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Escuelita Del Alma
- licensed capacity
- 224
- open each week
- 5 days
- monthly, posted tuition
- $430
- year first permitted
- 2008
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About Escuelita Del Alma
Escuelita Del Alma is a licensed child care center in Austin, Texas. The state has permitted it since December 5, 2008, for up to 224 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:45 PM. It describes a Bilingual / immersion approach, with after-school care, full-time care, infant care and part-time care. It says it provides meals. It lists monthly tuition from $430 to $1,500.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyBilingual programPosts tuition
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 224 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 5:45 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Infancy through elementary age |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, full-time care, infant care, part-time care and summer camp |
| Approach | Bilingual / immersion (Spanish, English) |
| Staff | Qualified bilingual educators |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Transportation | Transportation (Transportation provided from neighborhood elementary schools) |
| Parent updates | Parent app (Brightwheel) |
| Languages | Spanish |
| Licensed capacity | 224 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Escuelita Del Alma lists monthly tuition from $430 to $1,500. 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).
| Monthly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| After School Care, Kindergarten-5th Grade, 2:45pm-5:45pm | $460 |
| December Special Rate, After School Care | $430 |
| Full Time, 1 Year | $1,335 |
| Full Time, 2 Years | $1,280 |
| Full Time, 3 Years | $1,205 |
| Full Time, 4 Years | $1,150 |
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| Full Time, 5 Years | $1,115 |
| Full Time, Under 1 Year, 7am-5:45pm Monday-Friday | $1,500 |
| Weekly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| After School Care Part Time, 2 days/week | $336 |
| After School Care Part Time, 3 days/week | $420 |
| Spring Break Week, Full Day Attendance, K-5th Grade | $425 |
| Daily · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Extra Day rate, Part Time Full Days | $105 |
| Registration Fee for new students, non-refundable | $50 |
12 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 Escuelita Del Alma
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 224 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2008
- License number
- #932966
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 12, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 6 visits · 4 rules in all · 4 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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- Jan 12, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 5, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“At the time of the inspection, 6 staff members were missing food allergy training for the current year.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 12, 2026
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
“At the time of the inspection, a caregiver reported to be transporting children did not have the required transportation training.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 12, 2026
- Mar 13, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 20, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 13, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.4901(a) - Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
“Loose fill material was not at an acceptable depth on one of the playgrounds.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 20, 2024
746.1303(9) - Orientation-Handling, storage and disposing of hazardous materials
“Training on storage and disposal of hazardous materials and emergency preparation was available for review on each employee.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 20, 2024
Apr 12, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“Two of ten child files reviewed did not have an immunization record or a health statement from a medical professional.”
The state verified the correction on May 10, 2023
Apr 20, 2022Inspection9 rules cited
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
“Drill log documentation was not available for shelter in place/ lock downs.”
The state verified the correction on May 2, 2022
746.5619 - Plan to Handle Transportation Emergencies
“The operation did not have a transportation emergency plan.”
The state verified the correction on May 2, 2022
746.605(16) - Required Admission Information-Completed Food Allergy Plan
“One child was missing a food allergy plan.”
The state verified the correction on May 6, 2022
746.3403 - Documentation of Annual Sanitation Inspection
“Documenation was not available for the sanitation inspection during the annual inspection.”
The state verified the correction on May 3, 2022
746.5537(a)(2) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly
“Documentation for carbon monoxide tests was not available during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on May 2, 2022
746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
“10 staff files were reviewed. One staff member was missing SIDS training.”
The state verified the correction on May 2, 2022
746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher
“Two transportation vehicles did not have fire extinguishers.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 21, 2022
746.5103 - Documentation of Fire Inspection
“Documentation of the annual fire inspection was not available during the annual inspection.”
The state verified the correction on May 24, 2022
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“10 staff files were reviewed. Two staff members needed hazardous materials training and food allergy training.”
The state verified the correction on May 2, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Escuelita Del Alma
Is Escuelita Del Alma licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued December 5, 2008.
When was Escuelita Del Alma last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on January 12, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Escuelita Del Alma had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 2 of 6 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 Escuelita Del Alma care for?
224, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Escuelita Del Alma accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Escuelita Del Alma's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:45 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Escuelita Del Alma cost?
Monthly tuition from $430 to $1,500, as it lists it.
What is Escuelita Del Alma's phone number?
(512) 474-4702.
Where is Escuelita Del Alma?
3613 Bluestein Dr, Austin, TX 78721. The nearest other daycare we list is AISD Norman-Sims Apple Blossom, 0.3 miles away.