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Emerson Academy

1 Valley View Dr, Round Rock, TX 786644.1· 50 reviews
licensed capacity
133
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$202
year first permitted
2008

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About Emerson Academy

Emerson Academy is a licensed child care center in Round Rock, Texas. The state has permitted it since March 31, 2008, for up to 133 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with infant care, part-time care, pre-k and preschool.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 17 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageSummer campAccepts child care subsidy

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
133 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “7AM - 6PM”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
ProgramsInfant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool, special-needs / inclusion care, summer camp and toddler care
ApproachPlay-based
CurriculumThe Creative Curriculum®
EnrichmentMusic, sign language, gardening, animal care
SafetyOutdoor playground
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Discounts10% sibling discount
Licensed capacity133 childrenFrom the state license
A daycare without an item may still offer it; ask.

Cost

Tuition and costs

Emerson Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Williamson County has a median price of $202 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.
Williamson County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$202
Home daycare$181

Toddler

Center$189
Home daycare$172

Preschool

Center$183
Home daycare$170

School age

Center$173
Home daycare$160

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Emerson Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
133 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
2008
License number
#881992
See the state's record

Summary

17 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 2, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 4 of 17 visits · 4 rules in all · 4 corrected

  • Supervision and ratios 2
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Discipline and child guidance 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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  1. Sep 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Jul 16, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jul 13, 2026Visit1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      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 a room while in care.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 2, 2026

  4. Apr 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Mar 19, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Mar 3, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Mar 2, 2026Visit1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      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 opened a playground gate and entered the parking lot.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 19, 2026

  8. Aug 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Aug 15, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Food and nutritionMedium High risk

      746.3317(6) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Use Sanitary Holders

      “During an investigation it was found that the operation did not use sanitary holders between food and the floor.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2025

  10. Jun 27, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Show 27 earlier visits
  1. Jun 27, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  2. May 13, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Dec 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Oct 25, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Oct 24, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual

      “Prohibited punishment was used by a caregiver while trying to calm a child.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 2, 2024

  6. Aug 20, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Jun 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Oct 16, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Oct 2, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Sep 19, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited

      “During a DFPS investigation, there was sufficient evidence to support that physical abuse occurred.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 16, 2023

    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual

      “During a DFPS investigation it was found that a caregiver pulled a child by the arm and held them above the ground while carrying the child by the arm and held the child down against their nap mat.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 16, 2023

  11. Sep 19, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited

      “During a DFPS investigation, there was sufficient evidence to support that physical abuse occurred.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 16, 2023

    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual

      “During a DFPS investigation it was found that a caregiver pulled a child by the arm and held them above the ground while carrying the child by the arm and held the child down against their nap mat.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 16, 2023

  12. Sep 15, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  13. Jul 27, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  14. Jul 6, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
    • Background checksMedium risk

      745.651(2)(A) - Background Check Validation ? Every 3 months each operation, other than a licensed, registered, or listed home, must validate current list

      “A caregiver was missing a valid background check due to the operation not properly verifying the people list. The caregiver was sent home to wait for clearance.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 27, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less

      “The outdoor play area does not have 6 inches of loose-fill around the equipment.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 27, 2023

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR

      “One out of ten caregivers did not have current CPR/First Aid on file.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 27, 2023

  15. Apr 18, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  16. Apr 7, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  17. Feb 24, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  18. Feb 22, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  19. Nov 10, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  20. Oct 27, 2022VisitNo rules cited
  21. Sep 23, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  22. Sep 22, 2022VisitNo rules cited
  23. Aug 16, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  24. Dec 30, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
  25. Nov 18, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
  26. Oct 18, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
  27. Oct 4, 2021VisitNo rules cited

Copied from Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation on October 1, 2026; the state's records start around Sep 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Questions about Emerson Academy

Is Emerson Academy licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued March 31, 2008.

When was Emerson Academy last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 2, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 17 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Emerson Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 4 of 17 visits in the last 3 years; 4 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 Emerson Academy care for?

133, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Emerson Academy accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Emerson Academy's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Emerson Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (512) 252-0400 to ask.

What is Emerson Academy's phone number?

(512) 252-0400.

Where is Emerson Academy?

1 Valley View Dr, Round Rock, TX 78664. The nearest other daycare we list is The Goddard School, 0.2 miles away.

Sources: Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).