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First United Methodist Day School and Afterschool
- licensed capacity
- 92
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $202
- year first permitted
- 1994
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About
About First United Methodist Day School and Afterschool
First United Methodist Day School and Afterschool is a licensed child care center in San Marcos, Texas. The state has permitted it since April 18, 1994, for up to 92 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based and Play-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care and part-time care.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 16 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsBefore- and after-schoolFaith-basedAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
6 wk
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 92 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 3 months through Pre-Kindergarten |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care and part-time care |
| Approach | Faith-based (United Methodist), Play-based |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| More | Founded 1986 |
| Licensed capacity | 92 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
First United Methodist Day School and Afterschool has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Hays County has a median price of $202 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Infant
Center$202
Home daycare$181
Toddler
Center$189
Home daycare$172
Preschool
Center$183
Home daycare$170
School age
Center$173
Home daycare$160
State record
Inspection reports for First United Methodist Day School and Afterschool
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 92 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1994
- License number
- #503561
Summary
16 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 10, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 16 visits · 3 rules in all · 3 corrected
- Safety and hazards 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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- Aug 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
May 23, 2025Visit1 rule cited
746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
“It was found that an infant was laid down in their crib with an iPad equipped with a shoulder strap that presented a choking hazard.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 23, 2025
- Jan 27, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 23, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Dec 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 16 earlier visits
Dec 12, 2024Visit1 rule cited
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity
“It was found that a child was left alone in a classroom during the transition to the outdoor play area.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 14, 2025
- Oct 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 20, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 7, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Nov 16, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.605(16) - Required Admission Information-Completed Food Allergy Plan
“Three children with diagnosed food allergy plans did not have a complete food allergy plan in file as parent signatures were missing on the plan.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 17, 2023
Dec 13, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
“The operation has not documented emergency drills since August 2022.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 23, 2023
- Nov 8, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 14, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 13, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 10, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
“During the investigation it was found that a child was placed in an unlocked room without a caregiver. The caregiver remained on the outside of the closed door.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 8, 2022
746.2805(6) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
“Caregiver used prohibited punishment when they took a child to the infant room and attempted to strap the child into a chair.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 8, 2022
Jan 21, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“A caregiver was present at the operation without an eligble background check. This was corrected when the caregiver was asked to leave the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 24, 2022
- Dec 16, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 8, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 3, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 30, 2021Visit2 rules cited
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
“A child was left unattended in the classroom for approximaely three to four minutes.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2021
746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
“This standard was reviewed and found to be deficient.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about First United Methodist Day School and Afterschool
Is First United Methodist Day School and Afterschool licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued April 18, 1994.
When was First United Methodist Day School and Afterschool last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 10, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 16 visits in the last 3 years.
Has First United Methodist Day School and Afterschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 3 of 16 visits in the last 3 years; 3 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can First United Methodist Day School and Afterschool care for?
92, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does First United Methodist Day School and Afterschool accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are First United Methodist Day School and Afterschool's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does First United Methodist Day School and Afterschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (512) 396-3236 to ask.
What is First United Methodist Day School and Afterschool's phone number?
(512) 396-3236.
Where is First United Methodist Day School and Afterschool?
129 W Hutchison St, San Marcos, TX 78666. The nearest other daycare we list is Presbyterian Parent Cooperative, 0.2 miles away.