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Austin Butterfly Academy
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
- monthly, posted tuition
- $1,650
- year first permitted
- 2023
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About
About Austin Butterfly Academy
Austin Butterfly Academy is a licensed group home daycare in Austin, Texas. The state has permitted it since August 30, 2023, for up to 12 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM. It describes a Montessori, Play-based and Reggio Emilia approach. It lists monthly tuition from $1,650 to $1,950. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited no rules in those visits. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
MontessoriSchool-agePosts tuition
Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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Ask when you call: current openings and the address and how to visit.
- Type
- Group home daycare
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Friday | 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 18 months to 6 years old |
|---|---|
| Setting | Group child care homeFrom the state license |
| Approach | Montessori, Play-based, Reggio Emilia |
| Staff-to-child ratio | 4:1 child to caregiver ratio |
| Class size | 12 children per program |
| Staff | Trained in Early Childhood Education, conscious communication, and Reggio Emilia philosophy |
| Daily life | Parents pack food; Snacks provided. Potty training: Gently begins potty training process together once child joins |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Discounts | 5% off siblings |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Austin Butterfly Academy lists monthly tuition from $1,650 to $1,950. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a home daycare in Travis County has a median price of $196 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
| Monthly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Monday - Friday, Full day 8:30 am - 5:00 pm | $1,950 |
| Monday, Wednesday and Friday | $1,800 |
| Tuesday and Thursday | $1,650 |
3 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
Infant
Center$229
Home daycare$206
Toddler
Center$214
Home daycare$196
Preschool
Center$209
Home daycare$194
School age
Center$197
Home daycare$184
State record
Inspection reports for Austin Butterfly Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 12 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2023
- License number
- #1760970
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 18, 2026: no rules cited
No rules cited on any of 5 visits
For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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- Jun 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 27, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
747.901 - Personnel Records
“Out of three files reviewed, three were missing proof of background checks, two were missing education requirements and a photo ID.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 23, 2023
747.5107(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
“There was no record of the monthly fire extinguisher tests. This was corrected at the inspection when the fire extingushers were tested.”
Corrected during the visit
- Jun 15, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 12, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
747.5105 - Mounting of Fire Extinguishers
“A fire extinguisher is not mounted.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2023
May 12, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
747.5005(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“There is no documentation of monthly emergnecy drills available for review. This was corrected at the inspection when a fire drill was conducted and documented.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 14, 2023
747.5105 - Mounting of Fire Extinguishers
“The fire extinguisher is not mounted.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 14, 2023
747.5115 - Smoke Detectors Testing
“There is no doucmentation of monthly smoke detector tests. This was corrected at the inspection when the smoke detector was tested.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 14, 2023
747.4403(2) - Prohibited Equipment - Allows Children To Fall Inside Structure
“A trampoline on the playground is not installed on a resilient surface. This was corrected at the inspection when the trampoline was removed from an area that children can access.”
Corrected during the visit
- Apr 25, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Show 2 earlier visits
Feb 15, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“Two caregivers were present who did not have eligible background checks. They left during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 24, 2023
Jan 26, 2023Inspection9 rules cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“A caregiver was present who did not have an eligible background check. She left during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 15, 2023
747.901 - Personnel Records
“The provider and her employee didn't have notarized affidavits for employment. The employee was missing a signed orientation form.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2023
747.501(8) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
“The provider was missing some of the required information in her parent handbook.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 9, 2023
747.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“One child was missing immunization records.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 10, 2023
747.801(7) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Drills Documentation
“The operation didn't have recent documentation of completing emergency drills and safety checks.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 5, 2023
747.5105 - Mounting of Fire Extinguishers
“The fire extinguisher is mounted too high. The top of the extinguisher is over five feet above the floor.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2023
747.401(a)(3) - Posting Requirements-Keeping Children Safe Poster
“The provider didn't have all the required postings.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2023
747.3935(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“The provider did not do the certification in writing that she has reviewed each of the recall notices issued by the Consumer Product Safety Commission and that there are no unsafe products in the home.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 5, 2023
747.2102(a) - Written Activity Plan - Develop and Follow
“The provider didn't have a written activity plan.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 13, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Austin Butterfly Academy
Is Austin Butterfly Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued August 30, 2023.
When was Austin Butterfly Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on June 18, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Austin Butterfly Academy had rules cited by the state?
No. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists no cited rules in its 5 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Austin Butterfly Academy care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Austin Butterfly Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Austin Butterfly Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Austin Butterfly Academy cost?
Monthly tuition from $1,650 to $1,950, as it lists it.
What is Austin Butterfly Academy's phone number?
(512) 420-7113.
Where is Austin Butterfly Academy?
Austin, TX 78704. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.