Enrolled in school
The 2025 annual report describes eligibility for parents enrolled in an educational program at least 12 hours per week.
A temporary bridge for student parents
Childcare that keeps education within reach.
Northern Hills Ministry Center offers free, temporary childcare for eligible parents who are enrolled in school and waiting for state-funded childcare approval. The program helps parents continue learning while children receive safe, nurturing care.
Who the program is for
A bridge while longer-term childcare is pending.
The program was created for student parents whose education could be interrupted because they do not yet have state-funded childcare. It is temporary support, not a replacement for permanent childcare.
Waiting for state-funded care
The program is designed as a bridge while a family waits for state-funded childcare approval.
Eligibility must be confirmed
Space, age requirements, documentation, and current availability must be confirmed directly with the Ministry Center before care begins.
What families can expect
Safe care and room for parents to keep moving forward.
The annual report describes a warm, trauma-informed environment where children learn, play, and grow while parents attend school, meetings, or case-manager visits. Families may also connect with parenting education offered through Methodist Healthcare Ministries.
Published hoursFive days a week, 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
LocationNorthern Hills Ministry Center, 4306 Naco Pass, San Antonio, TX 78217
CostFree for eligible participating families
AvailabilityCall first; enrollment and space are not guaranteed
Documented outcomes
Stability created opportunity.
Since the childcare program opened in 2023, it has supported more than 60 families. The Ministry Center’s 2025 annual report records an 80% academic program completion rate among participating parents.
60+Families supported since 2023
80%Academic program completion rate
5 daysPublished weekly care schedule
How to ask about childcare
Begin with a conversation.
Call the Ministry Center before making school or childcare plans. Staff can explain current eligibility, documentation, child age requirements, space, and next steps.
Contact the Ministry Center
Phone210-236-6810
Address4306 Naco Pass
San Antonio, TX 78217
San Antonio, TX 78217
Have these questions ready
- What school or program are you attending?
- How many hours are you enrolled each week?
- Are you waiting for state-funded childcare approval?
- What are your child’s age and care needs?
- What days and times do you need care?
Student-parent childcare questions
Quick answers before you call.
Who is eligible for student-parent childcare?
The 2025 annual report describes the program for parents enrolled in school at least 12 hours per week who are waiting for state-funded childcare. Staff must confirm all current eligibility and documentation requirements.
Is the childcare permanent?
No. It is designed as a temporary bridge that helps parents continue their education while they wait for longer-term state-funded childcare.
How much does the program cost?
The annual report describes the program as free for eligible student parents. Call the Ministry Center to confirm current eligibility and availability.
What are the childcare hours?
The published program schedule is five days a week from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Families should call to confirm current operating days, closures, and whether those hours fit their approved placement.
Does meeting the requirements guarantee a space?
No. Eligibility does not guarantee enrollment or an immediate opening. Space and placement depend on current program capacity and the family’s confirmed circumstances.
How do I begin?
Call Northern Hills Ministry Center at 210-236-6810. Ask about student-parent childcare and be ready to discuss your school enrollment, weekly hours, childcare application status, and child’s needs.
Source and review note
Where this information comes from.
Program details and outcomes were prepared from the Northern Hills Ministry Center 2025 Annual Report: A Year of Walking Together in Joy, Dignity & Purpose, produced February 25, 2026. Information was checked October 29, 2026. Because eligibility, operating hours, and available spaces can change, the Ministry Center should confirm all current details before a family relies on the program.