Our son has been at Barton Creek Childcare since he was 6 months old, for a year now. We have been…read moredelighted at how happy he is to be dropped off in their care. We receive frequent updates throughout the days of the curriculum and activities he does, and love the art we receive when he comes home. We have experienced nothing but flexibility and genuine care and love for our son from the staff. Ms Daniela is always so communicative about him and I am so appreciative of the attention with which he has been cared for there. And the seasonal parties for parents to see the kids play are always such a treat!

As a childcare director I'm looking at childcare centers from a different perspective than most. I…read morewas looking for a school with low turnover, loving and kind teachers and a safe space for my children to develop. I found this and more with Priscilla and Elizabeth. My children came from a negative experience at a nature center nearby and I was very concerned about my oldest daughters self esteem from this experience. The teachers here have been so kind and loving to my spicy little girl as well as bolstering my oldest daughters self esteem. They feel loved and safe with some great extra curriculars and appropriate developmental learning opportunities. I love them and will be sending my girl back for the summer after kinder. Thanks Ladies!

I wanted to provide an update to my review to provide some more information about BH…read more They have an app for communications sends you pictures, what they ate, how they were doing/feeling, education and curriculum, etc. They have sports, soccer, and ballet at the center if you choose to enroll. They give preschoolers these cute BH backpacks and it's adorable. The teacher turn over has been low and many teachers have been there far longer than either of my kids have. My middle daughter started there 7+ years ago. They actually have four different play areas and inside gym and movement room. They also do a cool water sprinkler fun time during hot months. They have a huge unicorn sprinkler that the kids love. It's really sweet.

My daughter loves her teachers Ella and Dixie. Everyone of the staff is amazing and the facility…read morealways looks fresh.

We had a great 4 years with INIC at their Austin Campus. I always had great communication from the…read moreteachers along the ups and downs that come with raising a baby into a little child, and felt that each teacher went out of their way to have a bond with our kiddo. There was lots of hugs and affection, and we never had any concerns around his safety or academic growth. He loved going to school and would run away from me at pickup time because he wanted to keep playing.

My family was part of the INIC community for nearly four years. I sent both of my daughters there…read moreas infants and previously left a 5-star review. I would have enthusiastically recommended this school. Today, I cannot. The issue is not the teachers. The teachers have been exceptional and are the reason so many families choose this school. Despite years of tuition increases and persistent concerns from teachers and families, the school has not made the investments necessary to retain them. In early March alone, at least 7 teachers left or announced their departures--nearly 20% of the teaching staff by parents' count. Both of my daughters experienced unexpected teacher departures in their classrooms during that same period. For young children, teachers are not interchangeable. They are trusted caregivers and a critical source of stability. When teachers leave, children lose important relationships and families are left helping them navigate yet another transition. During enrollment, families are told classrooms are staffed with a lead teacher, an assistant teacher, and additional flex staff available for coverage. In reality, my oldest daughter's classroom frequently operated at the legal minimum ratio of one teacher for fifteen four-year-olds. Multiple current and former teachers described being unable to reliably use sick days, vacation days, or even take basic bathroom breaks because there was often insufficient coverage available. When a school is staffed so leanly that teachers struggle to meet basic human needs during the day, it raises serious questions about how well both teachers and students are being supported. Teachers reported compensation in the $14-$17/hour range despite bilingual education being one of the school's primary differentiators. Comparable non-bilingual childcare positions in Austin often advertise higher wages. The result is predictable: teachers leave. Children lose stability. Families absorb the consequences. Demand for bilingual childcare in Austin far exceeds supply, and many families have few realistic alternatives once enrolled. Given that reality--and given that tuition has continued to increase year after year--I expected a greater commitment to investing in the teachers and staffing stability that families are ultimately paying for. Parents who attempted to ask questions and advocate for improvements--including efforts to reestablish the PTA--often received little to no response. While our family's relationship with the school ultimately ended following disagreements with leadership about these issues, the concerns described here are based on nearly four years of experience and conversations with numerous current and former teachers and families. The teachers are the school's greatest strength. The challenge is whether the school will make the investments necessary to retain them long enough to provide the stability and continuity that young children deserve.

I've had my now 1 year old here for two months…read more The building is not the prettiest but don't let that deter you. The owner is so sweet, and the infant room teachers are so awesome. Very calm and sweet Spanish speaking teachers... manage all these fast crawling babies with ease. I enjoy taking to them at drop off and at pick up. Wish we could stay longer but I'm being transferred for work. Also, very fair pricing compared to others in the same area.

My husband and I decided to interview Happy Hearts back in February based on the 5 star review we…read morefound here on Yelp. We thought the same things about the facility as the reviewer did and decided to enroll our baby. We kept in contact with the director - letting her know when our son was born and when we would be bringing him in to start his care there. When it was finally time for me to go back to work, we took our 9 week old baby in to Happy Hearts only to find that the director that we interviewed in February - the one with the degree in early childhood development - had SOLD the place a week previous and had failed to mention it. We were stunned, but thought we should give the new director a try while we look for alternate arrangements. After one week at Happy Hearts, my baby caught a virus that turned into viral meningitis. He had to be hospitalized for two days and I had to keep him at home for a week after that. When we called the center to let them know what had happened, the director said "well, kids get sick" and still wanted her money for the week he missed due to the crud he caught at her facility. After my baby recovered from the illness, we brought him back in. I started to notice that wherever the caretakers parked him in the morning was the same exact place he would be when I would come to get him in the afternoon. If they put him in a swing, he would be in that same swing hours later. His mood seemed different too - he's usually a vibrant, alert, happy baby and when he would get home from school, he would be lethargic and cranky. But the final nail was when they failed to change his diaper for an entire day. How do I know? It's simple. I brought him to school in a Pampers diaper, but only had Costco diapers in his bag for the day. When I picked him up SIX HOURS LATER, he was still wearing the Pampers diaper and it was super heavy and full of pee and poop. His poor bottom was red and irritated from being forced to sit in his own waste and he was in a horrible cranky mood. The worst part? They LIED about it on the infant log - said they changed his diaper three times that day. Even worse than that - the usual caretakers weren't there that day - instead, the director herself and an assistant were in charge of the babies - so, my son was neglected on the director's watch. So amazingly unacceptable. Thankfully, we've found him a better place to go, so, he will no longer have to suffer at Happy Hearts.

My second child will be graduating from SMS next week and I can't believe our time here is coming…read moreto an end! The SMS staff and families have been such a huge and wonderful part of our lives for 8 years. It was hard dropping my older son off for the first time (at 3 months), but when it came time to drop my younger son off for the first time (also at 3 months), I knew he was going to be in such great hands, it really was like leaving him with family! I also believe that my older son's smooth transition into kinder was thanks to the 'academic' and social learning he experienced at SMS.

Choking back tears we said goodbye -not to our kids- they're in the backseat arguing about…read morecrackers. We were going to miss the warmest daycare with heart that exists. They got us through Covid with an infant, prepared her to thrive in kindergarten. They seamlessly worked with us to help our son with special needs. Their staff was a natural extension of our kids community. The infant room teacher attended her PreK graduation. This daycare is one of the few that is actually worth the cost.

This place is the best. They have great teachers and friendly staff…read more The schoolage program with Ms Kimberly is wonderful. She keeps the kids engaged during the year with projects, including a food drive. During breaks they have guests visit to interact with the students, including a magician, beekeeper, musician and tv weather personality. They were even on the news. There is ALWAYS something fun going on.

This was our son's first day care and we spent a good two years here so I feel compelled to write a…read morereview for other parents considering sending their kids here. The infant classroom teachers Muss Marissa and Miss Diana sara really the best. They are so kind and you couldn't ask for better care for your little ones. Discovery Preschool teacher Ms. Ariel is wonderful. She's very patient and helped so much with potty training our kid. The previous Center Director Erica and Assistant Director Spencer were great and we choose this center based on first impressions from talking to them. However, a lot changed in the last couple of years with constant staff and management turnover that led to a severe lack of oversight at the facility. We made the difficult decision to leave due to this, but will always cherish the memories we made here and our son's first friends :)

Habibi's is a childcare paradise. I love the philosophy they have around child exploration, play,…read moreand freedom at a young age. There isn't much "structure" and we see that as a good thing. Our child has had the opportunity to have all doors wide open to figure out his interests and social structure on his own, with only gentle guidance along the way. The teachers are all amazing, caring, and intuitive. Our little one has thrived here and looks forward to going to school. During the COVID-19 outbreak and subsequent reopening, they were proactive and quick to implement recommended guidelines and then some to keep teachers, parents, and most importantly the kids safe. I can't recommend Habibi's enough.

It is Shangri-La for kids! Peaceful, nurturing and happy atmosphere! My grandkids love it. The…read moreteachers genuinely love the kids and encourage them constantly.

Thanks to The Learning Experience Staff in Buda for providing excellent care…read more They were extremely warm, responsive, and welcoming us with an empathy They have a curriculum that is followed and emailed. You can check on your kid via phone application which comes super handy, and it is always great to see them smiling. Healthy breakfasts and healthy lunches are provided each day, along with snacks in between. They have a nice playground that the kids love playing on when it is nice outside. Along with the day-to-day activities, they are always doing special things like his first day was a reptile show :) Wednesdays are splash days. Pick-up/Drop-Off is extremely easy I never waited more than a minute. This is especially amazing when you compare it with public schools Pick-up/Drop-Off process We were sad to leave The Learning Experience Buda, but it will be always a great memory. As every parent will want the best for their kid, don't think twice. This is your spot. Tina, Leo, Ms Deleasha , Ms Paris, Ms Hilda, Ms Maddie , Ms Renee , and the names I could not remember;I sincerely thank you all.

As my daughter's momma and Grandmother to TLE's recent graduate, Waverly my heart continues to be…read morewarmed by the love and care you've always shown us. The Learning Experience Buda stood by our family through the most devastating chapter of our lives--My daughter's heartbreaking brain cancer journey, which ended a year ago. My daughter's greatest concern was always her little Waverly. She was the BEST MOMMA! TLE wrapped Waverly in love, stability, and unwavering support, helping her feel safe, cherished, and encouraged every step of the way. I have never encountered a school community that radiates such deep compassion, professionalism, and wholehearted dedication to every single child. Waverly has truly flourished because of your nurturing care. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for being there for our family. We will miss you as Waverly continues her journey in Kindergarten--confident, joyful, and well prepared for whatever comes next. With extreme Gratitude and Love to a special school TLE Buda.