning Center2006 Martin Luther King Dr.


Eman Christian Academy903 S WW White Rd.San Antonio, TX 78220

333-0166

Holli Hills Day Care Center2430 Wayne


Jubilee Child DevelopmentCenter, LLC

2931 S. W.W. White Rd.San Antonio, TX 78222

337-7727

Kiddie Care Early ChildhoodCenter

5063 RigsbySan Antonio, TX 78222

648-3759

Kids Zone Christian Day Care111 Dunaff St.


Little Red School House DayCare Center

2511 SW White Rd.San Antonio, TX 78222

337-6677

Nanny Nite Child Care3155 Ackerman Rd.


Our Second Home5635 FM 78


Pecan Valley Child CareCenter

4359 Greco Dr.San Antonio, TX 78222

333-2128

Safari Learning Center5430 Old Seguin Rd.San Antonio, TX 78219

661-6055

St. Phillips College ChildDevelopment Center

2207 WyomingSan Antonio, TX 78203

271-7033

Stephanie’s Angels1411 Upland Rd.


North East

Bo Peep Learning Center12919 Park Crossing


Bright Kid’s Day Care4230 Clear Spring


Brighton School14207 Higgins Rd.


www.brightonsa.org

Castle Hills Learning Center2769 Nacogdoches Rd.San Antonio, TX 78217

826-5650

Childhood ExpressionsPreschool


655-9350

The Children’s Greenhouse10500 Nacogdoches


www.ymcasatx.org

Christian World LearningCenter


657-5262

Deja Discovery LearningCenter

12995 IH 35 NSan Antonio, TX 78233

637-1331


6020 FountainwoodSan Antonio, TX 78233

655-6941

Educational Daycare Center3203 Nacogdoches Suite 200


Eisenhauer Rd. Baptist School& Day Care

3950 Eisenhauer Rd.San Antonio, TX 78218

655-6831

Feed My Sheep Early LearningCenter


646-7998www.nccfonline.org

Happyland Day Care Center4168 Stahl Rd.


Holy Trinity Presbyterian DaySchool

16245 Nacogdoches San Antonio, TX 78247

599-7640

Kare Bears Day Care4530 Walzem Rd.


Kids-R-Delightful11211 O’Connor Rd.San Antonio, TX 78233

650-4022

Kids “R” Fun 4503 Thousand OaksSan Antonio, TX 78233

590-2005

Kids R Fun13032 Nacogdoches Rd.

#204-207San Antonio, TX 78217

650-5437

King of Kings Child CareCenter

13888 DreamwoodSan Antonio, TX 78233

656-6509www.sakingofkings.com

Kool Kids Learning Center15656 Classen


www.koolkidslc.com

Loving Christian LearningCenter

4222 Sunshadow St.San Antonio, TX 78217

650-4258

MacArthur Park LutheranSchool




822-5374

Ms. Annie’s Daycare Center12134 El Sendero


New Beginnings ChristianDaycare

13777 Judson RdSan Antonio, TX 78233

656-1363

New Horizons School3700 Ridge Country


Nite-Owl Child Care Center11220 Perrin Beitel #114San Antonio, TX 78217

599-1095

Northern Hills Day School3703 N Loop 1604 ESan Antonio, TX 78247

654-8406www.nhumc.org

Precious Angel LearningCenter & Daycare13777 Judson Rd.


Resurrection Children’sCenter


655-0451

Saint Mary’s Hall9401 Starcrest Dr.


[email protected]

San Antonio Country DaySchool

4194 Jung Rd.San Antonio, TX 78247

496-6033www.countrydayschool.net

The San Antonio Country DaySchool provides a rich and

peaceful Montessori environ-ment for children 2 years

through fifth grade.Preschoolers are offered two,three or five days per week.

Call today for a tour.

St. John Neumann Catholic

School6680 Crestway


www.stjohnneumannsa.org

St. Margaret’s Episcopal DaySchool

5310 Stahl Rd.San Antonio, TX 78247

657-0395www.stmargarets.us

St. Matthews UnitedMethodist Day Care2738 Bitters Rd.


TLC Learning Center6060 Montgomery Dr San Antonio, TX 78239

599-6005

The Cherished Child at JohnCalvin Presbyterian Preschool


657-9575www.johncalvinpresbyterian.o

rg

The Growing Stage14435 Bulverde Rd.


Trinity Preschool5415 N Loop 1604 ESan Antonio, TX 78247

653-2800www.trinitychristianacademy-

sa.comWe offer curriculum that



South East

Good Shepherd Lutheran DayCare

1630 Goliad Rd.San Antonio, TX 78223

333-0461www.goodshepherdlutheran.c

om

Hands N Hands Childcare andLearning Center875 Hot Wells


www.handsnhands.com

Highland Hills Baptist School2751 E Southcross


Kid Kountry Early LearningCenter

11708 Donop Rd.San Antonio, TX 78223

633-2600

Playtime Day Care11470 S Foster Rd.


Positive Beginnings440 Labor St.


Tot Spot Children’s Daycare6503 S Flores St.


Wee Friends Preschool & DayCare

3302 E Southcross Blvd.San Antonio, TX 78223

532-2224

West

Air Force Village Child Care12455 Freedom Way


Always Being Cared For ChildCenter

333 Valley Hi Drive San Antonio, TX 78227

673-4714

Angel Valley Christian DayCare

1305 SW Loop 410San Antonio, TX 78227

673-3019

Christian Hands Child Care12010 Manzanita St.


Gramma’s Place1911 Serene Valley


Home Away From Home ChildCare

303 CedarhurstSan Antonio, TX 78227

674-2925

La Promesa ChristianAcademy

910 manor Dr.San Antonio, TX 78228

732-3424An affordable Christian educa-tion, in a safe and caring envi-ronment. A BEKA curriculum,weekly chapel, music and low

student to teacher ratio.

Lil’ Patriots1030 Old US Hwy 90 WSan Antonio, TX 78237

432-9280

Madonna NeighborhoodCenter

1906 Castroville Rd.San Antonio, TX 78237

432-1391

Marbach Christian ChurchDCC

8023 Marbach Rd.San Antonio, TX 78227

673-4538

Noah’s Ark Day Care Center6610 Hwy 90 West


Nonna Bear’s Play House9838 Misty Plain


Nora’s Child Care11941 Poinciana


Positive Beginnings3703 Crooked Trail


Silver Spoons Preschool8011 Marbach Rd.


Temple of Praise Early ChildDevelopment Center

1620 Pinn Rd.San Antonio, TX 78227

673-1000

Train-Up A Child Learning Ctr& Nursery



9410 Adams HillSan Antonio, TX 78245

675-7731

Valley Hi Assembly of GodDaycare Center


674-6784www.valleyhiag.org

Valley Hi Baptist Academy6623 SW Loop 410


YWCA Olga H. MadridCenter


433-9922

North West

A Blessed Child2351 Cincinnati


All My Children627 N Gen McMullenSan Antonio, TX 78228

438-1003

ARC University Methodist5084 DeZavala


Bright Ideas Child Enrichment9433 Fredericksburg Rd.San Antonio, TX 78240

694-4622

Buttons N Bows9035 Huebner Rd.


Castle Hills Learning Center &Day Care

4638 CenterviewSan Antonio, TX 78228

731-8100

Children’s Enrichment Center6739 Callaghan


www.childrensenrichmentcen-ter.org

Children’s LighthouseLearning Center2250 Benrus


435-7022www.childrens-summit.com

Children’s House MontessoriSchool

4927 EversSan Antonio, TX 78228

436-0397

Children’s World LearningCenter

8680 GuilbeauSan Antonio, TX 78250

522-0629

Children’s World LearningCenters

8031 Culebra Rd.San Antonio, TX 78251

681-8030


5455 Prue Rd.San Antonio, TX 78240

691-0064

Enrichment Academy7500 Eckhert Rd, Ste 140San Antonio, TX 78240

521-3884

First Mexican Baptist ChildDevelopment Center201 Meredith Dr.


First Steps Child DevelopmentCenter

7326 Louis PasteurSan Antonio, TX 78229

614-5780www.firststepscenter.com

First Steps Child DevelopmentCenter provides quality educa-tion and childcare for youngchildren. We offer a year

round program, after schoolenrichment and summer pro-grams. We take pride in pro-viding a nurturing environ-

ment, rich in developmentallyappropriate play experiences,to allow children the opportu-

nity to grow emotionally,intellectually, physically and

socially.

Giant Steps Early LearningSchool

7900 Old Tezel Rd.San Antonio, TX 78250

521-6677

Joyland Christian Learning

Center11040 Reed Rd.

San Antonio, TX 78251210-523-2613

www.joylandchristianlearning-center.com

Our goal at Joyland ChristianLearning Center is to providethe best possible care and

training for your child while inour care. Christian teachers ina Christian environment areassets to our program. A BekaCurriculum. Accepting ages 6

weeks – 12 years. CCDSaccepted.

Grace Point Daycare &Preschool

9750 Huebner Rd.San Antonio, TX 78240

696-6093www.gracepoint.org

Happy Child Childcare &Learning Center3414 Culebra Rd.


Happy Faces ChildDevelopment Center

5409 Hurley DrSan Antonio, TX 78238

522-1555

Hope Lutheran LearningCenter

5714 Callaghan Rd.San Antonio, TX 78228

433-2011At Hope Lutheran LearningCenter, we provide a warm,

Christian environment for chil-dren ages 6 weeks – 5 yearsold, along with after schoolcare. We offer low ratios,

computers in classrooms, afterschool pick up, and a wellrounded curriculum for all

ages.

Just Kids Christian LearningCenter and Child Care

6204 Prue RoadSan Antonio, TX 78240

691-1244

KidCare Drop-In4951 NW Loop 410


Conveniently located off NWLoop 410 between Callaghanand Evers, KidCare Drop Inoffers hourly and day/weekly

rates. Open Mon-Thurs7:30am-9pm, Fri 7:30am-1am,

and Sat 10am-1am. Kidcare isfor a night out! Ages 18 mos-

12 years

Kids’ Campus Child Care8036 Fredericksburg Rd.San Antonio, TX 78229

692-9224

Kids Galore Learning Center7530 Bandera Rd, Suite 140


Kids of the Kingdom9943 Leslie Rd. (Corner of

1604 and Braun Rd.)San Antonio, TX 78254

688-9171www.zionhelotes.org


10002 Camino BanderaSan Antonio, TX 78254


Kids R Kids Schools of qualitylearning provides a clean, safeand educational environmentfor children and their families.Kids R Kids offers academiccurriculum for all ages beforeand after school program withenrichment activities, closedcircuit monitoring and ageappropriate outdoor play-

house.

Kids World Day Care Center7790 Mainland


Little Achievers3711 Warpath


Little Red Caboose6304 Babcock


Montessori Earth School4911 Golden Quail



50 word descriptionMontessori Earth School

Founded in 1987, our schoolserves children from infancy

through 6+ years with the goalof providing a consistent andloving environment during the



822-5374

Ms. Annie’s Daycare Center12134 El Sendero


New Beginnings ChristianDaycare

13777 Judson RdSan Antonio, TX 78233

656-1363

New Horizons School3700 Ridge Country


Nite-Owl Child Care Center11220 Perrin Beitel #114San Antonio, TX 78217

599-1095

Northern Hills Day School3703 N Loop 1604 ESan Antonio, TX 78247

654-8406www.nhumc.org

Precious Angel LearningCenter & Daycare13777 Judson Rd.


Resurrection Children’sCenter


655-0451

Saint Mary’s Hall9401 Starcrest Dr.


[email protected]

San Antonio Country DaySchool

4194 Jung Rd.San Antonio, TX 78247

496-6033www.countrydayschool.net

The San Antonio Country DaySchool provides a rich and

peaceful Montessori environ-ment for children 2 years

through fifth grade.Preschoolers are offered two,three or five days per week.

Call today for a tour.

St. John Neumann Catholic

School6680 Crestway


www.stjohnneumannsa.org

St. Margaret’s Episcopal DaySchool

5310 Stahl Rd.San Antonio, TX 78247

657-0395www.stmargarets.us

St. Matthews UnitedMethodist Day Care2738 Bitters Rd.


TLC Learning Center6060 Montgomery Dr San Antonio, TX 78239

599-6005

The Cherished Child at JohnCalvin Presbyterian Preschool


657-9575www.johncalvinpresbyterian.o

rg

The Growing Stage14435 Bulverde Rd.


Trinity Preschool5415 N Loop 1604 ESan Antonio, TX 78247

653-2800www.trinitychristianacademy-

sa.comWe offer curriculum that



South East

Good Shepherd Lutheran DayCare

1630 Goliad Rd.San Antonio, TX 78223

333-0461www.goodshepherdlutheran.c

om

Hands N Hands Childcare andLearning Center875 Hot Wells


www.handsnhands.com

Highland Hills Baptist School2751 E Southcross


Kid Kountry Early LearningCenter

11708 Donop Rd.San Antonio, TX 78223

633-2600

Playtime Day Care11470 S Foster Rd.


Positive Beginnings440 Labor St.


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Modern DadsMore dads are going along on OB-GYN

appointments, attending ultrasounds and singingto the baby in-utero, says Greg Bishop, founderof the nationally known mentoring and orienta-tion program, Boot Camp for New Dads. “Youhave a lot more men becoming a lot moreinvolved a lot earlier,” Bishop says. And after abit of time off for the birth and more bonding,many men don’t feel right leaving that new babyall day.

“By the time they go back to work, they knowwhat they’re missing,” he says.

Unfortunately, while dads want to be asinvolved as possible, society hasn’t quite caughtup yet. Dads are still supposed to be the primaryproviders, and for the most part, they still fulfillthat role. “For all the hoopla given to stay-at-home dads,” Bishop says, “the fact is that we’restill a fairly traditional society.”

An American Time Use Survey released in2008 by the Labor Department backs this asser-tion. It found that on an average weekday inhouseholds with kids under age 6, mothers spentmore than four times as much time caring forthose children as did dads. On the weekend,dads did a bit better, but women still put in twiceas much time.

Bishop, whose organization provides educa-tion and support to fathers-to-be at more than260 sites across the United States and interna-tionally, says moms are the biggest factor in howinvolved the father of a child will be and howearly he’ll get involved. Bishop advises womento encourage their partners to jump in, and thento step back and give men space to care for thebaby on their own. His book, Crash Course forNew Dads (Dads Adventure Inc., 2008), offerseven more tips.

Working It OutStill, with long work days and ever-longer

commutes, where’s a dad to find the time?Bishop recalls that during his first child’s first 6months of life, his commute meant he didn’tmake it home on weeknights until after the babywas asleep.

One way for dads to carve out some time is totry for a more flexible work schedule by working

Working dads – especially newdads – have more to come home tothan ever before. But the economicdownturn means they might also feelmore pressure to stay at work, ifthey’re lucky enough to have work.As of early February, the federalLabor Department reported that 3.6million jobs had been lost sinceDecember 2007. Half of those losses

came during November andDecember of 2008 and January of2009; experts and regular folks alikeare still feeling for the bottom of thelong, steep slide.

This means that people with jobsare doing what it takes to keep them.So how can men balance their jobsas “providers” with their new roles as“hands-on dads”?

Working DadsHow to Make Time for Your Baby

by CHRISTINA ELSTON

ResourcesOnline

• Dads Adventure –www.dadsadventure.com– Visit this Web site forlinks to Boot Camp forNew Dads (also accessi-ble at www.bootcampfor-dads.org), a father-to-father, community-basedworkshop for new dadswith programs offerednationwide; and to pur-chase the books CrashCourse for New Dads(Dads Adventure, 2008)and Hit the GroundCrawling (DadsAdventure, 2006), byGreg Bishop, a guidebookto help men cope with thechallenges of their newrole as fathers.

Books

• The New Father: ADad’s Guide to the FirstYear, by Armin Brott,Abbeville Press, 1997.Comprehensive book oncaring for and bondingwith an infant; includes achapter on chapter onbalancing work and fami-ly.

• Working Fathers: NewStrategies for BalancingWork and Family, byJames Levine and ToddPittinsky, Addison-Wesley,1997. Tips, strategies andresearch into how work-ing dads can enjoy a fullparenting life at home.

WORKING DADS


Modern DadsMore dads are going along on OB-GYN

appointments, attending ultrasounds and singingto the baby in-utero, says Greg Bishop, founderof the nationally known mentoring and orienta-tion program, Boot Camp for New Dads. “Youhave a lot more men becoming a lot moreinvolved a lot earlier,” Bishop says. And after abit of time off for the birth and more bonding,many men don’t feel right leaving that new babyall day.

“By the time they go back to work, they knowwhat they’re missing,” he says.

Unfortunately, while dads want to be asinvolved as possible, society hasn’t quite caughtup yet. Dads are still supposed to be the primaryproviders, and for the most part, they still fulfillthat role. “For all the hoopla given to stay-at-home dads,” Bishop says, “the fact is that we’restill a fairly traditional society.”

An American Time Use Survey released in2008 by the Labor Department backs this asser-tion. It found that on an average weekday inhouseholds with kids under age 6, mothers spentmore than four times as much time caring forthose children as did dads. On the weekend,dads did a bit better, but women still put in twiceas much time.

Bishop, whose organization provides educa-tion and support to fathers-to-be at more than260 sites across the United States and interna-tionally, says moms are the biggest factor in howinvolved the father of a child will be and howearly he’ll get involved. Bishop advises womento encourage their partners to jump in, and thento step back and give men space to care for thebaby on their own. His book, Crash Course forNew Dads (Dads Adventure Inc., 2008), offerseven more tips.

Working It OutStill, with long work days and ever-longer

commutes, where’s a dad to find the time?Bishop recalls that during his first child’s first 6months of life, his commute meant he didn’tmake it home on weeknights until after the babywas asleep.

One way for dads to carve out some time is totry for a more flexible work schedule by working

Working dads – especially newdads – have more to come home tothan ever before. But the economicdownturn means they might also feelmore pressure to stay at work, ifthey’re lucky enough to have work.As of early February, the federalLabor Department reported that 3.6million jobs had been lost sinceDecember 2007. Half of those losses

came during November andDecember of 2008 and January of2009; experts and regular folks alikeare still feeling for the bottom of thelong, steep slide.

This means that people with jobsare doing what it takes to keep them.So how can men balance their jobsas “providers” with their new roles as“hands-on dads”?

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at home part of the time, even just one day aweek, and fitting in some baby time betweenemails and other tasks. Dads could also try tonegotiate a later start time at their companies.Babies tend to be early risers, so taking themorning shift with the baby could give mom anextra half-hour of sleep and dad an extra 30minutes of one-on-one time. Dads could alsoget to the office extra early and then make ithome in time for some bonding in the evening.

Not all bosses, however, will be baby-flexible.“If your employer doesn’t have any kids, findanother employer,” jokes Bishop. But he pointsout that it’s unreasonable to expect an employerto cut a man some slack just because he haskids. New dads need to present their plans tobosses as win-win situations, making the casefor how flexibility can make them more efficientand productive.

Balancing the BudgetBishop understands how tough it can be to

manage a job and family, especially in today’sfinancial world. “It’s mind boggling the respon-sibilities these young men today have as theybecome fathers,” he says.

The pressures can really mount once you addall the new-baby spending into the mix.Diapers, childcare and baby gear can get pricey.And it all comes at a time when mom – oftenone of the family wage earners – will be awayfrom work, at least temporarily. Among compa-nies who offer paid maternity leave, some don’tpay a full salary during the leave.

To help keep things from getting out of hand,Bishop suggests putting together a budget anddiscussing your financial and work situationstogether. Try to approach this realistically, sothat you can avoid spending more than you’rebringing in.

And remember – new fathers trying to holddown jobs and still make time for a baby areblazing a fairly new trail. Both parents need torealize that no one gets it right all the time. “Wetend to forget,” says Bishop, “that it was just ageneration or so ago that [dads] weren’t sup-posed to do these things.”

Christina Elston is a senior editor withDominion Parenting Media.

Six Tips for DadsGreg Bishop offers these suggestions to help dads stay con-

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on the respiratory system, asthma triggers and medications.Christus Santa Rosa Children’s Hospital. 210-704-2465.Away We Grow: Class teaches fun ways to enhance your

baby’s potential, including information on developmental mile-stones and strengthening your relationship with your baby. Topicsinclude feeding, hand and foot development, tummy time, sen-sory development, maximizing strength/coordination/flexibility,and encouraging speech and language development. Must be amember of WomanPlus to attend. Join free atwww.SAHealth.com. Methodist Healthcare. 210-575-0355.Baby Care Class: Three-hour single session baby care class

offered to parents in their last trimester. Class includes topicssuch as diapering and bathing, sleep and crying patterns, normalnewborn characteristics, hospital routines, and illness and safety.Both parents are encouraged to attend. Baptist Health System.800-529-6839. www.baptisthealthsystem.com.Baby Safe Place: Information on safe furniture, toys and child-

care activities for babies under age 1. Offered in English andSpanish. Available to those parents delivering at UniversityHospital. 210-358-TALK (8255).Baby “U” in a Day: An intensive guide to newborn care,

breastfeeding, car safety seats and infant CPR for expectant par-ents and grandparents. Offered in English and Spanish. Class isfree to those delivering at University Hospital. Others: $15.Completing this class qualifies you for a free car seat and installa-tion. 210-358-TALK (8255).Baptist Children’s Home Ministries: Information for potential

foster parents and intervention services to prevent abuse. 909N.E. Loop 410, Ste. 800. 210-832-5000. www.bchm.net.Boot Camp for New Dads: Class for expectant dads. Other

classes available. Methodist Healthcare. 210-575-0355.www.sahealth.com.Early ON: Kindergarten Readiness project helps parents,

childcare providers prepare children up to age 5 for school. TheBright Ideas Cafe presents workshops and community events all

year with educational activities for the entire family. Each familyreceives a children’s book. www.earlyon-sa.org.Exceptional Children: Stone Oak Therapy and Learning

Institute offers clinical and educational programs for parents withspecial emphasis on exceptional children. Fees and schedulesvary. 18587 Sigma Road, Ste. 200. 210-798-2273. www.stoneoaktherapy.com.Family Forward: Family Service Association programs

throughout San Antonio include parenting skills, education andsupport. 210-299-2400.Family to Family: Educational class presented by the National

Alliance on Mental Illness for family members of relatives with amental illness. The course is structured to help family membersunderstand and support their ill relative while maintaining theirown well-being. Twelve-week course. Christ Episcopal Church,Room 100, 510 Belknap Place. 210-734-3349.Friends and Family CPR:Three-hour non-certification basic

child and CPR course geared to new parents, siblings and grand-parents. Not recommended for mother in or past the seventhmonth of pregnancy. Baptist Health System. 800-529-6839.www.baptisthealthsystem.com.Life-skills Programs: Roy Maas’ Youth Alternatives offers pro-

grams for parents and children ages 6 to 17. Call for schedule.210-340-7971.Newborn Care Class:The basics of newborn care for expec-

tant parents and grandparents. Offered in English and Spanish.University Hospital. Designed for parents delivering at UniversityHospital. Others: $5. 210-358-TALK (8255).Parent Education: An eight-week course offered at the center

and in workplaces, aimed at reducing stress in the family andproviding essential information regarding child development,nutrition and discipline. San Antonio Kids Exchange. 210-733-3349. www.sakidsexchange.net.Parenting for All:Workshops for parents of children of various

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family support program serving families throughout pregnancyuntil their child enters kindergarten, usually age 5. Program isdesigned to enhance child development and school readiness.www.parentsasteachers.org.Parents of Hearing-Impaired Children: Sunshine Cottage

School for Deaf Children’s Parent-Infant Program teaches parentsto help their hearing-impaired children learn to listen and talk.Includes individual and group sessions, parenting programs andloaner hearing aids. 210-821-3718. www.sunshinecottage.org.Precious Minds New Connections: Parenting programs

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Program: Course for parents of children birth to age 6offers knowledge and support in a relaxed, fun atmos-phere. San Antonio Kids Exchange. 210-733-3349.www.sakidsexchange.net.Precious Minds Parent Initiative:Works with parents of

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Support GroupsADHD Counseling Center: Attention Deficit

Hyperactivity Disorder assessments for children and adults;behavior management training for ADHD and bipolar dis-order. 4035 Naco Perrin Boulevard, Ste. 104. 210-637-5994.Asperger Syndrome Support Group:Offers support,

education and resources for families with children diag-nosed with autism, Asperger’s syndrome or PervasiveDevelopmental Disorders. Any Baby Can, 217 Howard St.210-227-0170. http://satxaspergersyndromesupportgroup.keepkidshealthy.com.Attachment Parenting International of San

Antonio/New Braunfels: A support group for parents whopractice attachment-style parenting or wish to learn more,including breastfeeding, responding sensitively to a baby’scues and positive discipline. University PresbyterianChurch, 300 Bushnell. St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church,5310 Stahl Road. 210-534-5255.Autism Society of Greater San Antonio: Educational

and support group for parents and professionals who workwith children who have autism. Shepherd of the HillsLutheran Church, 6914 Wurzbach Road. Childcare provid-ed. www.autism-society.org/chapter252. 210-256-6698 or210-535-6208.Better Breathers Club: Support and education for peo-


Local Resources For Families withYoung Children

Parent EducationAdolescent Pregnancy Program: Catholic Charities offers

young moms and dads up to age 19 free parenting training,childbirth education and teen father support groups in schoolsand homes. 210-222-1294.Asthma Education Class: Classes for individuals and families

on the respiratory system, asthma triggers and medications.Christus Santa Rosa Children’s Hospital. 210-704-2465.Away We Grow: Class teaches fun ways to enhance your

baby’s potential, including information on developmental mile-stones and strengthening your relationship with your baby. Topicsinclude feeding, hand and foot development, tummy time, sen-sory development, maximizing strength/coordination/flexibility,and encouraging speech and language development. Must be amember of WomanPlus to attend. Join free atwww.SAHealth.com. Methodist Healthcare. 210-575-0355.Baby Care Class: Three-hour single session baby care class

offered to parents in their last trimester. Class includes topicssuch as diapering and bathing, sleep and crying patterns, normalnewborn characteristics, hospital routines, and illness and safety.Both parents are encouraged to attend. Baptist Health System.800-529-6839. www.baptisthealthsystem.com.Baby Safe Place: Information on safe furniture, toys and child-

care activities for babies under age 1. Offered in English andSpanish. Available to those parents delivering at UniversityHospital. 210-358-TALK (8255).Baby “U” in a Day: An intensive guide to newborn care,

breastfeeding, car safety seats and infant CPR for expectant par-ents and grandparents. Offered in English and Spanish. Class isfree to those delivering at University Hospital. Others: $15.Completing this class qualifies you for a free car seat and installa-tion. 210-358-TALK (8255).Baptist Children’s Home Ministries: Information for potential

foster parents and intervention services to prevent abuse. 909N.E. Loop 410, Ste. 800. 210-832-5000. www.bchm.net.Boot Camp for New Dads: Class for expectant dads. Other

classes available. Methodist Healthcare. 210-575-0355.www.sahealth.com.Early ON: Kindergarten Readiness project helps parents,

childcare providers prepare children up to age 5 for school. TheBright Ideas Cafe presents workshops and community events all

year with educational activities for the entire family. Each familyreceives a children’s book. www.earlyon-sa.org.Exceptional Children: Stone Oak Therapy and Learning

Institute offers clinical and educational programs for parents withspecial emphasis on exceptional children. Fees and schedulesvary. 18587 Sigma Road, Ste. 200. 210-798-2273. www.stoneoaktherapy.com.Family Forward: Family Service Association programs

throughout San Antonio include parenting skills, education andsupport. 210-299-2400.Family to Family: Educational class presented by the National

Alliance on Mental Illness for family members of relatives with amental illness. The course is structured to help family membersunderstand and support their ill relative while maintaining theirown well-being. Twelve-week course. Christ Episcopal Church,Room 100, 510 Belknap Place. 210-734-3349.Friends and Family CPR:Three-hour non-certification basic

child and CPR course geared to new parents, siblings and grand-parents. Not recommended for mother in or past the seventhmonth of pregnancy. Baptist Health System. 800-529-6839.www.baptisthealthsystem.com.Life-skills Programs: Roy Maas’ Youth Alternatives offers pro-

grams for parents and children ages 6 to 17. Call for schedule.210-340-7971.Newborn Care Class:The basics of newborn care for expec-

tant parents and grandparents. Offered in English and Spanish.University Hospital. Designed for parents delivering at UniversityHospital. Others: $5. 210-358-TALK (8255).Parent Education: An eight-week course offered at the center

and in workplaces, aimed at reducing stress in the family andproviding essential information regarding child development,nutrition and discipline. San Antonio Kids Exchange. 210-733-3349. www.sakidsexchange.net.Parenting for All:Workshops for parents of children of various

ages. University Hospital. 210-358-TALK (8255).Parents as Teachers: An early childhood parent education and

family support program serving families throughout pregnancyuntil their child enters kindergarten, usually age 5. Program isdesigned to enhance child development and school readiness.www.parentsasteachers.org.Parents of Hearing-Impaired Children: Sunshine Cottage

School for Deaf Children’s Parent-Infant Program teaches parentsto help their hearing-impaired children learn to listen and talk.Includes individual and group sessions, parenting programs andloaner hearing aids. 210-821-3718. www.sunshinecottage.org.Precious Minds New Connections: Parenting programs

offered in English and Spanish. Ten-week session; morning andevening classes available. Also, childcare, meal and parenting

book. Mexican American Unity Council. 210-978-0513 or0519. www.mauc.org.Precious Minds New Connections: Parents learn how

to create a supportive environment for children up to age4. Childcare provided. 210-224-9966.Precious Minds New Connections (Northside):

Enrichment classes use the “Early Years” curriculum forparents, grandparents and childcare providers of infants toage 3. Childcare, including snack, provided. 210-678-2989.Precious Minds New Connections Parent Education

Program: Course for parents of children birth to age 6offers knowledge and support in a relaxed, fun atmos-phere. San Antonio Kids Exchange. 210-733-3349.www.sakidsexchange.net.Precious Minds Parent Initiative:Works with parents of

children under 4 to teach them parenting skills using the“Family Frameworks: The Early Years” curriculum. 210-862-2261.San Antonio Fatherhood Campaign: Support group,

programs and class information referrals geared to support-ing fathers of all ages and stages of life. 210-227-3463.

Support GroupsADHD Counseling Center: Attention Deficit

Hyperactivity Disorder assessments for children and adults;behavior management training for ADHD and bipolar dis-order. 4035 Naco Perrin Boulevard, Ste. 104. 210-637-5994.Asperger Syndrome Support Group:Offers support,

education and resources for families with children diag-nosed with autism, Asperger’s syndrome or PervasiveDevelopmental Disorders. Any Baby Can, 217 Howard St.210-227-0170. http://satxaspergersyndromesupportgroup.keepkidshealthy.com.Attachment Parenting International of San

Antonio/New Braunfels: A support group for parents whopractice attachment-style parenting or wish to learn more,including breastfeeding, responding sensitively to a baby’scues and positive discipline. University PresbyterianChurch, 300 Bushnell. St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church,5310 Stahl Road. 210-534-5255.Autism Society of Greater San Antonio: Educational

and support group for parents and professionals who workwith children who have autism. Shepherd of the HillsLutheran Church, 6914 Wurzbach Road. Childcare provid-ed. www.autism-society.org/chapter252. 210-256-6698 or210-535-6208.Better Breathers Club: Support and education for peo-

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2. Get Set at School. Talk to other parents and your kids’teachers, and arrange for each of your children to have a“disaster buddy” whom they should stay close to in anemergency. Create a list of “helpers” – teachers, doctors,nurses, firefighters and police – to alert your children aboutwhom they can approach and count on in an emergency.For young children, include photos or drawings of thesekinds of “helpers.”

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Is your family ready for a crisis? What do your kids needto know and to whom should they turn in an emergencysituation when they can’t reach you? Whether it’s a naturalor man-made disaster, Jeffrey Upperman, M.D., director ofthe Disaster Preparedness Project at Children’s Hospital LosAngeles, is an expert with plenty of experience. He offersthese four readiness tips for all of us:

1. Create Crisis Contacts. Contacts too close to homemight be caught up in the disaster themselves, so havesomeone out of town in mind. Have your child chat on thephone with these folks monthly, so that they’re comfortablecalling them if they cannot reach you in an emergency.

Meet your neighbors and get to know other parents at yourchild’s school. Enlist them as alternative contacts for yourfamily. “Those people are going to be your local contacts,”explains Upperman. “If there’s an issue, it’s nice to havetwo or three numbers that you could call.”

Jot all these contacts down on a “business card” for yourchild to carry in a wallet or backpack.

2. Get Set at School. Talk to other parents and your kids’teachers, and arrange for each of your children to have a“disaster buddy” whom they should stay close to in anemergency. Create a list of “helpers” – teachers, doctors,nurses, firefighters and police – to alert your children aboutwhom they can approach and count on in an emergency.For young children, include photos or drawings of thesekinds of “helpers.”

3. Have Supplies Ready at Home. Review your disastersupply checklist – the items you need on hand in emer-gency situations that could last several days. Don’t have alist? Head online to the American Red Cross Web site,www.redcross.org, or the Department of HomelandSecurity Web site, www.ready.gov.

4. Role Play and Review. Act out what might happen if adisaster occurred while your child was at school or athome. Review your plan as a family every year, updatingcontact information, re-stocking supplies and makingchanges as needed.

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