AISD Hill Third Base
8601 Tallwood Dr, Austin, TX
Hillcrest Childrens Academy
- licensed capacity
- 250
- open each week
- 5 days
- weekly, posted tuition
- $99
- year first permitted
- 2025
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About
About Hillcrest Childrens Academy
Hillcrest Childrens Academy is a licensed child care center in Austin, Texas. The state has permitted it since November 14, 2025, for up to 250 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, infant care and pre-k. It lists weekly tuition from $99 to $345.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campFaith-basedOpens before 7 AMPosts tuition
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
6 wk
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Ask when you call: current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 250 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Babies – 5 Years Old |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Discounts | $10.00 discount on weekly rate for Military, Public-School Teachers, and First Responders |
| Licensed capacity | 250 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Hillcrest Childrens Academy lists weekly tuition from $99 to $345. 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).
| Weekly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Infants 6 WEEKS-12 MO | $345 |
| Preschool 3 YR – 5 YR | $315 |
| School Age * Prek- 5 TH GRADE | $99 |
| Toddlers 13 MO -24 MO | $340 |
| Two's 24 MO – 36 MO | $330 |
| Second child registration fee | $75 |
| School Age registration fee | $100 |
| Infants, Toddlers & Two's registration fee | $150 |
5 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 Hillcrest Childrens Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Initial
- Capacity
- 250 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2025
- License number
- #1825596
Summary
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 18, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 11 visits · 11 rules in all · 11 corrected
- Records and paperwork 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Safety and hazards 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 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 17, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Aug 5, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
746.801(8) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Playground Maintenance Records
“A playground maintenance checklist was not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 11, 2026
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“Two allergy action plans were not signed by both the parent and health care provider.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 18, 2026
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
“Documentation of Fire Drills were not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 11, 2026
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“One classroom has an area of peeling paint on the wall about the size of a dinner plate and the flooring is chipped. The outdoor area has gravel loose fill on the sidewalks and play structure that could pose a fall risk.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 18, 2026
- Jun 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 18, 2026VisitNo rules cited
May 7, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.1105(3) - Minimum Qualifications Employees and Caregivers - Affidavit (Form 2985)
“Affidavit 2985 was missing from the personnel ffiles.”
The state verified the correction on May 15, 2026
- Mar 16, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 5, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 4, 2026Visit1 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 unattended outside for about two minutes.”
Corrected during the visit
- Jan 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Show 1 earlier visit
Oct 28, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
“The first aid kit did not include the guide to first aid.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2025
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“Personnel files did not include all of the required information, such as, high school diploma, training records and affidavits 2985 and 2912”
The state verified the correction on Nov 4, 2025
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“The product safety certification was not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 4, 2025
746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
“Admission paperwork did not include all required information, including the emergency contact's address, ER care authorization, health statements, and immunizations.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2025
746.501(a)(1) - Written Operational Policies - Operating Times
“Operational policies did not include all required information, such as promoting indoor/outdoor physical activity, the Abuse Neglect hotline, and the Gang-free zone notification.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2025
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FAQ
Questions about Hillcrest Childrens Academy
Is Hillcrest Childrens Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued November 14, 2025.
When was Hillcrest Childrens Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 18, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Hillcrest Childrens Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 4 of 11 visits in the last 3 years; 11 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 Hillcrest Childrens Academy care for?
250, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Hillcrest Childrens Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Hillcrest Childrens Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Hillcrest Childrens Academy cost?
Weekly tuition from $99 to $345, as it lists it.
What is Hillcrest Childrens Academy's phone number?
(512) 598-9421.
Where is Hillcrest Childrens Academy?
3838 Steck Ave, Austin, TX 78759. The nearest other daycare we list is AISD Hill Third Base, 0.3 miles away.