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906 W Lynn St, Austin, TX
First United Methodist Preschool
- licensed capacity
- 85
- open each week
- 5 days
- monthly, posted tuition
- $885
- year first permitted
- 2001
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About
About First United Methodist Preschool
First United Methodist Preschool is a licensed child care center in Austin, Texas. The state has permitted it since August 2, 2001, for up to 85 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:15 AM to 2:45 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, drop-in care and summer camp. It lists monthly tuition from $885 to $1,010.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer campFaith-basedAccepts child care subsidyPosts 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
- 85 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 8:15 AM to 2:45 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:15 AM to 2:45 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:15 AM to 2:45 PM |
| Thursday | 8:15 AM to 2:45 PM |
| Friday | 8:15 AM to 2:45 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, drop-in care and summer camp |
| Approach | Faith-based (United Methodist) |
| Staff-to-child ratio | Infants 1:3 |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Discounts | $25 sibling discount |
| Parent updates | Parent app (Brightwheel) |
| Licensed capacity | 85 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
First United Methodist Preschool lists monthly tuition from $885 to $1,010. 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 |
|---|---|
| Infants (1:3), Monday–Friday | $1,010 |
| Preschoolers (1:5/6/8), Monday–Friday | $885 |
| Toddlers (1:4), Monday–Friday | $975 |
| Summer Registration Fee, per session/per child | $150 |
| Registration Fee | $400 |
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 First United Methodist Preschool
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 85 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2001
- License number
- #112708
Summary
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 28, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 11 visits · 3 rules in all · 3 corrected
- Records and paperwork 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Supervision and ratios 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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- Aug 28, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Aug 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 1, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Sep 25, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.801(18) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Product Certification
“The CPSC form on file was outdated, and there was no formal documentation of infant feeding instructions.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 16, 2024
746.611(a)(1) - Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program
“Of the eight children's files reviewed, one child did not have record of a health statement.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 4, 2024
- May 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 25, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 21, 2024Visit1 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
“Based on the information obtained, it was determined that the operation was not properly supervising a child in care.”
The state verified the correction on May 7, 2024
- Nov 6, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Show 6 earlier visits
- Nov 2, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 4, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 7, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 29, 2021VisitNo rules cited
Nov 16, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“One staff member was present, in a classroom, with an ineligible backgroundc check notification.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2021
Nov 4, 2021Inspection9 rules cited
746.1311(e) - Director Annual Training - Additional required topics
“The Director needs training in medication administration.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 16, 2021
746.2209 - Posting of Activity Plan
“Activity plans were not posted or were out of date in multiple classrooms.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 16, 2021
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“8 children's files were reviewed. One child needed an updated immunization record.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2021
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“Two staff members need up to date training records for CPR/First Aid.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2021
746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
“The playground maintenance checklist was not available at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2021
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“8 staff files were reviewed. 2 staff need trainig in food allergies. 6 staff need training in hazardous materials.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 16, 2021
746.605(16) - Required Admission Information-Completed Food Allergy Plan
“8 children's files were reviewed. Two allergy action plans need parent signatures.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2021
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“One staff member was present and in a classroom without a background check eligibilty notification.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 10, 2021
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
“An updated drill log was not available during the inspection to show that fire drills and shelter drill have been conducted for the month.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 16, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about First United Methodist Preschool
Is First United Methodist Preschool licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued August 2, 2001.
When was First United Methodist Preschool last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 28, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Has First United Methodist Preschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 2 of 11 visits in the last 3 years; 3 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 First United Methodist Preschool care for?
85, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does First United Methodist Preschool accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are First United Methodist Preschool's hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:15 AM to 2:45 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does First United Methodist Preschool cost?
Monthly tuition from $885 to $1,010, as it lists it.
What is First United Methodist Preschool's phone number?
(512) 478-5709.
Where is First United Methodist Preschool?
1201 Lavaca St, Austin, TX 78701. The nearest other daycare we list is St. Martin's Lutheran Day School, 0.3 miles away.