We are so thankful for the prep! We moved from NY a year ago and started at the bee cave location…read moreand then switched to dripping springs once our house was built! The school is beautiful and new and kept clean. Each class has a lot of natural light which is important to me. They have a cafeteria for the older kids and a technology room with fun activities. They also have many big outdoor spaces for the kids to play and each space is for a certain age group. The staff at both locations are the biggest reason that we love the prep. All of the teachers are welcoming, warm, friendly and smart! The pre k and kinder teachers have been great as well and seem like they take great pride in what they do! Lastly the administration staff is amazing and easy to talk to! I love them anD again am so grateful for these amazing people who take care of my precious babies!!

Can't say enough praise for this place. We were so nervous to put our first child in daycare…read moreanywhere, even at 12 months. We were worried it was "too soon" and he "wasn't ready", but really it was us who were scared, our little boy LOVED the teachers and the other kids pretty much instantly. He's been there a year now and in the morning when we ask him if he wants to go to school he says "cool! cool!" (for school) and gets his PREP t-shirt and points to the letters on the front. He recognized that's his school shirt! I have to start at the top and say that the current manager there, Brittany, is hands down the best at her job (and we're talking now having seen her handle the pandemic shutdown and reopening and masks and all this craziness). Through it all, and all the personnel changes, Britanny never drops the ball when it comes to the care of the kids OR prompt responses to the parents with literally ANY concerns (for example, when my little one has a diaper rash problem for a few days, I literally call and ask them to put certain creams on in a certain order and then I'll even double check throughout the day and ask them to randomly check his diaper, etc etc - if you're reading this and think I'm crazy, you're not a mom :) - but seriously it's never even a bother. They're SO NICE at the front office. They totally understand my concerns and they TRULY want the kids to be happy. FACILITIES - clean (really clean!), new, modern TOYS - constantly introducing new toys/books/age-appropriate learning materials ACTIVITIES - they do SO MUCH stuff that I can't possibly even think of replicating at home. From outdoor play, to art projects, to sing-alongs and racing games... MANAGEMENT - just excellent. As I said, while some people have come and gone, everyone in the front office is always kind and responsive, and Brittany, the manager, runs a tight ship. I'm clearly overprotective (as you can tell by this review, I'm sure :) And I've never once had a situation where I thought Brittany wasn't 100% on it or ahead of it. TEACHERS - all have been really sweet! Again, some have been young college students here for the summer that went back to school, so there's some transition (which is totally normal for this business) but to their credit, from day one, all the teachers were really friendly and caring and responsive to my many many questions. (how long did my boy nap today?what did he eat? what are his favorite sing along songs? etc etc). Can't say I didn't like a single one. We literally had some very good reasons to MOVE out of state, and the top thing BOTH my husband and I instantly said was "not till all our kids finish daycare here! No way are we going to a different daycare". That's how strongly we feel that the PREP is just awesome...and our second kid will be starting there soon! If anything, wish I started them BOTH sooner..but you know, new mom guilt :)

We are lucky to have our Primrose family! Our 3 kids (3-year-old twins and a 16-month-old) always…read morefeel loved and supported. Both twins have Celiac Disease and the staff at Primrose goes above and beyond to accommodate their dietary restrictions. Between the wonderful chef, the teachers and the administrative staff that will literally run to the store just for gluten free items for our boys, we are confident that they are safe and taken care of at Primrose.

We are so lucky we found Primrose for our kids. The administrators and teachers are so kind,…read morecompassionate, considerate and skilled educators. Our kids have been at Primrose DS for 1.5 years and we have been blown away by how much they have learned and how happy they are there. We have loved each teacher they have had! Every morning they are so happy to go to school, running up to the staff to give hugs and excited to see their friends. It's such a well balanced curriculum with a nice mixture of learning, reading, art projects, playing, STEM, outside time and seasonal activities. Plus having full time chef (shout out to Ms. Carmen) to provide all snacks and meals makes life as a parent so much easier.

I can't say enough good things about this daycare. When my daughter first started, she had…read moretorticollis, and the staff went above and beyond to support her. Their individually tailored physical exercise routines have greatly improved her coordination and physical strength. What really stands out is how every teacher treats the children like part of their own family. It's not just about supervision -- they truly know and care for each child as a unique individual. My daughter always comes home happy, and I have complete peace of mind knowing she's in such loving, capable hands. If you're looking for a place where your child will grow, feel supported, and be genuinely loved, this is it!

EHAT is an exceptional place!! Monica and the entire team…read moregenuinely care about every student. The environment is fun, engaging, and fosters a love for learning Spanish. The annual Mother's Day and Holiday Shows are especially memorable, filled with love and effort that make them truly special for both students and their families. We are incredibly grateful to have the wonderful community at EHAT. I highly recommend it & your children will love it too!

An absolutely beautiful school with a well laid out curriculum and intense attention to detail. I…read moreknew I wanted to send my son here after touring dozens of pre-k's. This was the cleanest and safest ( private security ) option in Austin. The teachers genuinely care and the gym class/new inclosed playground is amazing for busy little bodies. The low student to teacher ratio is key, and they even bring in authors from the local book store for story time. Ashley is incredibly thoughtful and the care and love that has gone into the school is visible from day one.

There could never be words to describe how incredible Wonderwell is. Before having children, I used…read moreto think people who cared so much about preschool were silly. But now having two young kids, and knowing the importance of education at this important developmental stage, I know that there really is so much young children need to thrive. Wonderwell is not only the best preschool in Austin, but in the country in my opinion. My son went there for three years and my daughter for a year before we had to move out of state. Leaving this school was the hardest part. My son started when he was 2, he could barely speak and was SO shy. When we left, he was so confident, a true leader, and LOVED school. The teachers, the staff, the other families, are all above and beyond. I couldn't love or recommend Wonderwell more!

I enrolled my daughter in Bright Beginnings in Aug 2020 and she's had a great experience, we're sad…read moreshe's starting pre-k in the Fall. It has the cozy feel of an in home daycare but also the curriculum and schedule of a professional preschool, it's really the best of both worlds. The teachers are very professional, caring, and communicate with parents well. The director is very involved and is always available to discuss any questions I've had. Each month has a different learning theme and my daughter comes home telling me new things, singing new songs, and is so proud to show me her artwork.

From the owner: Licensed preschool in South Austin. We have very low child to teacher ratios so every child gets…read morethat one on one attention that is needed. Loving and caring child care that is a home away from home.

I am so grateful I found Havenwood. I've been working here for a few years now, and I can honestly…read moresay there is no place like it. The owners and admin are incredible; they strive to ensure their staff feel happy and supported. They are constantly checking in and finding ways to make teachers feel good about their jobs. I love the kids and our families. Havenwood is a place for everyone.

We have been at Havenwood for a little over a year and absolutely love it! Our son has learned so…read moremuch and comes home dirty everyday from all their fun, outdoor activities! The teachers are all so welcoming and kind. They truly give their all into these kiddos and care so much. I would highly recommend Havenwood to anyone with young children!

We are so thankful for this program. Our daughter just completed her first year there and the…read moregrowth and development we see in her is incredible. Monica is not only an amazing teacher, but an incredible support for helping us raise our children in the best possible way. Our daughter is so confident, has learned how to play independently and be at ease in a way we never saw before. Her imagination and love for art have grown so much, as well as her physical strength. She can climb trees, and play with just about any rock or stick anywhere we go. The love and dedication Monica put into this program and all the children is very clear, and the amazing bonus has been the great community of caring parents we have met through the school. We will always be grateful to have found Maestra Monica, our daughter looks forward to school everyday and we look forward to the years ahead being a part of this community.

Banyan Forest Kindergarten is a magical place! The kindergarten combines two of the most important…read morethings we were looking for that we couldn't find in any other school in the Austin area - a true forest school where the children are outside all day and a Waldorf teaching philosophy. Monica Martinez is an exceptional teacher - she is experienced, thoughtful, and intentional with her guidance to the children and to us as parents. Banyan effortlessly combines a true Waldorf curriculum (woodwork, knitting, watercolor) with a true forest school (almost the entire day in nature, kids climbing trees, playing in mud, running in the forest, jumping in puddles) -- it is a dream of a school & we are so grateful to have found this community!

This is a great school for young kids! Good teachers and flexible hours. I would highly recommend…read moreit.

We were there for 3+ years with our kids and are so grateful for both teachers and office staff!…read moreThey really got to know and love our kids. Any small issues that came up were quickly resolved.

i believe 5 stars is not enough to qualify this place.. my baby boy has been growing in this place…read moresince he was 3 months old.. i couldn't find a better place to keep my munchkin safe and entertained.. as a new mom and working full time this place has everything that you can ask if someone else has to take care of your kids, they have lots of activities, they are super ethical and educational and for real your kids will be very good behave and safe. Lizz and Miss Jackie make the school for my baby a whole awesome experience, they really connect with your kids, they create the perfect environment to make you feel completely ok while you are working, they have excellent communication parent/ teacher, they are also very sweet and very caring. The rest of the kids are extremely friendly and welcoming with other new kids. i cant tell how much my baby loves to be there to the point that when i pick him up he doesn't want to leave miss Lizz, literally cries.. like i said highly recommended.

From the owner: The families we serve love best that we very one on one, very small classes and lots of love and…read moreattention is given to our students.

This church is fantastic! So intimate and friendly. Visit sometime and see for yourself. Truly…read moreunique. There is quite a bit of natural light that comes into the church building and it just makes visitors feel surrounded by nature. I have always felt welcome here. And, their preschool, I hear is top-notch. I have friends whose children have gone there and loved the fact that kids were treated with respect and given proper attention, while challenging them to be their best. Their new school building looks great too. Oh, and if you have a 6-12 grader, they just installed a new youth group area. I personally, love being part of this church.

Very friendly, small church on beautiful Hill Country property a couple miles east of Dripping…read moreSprings. The sanctuary was built 15 years ago and is modern, open and welcoming. Two services at 8:30 and 10:30. The congregation is very active in Dripping Springs, supporting over 20 programs for the church and community. There is a church school up to Kindergarten age, with a recent addition to support growth. Try it. You'll like it.