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7005 Northledge Dr, Austin, TX
Childrens Center of Austin
- licensed capacity
- 275
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $229
- year first permitted
- 1999
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About
About Childrens Center of Austin
Childrens Center of Austin is a licensed child care center in Austin, Texas. The state has permitted it since June 17, 1999, for up to 275 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, infant care, pre-k and preschool. It says it provides meals.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 27 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedSecure entryOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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Ask when you call: rates, current openings and staff-to-child ratio.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 275 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Infants through pre-kindergarten; after-school kindergarten through fifth grade |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Curriculum | Handwriting Without Tears Curriculum |
| Enrichment | ILab, STEM, library, gym, swimming pool, art studio |
| Staff | Trained and experienced teachers |
| Daily life | Meals provided. Extended care: Care during school holidays, early release days, school breaks |
| Safety | Controlled access, Outdoor playground |
| Transportation | Transportation (transportation from select schools) |
| Parent updates | Parent app (Preschool2me) |
| Licensed capacity | 275 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Childrens Center of Austin has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Travis County has a median price of $229 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
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 Childrens Center of Austin
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 275 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1999
- License number
- #540974
Summary
27 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 11, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 27 visits · 12 rules in all · 12 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 5
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Records and paperwork 1
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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See all 42 visits
- Aug 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 7, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 26, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 6, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 26, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 24, 2025Visit2 rules cited
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity
“Based on the evidence obtained it was found a child was left unsupervised.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 6, 2025
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“The operation did not report a child being left behind in the classroom within two days. The director was unaware of the incident and reported as soon as she was made aware.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 6, 2025
- Sep 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 22, 2025Visit1 rule cited
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity
“A child was left unsupervised in the classroom when the teacher and other children transitioned to the playground.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 5, 2025
Show 32 earlier visits
- Apr 2, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 13, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.3805(b)(1) - Administering Medication - Original Container with Child's Name, Date
“An epi-pen was not in the original container and did not contain the child's name.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2025
746.605(16) - Required Admission Information - Water Activity Permission
“The enrollment forms do not have the updated water activity permissions.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 24, 2025
- Dec 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 3, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Aug 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 6, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.2101(a) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - Splashing/Wading Activities
“Ratio exceeded the requiremtn for splash play”
The state verified the correction on Aug 13, 2024
746.5207(b) - Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Posted in Each Room
“a evacuation poster was not posted in one classroom”
Corrected during the visit
- Jul 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 24, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 20, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.3503(c)(2) - Diaper Changing Equipment - If Above Floor Level Must Keep Hand on Child
“Based on the evidence gathered during the investigation, a child was left at the diaper changing table.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 8, 2024
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
“Based on the evidence gathered during an investigation, a caregiver restrained a child to a chair.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 8, 2024
- May 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 2, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Apr 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 28, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity
“During the investigation it was found that a child was left alone on the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2024
Mar 28, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity
“During the investigation it was found that a child was left alone on the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2024
- Jan 31, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 5, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 10, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
“During the course of a DFPS investigation it was found that a child was neglected.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 5, 2023
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity
“During the course of a DFPS investigation it was found that a child was able to leave the operation unsupervised and was found outside the building on the walkway by a third party employee.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 5, 2023
- Jul 19, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 18, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.4601(8) - No Asphalt or Concrete Under Climbing Equipment Unless Unitary Surfacing Covers Use Zone
“During the investigation inspection it was found that the inflatable was installed over concrete. This was corrected when the inflatable was removed from the premises.”
Corrected during the visit
- Jun 28, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
May 9, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.1301(a)(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR
“Two caregivers did not have in person CPR training.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2023
746.5625(c) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - used at all times when transporting a child in care
“One of two buses used to transport children did not have a properly working alarm.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 28, 2023
- Feb 24, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 26, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 12, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
“A caregiver was changing a child in the bathroom located in the classroom and could not see the other children in the room until they walk completely out the bathroom.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 26, 2023
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
“Based on the information gathered during investigation, it was determined that a caregiver left a child alone in the gym.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 24, 2023
Jan 12, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
“A caregiver was changing a child in the bathroom located in the classroom and could not see the other children in the room until they walk completely out the bathroom.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 26, 2023
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
“Based on the information gathered during investigation, it was determined that a caregiver left a child alone in the gym.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 24, 2023
- Jul 28, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 29, 2022VisitNo rules cited
Jun 7, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
“A caregiver in toddler room did not wash child's hands after changing their diaper.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 8, 2022
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
“2 out of the 10 caregiver files reviwed did not have up to date CPR and first aid certifications. 1 had an online only certification.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 22, 2022
746.3505(e) - Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area
“A caregiver did not clean diaper changing area after changing child's diaper.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 8, 2022
- Mar 8, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 22, 2022VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 7, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 6, 2022Visit2 rules cited
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“Information obtained throughout the investigation shows that a caregiver failed to demonstrate good judgement when they blew smoke in a child's face.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 18, 2022
746.3703(d) - No Smoking or Use of Tobacco Including E-Cigarettes or Vaporizers
“Information obtained throughout the investigation shows that a caregiver used a vaporizer in the presence of children.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 18, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Childrens Center of Austin
Is Childrens Center of Austin licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued June 17, 1999.
When was Childrens Center of Austin last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 11, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 27 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Childrens Center of Austin had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 8 of 27 visits in the last 3 years; 12 show a correction in the state record. 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 Childrens Center of Austin care for?
275, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Childrens Center of Austin accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Childrens Center of Austin's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Childrens Center of Austin cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (512) 795-8300 to ask.
What is Childrens Center of Austin's phone number?
(512) 795-8300.
Where is Childrens Center of Austin?
6507 Jester Blvd Bldg II, Austin, TX 78750. The nearest other daycare we list is Riverbend Christian School, 2 miles away.