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QHow will a pediatric dentist help my child feel comfortable?
APediatric dentists are trained in many methods to help chil-
dren feel comfortable with dental treatment. For example, inthe “Tell-Show-Do” technique, a pediatric dentist might name adental instrument, demonstrate the instrument by using it tocount your child’s fingers, and then apply the instrument intreatment.
There are many other techniques applied by pediatric dentists tocomfort a patient. They include modeling, coaching, distractionand parent participation. But by far the most preferred tech-nique is praise. Every child does something right during a den-tal visit, and pediatric dentists let children know that.
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6 Choosing a Daycare,PreschoolChoosing a healthy, safe place for your child to thrivewhile you’re at work is a daunting decision. But take adeep breath. Safe, healthy options for childcare areout there. It’s important to gather information, do thelegwork, and ultimately trust your gut.
10 Five Tips to Boost YourPreschooler’s VocabularyResearch indicates a vocabulary explosion (or “wordspurt”) is dependent upon a child learning a mix ofwords, both easy and not easy and all at once.
20 Good Parenting TriumphsOver Prenatal StressA mother’s nurture may provide powerful protectionagainst risks that her baby faces in the womb, accord-ing to an article recently published online inBiological Psychiatry.
22 Growing Pains “Growing pains” are a common childhood ailment.And yet, they’re not even caused by a child’s growth.
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Choosing a healthy, safe place for your child to thrivewhile you’re at work is a daunting decision. Daycare hor-ror stories making national news may suddenly keep youawake at night. But take a deep breath. Safe, healthyoptions for childcare are out there. It’s important to gatherinformation, do the legwork, and ultimately trust your gut.
Get the Facts: Narrow the PossibilitiesThere are regulated daycare centers, regulated home
daycares, unregulated home daycares, and preschools.Begin your search early. Ann Douglas, author of ChoosingChildcare for Dummies, suggests embarking upon yourquest between eight weeks and a year before your back-to-work date.Contact your local child care referral agency by check-
ing Child Care Aware, a national consumer educationparent hotline (1-800-424-2246) and web delivery system(www.childcareaware.org). The National Child CareInformation Center (1-800-616-2242 or www.nccic.org) isalso a good start.Ask the referral agency about licensing requirements in
your area and how to collect information about com-plaints or licensing violations. Ask about financial assistanceprograms for which you may qualify.
Home DayCare or Center?Home daycare may be the best fit for your child’s “home
away from home.” These providers tend to have more flexi-ble hours (especially helpful if you work an atypical workschedule). They may have less rigid schedules and policieswhich set you more at ease. If it is important to you thatyour caregiver be open to making lots of individual accom-modations (irregular naptimes, for example), a homeprovider might suit you and your child best. Some homeproviders are regulated, but many are not so it’s a personalchoice dependent on whether you’re comfortable.Licensed daycare centers offer many advantages. Centers
may hire certified early childhood educators with training inchild development and have more clearly outlined policiesso everyone knows what to expect. Also, having more thanone caregiver on the premises provides peace of mind
(especially if you’re concerned about TV watching or unfa-miliar adults in a home setting). Centers offer reliability soyou won’t have to scramble for care if one caregiver is ill oron vacation. The spaces in a center are typically kid friendlyand designed with safety in mind. Because of governmentregulation, child to caregiver ratios, safety requirements, andcriminal record checks are standard.
Do the Homework: Visit and Assess QualityThe American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends
you consider the following 13 guidelines as you evaluatethe quality of a provider:
• Supervision. Are children supervised at all times, evenwhen they are sleeping?Is discipline positive, clear, consistent, and fair?• Handwashing/Diapering. Hands should be scrubbed
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Choosing Childcare
Trust Your Judgment: Notice your GutOne of the most helpful factors to consider
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sider how the provider’s philosophy of childrearing, discipline, education, and nurturingmeshes with your own. As Ann Douglas says inher book, “You can’t count on anyone else toguarantee your child’s health, safety, and well-being in a particular child care setting. Like it ornot, the buck stops with you.” Do you agreewith how a provider believes your child shouldbe guided and cared for each day? You should feel a sense of trust in the caregiv-
er/program and that your child will learn andgrow happily within a particular environment.
Michele Ranard is a professional counselor, tutor,
and freelancer. She is a former preschool teacher
with a cheeky blog at cheekychicmama.com.
Resources:American Academy of Pediatrics.
www.aap.org
Child Care Aware. www.childcareaware.org
Douglas, Ann, Choosing Childcare forDummies, For Dummies, 2003.
National Association for the Education ofYoung Children. www.naeyc.org
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• Director Qualification. The director shouldhave a college degree and have worked in childcarefor at least two years.
• Teacher Qualifications. The lead teacher shouldhave a college degree in a child-related field andhave worked in childcare for at least a year.
• Child:Staff Ratio. One family home caregivershould care for only two babies. The fewer childreneach caregiver care for, the better.
• Immunizations. Does the provider have recordsproving that other children are up to date?
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• Emergency Plan. Are first aid kits and emer-gency plans in place?
• Fire Drills. Are these practiced monthly?• Child Abuse. Can caregivers be seen by others
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Trust Your Judgment: Notice your GutOne of the most helpful factors to consider
when choosing a provider is the interactionbetween caregiver and children. Is there goodcommunication? What is the caregiver’s interper-sonal style? Notice how the interaction makesyou feel. Is it a place you would look forward tocoming each day?In order to find the best fit for your child, con-
sider how the provider’s philosophy of childrearing, discipline, education, and nurturingmeshes with your own. As Ann Douglas says inher book, “You can’t count on anyone else toguarantee your child’s health, safety, and well-being in a particular child care setting. Like it ornot, the buck stops with you.” Do you agreewith how a provider believes your child shouldbe guided and cared for each day? You should feel a sense of trust in the caregiv-
er/program and that your child will learn andgrow happily within a particular environment.
Michele Ranard is a professional counselor, tutor,
and freelancer. She is a former preschool teacher
with a cheeky blog at cheekychicmama.com.
Resources:American Academy of Pediatrics.
www.aap.org
Child Care Aware. www.childcareaware.org
Douglas, Ann, Choosing Childcare forDummies, For Dummies, 2003.
National Association for the Education ofYoung Children. www.naeyc.org
• Director Qualification. The director shouldhave a college degree and have worked in childcarefor at least two years.
• Teacher Qualifications. The lead teacher shouldhave a college degree in a child-related field andhave worked in childcare for at least a year.
• Child:Staff Ratio. One family home caregivershould care for only two babies. The fewer childreneach caregiver care for, the better.
• Immunizations. Does the provider have recordsproving that other children are up to date?
• Toxic Substances. Are cleaning supplies andpest killers kept far from children?
• Emergency Plan. Are first aid kits and emer-gency plans in place?
• Fire Drills. Are these practiced monthly?• Child Abuse. Can caregivers be seen by others
at all times so a child is never alone with one care-giver? Have all caregivers gone through a back-ground check? Have all caregivers been trained toprevent, recognize, and report child abuse?
• Medication. Is it kept out of reach and labeledproperly?
• Staff Training. Have all caregivers been trainedin first aid and CPR?
• Playground. Is it developmentally appropriate,clean, and inspected regularly for safety?
Quality PreschoolsThe National Association for the Education of
Young Children (NAEYC) suggests the following 10signs are indicative of a good preschool:
1. Children spend most of their time playing andworking with materials or with other children. 2. Children have access to various activities
throughout the day. 3. Teachers work with individual children, small
groups, and the whole group at different times dur-ing the day. 4. The classroom is decorated with children’s
original artwork and projects. 5. Children learn numbers and the alphabet in
the context of their everyday experiences. 6. Children work on projects and have long peri-
ods of time to play and explore. 7. Worksheets are used rarely, if at all. 8. Children have an opportunity to play outside
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Who can forget their child’s first word? It was likelyyour name, but maybe it was “bawww” (ball) whichlit up your faces with a smile. It feels natural to cele-brate, praise, and applaud our toddlers as theyacquire new language skills daily. In turn, such enthu-siasm reinforces a child to speak additional words. However, University of Iowa psychology professor
Bob McMurray, Ph.D. says parents stop emphasizinglanguage as their kids leave toddlerhood. Since a pre-school child’s vocabulary is a critical predictor ofschool preparedness and reading comprehension, it isimportant parents do what they can to boost it. McMurray’s research indicates a vocabulary explo-
sion (or “word spurt”) is dependent upon a childlearning a mix of words, both easy and not easy andall at once. Interestingly, vocabulary explosionsspecifically require “more difficult words than easywords.” The professor and other language profession-als make the following suggestions to boost yourchild’s verbal skills.
Mealtime Magic (Hold the Thesaurus)A child’s vocabulary can be enhanced by our talk
at the dinner table. Use moments at mealtimes tointroduce new words, especially challenging onessince you’ll have their attention in a pleasant setting.What to discuss? In a mealtime study, Dr. Diane Beals
and her colleagues of the University of Tulsa discov-ered that 3- and 4-year-olds who were exposed touncommon words such as “boxer,” “wriggling,” or“tackle,” scored higher on later standardized tests atage 5. Beals says forget about serving up a thesaurusat the table and instead discuss “your day or some-thing cool you saw at the store.” Bringing in newwords helps them form connections between wordsand real-life events.
Lovely Language from Lit Reading your child a story creates magic for both
of you and is beneficial to their growing vocabularywhen you ask lots of questions during the story,checking for understanding. If your preschooler doesnot recognize a word when you quiz her, ask her tostudy the illustration for clues. Classics like Where
the Wild Things Are contain new words yourchild may not otherwise hear and accommo-date such as “rumpus” and “gnashed.”Throughout the book, continue to interact withyour child, asking open-ended questions suchas “What do you suppose will happen next?”and “Why do you suppose Max felt so angry?”Such interactions involving novel vocabularywill improve the quality of their languageskills, setting them up for increased success inschool.
Guessing for SuccessConsider a little restraint to challenge your
child. McMurray suggests instead of automati-cally doling out definitions for your preschool-er when they stumped on a word’s meaning,you should give clues and allow her to figure itout on her own. If, for example, the word inquestion is “equestrian,” give her hints such assaddle, mane or stable. It can also be helpful to“tell them what it isn’t” So you could say “notcows, but…”
Stage Your Own ‘Show & Tell’ Who says “show and tell” is just for school?
You can easily use this format to describe anddiscuss an object to expand their vocabularyoutside of school. You might demonstrate thehand chopper you use to dice vegetables,explaining how the appliance functions andsaves you time. You could show your child thechecks in your checkbook, discussing how thesmall sheets of paper may be used for pay-ments. The important thing is to have yourchild’s attention and provide something totouch and to see to anchor vocabulary withintheir memories.
Make Believe & MimeEngaging your child in pretend play will
introduce her to a wider variety of vocabularywords. If you are playing restaurant, for exam-ple, there are all sorts of unfamiliar wordswhich can be integrated into the session –
Vocabulary Boost
5 Ways to BoostYour Preschooler’sVocabularyLet’s Get Ready to Read!
by MICHELE RANARD
May 2010 | Our Kids Childcare & Preschool Finder 11
the Wild Things Are contain new words yourchild may not otherwise hear and accommo-date such as “rumpus” and “gnashed.”Throughout the book, continue to interact withyour child, asking open-ended questions suchas “What do you suppose will happen next?”and “Why do you suppose Max felt so angry?”Such interactions involving novel vocabularywill improve the quality of their languageskills, setting them up for increased success inschool.
Guessing for SuccessConsider a little restraint to challenge your
child. McMurray suggests instead of automati-cally doling out definitions for your preschool-er when they stumped on a word’s meaning,you should give clues and allow her to figure itout on her own. If, for example, the word inquestion is “equestrian,” give her hints such assaddle, mane or stable. It can also be helpful to“tell them what it isn’t” So you could say “notcows, but…”
Stage Your Own ‘Show & Tell’ Who says “show and tell” is just for school?
You can easily use this format to describe anddiscuss an object to expand their vocabularyoutside of school. You might demonstrate thehand chopper you use to dice vegetables,explaining how the appliance functions andsaves you time. You could show your child thechecks in your checkbook, discussing how thesmall sheets of paper may be used for pay-ments. The important thing is to have yourchild’s attention and provide something totouch and to see to anchor vocabulary withintheir memories.
Make Believe & MimeEngaging your child in pretend play will
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830-624-7941
Happy Childhood LearningCenter
242 Trade CenterNew Braunfels, TX 78130
830-620-1310
Happy Days Day Care, Inc.115 N. Union
New Braunfels, TX 78130830-629-1141
Kids’ Day Out373 Howard St.
New Braunfels, TX 78130830-629-2286
New Braunfels ChristianAcademy
995 Mission Hills Dr.New Braunfels, TX 78130
830-625-8002www.nbchristianacademy.org
St. Paul’s Lutheran Day School 181 S Santa Clara Ave.New Braunfels, TX 78130
830-625-2044
A Children’s Schoolhouse1095 W. Bridge St.
New Braunfels, TX 78130830-608-8000
Through a Child’s Eyes2047 E. Common St.
New Braunfels, TX 78130830-620-5998
www.throughachildeyesnb.com
Triple L Ranch ChildDevelopment Center737 County Line Rd.
New Braunfels, TX 78130830-620-0254
www.triplelranchcdc.com
Schertz/Selma
Brighter Futures LearningCenter
1213 Borgfeld Road @ FM3009
Schertz, TX 78154210-566-1999
www.brighterfutureslc.com
Mary’s Little Lambs1271 Oak
Schertz, TX 78154658-8170
Our Lady of Perpetual HelpChild Development Center
16075 N Evans Rd.Selma, TX 78154
651-6819http://olphselma.org/
Play Today, Inc.17319 IH 35 N, Suite 302
Schertz, TX 78154651-3610
www.playtodaydropin.com
Schertz Christian Academy1002 Live Oak Drive, Schertz,
TX 78154210-845-0191
www.schertzchristianacademy.com
Our academy serves to educatestudents for time and eternityby presenting God’s truth in allareas of education, characterdevelopment and life skills. Weoffer a traditional academicprogram taught from biblical
perspective.
Schertz First Baptist Preschool600 Aero
Schertz, TX 78154658-0488
www.fbschertz.org/preschool
Texas Heritage Children’sRanch
10725 E FM 1518 NorthSchertz, TX 78154
659-1033www.txheritagechildren-
sranch.com
Tiny Tot Learning Center15302 FM 1518Selma, TX 78154
651-0039
Universal City
Autrey’s Family Child Care &Learning Center238 E Aviation Blvd
Universal City, TX 78148659-0134
Christ the King Lutheran ChildDevelopment Center1129 Pat Booker Rd.
Universal City, TX 78148658-8847
First Baptist Academy1401 Pat Booker Rd.
Universal City, TX 78148658-5331
New Life Fellowship ChildDevelopment Center
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including menu, hostess, variety, or beverage. Ifshe wants to land on the moon, vocabularywords such as lunar, satellite, or gravity might beincorporated.Outside of pretend play, parents can help their
children better remember the meanings of wordsby acting them out. Even simply explaining thatshrugging your shoulders means “I don’t know”is helpful. Is all the acting and drama really necessary?
Consider a new University of Chicago studywhich is the first to connect gesture, vocabularyand school preparedness. Conducted by SusanGoldin-Meadow, the results indicate childrenwho use more gestures at 14 months have largervocabularies at 54 months and are better pre-pared for school. Goldin-Meadow indicates“Child gesturing could play an indirect role inword learning by eliciting timely speech fromparents” since a child pointing to an object likea cup might elicit a response from the parentsuch as “Yes, that’s a cup!”Try all five of these strategies to boost your
child’s verbal repertoire today and help herbecome a better reader tomorrow.
Michele Ranard is passionate about partnering with
parents to help kids succeed. She is a mother, aca-
demic tutor/counselor, and freelancer with a cheeky
blog at cheekychicmama.com.
Resources:Goldin-Meadow, Susan, “Kids’ Gestures ForetellBetter Vocabularies,” Journal of DevelopmentalPsychology, February 2009. http://goldin-mead-ow-lab.uchicago.edu/sgm.html
McMurray, Bob, “Defusing the ChildhoodVocabulary Explosion,” Science, August 2007.http://www.psychology.uiowa.edu/faculty/mcmur-ray/science/
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Boerne
Early Learning Center of St.Mark’s Presbyterian208 W. BanderaBoerne, TX 78006830-249-3813
www.stmarktx.org
Hill County Montessori School50 Stonewall Dr.Boerne, TX 78006830-229-5377
www.hillcountrymontessori.com
Hug-A-Bear Child Care Center215 Water St.
Boerne, TX 78006830-249-2327
Planet Kids Learning Center518 E. Blanco
Boerne, TX 78006830-249-5922
www.planetkidslc.com
Tarry Bank Montessori27375 Toutant Beauregard Rd.
Boerne, TX 78006210-323-9099
www.tarrybankmontessori.com
Bulverde/Spring Branch
Bulverde UMC Child’s MorningOut
28300 Hwy 281 NorthSan Antonio, TX 78260
830-980-7745
Cedar Hill Day Camp20615 State HWY 46 WSpring 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 Daycare Center,LLC
25020 Blanco Rd., Suite 100
San Antonio, TX 78260481-5111
St. Paul Lutheran Red RoofChristian Day School
29797 US Hwy 281 NorthBulverde, TX 78163830-980-6771
www.redroofschool.org
Converse
A Child’s Dream Daycare8021 FM 78 STE 131Converse, TX 78109
957-3401
Converse Christian School andEarly Learning Center
9146 FM 78Converse, TX 78109
659-0203
Kiddie Round-Up, Inc9145 FM 1516
Converse, TX 78109945-8391
Peek-A-Boo Hideout LearningAcademy, Inc.8679 FM 78
Converse, TX 78109310-5437
St. Monica Child DevelopmentCenter
515 North St.Converse, TX 78109
658-6701www.saintmonica.net
Open year round from 7 a.m. –6 p.m., daily. The early child-hood program provides statelicensed childcare along withacademic experiences in pre-school, pre-kinder and kinder-garten. Call or visit our website
for more information.
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
830-629-1190www.coopercountry-dayschool.com
Cross Lutheran Pre School &Childcare
2171 E. Common St.New Braunfels, TX 78130
830-625-3969www.crosslcmsschool.org
Dayspring Christian Pre-School1895 S. Walnut
New Braunfels, TX 78130830-626-8614
www.dayspringchristian-preschool.org
First Protestant School172 W. Coll
New Braunfels, TX 78130830-606-4110
www.firstprotestant.com
First United Methodist DaySchool & Kindergarten572 W San Antonio St.New Braunfels, TX 78130
830-624-7941
Happy Childhood LearningCenter
242 Trade CenterNew Braunfels, TX 78130
830-620-1310
Happy Days Day Care, Inc.115 N. Union
New Braunfels, TX 78130830-629-1141
Kids’ Day Out373 Howard St.
New Braunfels, TX 78130830-629-2286
New Braunfels ChristianAcademy
995 Mission Hills Dr.New Braunfels, TX 78130
830-625-8002www.nbchristianacademy.org
St. Paul’s Lutheran Day School 181 S Santa Clara Ave.New Braunfels, TX 78130
830-625-2044
A Children’s Schoolhouse1095 W. Bridge St.
New Braunfels, TX 78130830-608-8000
Through a Child’s Eyes2047 E. Common St.
New Braunfels, TX 78130830-620-5998
www.throughachildeyesnb.com
Triple L Ranch ChildDevelopment Center737 County Line Rd.
New Braunfels, TX 78130830-620-0254
www.triplelranchcdc.com
Schertz/Selma
Brighter Futures LearningCenter
1213 Borgfeld Road @ FM3009
Schertz, TX 78154210-566-1999
www.brighterfutureslc.com
Mary’s Little Lambs1271 Oak
Schertz, TX 78154658-8170
Our Lady of Perpetual HelpChild Development Center
16075 N Evans Rd.Selma, TX 78154
651-6819http://olphselma.org/
Play Today, Inc.17319 IH 35 N, Suite 302
Schertz, TX 78154651-3610
www.playtodaydropin.com
Schertz Christian Academy1002 Live Oak Drive, Schertz,
TX 78154210-845-0191
www.schertzchristianacademy.com
Our academy serves to educatestudents for time and eternityby presenting God’s truth in allareas of education, characterdevelopment and life skills. Weoffer a traditional academicprogram taught from biblical
perspective.
Schertz First Baptist Preschool600 Aero
Schertz, TX 78154658-0488
www.fbschertz.org/preschool
Texas Heritage Children’sRanch
10725 E FM 1518 NorthSchertz, TX 78154
659-1033www.txheritagechildren-
sranch.com
Tiny Tot Learning Center15302 FM 1518Selma, TX 78154
651-0039
Universal City
Autrey’s Family Child Care &Learning Center238 E Aviation Blvd
Universal City, TX 78148659-0134
Christ the King Lutheran ChildDevelopment Center1129 Pat Booker Rd.
Universal City, TX 78148658-8847
First Baptist Academy1401 Pat Booker Rd.
Universal City, TX 78148658-5331
New Life Fellowship ChildDevelopment Center
CHILDCARE & PRESCHOOL DIRECTORY
including menu, hostess, variety, or beverage. Ifshe wants to land on the moon, vocabularywords such as lunar, satellite, or gravity might beincorporated.Outside of pretend play, parents can help their
children better remember the meanings of wordsby acting them out. Even simply explaining thatshrugging your shoulders means “I don’t know”is helpful. Is all the acting and drama really necessary?
Consider a new University of Chicago studywhich is the first to connect gesture, vocabularyand school preparedness. Conducted by SusanGoldin-Meadow, the results indicate childrenwho use more gestures at 14 months have largervocabularies at 54 months and are better pre-pared for school. Goldin-Meadow indicates“Child gesturing could play an indirect role inword learning by eliciting timely speech fromparents” since a child pointing to an object likea cup might elicit a response from the parentsuch as “Yes, that’s a cup!”Try all five of these strategies to boost your
child’s verbal repertoire today and help herbecome a better reader tomorrow.
Michele Ranard is passionate about partnering with
parents to help kids succeed. She is a mother, aca-
demic tutor/counselor, and freelancer with a cheeky
blog at cheekychicmama.com.
Resources:Goldin-Meadow, Susan, “Kids’ Gestures ForetellBetter Vocabularies,” Journal of DevelopmentalPsychology, February 2009. http://goldin-mead-ow-lab.uchicago.edu/sgm.html
McMurray, Bob, “Defusing the ChildhoodVocabulary Explosion,” Science, August 2007.http://www.psychology.uiowa.edu/faculty/mcmur-ray/science/
11225 East Loop 1604Universal City, TX 78148
566-9900
Universal City UnitedMethodist Preschool
90 Winn Ave., Universal City,TX 78148658-5761
www.ucumpreschool.comUCUM preschool is a national-ly accredited (NAEYC) programthat serves three and four yearolds. Classes are half day andare two, three or four days aweek. Longer days can bearranged by adding LunchBunch. We believe childrenlearn best through hands onactivities, discovery and play.
Central
1.2..me…Childcare2910 Hillcrest
San Antonio, TX 78201734-7515
A Blessed Child1722 Texas Ave
San Antonio, TX 78201733-3688
Alice in Wonderland1060 Delgado St.
San Antonio, TX 78207732-5437
Alice in Wonderland743 S. Flores
San Antonio, TX 78204224-2273
Antioch Christian Academy227 Eross St.
San Antonio, TX 78202222-0159
Blessed Sacrament LearningCenter
222 Cevallos W.San Antonio, TX 78204
223-5013
Big Bird Day Care Center1810 W. Thorain
San Antonio, TX 78201732-2001
Central Christian Child CareCenter
720 N MainSan Antonio, TX 78205
226-9672www.cccsa.org
Discovery School222 Salem
San Antonio, TX 78201344-3472
Discovery World 406 W. Durango
San Antonio, TX 78204225-7464
First Presbyterian ChurchChildren’s Center404 N Alamo
San Antonio, TX 78205225-0960
Good Samaritan Center1600 Saltillo
San Antonio, TX 78207434-5531
Grace Lutheran Day School504 Avenue E (at McCullough)
San Antonio, Tx 78215(210)226-9132
www.gracesa.org/dayschoolGrace Lutheran Day School
offers a developmentally appro-priate Christian
curriculum for early childhoodeducation in preparation for
kindergarten. Students of working parents inthe downtown area receive
individualized attention in a small classroomsetting from experienced, pas-
sionate staff in a quality, safe learning envi-
ronment.
Green Acres Child Care Center1303 S. Main
San Antonio, TX 78204223-3107
Healy-Murphy ChildDevelopment Center
122 NolanSan Antonio, TX 78202
224-9569
Hosanna Full Gospel ChurchChild Care Center244 Sherwood
San Antonio, TX 78201734-7884
House of Neighborly Service407 N. Calaveras
San Antonio, TX 78207434-2301
Immaculate ConceptionKindergarten and Nursery
2407 W TravisSan Antonio, TX 78207
226-3934
Inman Christian Center1214 Colima
San Antonio, TX 78207222-9641
Kids’ Paradise Day Care2508 Buena Vista
San Antonio, TX 78207438-8835
Kriterion A Montessori School611 W Ashby
San Antonio, TX 78212735-9778
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
Our Lady of the Lake ChildDevelopment Center411 SW 24th St.
San Antonio, TX 78207431-5570
www.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 78212732-8801 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 separatemusic, library, computer andphysical education teachers aswell as artistic and culturalevents. Breakfast, lunch andafternoon snacks included.After school care available.
St. John’s Lutheran Day School502 E Nueva
San Antonio, TX 78205225-2392
St. Paul’s Episcopal MontessoriSchool
1018 E. GraysonSan Antonio, TX 78208
271-2861www.stpauls-satx.org
San Antonio College ChildDevelopment Center 210 W. Ashby PlaceSan Antonio, TX 78212
486-0530
Sunshine Cottage103 Tuleta, San Antonio, Texas78212 thru July 31, 2010New address after August 1,
2010: 603 Hildebrand
San Antonio, Texas 78212(210) 824-0579
www.sunshinecottage.orgSunshine Cottage teaches stu-dents with hearing impairment(pre-K through 12th grade)
using the auditory oral method.The Parent-Infant Program
(birth-3 years of age) is dedicat-ed to supporting, educating,and guiding parents help theirbaby learn to listen and talk.Newborn hearing screening isavailable by appointment.
The Play Pen Daycare andLearning Center1511 Saltillo St.
San Antonio, TX 78207433-1700
Ties-N-Bows Learning Center1334 Basse Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78212737-8437
VIA Child Development Center1021 San Pedro AveSan Antonio, TX 78212
362-2020
North Central
Abiding Presence Lutheran DaySchool
14700 San PedroSan Antonio, TX 78232
491-9565
Acorn School for YoungChildren
3501 BroadwaySan Antonio, TX 78209
826-8804www.theacornschool.net
Alamo Heights PresbyterianChild Development Center
6201 BroadwaySan Antonio, TX 78209
822-3213
Alamo Heights UnitedMethodist Weekday School
825 E Basse Rd.San Antonio, TX 78209
826-3215
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 an encour-aging and friendly atmos-phere. The curriculum is
designed to build a child’s con-fidence in speaking Spanishalong with cultivating otherimportant developmentalskills. The teachers speak
Spanish during the class time,
using English only when neces-sary. Aragon Spanish Academyis a Christian-based preschool.
Blessed Sacrament Parish ChildDevelopment Center102 Sharon Dr.
San Antonio, TX 78216824-1392
Candy Cane Children’s Center323 W. Sunset
San Antonio, TX 78209822-3016
Castle Hills First BaptistDaycare & Preschool2220 N.W. Military
San Antonio, TX 78213377-8479
Castle Hills Learning Center8030 Blanco Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78216342-9810
Child Montessori School2829 Hunters GreenSan Antonio, TX 78231
493-6550www.childmontessori.com
Children’s Lighthouse LearningCenter @ Stone Oak20906 Gathering OakSan Antonio, TX 78258
495-2223www.childrenslighthousesa.co
m
Childtime Children’s Center1107 W Bitters Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78216496-3779
www.childtime.com
Christ Lutheran Day School6720 Broadway
San Antonio, TX 78209822-7671
Christ Our Savior Daycare5323 Blanco Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78213733-9444
Christian Heritage Preschool16316 San Pedro
San Antonio, TX 78232499-4675
www.chs-kids.com
Circle School217 Pershing Ave.
San Antonio, TX 78209822-0461
www.thecircleschool.org
Coker Day School231 E North Loop Rd.San Antonio, TX 78216
494-3455
www.coker.org
Colonial Hills UnitedMethodist Child Development
Center5247 Vance JacksonSan Antonio, TX 78236
349-1092www.colonialhills.info
Our curriculum and develop-mentally appropriate environ-ment helps children grow emo-tionally, physically, spirituallyand intellectually. We developself esteem, socialization and
skills for life.
Community Bible Church DaySchool
2477 North Loop 1604 ESan Antonio, TX 78232
477-5174www.communitybible.com
Concordia Lutheran Day Care16801 Huebner Rd.San Antonio, TX 78258
479-1492http://www.children.concordia-
lutheranchurch.com
Country Kids Academy21002 Encino Commons Rd.San Antonio, TX 78259
403-2458http://www.countrykidsacade-
my.com/
Crown of Life Lutheran Pre-School
19291 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 Preschool14535 Blanco Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78216493-9263
www.gangani.org
Harvest Preschool Academy1270 N. Loop 1604 ESan Antonio, TX 78232
496-2277www.harvestschools.org
Heintz Preschool16550 Huebner Rd.San Antonio, TX 78248
479-0429
Just Kids Christian LearningCenter
3060 Olmos Creek Dr.San Antonio, TX 78230
492-8840
Little House Day Care1638 Basse Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78213733-3574
MontessoriSchoolhouse
10711 Dreamland Dr. San Antonio, TX 78230
341-0731 www.mymontessorischool-
house.comMontessori Schoolhouse pro-vides a stimulating environmentfor children beginning at 18months. We are located in aquiet four acre wooded setting.Our traditional Montessori cur-riculum includes Music,Spanish and Motor Skills
Programs.Before and after school care
available.
Mount Sacred Heart School619 Mount Sacred heart RoadSan Antonio, TX 78216
342-6711www.mseagles.com
Nuestra Escuelita – SpanishImmersion Preschool
9511 Powhatan Drive, SanAntonio, TX 78230210-697-1800
www.nuestraescuelita.colminfo@nuestraescuelita.com
Nuestra Escuelita is a new facil-ity that teaches Spanish at apreschool level. Your child willexperience the joys of “regular”preschool – just all in Spanish.We offer Spanish programs forages 2 to 5 years old. NuestraEscuelita is an extraordinaryplace for children to learn andgrow. Our preschool combinesan innovative curriculum with aSpanish immersion experiencedesigned to advance yourchild’s cognitive and social
development all in a nurturing,stimulating, challenging and
playful environment.
Northwood Presbyterian DaySchool
518 Pike PlaceSan Antonio, TX 78209
826-5601www.npcsa.org
Pilgrim Congregational School500 Pilgrim Dr.
San Antonio, TX 78213344-4579
www.pilgrimschoolandday-care.com
Pinnacle Montessori at NorthSan Antonio
19730 Bulverde Road, SanAntonio, TX 78259210-577-1773
www.pinnaclemontessori.cominfo@pinnaclemontessori.com
Pinnacle Montessori’s missionis to provide an outstandingMontessori educational envi-ronment to guide and nurtureeach child to reach his/her fullacademic, social, emotional,physical and spiritual potential.Pinnacle Montessori’s objec-tives are to provide a safe andcaring environment to our chil-dren. To respect each child’sindividuality and to instill ethi-cal and moral values on ourchildren. For more information
please call or email us.
Primrose School of HuebnerVillage
2410 Huebner ParkSan Antonio, TX 78248
479-9200www.primrosehuebnervillage.c
omProviding the highest quality inearly childhood education,Primrose Schools, an accredit-ed private pre-school, developschildren academically, sociallyand prompts character develop-ment through its propriety bal-anced learning curriculum.
Primrose School of Stone Oak689 Knights Cross
San Antonio, TX 78258481-1913
www.primroseschool.com/sto-neoak
Rainbow Station Preschool322 E Sonterra Blvd.San Antonio, TX 78258
495-5222www.rainbowstation.org
St. Andrew Lutheran Children’sLearning Center16320 Huebner
San Antonio, TX 78248493-9380
St. Andrew’s United MethodistChurch Day School722 Robinhood
San Antonio, TX 78209824-2465
www.saumc.com
St. David’s Episcopal School 1300 Wiltshire
San Antonio, TX 78209824-2481
www.saintdavids.net
St. George Episcopal School 6900 West Ave.
San Antonio, TX 78213342-4263
www.saintgeorgeschool.org
St. Luke’s Episcopal School11 St. Luke’s Lane
San Antonio, TX 78209826-0664
www.sles-sa.org
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14 Our Kids Childcare & Preschool Finder | May 2010
11225 East Loop 1604Universal City, TX 78148
566-9900
Universal City UnitedMethodist Preschool
90 Winn Ave., Universal City,TX 78148658-5761
www.ucumpreschool.comUCUM preschool is a national-ly accredited (NAEYC) programthat serves three and four yearolds. Classes are half day andare two, three or four days aweek. Longer days can bearranged by adding LunchBunch. We believe childrenlearn best through hands onactivities, discovery and play.
Central
1.2..me…Childcare2910 Hillcrest
San Antonio, TX 78201734-7515
A Blessed Child1722 Texas Ave
San Antonio, TX 78201733-3688
Alice in Wonderland1060 Delgado St.
San Antonio, TX 78207732-5437
Alice in Wonderland743 S. Flores
San Antonio, TX 78204224-2273
Antioch Christian Academy227 Eross St.
San Antonio, TX 78202222-0159
Blessed Sacrament LearningCenter
222 Cevallos W.San Antonio, TX 78204
223-5013
Big Bird Day Care Center1810 W. Thorain
San Antonio, TX 78201732-2001
Central Christian Child CareCenter
720 N MainSan Antonio, TX 78205
226-9672www.cccsa.org
Discovery School222 Salem
San Antonio, TX 78201344-3472
Discovery World 406 W. Durango
San Antonio, TX 78204225-7464
First Presbyterian ChurchChildren’s Center404 N Alamo
San Antonio, TX 78205225-0960
Good Samaritan Center1600 Saltillo
San Antonio, TX 78207434-5531
Grace Lutheran Day School504 Avenue E (at McCullough)
San Antonio, Tx 78215(210)226-9132
www.gracesa.org/dayschoolGrace Lutheran Day School
offers a developmentally appro-priate Christian
curriculum for early childhoodeducation in preparation for
kindergarten. Students of working parents inthe downtown area receive
individualized attention in a small classroomsetting from experienced, pas-
sionate staff in a quality, safe learning envi-
ronment.
Green Acres Child Care Center1303 S. Main
San Antonio, TX 78204223-3107
Healy-Murphy ChildDevelopment Center
122 NolanSan Antonio, TX 78202
224-9569
Hosanna Full Gospel ChurchChild Care Center244 Sherwood
San Antonio, TX 78201734-7884
House of Neighborly Service407 N. Calaveras
San Antonio, TX 78207434-2301
Immaculate ConceptionKindergarten and Nursery
2407 W TravisSan Antonio, TX 78207
226-3934
Inman Christian Center1214 Colima
San Antonio, TX 78207222-9641
Kids’ Paradise Day Care2508 Buena Vista
San Antonio, TX 78207438-8835
Kriterion A Montessori School611 W Ashby
San Antonio, TX 78212735-9778
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
Our Lady of the Lake ChildDevelopment Center411 SW 24th St.
San Antonio, TX 78207431-5570
www.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 78212732-8801 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 separatemusic, library, computer andphysical education teachers aswell as artistic and culturalevents. Breakfast, lunch andafternoon snacks included.After school care available.
St. John’s Lutheran Day School502 E Nueva
San Antonio, TX 78205225-2392
St. Paul’s Episcopal MontessoriSchool
1018 E. GraysonSan Antonio, TX 78208
271-2861www.stpauls-satx.org
San Antonio College ChildDevelopment Center 210 W. Ashby PlaceSan Antonio, TX 78212
486-0530
Sunshine Cottage103 Tuleta, San Antonio, Texas78212 thru July 31, 2010New address after August 1,
2010: 603 Hildebrand
San Antonio, Texas 78212(210) 824-0579
www.sunshinecottage.orgSunshine Cottage teaches stu-dents with hearing impairment(pre-K through 12th grade)
using the auditory oral method.The Parent-Infant Program
(birth-3 years of age) is dedicat-ed to supporting, educating,and guiding parents help theirbaby learn to listen and talk.Newborn hearing screening isavailable by appointment.
The Play Pen Daycare andLearning Center1511 Saltillo St.
San Antonio, TX 78207433-1700
Ties-N-Bows Learning Center1334 Basse Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78212737-8437
VIA Child Development Center1021 San Pedro AveSan Antonio, TX 78212
362-2020
North Central
Abiding Presence Lutheran DaySchool
14700 San PedroSan Antonio, TX 78232
491-9565
Acorn School for YoungChildren
3501 BroadwaySan Antonio, TX 78209
826-8804www.theacornschool.net
Alamo Heights PresbyterianChild Development Center
6201 BroadwaySan Antonio, TX 78209
822-3213
Alamo Heights UnitedMethodist Weekday School
825 E Basse Rd.San Antonio, TX 78209
826-3215
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 an encour-aging and friendly atmos-phere. The curriculum is
designed to build a child’s con-fidence in speaking Spanishalong with cultivating otherimportant developmentalskills. The teachers speak
Spanish during the class time,
using English only when neces-sary. Aragon Spanish Academyis a Christian-based preschool.
Blessed Sacrament Parish ChildDevelopment Center102 Sharon Dr.
San Antonio, TX 78216824-1392
Candy Cane Children’s Center323 W. Sunset
San Antonio, TX 78209822-3016
Castle Hills First BaptistDaycare & Preschool2220 N.W. Military
San Antonio, TX 78213377-8479
Castle Hills Learning Center8030 Blanco Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78216342-9810
Child Montessori School2829 Hunters GreenSan Antonio, TX 78231
493-6550www.childmontessori.com
Children’s Lighthouse LearningCenter @ Stone Oak20906 Gathering OakSan Antonio, TX 78258
495-2223www.childrenslighthousesa.co
m
Childtime Children’s Center1107 W Bitters Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78216496-3779
www.childtime.com
Christ Lutheran Day School6720 Broadway
San Antonio, TX 78209822-7671
Christ Our Savior Daycare5323 Blanco Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78213733-9444
Christian Heritage Preschool16316 San Pedro
San Antonio, TX 78232499-4675
www.chs-kids.com
Circle School217 Pershing Ave.
San Antonio, TX 78209822-0461
www.thecircleschool.org
Coker Day School231 E North Loop Rd.San Antonio, TX 78216
494-3455
www.coker.org
Colonial Hills UnitedMethodist Child Development
Center5247 Vance JacksonSan Antonio, TX 78236
349-1092www.colonialhills.info
Our curriculum and develop-mentally appropriate environ-ment helps children grow emo-tionally, physically, spirituallyand intellectually. We developself esteem, socialization and
skills for life.
Community Bible Church DaySchool
2477 North Loop 1604 ESan Antonio, TX 78232
477-5174www.communitybible.com
Concordia Lutheran Day Care16801 Huebner Rd.San Antonio, TX 78258
479-1492http://www.children.concordia-
lutheranchurch.com
Country Kids Academy21002 Encino Commons Rd.San Antonio, TX 78259
403-2458http://www.countrykidsacade-
my.com/
Crown of Life Lutheran Pre-School
19291 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 Preschool14535 Blanco Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78216493-9263
www.gangani.org
Harvest Preschool Academy1270 N. Loop 1604 ESan Antonio, TX 78232
496-2277www.harvestschools.org
Heintz Preschool16550 Huebner Rd.San Antonio, TX 78248
479-0429
Just Kids Christian LearningCenter
3060 Olmos Creek Dr.San Antonio, TX 78230
492-8840
Little House Day Care1638 Basse Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78213733-3574
MontessoriSchoolhouse
10711 Dreamland Dr. San Antonio, TX 78230
341-0731 www.mymontessorischool-
house.comMontessori Schoolhouse pro-vides a stimulating environmentfor children beginning at 18months. We are located in aquiet four acre wooded setting.Our traditional Montessori cur-riculum includes Music,Spanish and Motor Skills
Programs.Before and after school care
available.
Mount Sacred Heart School619 Mount Sacred heart RoadSan Antonio, TX 78216
342-6711www.mseagles.com
Nuestra Escuelita – SpanishImmersion Preschool
9511 Powhatan Drive, SanAntonio, TX 78230210-697-1800
www.nuestraescuelita.colminfo@nuestraescuelita.com
Nuestra Escuelita is a new facil-ity that teaches Spanish at apreschool level. Your child willexperience the joys of “regular”preschool – just all in Spanish.We offer Spanish programs forages 2 to 5 years old. NuestraEscuelita is an extraordinaryplace for children to learn andgrow. Our preschool combinesan innovative curriculum with aSpanish immersion experiencedesigned to advance yourchild’s cognitive and social
development all in a nurturing,stimulating, challenging and
playful environment.
Northwood Presbyterian DaySchool
518 Pike PlaceSan Antonio, TX 78209
826-5601www.npcsa.org
Pilgrim Congregational School500 Pilgrim Dr.
San Antonio, TX 78213344-4579
www.pilgrimschoolandday-care.com
Pinnacle Montessori at NorthSan Antonio
19730 Bulverde Road, SanAntonio, TX 78259210-577-1773
www.pinnaclemontessori.cominfo@pinnaclemontessori.com
Pinnacle Montessori’s missionis to provide an outstandingMontessori educational envi-ronment to guide and nurtureeach child to reach his/her fullacademic, social, emotional,physical and spiritual potential.Pinnacle Montessori’s objec-tives are to provide a safe andcaring environment to our chil-dren. To respect each child’sindividuality and to instill ethi-cal and moral values on ourchildren. For more information
please call or email us.
Primrose School of HuebnerVillage
2410 Huebner ParkSan Antonio, TX 78248
479-9200www.primrosehuebnervillage.c
omProviding the highest quality inearly childhood education,Primrose Schools, an accredit-ed private pre-school, developschildren academically, sociallyand prompts character develop-ment through its propriety bal-anced learning curriculum.
Primrose School of Stone Oak689 Knights Cross
San Antonio, TX 78258481-1913
www.primroseschool.com/sto-neoak
Rainbow Station Preschool322 E Sonterra Blvd.San Antonio, TX 78258
495-5222www.rainbowstation.org
St. Andrew Lutheran Children’sLearning Center16320 Huebner
San Antonio, TX 78248493-9380
St. Andrew’s United MethodistChurch Day School722 Robinhood
San Antonio, TX 78209824-2465
www.saumc.com
St. David’s Episcopal School 1300 Wiltshire
San Antonio, TX 78209824-2481
www.saintdavids.net
St. George Episcopal School 6900 West Ave.
San Antonio, TX 78213342-4263
www.saintgeorgeschool.org
St. Luke’s Episcopal School11 St. Luke’s Lane
San Antonio, TX 78209826-0664
www.sles-sa.org
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St. Mark’s Catholic Preschool& Nursery
1602 Thousand Oaks Dr.San Antonio, TX 78232
494-9282www.stmarkevangelist.com
St. Peter Prince of the ApostlesSchool
112 Marcia Place San Antonio, TX 78209
824-3171www.stpeterprince.org
St. Thomas Episcopal School1416 N Loop 1604 ESan Antonio, TX 78232
494-3509
Shearer Hills Baptist EarlyLearning Center 12615 San Pedro
San Antonio, TX 78216545-2175
Shepherd King Christian DaySchool
303 W RamseySan Antonio, TX 78216
344-1703www.shepardkingluter-
anchurch.org
The Pineapple School12222 Huebner Road, San
Antonio, TX 78230210-883-7699
www.pineappleschool.cominfo@pineappleschool.comThe mission of The PineappleSchool is to provide a safe stim-ulating & nurturing environ-
ment where young children candevelop age appropriate cogni-tive, physical, social and emo-tional skills while simultane-ously assimilating the languageand culture of Latin America.
Trinity Church & ChristianAcademy:
Blanco Preschool1323 Brookstone
San Antonio, TX 78248479-7792
www.trinitychurch.comWe offer curriculum that incor-porates learning centers in sci-ence, art, music, library and
dramatic play. Activities includedance, computer and motorskills classes and pre-kinder-garten ABEKA program for 4 &
5 year olds.
The Goddard School21785 Hardy Oak
San Antonio, TX 78258494-2779
www.goddardschool.comWhether gently holding infants,encouraging toddlers to share,or providing preschoolers with
enriching activities, TheGoddard School ® supports thehealthy development of chil-dren from 6 weeks to 6 years.
The Wright Start LearningCenter
6411 Vance JacksonSan Antonio, TX 78230
558-6882
South Central
Bizzy Beez Child Care Center4647 Roosevelt
San Antonio, TX 78214927-1340
Blessed Sacrament AcademyChild Development Center
1135 Mission Rd.San Antonio, TX 78210
532-5363www.bsacdc.org
Carino Child Care Center435 Sims Ave.
San Antonio, TX 78225533-6026
Jennie & Mikie’s Child Care1110 Halliday Ave.
San Antonio, TX 78210533-1558
La Mision Summer Kid Kamp2211 S. Hackberry St.San Antonio, TX 78210
534-3836
Lil Tikes Day Care Center2710 Tortuga St.
San Antonio, TX 78224924-8453
Little Friends Day Care Center405 Walton
San Antonio, TX 78225927-6762
Little Wonderland Child Care502 W. Theo Ave.
San Antonio, TX 78214534-6324
Michael’s Child Care Center645 Kayton Ave.
San Antonio, TX 78210533-3939
Palm Heights Baptist School1106 W Malone Ave.San Antonio, TX 78225
923-8600www.phbschool.org
Poppys Kiddie Kampus1134 Gillette Blvd.
San Antonio, TX 78224923-1476
Ray Ellison Family Center Palo
Alto College 1400 W. Villaret
San Antonio, TX 78224921-5490
Southern Angels Day CareCenter
102 Octavia Pl.San Antonio, TX 78214
532-6435
Tot spot Children’s Daycare6503 S. Flores St.
San Antonio, TX 78214932-2610
Teeter Totter Child Care Center6031 S. Flores, Suite 101San Antonio, TX 78214
932-2029
East
Carmelite Learning Center2006 Martin Luther King Dr.San Antonio, TX 78203
533-0651
Eman Christian Academy903 S WW White Rd.San Antonio, TX 78220
333-0166
Holli Hills Day Care Center2430 Wayne
San Antonio, TX 78222648-7146
Jubilee Child DevelopmentCenter, LLC
2931 S. W.W. White Rd.San Antonio, TX 78222
337-7727
Kids Zone Christian Day Care111 Dunaff St.
San Antonio, TX 78219333-7192
Little Red School House DayCare Center
2511 SW White Rd.San Antonio, TX 78222
337-6677
Nanny Nite Child Care3155 Ackerman Rd.San Antonio, TX 78219
656-2669
Our Second Home5635 FM 78
San Antonio, TX 78219661-3756
Pecan Valley Child Care Center4359 Greco Dr.
San Antonio, TX 78222333-2128
Safari Learning Center5430 Old Seguin Rd.San Antonio, TX 78219
661-6055
St. Phillips College ChildDevelopment Center2207 Wyoming
San Antonio, TX 78203271-7033
Stephanie’s Angels1411 Upland Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78219333-8700
North East
Bo Peep Learning Center12919 Park CrossingSan Antonio, TX 78217
655-2822
Bright Kid’s Day Care4230 Clear Spring
San Antonio, TX 78217655-9225
Brighton School14207 Higgins Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78217826-4492
www.brightonsa.org
Career Point Day School3939 Thousand OaksSan Antonio, TX 78247
590-7373
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 NacogdochesSan Antonio, TX 78217
599-1028www.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 200San Antonio, TX 78247
653-2197
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.
San Antonio, TX 78217654-9090
Holy Trinity Presbyterian DaySchool
16245 Nacogdoches San Antonio, TX 78247
599-7640
Kare Bears Day Care4530 Walzem Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78218654-8605
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
San Antonio, TX 78247402-1226
www.koolkidslc.com
Loving Christian LearningCenter
4222 Sunshadow St.San Antonio, TX 78217
650-4258
MacArthur Park LutheranSchool
2903 NacogdochesSan Antonio, TX 78217
822-5374
Ms. Annie’s Daycare Center12134 El Sendero
San Antonio, TX 78233599-6010
New Beginnings ChristianDaycare
13777 Judson RdSan Antonio, TX 78233
656-1363
New Horizons School3700 Ridge CountrySan Antonio, TX 78247
494-7022
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 Learning Center& Daycare
13777 Judson Rd.San Antonio, TX 78233
654-5500
Resurrection Children’s Center5909 Walzem Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78218655-0451
River City Believer’s Academy16875 Jones Maltsberger, San
Antonio, TX 78247656-2999
A pre k – 12th grade CollegePrep Christian School whichoffers a new and innovativecurriculum designed to meetthe individual needs of stu-
dents. An emphasis on Biblicalworld view development toequip the next generation ofChristian leaders to be worldchangers. A full range of aca-demic competitions, sports and
clubs!
Saint Mary’s Hall9401 Starcrest Dr.
San Antonio, TX 78217483-9100
www.smhall.org
admissions@smhall.org
San Antonio Country DaySchool
4194 Jung Rd.San Antonio, TX 78247
496-6033www.countrydayschool.netSan Antonio Country DayMontessori School is an aca-demically rich Montessori envi-ronment for students 2 1/2 - 6thgrade. Preschool programsinclude two, three, and fivedays per week. Call today to
apply.
St. John Neumann CatholicSchool
6680 CrestwaySan Antonio, TX 78239
654-9512www.stjohnneumannsa.org
St. Margaret’s Episcopal DaySchool
5310 Stahl Rd.San Antonio, TX 78247
657-0395www.stmargarets.us
St. Matthews United MethodistDay Care
2738 E. Bitters Rd.San Antonio, TX 78217
826-4850
The Cherished Child at JohnCalvin Presbyterian Preschool
8102 MidcrownSan Antonio, TX 78239
657-9575www.johncalvinpresbyterian.or
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The Growing Stage14435 Bulverde Rd.San Antonio, TX 78247
494-6841
Trinity Preschool5415 N Loop 1604 ESan Antonio, TX 78247
653-2800www.trinitychristianacademy-
sa.comWe offer curriculum that incor-porates learning centers in sci-ence, art, music, library and
dramatic play. Activities includedance, computer and motorskills classes and pre-kinder-garten ABEKA program for 4 &
5 year olds.
South East
Good Shepherd Lutheran DayCare
1630 Goliad Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78223333-0461
www.goodshepherdlutheran.com
Hands N Hands Childcare andLearning Center875 Hot Wells
San Antonio, TX 78223532-3396
www.handsnhands.com
Highland Hills Baptist School2751 E Southcross
San Antonio, TX 78223534-7441
Kid Kountry Early LearningCenter
11708 Donop Rd.San Antonio, TX 78223
633-2600
Playtime Day Care11470 S Foster Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78223633-3300
Positive Beginnings440 Labor St.
San Antonio, TX 78210533-4747
Tot Spot Children’s Daycare6503 S Flores St.
San Antonio, TX 78214932-2610
Wee Friends Preschool & DayCare
3302 E Southcross Blvd.San Antonio, TX 78223
532-2224
West
Air Force Village Child Care12455 Freedom WaySan Antonio, TX 78245
838-6304
Angel Valley Christian DayCare
1305 SW Loop 410 #125San Antonio, TX 78227
673-3019
Gramma’s Place1911 Serene Valley
San Antonio, TX 78227673-7295
Home Away From Home ChildCare
303 CedarhurstSan Antonio, TX 78227
674-2925
La Promesa Christian Academy910 Manor Dr.
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St. Mark’s Catholic Preschool& Nursery
1602 Thousand Oaks Dr.San Antonio, TX 78232
494-9282www.stmarkevangelist.com
St. Peter Prince of the ApostlesSchool
112 Marcia Place San Antonio, TX 78209
824-3171www.stpeterprince.org
St. Thomas Episcopal School1416 N Loop 1604 ESan Antonio, TX 78232
494-3509
Shearer Hills Baptist EarlyLearning Center 12615 San Pedro
San Antonio, TX 78216545-2175
Shepherd King Christian DaySchool
303 W RamseySan Antonio, TX 78216
344-1703www.shepardkingluter-
anchurch.org
The Pineapple School12222 Huebner Road, San
Antonio, TX 78230210-883-7699
www.pineappleschool.cominfo@pineappleschool.comThe mission of The PineappleSchool is to provide a safe stim-ulating & nurturing environ-
ment where young children candevelop age appropriate cogni-tive, physical, social and emo-tional skills while simultane-ously assimilating the languageand culture of Latin America.
Trinity Church & ChristianAcademy:
Blanco Preschool1323 Brookstone
San Antonio, TX 78248479-7792
www.trinitychurch.comWe offer curriculum that incor-porates learning centers in sci-ence, art, music, library and
dramatic play. Activities includedance, computer and motorskills classes and pre-kinder-garten ABEKA program for 4 &
5 year olds.
The Goddard School21785 Hardy Oak
San Antonio, TX 78258494-2779
www.goddardschool.comWhether gently holding infants,encouraging toddlers to share,or providing preschoolers with
enriching activities, TheGoddard School ® supports thehealthy development of chil-dren from 6 weeks to 6 years.
The Wright Start LearningCenter
6411 Vance JacksonSan Antonio, TX 78230
558-6882
South Central
Bizzy Beez Child Care Center4647 Roosevelt
San Antonio, TX 78214927-1340
Blessed Sacrament AcademyChild Development Center
1135 Mission Rd.San Antonio, TX 78210
532-5363www.bsacdc.org
Carino Child Care Center435 Sims Ave.
San Antonio, TX 78225533-6026
Jennie & Mikie’s Child Care1110 Halliday Ave.
San Antonio, TX 78210533-1558
La Mision Summer Kid Kamp2211 S. Hackberry St.San Antonio, TX 78210
534-3836
Lil Tikes Day Care Center2710 Tortuga St.
San Antonio, TX 78224924-8453
Little Friends Day Care Center405 Walton
San Antonio, TX 78225927-6762
Little Wonderland Child Care502 W. Theo Ave.
San Antonio, TX 78214534-6324
Michael’s Child Care Center645 Kayton Ave.
San Antonio, TX 78210533-3939
Palm Heights Baptist School1106 W Malone Ave.San Antonio, TX 78225
923-8600www.phbschool.org
Poppys Kiddie Kampus1134 Gillette Blvd.
San Antonio, TX 78224923-1476
Ray Ellison Family Center Palo
Alto College 1400 W. Villaret
San Antonio, TX 78224921-5490
Southern Angels Day CareCenter
102 Octavia Pl.San Antonio, TX 78214
532-6435
Tot spot Children’s Daycare6503 S. Flores St.
San Antonio, TX 78214932-2610
Teeter Totter Child Care Center6031 S. Flores, Suite 101San Antonio, TX 78214
932-2029
East
Carmelite Learning Center2006 Martin Luther King Dr.San Antonio, TX 78203
533-0651
Eman Christian Academy903 S WW White Rd.San Antonio, TX 78220
333-0166
Holli Hills Day Care Center2430 Wayne
San Antonio, TX 78222648-7146
Jubilee Child DevelopmentCenter, LLC
2931 S. W.W. White Rd.San Antonio, TX 78222
337-7727
Kids Zone Christian Day Care111 Dunaff St.
San Antonio, TX 78219333-7192
Little Red School House DayCare Center
2511 SW White Rd.San Antonio, TX 78222
337-6677
Nanny Nite Child Care3155 Ackerman Rd.San Antonio, TX 78219
656-2669
Our Second Home5635 FM 78
San Antonio, TX 78219661-3756
Pecan Valley Child Care Center4359 Greco Dr.
San Antonio, TX 78222333-2128
Safari Learning Center5430 Old Seguin Rd.San Antonio, TX 78219
661-6055
St. Phillips College ChildDevelopment Center2207 Wyoming
San Antonio, TX 78203271-7033
Stephanie’s Angels1411 Upland Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78219333-8700
North East
Bo Peep Learning Center12919 Park CrossingSan Antonio, TX 78217
655-2822
Bright Kid’s Day Care4230 Clear Spring
San Antonio, TX 78217655-9225
Brighton School14207 Higgins Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78217826-4492
www.brightonsa.org
Career Point Day School3939 Thousand OaksSan Antonio, TX 78247
590-7373
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 NacogdochesSan Antonio, TX 78217
599-1028www.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 200San Antonio, TX 78247
653-2197
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.
San Antonio, TX 78217654-9090
Holy Trinity Presbyterian DaySchool
16245 Nacogdoches San Antonio, TX 78247
599-7640
Kare Bears Day Care4530 Walzem Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78218654-8605
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
San Antonio, TX 78247402-1226
www.koolkidslc.com
Loving Christian LearningCenter
4222 Sunshadow St.San Antonio, TX 78217
650-4258
MacArthur Park LutheranSchool
2903 NacogdochesSan Antonio, TX 78217
822-5374
Ms. Annie’s Daycare Center12134 El Sendero
San Antonio, TX 78233599-6010
New Beginnings ChristianDaycare
13777 Judson RdSan Antonio, TX 78233
656-1363
New Horizons School3700 Ridge CountrySan Antonio, TX 78247
494-7022
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 Learning Center& Daycare
13777 Judson Rd.San Antonio, TX 78233
654-5500
Resurrection Children’s Center5909 Walzem Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78218655-0451
River City Believer’s Academy16875 Jones Maltsberger, San
Antonio, TX 78247656-2999
A pre k – 12th grade CollegePrep Christian School whichoffers a new and innovativecurriculum designed to meetthe individual needs of stu-
dents. An emphasis on Biblicalworld view development toequip the next generation ofChristian leaders to be worldchangers. A full range of aca-demic competitions, sports and
clubs!
Saint Mary’s Hall9401 Starcrest Dr.
San Antonio, TX 78217483-9100
www.smhall.org
admissions@smhall.org
San Antonio Country DaySchool
4194 Jung Rd.San Antonio, TX 78247
496-6033www.countrydayschool.netSan Antonio Country DayMontessori School is an aca-demically rich Montessori envi-ronment for students 2 1/2 - 6thgrade. Preschool programsinclude two, three, and fivedays per week. Call today to
apply.
St. John Neumann CatholicSchool
6680 CrestwaySan Antonio, TX 78239
654-9512www.stjohnneumannsa.org
St. Margaret’s Episcopal DaySchool
5310 Stahl Rd.San Antonio, TX 78247
657-0395www.stmargarets.us
St. Matthews United MethodistDay Care
2738 E. Bitters Rd.San Antonio, TX 78217
826-4850
The Cherished Child at JohnCalvin Presbyterian Preschool
8102 MidcrownSan Antonio, TX 78239
657-9575www.johncalvinpresbyterian.or
g
The Growing Stage14435 Bulverde Rd.San Antonio, TX 78247
494-6841
Trinity Preschool5415 N Loop 1604 ESan Antonio, TX 78247
653-2800www.trinitychristianacademy-
sa.comWe offer curriculum that incor-porates learning centers in sci-ence, art, music, library and
dramatic play. Activities includedance, computer and motorskills classes and pre-kinder-garten ABEKA program for 4 &
5 year olds.
South East
Good Shepherd Lutheran DayCare
1630 Goliad Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78223333-0461
www.goodshepherdlutheran.com
Hands N Hands Childcare andLearning Center875 Hot Wells
San Antonio, TX 78223532-3396
www.handsnhands.com
Highland Hills Baptist School2751 E Southcross
San Antonio, TX 78223534-7441
Kid Kountry Early LearningCenter
11708 Donop Rd.San Antonio, TX 78223
633-2600
Playtime Day Care11470 S Foster Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78223633-3300
Positive Beginnings440 Labor St.
San Antonio, TX 78210533-4747
Tot Spot Children’s Daycare6503 S Flores St.
San Antonio, TX 78214932-2610
Wee Friends Preschool & DayCare
3302 E Southcross Blvd.San Antonio, TX 78223
532-2224
West
Air Force Village Child Care12455 Freedom WaySan Antonio, TX 78245
838-6304
Angel Valley Christian DayCare
1305 SW Loop 410 #125San Antonio, TX 78227
673-3019
Gramma’s Place1911 Serene Valley
San Antonio, TX 78227673-7295
Home Away From Home ChildCare
303 CedarhurstSan Antonio, TX 78227
674-2925
La Promesa Christian Academy910 Manor Dr.
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San Antonio, TX 78228732-3424
www.lapromesacademy.comAn affordable Christian educa-tion, in a safe and caring envi-ronment. A BEKA curriculum,weekly chapel, music and lowstudent to teacher ratio.
Lil’ Patriots1030 Old US Hwy 90 WSan Antonio, TX 78237
432-9280
Madonna Neighborhood Center1906 Castroville Rd.San Antonio, TX 78237
432-1391
Marbach Christian Church DCC8023 Marbach Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78227673-4538
www.marbachchristian.net
Noah’s Ark Day Care Center6610 Hwy 90 WestSan Antonio, TX 78227
679-5956
Nonna Bear’s Play House9838 Misty Plain
San Antonio, TX 78245645-1013
Positive Beginnings3703 Crooked Trail
San Antonio, TX 78227645-1788
Silver Spoons Preschool8011 Marbach Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78227675-7660
Temple of Praise Early ChildDevelopment Center1620 Pinn Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78227673-1000
Valley Hi Assembly of GodDaycare Center
4424 SW Loop 410San Antonio, TX 78227
674-6784www.valleyhiag.org
Valley Hi Baptist Academy6623 SW Loop 410San Antonio, TX 78227
674-5300
YWCA Olga H. Madrid Center503 Castroville Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78237433-9922
North West
A Blessed Child2351 Cincinnati
San Antonio, TX 78228433-7331
All My Children627 N Gen McMullenSan Antonio, TX 78228
438-1003
Apple Tree Day School10350 Bandera Rd. STE 200San Antonio, TX 78250
509-1919
ARC University Methodist5084 DeZavala
San Antonio, TX 78249490-4300
Bright Ideas Child Enrichment9433 Fredericksburg Rd.San Antonio, TX 78240
694-4622
Buttons N Bows9035 Huebner Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78240690-6093
Castle Hills Learning Center &Day Care
4638 CenterviewSan Antonio, TX 78228
731-8100
Children’s Enrichment Center6739 Callaghan
San Antonio, TX 78229342-4302
www.childrensenrichmentcen-ter.org
Children’Summit LearningCenter
2250 BenrusSan Antonio, TX 78228
435-7022www.childrens-summit.com
Children’s House MontessoriSchool
4927 EversSan Antonio, TX 78228
436-4539
Kindercare Learning Center8680 Guilbeau
San Antonio, TX 78250680-4077
Kindercare Learning Centers 8031 Culebra Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78251681-8030
Discovery World LearningCenter
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.
San Antonio, TX 78228735-7861
Giant Steps Early LearningSchool
7900 Old Tezel Rd.San Antonio, TX 78250
521-6677www.giantstepsschool.com
The Pillars Christian LearningCenter
11040 Reed Road, San Antonio,TX 78251
210-523-2613www.thepillarsclc.com
The Pillars Christian LearningCenter was established to offersecure, innovative and compas-sionate care for the children ofthe community from infants toage 12. All programs are focusedon the academic, physical andspiritual development of the chil-dren. We take our teaching rolein your child’s early learningyears very seriously and arecommitted to a philosophy ofcontinuous improvement. It isour belief that the key to earlydevelopment is to reinforce aca-demic teachings with a gooddose of creativity and fun!
Grace Point Daycare &Preschool
9750 Huebner Rd.San Antonio, TX 78240
696-6093www.gracepoint.org
Happy Child Childcare &Learning Center3414 Culebra Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78228434-4436
Happy Faces ChildDevelopment Center5409 Hurley Dr
San Antonio, TX 78238522-1555
Hope Lutheran Learning Center5714 Callaghan Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78228433-2011
KidCare Drop-In4951 NW Loop 410San Antonio, TX 78229
682-1551Conveniently located off NWLoop 410 between Callaghanand Evers, KidCare Drop Inoffers hourly and day/weeklyrates. Open Mon-Thurs 7:30am-9pm, Fri 7:30am-1am, and Sat10am-1am. Kidcare is for a nightout! Ages 18 mos-12 years
Kids’ Campus Child Care8036 Fredericksburg Rd.San Antonio, TX 78229
692-9224
Kids of the Kingdom9943 Leslie Rd. (Corner of 1604
and Braun Rd.)San Antonio, TX 78254
688-9171www.zionhelotes.org
Kids R Kids – Liberty Field(210) 681-5437
10606 Liberty Field RoadSan Antonio, Texas 78254www.krklibertyfield.com
Kids ‘R’ Kids Liberty Field is alocally owned and operated. Weare very proud of our innovativefacility that provides effectiveeducational programs for chil-dren 6 weeks through 12 yearsof age. Our sincere love forchildren and strong belief thatthey should have a solid founda-tion, in combination with Kids‘R’ Kids International, the
absolute leader in its industry,make the perfect choice for your
family’s childcare needs.Our school is approximately19,000 square feet with 12classroom suites, a cafeteria,
a computer room, a large activi-ty gym for before and afterschool students, and five largeplay areas separated for age
groups.
Kids World Day Care Center7790 Mainland
San Antonio, TX 78250681-6671
Little Red Caboose6304 Babcock
San Antonio, TX 78240691-1050
Montessori Earth School4911 Golden QuailSan Antonio, TX 78240
558-8339
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www.montessoriearthschool.com
Northminster Early LearningCenter
6800 TezelSan Antonio, TX 78250
680-2803www.nelcsatx.com
Northwest Hills ChristianSchool
6585 Heath Circle Dr.San Antonio, TX 78250
522-1102
One for Autism Academy265 E Lullwood
San Antonio, TX 78212680-8737
www.OneForAutism.com
Playworks Early Childhood &Youth Program9589 Braun Rd
San Antonio, TX 78254523-7529
www.playworks-cdc.com
Primrose School at SonomaRanch
14075 Kyle Seale Pkwy.San Antonio, TX 78255
372-1488www.myprimeroseschool.comProviding the highest quality inEarly Childhood Education.Primrose Schools, an accredit-ed private pre-school, developschildren academically, sociallyand promotes character devel-opment through its proprietaryBalanced Learning Curriculum.
Protege Child Development9314 Ryder Dr.
San Antonio, TX 78254681-8350
Positive Beginnings4060 Medical Dr.
San Antonio, TX 78229615-8083
St. George Maronite6070 Babcock Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78240 690-0410
www.stgeorgesa.org
St. Paul’s Catholic LearningCenter
1201 DonaldsonSan Antonio, TX 78228
738-8715To provide a safe and develop-mentally appropriate yearround enrichment program
where the intellectual and spiri-tual needs of the whole childare met. Our hours of operation
are 6:30am to 6:00pm
Monday-Friday. We are openyear round.
Shepherd of the Hills LutheranSchool
6914 WurzbachSan Antonio, TX 78240
614-3741www.shlutheran.org
Sonbeam Learning Center2200 Oak Hill
San Antonio, TX 78238680-4034
Suburban School5409 Encino Park RoadSan Antonio, Texas 78240
(210) 696-0213Established in 1963, SuburbanSchool is located on six wood-ed acres and nationally accred-ited. We offer a variety of
classes and activities accordingto age level – swimming, fieldactivities, and much more!
Summerlin Child Care6387 De Zavala Rd.San Antonio, TX 78249
641-7337
Sunshine Day Care Center5440 Babcock Rd. Suite 100San Antonio, TX 78240
558-0727
The Honey Tree Preschool &Child Development Center
(210) 859-00868373 Culebra
San Antonio, Texas 78251www.TheHoneyTreePreschools.
comThe Honey Tree Preschool pro-vides a safe, nurturing, andintellectually stimulating envi-ronment for your child is ournumber one priority. As par-ents, we understand howimportant it is to choose theright child care provider. Wewelcome you to visit our facili-ty and talk to our staff and askother parents about their expe-rience with The Honey Tree
Preschool & ChildDevelopment Center or simplycontact us to find out more.
The Mustard Seed EarlyLearning Center(210) 688-7003
11555 Galm Road #200Two miles outside Loop 1604 &
Shaenfield Roadwww.mustardseedelc.comThe mission of The Mustard
Seed Early Learning Center is toprovide a learning communityin which each child is develop-
ing and growing in all areas ofdevelopment – social, emotion-al, physical, cognitive and lan-
guage.
Trinity United MethodistSchool
5319 Newcome Dr.San Antonio, TX 78229
684-5214www.trinityums.org
University United MethodistDay School
5084 De Zavala Rd.San Antonio, TX 78249
691-2704www.uumcsatx.org
UTSA Child DevelopmentCenter
6900 North Loop 1604 W Lot11
San Antonio, TX 78249458-6364
www.utsa.edu/cdc
Yogiland Too Learning Center2015 Bandera Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78228432-0253
South West
Heavenly Place ChildDevelopment Center1433 Sommerset Rd.San Antonio, TX 78211
924-7030
Little Clues Day Care Centerand Learning Center6103 S Zarzamora
San Antonio, TX 78211927-1053
Poppy’s Kiddie Kampus200 Briggs Ave.
San Antonio, TX 78211922-5382
Salvation Army Southside1034 Fenfield Ave.
San Antonio, TX 78211922-6798
www.salvationarmysatx.org
Babysitting/Nannies
AuPair Care800-428-7247
www.AuPairCare.comAu Pair Care is the leading aupair agency providing live-inchildcare services to Americanfamilies since 1989. Designatedby the U.S. Department of
State, Au Pair Care offers supe-rior childcare to fit your fami-
ly’s unique needs.
Multiple Locations
Childrens LighthouseStone Oak (210) 495-ABCD
Alamo Ranch (210) 256- ABCDHelotes (210) 695-4988
www.ChildrensLighthouse.comOur mission at Childrens
Lighthouse is to provide safe,quality, loving care and educa-tional services. We aspire topromote the positive develop-ment of young children in allareas of growth including
social, emotional, intellectual,physical, and creative. Wecommit to the most compre-hensive educational materialsavailable - A Beka. ChildrensLighthouse offers a nurturingenvironment designed to fostersecurity and happiness. Ourstaff is dedicated to giving par-
ents “peace of mind.”
Country Home LearningCenter
www.countryhomelearningcen-ter.com
Call 210-687-1002 for nearbylocation
Our small individual classesand state-of-the-art facility offeran innovative and comprehen-sive educational program forages 6 weeks to 13 years.
Come visit any of our 10 loca-tions in San Antonio. For moreinformation call 210-687-1002or visit www.countryhome-
learningcenter.com.
Our Lady of the Lake ChildDevelopment Center3726 W. Durango
San Antonio, TX 78207433-0287
We are NAEYC accredited witha developmental program forchildren ages 2 – 4 years.Teaching children to love to
learn is the basis of out curricu-lum.
Parent Child Inc.San Antonio, TX475-5077
www.parentchildinc.comA Non-profit agency that offerseducational, health, and dis-abilities services to familiesmeeting criteria for ages 3 tocompulsory entrance to publicschool. Register your childtoday by calling 475-5077 orvisit our website at parethchild-
inc.com
YMCA of Greater San AntonioSan Antonio, TX246-9630
www.ymcasatx.org
CHILDCARE & PRESCHOOL DIRECTORY
San Antonio, TX 78228732-3424
www.lapromesacademy.comAn affordable Christian educa-tion, in a safe and caring envi-ronment. A BEKA curriculum,weekly chapel, music and lowstudent to teacher ratio.
Lil’ Patriots1030 Old US Hwy 90 WSan Antonio, TX 78237
432-9280
Madonna Neighborhood Center1906 Castroville Rd.San Antonio, TX 78237
432-1391
Marbach Christian Church DCC8023 Marbach Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78227673-4538
www.marbachchristian.net
Noah’s Ark Day Care Center6610 Hwy 90 WestSan Antonio, TX 78227
679-5956
Nonna Bear’s Play House9838 Misty Plain
San Antonio, TX 78245645-1013
Positive Beginnings3703 Crooked Trail
San Antonio, TX 78227645-1788
Silver Spoons Preschool8011 Marbach Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78227675-7660
Temple of Praise Early ChildDevelopment Center1620 Pinn Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78227673-1000
Valley Hi Assembly of GodDaycare Center
4424 SW Loop 410San Antonio, TX 78227
674-6784www.valleyhiag.org
Valley Hi Baptist Academy6623 SW Loop 410San Antonio, TX 78227
674-5300
YWCA Olga H. Madrid Center503 Castroville Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78237433-9922
North West
A Blessed Child2351 Cincinnati
San Antonio, TX 78228433-7331
All My Children627 N Gen McMullenSan Antonio, TX 78228
438-1003
Apple Tree Day School10350 Bandera Rd. STE 200San Antonio, TX 78250
509-1919
ARC University Methodist5084 DeZavala
San Antonio, TX 78249490-4300
Bright Ideas Child Enrichment9433 Fredericksburg Rd.San Antonio, TX 78240
694-4622
Buttons N Bows9035 Huebner Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78240690-6093
Castle Hills Learning Center &Day Care
4638 CenterviewSan Antonio, TX 78228
731-8100
Children’s Enrichment Center6739 Callaghan
San Antonio, TX 78229342-4302
www.childrensenrichmentcen-ter.org
Children’Summit LearningCenter
2250 BenrusSan Antonio, TX 78228
435-7022www.childrens-summit.com
Children’s House MontessoriSchool
4927 EversSan Antonio, TX 78228
436-4539
Kindercare Learning Center8680 Guilbeau
San Antonio, TX 78250680-4077
Kindercare Learning Centers 8031 Culebra Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78251681-8030
Discovery World LearningCenter
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.
San Antonio, TX 78228735-7861
Giant Steps Early LearningSchool
7900 Old Tezel Rd.San Antonio, TX 78250
521-6677www.giantstepsschool.com
The Pillars Christian LearningCenter
11040 Reed Road, San Antonio,TX 78251
210-523-2613www.thepillarsclc.com
The Pillars Christian LearningCenter was established to offersecure, innovative and compas-sionate care for the children ofthe community from infants toage 12. All programs are focusedon the academic, physical andspiritual development of the chil-dren. We take our teaching rolein your child’s early learningyears very seriously and arecommitted to a philosophy ofcontinuous improvement. It isour belief that the key to earlydevelopment is to reinforce aca-demic teachings with a gooddose of creativity and fun!
Grace Point Daycare &Preschool
9750 Huebner Rd.San Antonio, TX 78240
696-6093www.gracepoint.org
Happy Child Childcare &Learning Center3414 Culebra Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78228434-4436
Happy Faces ChildDevelopment Center5409 Hurley Dr
San Antonio, TX 78238522-1555
Hope Lutheran Learning Center5714 Callaghan Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78228433-2011
KidCare Drop-In4951 NW Loop 410San Antonio, TX 78229
682-1551Conveniently located off NWLoop 410 between Callaghanand Evers, KidCare Drop Inoffers hourly and day/weeklyrates. Open Mon-Thurs 7:30am-9pm, Fri 7:30am-1am, and Sat10am-1am. Kidcare is for a nightout! Ages 18 mos-12 years
Kids’ Campus Child Care8036 Fredericksburg Rd.San Antonio, TX 78229
692-9224
Kids of the Kingdom9943 Leslie Rd. (Corner of 1604
and Braun Rd.)San Antonio, TX 78254
688-9171www.zionhelotes.org
Kids R Kids – Liberty Field(210) 681-5437
10606 Liberty Field RoadSan Antonio, Texas 78254www.krklibertyfield.com
Kids ‘R’ Kids Liberty Field is alocally owned and operated. Weare very proud of our innovativefacility that provides effectiveeducational programs for chil-dren 6 weeks through 12 yearsof age. Our sincere love forchildren and strong belief thatthey should have a solid founda-tion, in combination with Kids‘R’ Kids International, the
absolute leader in its industry,make the perfect choice for your
family’s childcare needs.Our school is approximately19,000 square feet with 12classroom suites, a cafeteria,
a computer room, a large activi-ty gym for before and afterschool students, and five largeplay areas separated for age
groups.
Kids World Day Care Center7790 Mainland
San Antonio, TX 78250681-6671
Little Red Caboose6304 Babcock
San Antonio, TX 78240691-1050
Montessori Earth School4911 Golden QuailSan Antonio, TX 78240
558-8339
May 2010 | Our Kids Childcare & Preschool Finder 19
www.montessoriearthschool.com
Northminster Early LearningCenter
6800 TezelSan Antonio, TX 78250
680-2803www.nelcsatx.com
Northwest Hills ChristianSchool
6585 Heath Circle Dr.San Antonio, TX 78250
522-1102
One for Autism Academy265 E Lullwood
San Antonio, TX 78212680-8737
www.OneForAutism.com
Playworks Early Childhood &Youth Program9589 Braun Rd
San Antonio, TX 78254523-7529
www.playworks-cdc.com
Primrose School at SonomaRanch
14075 Kyle Seale Pkwy.San Antonio, TX 78255
372-1488www.myprimeroseschool.comProviding the highest quality inEarly Childhood Education.Primrose Schools, an accredit-ed private pre-school, developschildren academically, sociallyand promotes character devel-opment through its proprietaryBalanced Learning Curriculum.
Protege Child Development9314 Ryder Dr.
San Antonio, TX 78254681-8350
Positive Beginnings4060 Medical Dr.
San Antonio, TX 78229615-8083
St. George Maronite6070 Babcock Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78240 690-0410
www.stgeorgesa.org
St. Paul’s Catholic LearningCenter
1201 DonaldsonSan Antonio, TX 78228
738-8715To provide a safe and develop-mentally appropriate yearround enrichment program
where the intellectual and spiri-tual needs of the whole childare met. Our hours of operation
are 6:30am to 6:00pm
Monday-Friday. We are openyear round.
Shepherd of the Hills LutheranSchool
6914 WurzbachSan Antonio, TX 78240
614-3741www.shlutheran.org
Sonbeam Learning Center2200 Oak Hill
San Antonio, TX 78238680-4034
Suburban School5409 Encino Park RoadSan Antonio, Texas 78240
(210) 696-0213Established in 1963, SuburbanSchool is located on six wood-ed acres and nationally accred-ited. We offer a variety of
classes and activities accordingto age level – swimming, fieldactivities, and much more!
Summerlin Child Care6387 De Zavala Rd.San Antonio, TX 78249
641-7337
Sunshine Day Care Center5440 Babcock Rd. Suite 100San Antonio, TX 78240
558-0727
The Honey Tree Preschool &Child Development Center
(210) 859-00868373 Culebra
San Antonio, Texas 78251www.TheHoneyTreePreschools.
comThe Honey Tree Preschool pro-vides a safe, nurturing, andintellectually stimulating envi-ronment for your child is ournumber one priority. As par-ents, we understand howimportant it is to choose theright child care provider. Wewelcome you to visit our facili-ty and talk to our staff and askother parents about their expe-rience with The Honey Tree
Preschool & ChildDevelopment Center or simplycontact us to find out more.
The Mustard Seed EarlyLearning Center(210) 688-7003
11555 Galm Road #200Two miles outside Loop 1604 &
Shaenfield Roadwww.mustardseedelc.comThe mission of The Mustard
Seed Early Learning Center is toprovide a learning communityin which each child is develop-
ing and growing in all areas ofdevelopment – social, emotion-al, physical, cognitive and lan-
guage.
Trinity United MethodistSchool
5319 Newcome Dr.San Antonio, TX 78229
684-5214www.trinityums.org
University United MethodistDay School
5084 De Zavala Rd.San Antonio, TX 78249
691-2704www.uumcsatx.org
UTSA Child DevelopmentCenter
6900 North Loop 1604 W Lot11
San Antonio, TX 78249458-6364
www.utsa.edu/cdc
Yogiland Too Learning Center2015 Bandera Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78228432-0253
South West
Heavenly Place ChildDevelopment Center1433 Sommerset Rd.San Antonio, TX 78211
924-7030
Little Clues Day Care Centerand Learning Center6103 S Zarzamora
San Antonio, TX 78211927-1053
Poppy’s Kiddie Kampus200 Briggs Ave.
San Antonio, TX 78211922-5382
Salvation Army Southside1034 Fenfield Ave.
San Antonio, TX 78211922-6798
www.salvationarmysatx.org
Babysitting/Nannies
AuPair Care800-428-7247
www.AuPairCare.comAu Pair Care is the leading aupair agency providing live-inchildcare services to Americanfamilies since 1989. Designatedby the U.S. Department of
State, Au Pair Care offers supe-rior childcare to fit your fami-
ly’s unique needs.
Multiple Locations
Childrens LighthouseStone Oak (210) 495-ABCD
Alamo Ranch (210) 256- ABCDHelotes (210) 695-4988
www.ChildrensLighthouse.comOur mission at Childrens
Lighthouse is to provide safe,quality, loving care and educa-tional services. We aspire topromote the positive develop-ment of young children in allareas of growth including
social, emotional, intellectual,physical, and creative. Wecommit to the most compre-hensive educational materialsavailable - A Beka. ChildrensLighthouse offers a nurturingenvironment designed to fostersecurity and happiness. Ourstaff is dedicated to giving par-
ents “peace of mind.”
Country Home LearningCenter
www.countryhomelearningcen-ter.com
Call 210-687-1002 for nearbylocation
Our small individual classesand state-of-the-art facility offeran innovative and comprehen-sive educational program forages 6 weeks to 13 years.
Come visit any of our 10 loca-tions in San Antonio. For moreinformation call 210-687-1002or visit www.countryhome-
learningcenter.com.
Our Lady of the Lake ChildDevelopment Center3726 W. Durango
San Antonio, TX 78207433-0287
We are NAEYC accredited witha developmental program forchildren ages 2 – 4 years.Teaching children to love to
learn is the basis of out curricu-lum.
Parent Child Inc.San Antonio, TX475-5077
www.parentchildinc.comA Non-profit agency that offerseducational, health, and dis-abilities services to familiesmeeting criteria for ages 3 tocompulsory entrance to publicschool. Register your childtoday by calling 475-5077 orvisit our website at parethchild-
inc.com
YMCA of Greater San AntonioSan Antonio, TX246-9630
www.ymcasatx.org
20 Our Kids Childcare & Preschool Finder | May 2010
A mother’s nurture may pro-vide powerful protectionagainst risks that her babyfaces in the womb, accordingto an article recently pub-lished online in the journalBiological Psychiatry. Theresearch shows that fetuses exposed tohigh levels of stress hormone – shown to be a precursorof babies’ poor cognitive development – can escape thisfate if their mothers provide them sensitive care duringinfancy and toddlerhood.The new study represents the first direct human evi-
dence that fetuses exposed to elevated levels of thestress hormone cortisol may have trouble paying atten-tion or solving problems later on. But what may bemore intriguing is the study’s second finding: That thisnegative link disappears almost entirely if the motherforges a secure connection with her baby.“Our results shape the argument that fetal exposure to
cortisol – which may in part be controlled by the moth-er’s stress level – and early caregiving experience com-bine to influence a child’s neurodevelopment,” saysstudy author Thomas O’Connor, Ph.D., professor ofPsychiatry and Psychology at the University ofRochester Medical Center, and director of the WynneCenter for Family Research.For the study, researchers recruited 125 women at an
amniocentesis clinic in an urbanmaternity hospital, taking a sampleof their amniotic fluid so that stresshormones in it could be measured.The mothers were at 17 weeks ges-tation on average; only motherswith normal, healthy pregnanciesand subsequent deliveries were fol-lowed.When their children reached 17
months of age, researchers adminis-tered a Bayley infant developmentalscale test, which relies on puzzles,pretend play, and baby “memory”challenges to gauge youngsters’ cog-nitive development. They alsoobserved the baby and mother usingthe Ainsworth “Strange Situation” test,which judges childrearing quality, cate-
gorizing mom-baby pairs as either showing secure orinsecure attachment to each other.With cortisol levels, relationship quality results, and
cognition scores in hand, researchers analyzed how thefirst two measures might influence the third. Indeed, forchildren showing “insecure attachment” to their moth-ers, a high prenatal cortisol level was linked with short-er attention spans and weaker language and problem-solving skills. But interestingly, for kids who enjoyedsecure relationships with their moms, any negative linkbetween high prenatal cortisol exposure and kids’ cog-nitive development was eliminated.“This is such refreshing news for mothers,” O’Connor
says. “Pregnancy is an emotional experience for manywomen, and there is already so much for mothers to becareful of and concerned about. It’s a relief to learn that,by being good parents, they might ‘buffer’ their babiesagainst potential setbacks.”
– Lisa Carpenter
Parenting
Good ParentingTriumphs OverPrenatal Stress
Call for Details 210-265-1220
• Child Enriched Learning Curriculum• Affordable Tuition • Nutritional Meals & Snacks
• Convenient Location • Dynamic Summer Program
2 to 10 years
No RegistrationFee with adExp. July 15, 2010
www.TheHoneyTreePreschools.com
8373 Culebra,Suite 102-B
SA, TX 78251
Bring in this advertisement by August 20, 2010
Credentialed Lead Teachers • Industry Leading A Beka CurriculumAges 6 Weeks - Pre-K • Before & After School and Summer
Programs to age 12 • Multiple Child & Active Military Discounts6:00 AM to 6:30 PM M-F
May 2010 | Our Kids Childcare & Preschool Finder 21
Good ParentingTriumphs OverPrenatal Stress
Behavioral and Neurologic MusicTherapy for Children with
AUTISM, and other Developmentor Medical Disabilities.
210.392.1277smusicr1@yahoo.com
www.a-zmusictherapy.comBuilding and rebuilding skills through music
A-Z MusicTherapy
Stefanie Anderson, MM, NMT, MT-BCBoard Certified Music Therapist
Call for Details 210-265-1220
• Child Enriched Learning Curriculum• Affordable Tuition • Nutritional Meals & Snacks
• Convenient Location • Dynamic Summer Program
2 to 10 years
No RegistrationFee with adExp. July 15, 2010
www.TheHoneyTreePreschools.com
8373 Culebra,Suite 102-B
SA, TX 78251
Bring in this advertisement by August 20, 2010
Credentialed Lead Teachers • Industry Leading A Beka CurriculumAges 6 Weeks - Pre-K • Before & After School and Summer
Programs to age 12 • Multiple Child & Active Military Discounts6:00 AM to 6:30 PM M-F
• Three and Four Year Olds (by Sept. 1)• Teachers are educated, experienced & wonderful!• Very low teacher/student ratio.• Lunch Bunch classes available for a longer day!....where children grow in the wonder of learningthrough play and discovery.
Universal City United Methodist Preschool is nationally accredited byNAEYC. We serve children three, four and five years old in a develop-mentally appropriate learning environment. Our school has educated,experienced and excited teachers in large, stimulating classrooms. Weoffer morning and afternoon classes, with Lunch Bunch added for alonger day. PE and Music are offered weekly. www.ucumpreschool.com
Universal City UnitedMethodist Preschool658-5761 • 90 Winn Avenue Universal City, TX 78148www.ucumpreschool.com Nationally accredited by NAEYC
SAN ANTONIO DANCE ACADEMY• Mexican Folkloric
• Pointe
• Ballroom Dance
• Boys Dance
210-341-757415714 Huebner Rd. SA, TX 78248
sada@sadance.info www.sadance.info
20 Years of Solid dance trainingfor students ages 3 - Adult!
• Ballet• Jazz/Hip-hop
• Tap• Flamenco
22 Our Kids Childcare & Preschool Finder | May 2010
They’re plenty confusing to parents – these myste-rious pains that plague kids’ legs at night and reli-ably vanish by morning. Medical tests show thatthere’s nothing wrong, and your child’s doctor hasno tips on preventing or treating the pain.“Growing pains” are a common childhood ail-
ment. And yet, they’re not even caused by a child’sgrowth.“It is true that muscles, tendons, ligaments and
bones grow continuously, but the growing processalone seldom causes pain,” explains Francis Y. Lee,M.D., an orthopedic surgeon at Children’s Hospital ofNew York and Columbia University. In fact, growing pains are most common from ages 3
to 12, when kids aren’t having rapid growth spurts. Sowhy call them “growing pains”? Because all childreneventually outgrow them, says William Oppenheim,M.D., a pediatric orthopedic surgeon with the LuskinChildren’s Clinic of Los Angeles Orthopaedic Hospitaland the UCLA Department of Orthopedics.
What They AreGrowing pains are the third most common type of
pain in children ages 3-12 (headache and stomachacherank first and second), impacting between 15 percentand 30 percent of this age group.
The pains tend to occur:• at night,• for a few nights at a time, every one to three months,
• in both legs, and• in the thighs, calves and behind the knee.
In the morning, kids who had been suffering fromgrowing pains get around just fine; you’d never knowthey had a problem. “During the day they’re totallynormal,” says Meghan Imrie, M.D., associate clinicalprofessor of orthopedic surgery at Stanford University.Any lab tests that your pediatrician performs will alsocome back normal if growing pains are the problem.
What They Aren’tThe most important thing to know about growing
pains is that this is a “diagnosis of exclusion,” Imriesays. That means growing pains are diagnosed afterdoctors rule out everything else.
Here are some symptoms that do not indicate grow-ing pains and should be reported to your child’s doctor:
• pain that is focused in one spot or one leg only(localized);
• pain focused in the joints, making a child feel
Growing Pains
GrowingPains – They’ve Got Nothingto Do With Growth!
by CHRISTINA ELSTON
May 2010 | Our Kids Childcare & Preschool Finder 23
“stiff” in the mornings;• pain that’s persistent, rather than coming
and going in spates;• pain accompanied by fever, swelling or ten-
derness;• pain with injury or bruising;• pain that causes a child to limp during the
day, or curtail his physical activities.
Similar to growing pains is a condition calledtransient synovitis. Its cause is also unknown, butthis condition brings day and nighttime joint painin the knee or hip. Kids with transient synovitisdon’t have fever or other signs of infection, but thepain may become so severe they walk with a limp.The condition usually clears after three or fourdays, with no long-term effects. Painful joints with swelling and fever, on the
other hand, are a big red flag, and you shouldhave your child seen by a doctor immediately. Thiscan be a sign of joint infection, which Oppenheimwarns can cause permanent damage within a dayor two. A hopeful sign, believe it or not, is if your
child’s pain stays the same. “More worrisomethings like a tumor or arthritis become worse overtime,” says Imrie. Those are two of the seriousconditions connected with nighttime leg pain inkids. Others include leukemia (cancer of the whiteblood cells) and lymphoma (cancer of the lym-phatic system).Less-serious causes of leg pain include injury or
overuse of muscles (strains), ligaments (sprains),bones (stress fracture) and joints (cartilage bruise).Long-distance runners can develop pain in thethigh, which may indicate stress fracture.Basketball players can have pain over the front ofthe knee, a condition called Osgood-Schlatter’sdisease (apophysitis). But these things usually getbetter when physical activity is reduced, explainsLee.
CausesNo one knows what causes growing pains, “and
that makes it a bit of a problem,” saysOppenheim. Especially frustrating since the condi-tion was first described in 1823! He points to aJournal of Foot and Ankle Research article from2008 that shows that research on the topic hasbeen plentiful, but “lacking in scientific rigor.”Still, there have been plenty of theories about thecause of growing pains:
• Muscle fatigue – This theory hasn’t beentested, but parents of kids with growing painsoften report that they’re linked to increased physi-cal activity.
• Bone fatigue – Studies have shown that thebones of kids with growing pains are less dense(and so weaker) than those of other children, lead-ing some to suspect the pain comes from bonefatigue.
• Genetics – Experts suspect that low painthresholds run in families, and some studies showthat kids with growing pains have lower painthresholds than their peers without.
• Joint hypermobility – Another untested theo-ry is that children with growing pains are “doublejointed,” a trait also common to children withpainful conditions such as fibromyalgia.Oppenheim’s personal theory is that because
children in this age range are so physically active,they make the periosteum (a membrane containingblood vessels and nerves that covers the bones)sore. It’s much thicker in kids than in adults, andcould be less flexible. But Oppenheim says hedoesn’t have research to back this up. “Nothinghas really been pinned down,” he says.
What You Can DoThere aren’t any proven treatments for growing
pains, in part because it’s difficult to provewhether a given treatment worked or whether thechild just outgrew the condition. Still, some thingsdo seem to help:
• Reassurance,• Heat and massage, if that feels good to the
child, and• Over-the-counter pain medications such as
Tylenol and Advil.
“It’s basically just rubbing where it hurts, kissingthe boo-boo,” says Imrie.Oppenheim puts it another way. “You can be
sympathetic and carry them through it,” he says.“And you can realize it’s not the end of the world,and they will outgrow it.”
Christina Elston is a senior editor and health writer for
Dominion Parenting Media. Read more about family
and child health on her Health-E blog at
Parenthood.com.
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Underwriters Laboratories, an independentproduct safety organization, reveals thatchildren’s initial reactions might actuallyput them in danger during an emergency.While more than 90 percent of children saythey would know exactly what to do ifthere was an emergency like a fire, only 47percent chose the safest option: get out ofthe building immediately.UL urges families to consider the follow-
ing safety tips in preparing for the unex-pected:Children should know their full name,
parents’ full names, address (including cityand state), home phone number (includingarea code) and parents’ work phone num-bers or cell phones before leaving thehome.Designate an out-of-town relative or
friend to be your family’s emergency con-tact and keep their information with you atall times.Prepare an emergency kit, including: five
days worth of non-perishable food and water, a canopener, flashlight, portable emergency radio (hand-crank, solar-powered or battery-operated), batteries,any prescription medication needed by family mem-bers, a first-aid kit, list of phone numbers for relatives,neighbors and utility companies, and pictures anddescriptions of your family. If you have pets, includefive days worth of canned pet food and water, sturdyleashes, harnesses or carriers, current photos anddescriptions and a litter box.Develop and practice several disaster preparedness
plans. Make sure your child knows the first thing heshould do in the event of a storm or other disaster,regardless of his location.Practice a fire escape route by drawing out a floor
Child’s First Instinct in anEmergency May Not be the Safest
plan and mapping out each family member’s routeof escape making sure each room has two exitoptions. Designate a meeting place where your fam-ily will reunite if separated. Consider posting the fireescape route on refrigerators and in each familymember’s bedroom.Make sure your children know how to respond to
an emergency in the environments they frequent,including schools, friends’ houses and public build-ings like grocery stores. Point out exit signs in pub-lic buildings, ensure they actively participate inschool fire drills and talk to their friends’ parentsabout their individual escape plans.
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Center on Education Policy (CEP) finds that boys aresignificantly behind girls in reading at the elemen-tary, middle and high school levels. Researcherslooked at scores from standardized tests in all 50states between 2002 and 2008, and found that boysare significantly behind girls in reading. In somestates, the percentage of boys scoring “proficient” inreading is more than 10 percentage points below thatof girls.For their part, girls appear to be doing much better
in math. The study found that at the proficient level,the number of states where girls outperform boys isabout equal to the number of states where boys out-perform girls. At the “advanced” score level, boys inthe fourth grade still outperform girls in most states.In a statement released with the report, CEP
President Jack Jennings urged “much greater atten-tion” to boys’ reading skills beginning in the earlygrades.Overall, many states have narrowed the gap
between male and female students in both math andreading, the CEP study found. But while gaps in ele-mentary school reading have narrowed in 24 states,they’ve widened in 14. And while boys and girlshave improved on fourth-grade reading exams since2002, more girls than boys reached all three achieve-ment levels – basic, proficient, and advanced – in2008. Read the full report, including trends in each state,
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learn about the world and practice new cognitive, emo-tional and social skills. A parent can learn a lot abouttheir child’s developing skills and interests by participat-ing in their play. Your questions, ideas, and attentionsupport your child’s curiosity and creativity. Play inter-actions with you can also help them to develop skills touse when they are playing alone or with peers.Talk about feelings. Understanding and managing
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your gestures and your actions, your child learns from
you how to interact with other people and with theworld. You are in a wonderful position to set a positiveexample for everything from solving problems to show-ing compassion to buckling seatbelts.Create routines and stick to them. Children respond
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ment, visit www.ParentingCounts.org.
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May 2010 | Our Kids Childcare & Preschool Finder 27
We’re so accustomed to hearing about girls lag-ging behind boys in math. Now comes the news thatboys’ poor reading skills have led to a much biggergender gap in our schools.A new study from the public education advocate
Center on Education Policy (CEP) finds that boys aresignificantly behind girls in reading at the elemen-tary, middle and high school levels. Researcherslooked at scores from standardized tests in all 50states between 2002 and 2008, and found that boysare significantly behind girls in reading. In somestates, the percentage of boys scoring “proficient” inreading is more than 10 percentage points below thatof girls.For their part, girls appear to be doing much better
in math. The study found that at the proficient level,the number of states where girls outperform boys isabout equal to the number of states where boys out-perform girls. At the “advanced” score level, boys inthe fourth grade still outperform girls in most states.In a statement released with the report, CEP
President Jack Jennings urged “much greater atten-tion” to boys’ reading skills beginning in the earlygrades.Overall, many states have narrowed the gap
between male and female students in both math andreading, the CEP study found. But while gaps in ele-mentary school reading have narrowed in 24 states,they’ve widened in 14. And while boys and girlshave improved on fourth-grade reading exams since2002, more girls than boys reached all three achieve-ment levels – basic, proficient, and advanced – in2008. Read the full report, including trends in each state,
at the CEP’s Web site, www.cep-dc.org.
– Deirdre Wilson
Boys andReading: The New Gender Gap
Every day offers new joys and challenges for parents.Here are a few ideas for increasing the joy and prepar-ing for the challenges, courtesy of ParentingCounts.org.Love your child for who she is. Every child is unique,
with different temperaments and different interests.Every day they are learning and growing. Support themas they struggle to master more difficult skills and cele-brate their unique successes with them.Be a part of playtime. Play is how young children
learn about the world and practice new cognitive, emo-tional and social skills. A parent can learn a lot abouttheir child’s developing skills and interests by participat-ing in their play. Your questions, ideas, and attentionsupport your child’s curiosity and creativity. Play inter-actions with you can also help them to develop skills touse when they are playing alone or with peers.Talk about feelings. Understanding and managing
feelings is one of the hardest skills children under age 5have to tackle. So respect what they are feeling by rec-ognizing their emotions, listening to their thoughts andhelping them work through their emotions.Be an example. Through your voice, your expressions,
your gestures and your actions, your child learns from
you how to interact with other people and with theworld. You are in a wonderful position to set a positiveexample for everything from solving problems to show-ing compassion to buckling seatbelts.Create routines and stick to them. Children respond
to the expected. If you create a bedtime routine that hasthree steps and you do the same things every night, yourchild finds comfort in knowing what comes next andwill respond in positive ways as a result of sticking tothe plan.Make mealtime special. Whenever possible, make
mealtime a time to be together and enjoy a healthymeal. This not only develops a good pattern for eating,but it creates an opportunity to connect as a family.Make books a part of your child’s life. Make reading
fun. Cuddle up. Let your child choose the books. Byreading to your children, you are helping them increasetheir vocabulary, inspiring their imagination, and settingthe groundwork for a love of reading.For more information on parenting and child develop-
ment, visit www.ParentingCounts.org.
– Lisa Carpenter
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