Stepping Stone School Named 2026 Best in Childcare by Austin Family Magazine and Earns Top 3 Finish in the Austin American-Statesman Awards

We have some wonderful news to celebrate! Stepping Stone School has been voted Best in Childcare for 2026 by the readers of Austin Family Magazine. And that’s not all: we’re also thrilled to share that Stepping Stone School placed in the top three for Preschool/Childcare in the Austin American-Statesman’s 2026 Best of Austin Awards.

Two of the most respected community recognitions in Central Texas! We couldn’t have done it without you.

A Reflection of Our Families and Community

For more than 45 years, Stepping Stone School has been a trusted partner to families across Austin, Round Rock, Pflugerville, Kyle, Leander, Cedar Park, and the greater Central Texas region. Awards like these are voted on by the families and community members, which makes these recognitions especially meaningful.

Every vote represents a parent who trusted us with their child’s education and nurturance, a teacher who showed up with warmth and dedication, and a community that believes high-quality early care and education should be the standard. 

Austin Family Magazine’s Best in Childcare has become one of the most recognizable stamps of trust for families searching for early care and education in Austin. Being chosen by readers year after year speaks to a consistency of care that spans generations.

A top three finish in the Austin American-Statesman’s Best of Austin Awards places Stepping Stone School among the very best of Austin’s preschool and childcare providers, as chosen by the community we serve. It’s a reflection of the same values that drive us every day: nurturing classrooms, dedicated educators, and a genuine commitment to every child’s development.

Our Commitment Continues

We are committed to continue raising the bar. Across our 20 campuses, our teams remain focused on what has always set Stepping Stone School apart: our research-based Platinum Learning for Life™ curriculum, deeply caring educators, and a warm, welcoming environment where children and families feel supported.

We’re grateful for every family who has been part of our story, and we’re excited for the families who are just beginning with us. If you’re searching for a place where your child will be nurtured, challenged, and loved, we’d love to show you what makes Stepping Stone School Austin’s most trusted choice in early care and education.

Ready to see it for yourself? Schedule a tour at a Stepping Stone School campus near you.