The Learning Experience
15054 W Highway 71, Austin, TX
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Learn and Laugh Preschool is a licensed child care center in Austin, Texas. The state has permitted it since January 8, 2019, for up to 43 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: full-time care, infant care, part-time care and pre-k. It says it provides meals.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 15 visits in the last 3 years and cited 32 rules across 10 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | Full-time care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Class size | Infants (6wks-12mos) max class size 4 |
| Daily life | Meals provided. Potty training: Potty training for children under 3 |
| Safety | Cameras / live video for parents (online cameras in classrooms and playgrounds; Parent Security Access Code), Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 43 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Learn and Laugh Preschool 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).
State record
15 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 10, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 10 of 15 visits · 32 rules in all · 32 corrected
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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746.3407(11) - Sanitize Tables Tops, Furniture and Similar Equipment
“The operation did not have the proper sanitation process for dishes. Multiple toys in the classroom and on the large playground were observed to have layers of debris during the follow-up inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 10, 2026
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
“The playground mulch was observed to be less than an inch deep during the follow-up inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 10, 2026
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“The director could not provide a sanitation inspection for a second time.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 29, 2026
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“The bathroom floor and baseboards had visible dirt marks. A bathroom ceiling tile appeared to have been molded with water stains.The kitchen floor appeared to have dirt marks on the ground and on the baseboards.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 10, 2026
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
“The playground mulch was observed to be less than an inch deep.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2026
746.4751(a) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily
“Trash was observed on the playground while children were present.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2026
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“There was bug spray observed accesible to children.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“The playground fence was observed to have two entrapment and splinter hazards.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2026
746.3407(11) - Sanitize Tables Tops, Furniture and Similar Equipment
“The operation did not have the proper sanitation process for dishes. Multiple toys in the classroom and on the large playground were observed to have layers of debris.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2026
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“The toddler room classroom was observed to have chipping paint on the wall and the gate. The bathroom floor had visible dirt marks. A bathroom ceiling tile appeared to have been molded with water stains.There were three trash cans accessible to children.The kitchen floor appeared to have dirt marks on the ground and on the baseboards.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2026
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“The director could not provide a sanitation inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2026
746.1611(b) - Exceeding Maximum Group Size -Ratio Meet
“All classes of children at the operation were observed to be combined on the playground with one caregiver for 3-4minutes.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1613(a)(5) - Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Additional Employees Required
“An additional person was not in the building during nap time.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2026
745.651(1) - Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving
“One employee was observed to have an active background check after seperating from the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2026
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“Walls near sink was observed to have paint peeling and dirt/soap scum stains in the older infant room. Bathroom was observed to have soiled diapers child's water bottle, and toilet paper on the floor.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2026
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
“This standard was re-cited. The loose fill was not at the proper depth around the climbing equipment as required. The equipment is not in use at this time.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2025
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“The annual Health inspection has not been completed since April.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2025
746.1701 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children
“During inspection the caregiver had 10 children 9 that were 18m to 3 yr old with one infant, making the caregiver out of ratio with 12 or fewer children.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2025
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“Sanitizing equipment was within the child's reach in the infant room.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2025
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
“The loose fill on the playground was observed to be less than 1 inch in front of the large slide.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2025
746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
“The first aid kit was missing tweezers and thermometer.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2025
746.3701(9) - Safety - Bodies of Water Inaccessible to Children
“During inspection of the playground there were 2 buckets of water observed on the playground that had material settled in the buckets and standing water, more than 8 inches, in the buckets accessible to children.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“There is a piece of soft play equipment that is in the infant room that has become worn and torn and can no longer be sanitized properly.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2025
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“Children recrods were reviewed and 4 records were missing the Parents rights, 2 records were mimssing the immunizations, 1 record was missing the health statement.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2025
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“A crib that an infant was sleeping in had a bottle and a blanket it in with the infant. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver removed the items from the infants crib.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 18, 2024
746.3701(5) - Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe
“There were empty food cans (like what green beans come in) that were accessible to children. These cans could cut the children hands if they picked them up. This was corrected as inspection when the cans were removed.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 18, 2024
746.203(2) - Liability Insurance Requirements - Provide Proof of Coverage Annually by Anniversary Date of Issuance
“During the follow-up the liability insurance policy unavailable for review. The most recent policy expired on 1/31/2024. 9/27/2024-There still was no active liability policy available for review. Director stated she sent the notice to inform the parents of no liabilty insurance on the operation back in March 2024.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 31, 2024
746.203(2) - Liability Insurance Requirements - Provide Proof of Coverage Annually by Anniversary Date of Issuance
“There were no active liability insurance policy available for review. The most recent policy expired on 1/31/2024.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 27, 2024
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“There were no fire drills log avaiable for review.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 27, 2024
746.4751(a) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily
“There were many tripping hazards present in both play areas.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 27, 2024
746.3407(10) - Center Heated, Lighted and Ventilated Properly
“The illumination within the initial classroom appears to be malfunctioning and requires immediate attention.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 27, 2024
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“Neither the director nor the caregiver had CPR and First Aid certification for review.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 27, 2024
746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
“There were many tripping hazards present in both play areas. This was corrected when the director moved the toys and organized to eliminate tripping hazards.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
“Trainings were not available during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 12, 2023
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“There were several walls and equipment that needed cleaning or replacing. There were dead crickets throughout the building.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 12, 2023
746.613(a) - Required Immunizations
“1 out of 4 children were missing some shots.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 4, 2022
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
“1 out of 4 staff was missing a notarized affidavit.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 28, 2022
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“During the walktrhough, there were piles of items and clutter causing a tripping hazard and possible health and safety hazareds. The following items were observed and accessible to children: Pile of clothing and blankets. Stacked area of open plastic bins containing clothing and supplies. Some supplies are spilling out of the containers onto the floor covering the walking area. Shelves with a bottle of sode and can or pringles. Chairs, foam tiles and other items on the floor of the changing area. Rugs with visible dirt and trash.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 6, 2022
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“1 out of 4 staff files were not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2021
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
“A garbage can was observed to be full of garbage without a lid, and accessible to children.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2021
746.1605 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“An 8 mo old child was combined in a room with a 3 year old child (exceeding 18 mo age gap).”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2021
746.2405(2) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Crib for Each Non-walking Infant Younger Than 12 Months of Age
“An 8 mo old, non walking infant was in a classroom (during naptime) without a crib for sleeping.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2021
746.1609 - Maximum Group Size 13 or More Children
“One classroom was over ratio with one caregiver supervising 10 children ages 8mo-3 years old with a SAG of 18-24mo. This was corrected at inspection when additional caregivers returned from lunch.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
“A child was observed sleeping in a bouncy seat. This was corrected when the child was removed from the seat.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2021
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
“During an inspection, children were observed unsupervised during several incidents.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2021
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FAQ
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued January 8, 2019.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 10, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 15 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 32 rules across 10 of 15 visits in the last 3 years; 32 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.
43, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (512) 294-2520 to ask.
(512) 294-2520.
11715 FM 2244, Austin, TX 78738.