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First Step School is now an ACCREDITED SCHOOL! We are a 4 STAR LEVEL SCHOOL with Texas Rising Stars (Highest level one can achieve). This certification improves the quality of child care services in Texas. Becoming certified in Texas Rising Star, we voluntarily meet requirements that EXCEED THE STATE'S MINIMUM LICENSING STANDARDS.

Trusted Child Care and PRESCHOOL in

San Marcos, Texas

First Step School

Conveniently located in San Marcos, TX we are a great school that is curriculum based and employ teachers that will help your children grow and prepare for their early education. We currently have programs for infants through age 12, drop-in childcare, after school programs and summer care.

When you are in the process of choosing childcare or a school for your child, you understandably want to make the best possible choice for their future. From our wonderfully inviting premises to our engaging classes and activities, your child will have all of the benefits of quality care that only comes from educators with years of experience.

Call us today in San Marcos, TX for more information. 512-353-4177 or email us at firststepschool@hotmail.com.

You can also text us at 512-878-9362

We are certified with Texas Rising Star! Highest level that can be achieved is 4 stars and we ARE 4 STARS!

We provide quality care which consists of higher standards than just the minimum in the state of Texas.

Our approach and Philosophy

The process of selecting child care or a school can be quite daunting and time consuming. At First Step School in San Marcos, TX we believe it doesn't have to be. After speaking with our dedicated faculty members the choice will be clear in regards to the welfare and future development of your child.

The overall goal of the program is enhancement of the child’s emotional, social and cognitive development. Children’s learning experiences are planned to occur through play activities and planned educational activities. Children and teachers select activities for participation from a variety of available planned experiences, some of which are child initiated and some of which are teacher initiated. The First Step Center program is based on a cognitive philosophy. Leave your child's education in the best possible hands. We provide a well-balanced curriculum and atmosphere and look forward to speaking with you about your child's education. We conduct tours of the school between the hours of 2:00 and 4:30 pm by appointment only. The tours take about 15-20 minutes. If you can't make it during these hours, please let us know what works for you and we will do our best to accomodate your needs.

As a Family Owned and Operated Child Care Center in San Marcos, TX we offer:

Preschool 1 (3 yo)
Preschool 2: Kindergarten readiness program (4/5 yo)
Hot meal program
Masterminds Small Group Instruction (Reading, Math & Science)
Active PTO (Parent Teacher Organization)
Enrichment programs (Ballet, Physical Education, Library Lady and Gymnastics)
Cheer and Sports Camps (Summer Only)
Community Involvement (Pink Heals Cancer Foundation, Sights and Sounds of Christmas, Youthfest/Day of the Young Child, Adopt a Police Officer, Chamber Book Drive, United Way
Annual Children Performances
Frog Street Press Curriculum
Monthly Children's Event's Sponsored by our PTO
Bookfair
Yearbook
Professional School Photos 2 times a year
Preschool Graduation Ceremony
Childcare Aware (Military Subsidy)
CCMS (Government Assistance) with the Texas Workforce Commission
Indoor Gym
First Friday Dress-Up
Communication APP (MyKidzDay)

At First Step School we understand that you care about the quality of the education your child is receiving. We have the curriculum and teachers that will provide your child with perfect balance of work and play. You will also love our school if you value convenience/easy access without all the traffic hassles and a school that is involved in the community. Our school is a top choice for your child if:

• You're interested in a structured learning environment

• You're not satisfied with the school your child currently attends

• You're moving location and need to find a new school

"Learning in a Loving Environment"

In the Kindergarten Prep class, we read The Gingerbread Boy every year. The gingerbread run away and we must find them in the school. Once we find them, we get to decorate and eat them!

4th of July Parade: Community involvment

Social Emotional Development: This young toddler is taking care of her baby. She will be a mom someday!

Garden to Table: The students are in the nature center planting their vegetables. They will care for them, pick them and bring them inside to eat. This teaches children where food comes from and how it gets to your table.

Gross Motor Development: Trying to ride a bicycle in the air!

Literacy: James is reading The Little Blue Truck!

Outside Physical Development: This infant is working hard to sit in the car. She is strengthening many muscles and is getting fresh air!

The students made Veteran Day cards that were delivered to Brookedale Assisted Living in San Marcos.

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Hours of operation

Monday - Friday: 7:15am-5:30 pm

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

Contact Information

Address

4003 Hunter Rd

San Marcos, 78666

Phone

(512) 353-4177- School Landline

*** School Cell Phone 512-878-9362*** Please text

Email

firststepschool@hotmail.com

BELOW IS A VIRTUAL TOUR THAT WAS MADE IN 2020. PLEASE CLICK ON THE WHITE ARROW BELOW TO START THE TOUR!

Click on the play button above to watch the virtual tour of our school!

Literacy: Ms., Kimberly poses for a picture with her toddlers during circle time

Social/Emotional Development: She is HAPPY and feels good inside!

Sensory Activities: This infant is engaging in water play.

Western Day: On Western Day, horses visited and the children got to take pictures on the horse!

Preschool 1: This child is practicing his ABC's by tracing the letters. Great fine motor skill and letter recognition acivity.

Dramatic Play Theme: Our classroom centers are propped with items that coincide with what the class unit. What better way to learn about SPACE than getting to role play what you are learning about!

Conscious Discipline: This Preschool child is using the "Smell the Flower and Blow out the Candle" breathing technique to calm himself down in the Safe Center.