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.

As a prior owner of three preschools, I can tell you first hand you will find no other place like…read moreWonder Well Preschool! I have a wealth of experience owning and even more reviewing and consulting with preschools across Texas and California. So you can imagine how selective I was in finding a place for my 2 year old son. My son is a handful and it is hard to win him over. Not only did he but our family also fell in love with Wonder Well and all it had to offer. The owner and staff go above and beyond to provide not only a safe, but enjoyable family atmosphere. At Wonder Well your child is not just attending preschool, but is at a place that truly cares for your child as a part of the Wonder Well family. The detail that goes into the curriculum and activity planning is like no other. The teachers break everything down and truly get down on the child's level (literally hands and knees most of the time) to help them and grow them in various ways. The creativity and variety of age appropriate activities for learning had my son waking up ready to run off to preschool every morning! The owner is phenomenal and has set up a state of the art facility like no other preschool I have observed. She took the time to develop and create a preschool taking into account all of the small things that matter and make such a difference to the kids and parents. I guarantee you will be 100% satisfied, and this sure the best preschool for your child!

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 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!

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.

My youngest child is enrolled at EHAT for his third year. We've had a wonderful experience. There…read moreis so much variety and activities included in the program you don't find elsewhere for both physical and academic development. This is our third private school with our oldest in public school. There is a night and day difference with EHAT. The owner is actively involved, enthusiastic and proud of her school. My child is greeted every morning with open arms and I can tell he's happy and comfortable here. He's learning a tremendous amount and always wants to learn more. Any concerns I voice are always taken seriously. All of the staff have been kind and helpful, I wouldn't want my child to go anywhere else. We are blessed to have found this gem of a school.

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!

Such a loving, nostalgic, hidden gem! Great ratios, adorable weekly themes, extremely low turnover,…read moreand loving family environment. Miss Lori puts her heart and soul into this school and kids are well prepared for Kinder.

I've had my son at All Stars Academy for a whole school year now. I cannot say enough good things…read moreabout ASA and the owner and head teacher Lori. She has nearly 25 years experience teaching preschool children, and it is evident. I don't know how she has so much energy, but she is always smiling and excited to see the children. The director and other teachers are also wonderful. They love these kids and know how to show it. The school is run with an underlying Christian theme, such as "God made you, and he loves you very much." But attending students have various religious backgrounds. They love like Jesus, but leave the preaching to the parents. One thing I was looking for in a preschool was a good balance between academic learning and play. ASA hits the nail on the head. They present units of learning such as space, winter, farms, etc. on a level the children can understand. They study letter names and sounds, numbers, counting, adding by counting, colors, a little sign language, a little spanish, and do lots of accompanying crafts. The class is a mix of kids ages 3-5 (up to pre-k year). You might think the curriculum would either be too challenging for the littles or too easy for the bigger kids, but Lori and her staff do an amazing job of differentiating the curriculum. For those who Lori is preparing for kindergarten, she gives handwriting worksheets, but my son only did those if he wanted to because he still has another year before kindergarten. In February, Lori takes each pre-k kid aside to assess their reading levels and begins an individualized reading program. Each child is encouraged to take an on-level book home for practice. Lori is very encouraging, but not pushy because she recognizes that kids learn to read at all different paces. One of the most appealing things about ASA is their flexibility of hours. They have a regular program M-F 9am-1pm, but you may choose any combination of days. Extended hours are also available upon request. What other school does that? My son only goes 3 days a week, but if I need to add another day one week, I just pay a little extra for it then. Last couple of notes: The classroom is very bright and full of activities for free play. They go on parent-chaperoned field trips to places like the zoo, Crowe's Nest Farm, and a pumpkin patch. There are several parties and special events throughout the year, in addition to two formal performances.

We love Mama Melli's! Our son Luke has thrived being in their care. He actually calls it camp and…read moregets all of his toddler energy out while playing mostly outside. That's what made us fall in love with the location, the kids are able to get fresh air most of the day. The teachers are fantastic and have helped him so much with his speech. They have low turnover unlike many other daycares in the area so you get more of a relationship with the staff! There is drop in care offered as well and that has definitely saved us from time to time.

Mama mellis is a jewel among schools. If you are used to corporate daycares, this will be a very…read moredifferent experience. We love the focus on nature and play and our son was comfortable there from day 1. Melissa is a very active director/owner who is so welcoming and warm and made everything so easy.

Terrible. Trying to push their tiny daycare campus so hard that they send you the wrong…read moreinformation and then on the first week, suprise, they come up with some excuse of why you have to go there now.

Cannot recommend Oaksong enough. Their management and admin are ELITE; incredibly attentive…read more(shoutout to Hayley Smith!!!). They are on top of it here. We put out babygirl in their infant class starting at 4 mo old which is always hard. The classrooms are always clean, toys too, and the teachers are well-selected (high quality). They care for your kids as though they are their own (what more can a mom ask for). As parents who work in an incredibly demanding industry -- Oaksong gives us peace of mind to do our thing while helping to raise our little lovie ;) Thanks for all that you do, Oaksong.

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.