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2701 South Lamar Boulevard, Austin, TX
Mainspring at Live Oak
- licensed capacity
- 115
- open each week
- 5 days
- monthly, posted tuition
- $1,400
- year first permitted
- 1986
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About
About Mainspring at Live Oak
Mainspring at Live Oak is a licensed child care center in Austin, Texas. The state has permitted it since April 8, 1986, for up to 115 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes its programs: early head start, infant care and pre-k. It says it provides meals. It lists monthly tuition from $1,400 to $1,700.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 18 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-ageMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyNAEYC accreditedPosts tuition
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 115 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Six weeks to five years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | Early Head Start, infant care and pre-k |
| Class size | 8 children, 2 teachers |
| Daily life | Meals provided |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Assistance it accepts | Workforce Solutions Capital Area |
| Accreditation | NAEYC accredited |
| More | Founded 1941 |
| Licensed capacity | 115 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Mainspring at Live Oak lists monthly tuition from $1,400 to $1,700. 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 |
|---|---|
| Age 0-2 years | $1,700 |
| Age 3-5 years | $1,400 |
2 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 Mainspring at Live Oak
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 115 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1986
- License number
- #21007
Summary
18 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 19, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 18 visits · 4 rules in all · 4 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Background checks 1
- Safe sleep 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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- May 19, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 16, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 14, 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
“There is a violation of this standard, as a child was left unsupervised for 2 minutes.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 10, 2026
- May 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 8, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Nov 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 20, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“A staff member didn't have a current training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking, as was expired. *Compliance was met, as the current training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking was completed after, the certificate was sent via email with a renewed date of 12/02/2024.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 17, 2024
- Aug 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 16 earlier visits
- Aug 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 29, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 3, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 24, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 22, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Dec 20, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 13, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
745.635(2) - AP Background check determination - If ineligible then you must immediately remove subject from operation and confirm to CBCU receipt of notice letter
“There was a caregiver present without an eligible background check. This was corrected when the caregiver left the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 28, 2023
Nov 9, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2905(1) - Children Not Required to Sleep - May Not Force Child to Sleep
“Based on the evidence gathered during the inspection, a caregiver attempted to restrict a child during nap.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2023
Jun 6, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
“Five out of ten staff files reviewed did not have the required annual training hours.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 19, 2023
746.605(12) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
“Two out of ten children's files did not have emergency care authorization.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 8, 2023
746.901(8) - Required Personnel Records- Photo Identification
“Five out of ten staff did not have a photo ID in their file.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 8, 2023
746.613(a) - Required Immunizations
“Three out of ten children's files did not have updated immunization records.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 8, 2023
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“A child with a food allergy did not have a food allergy plan available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 8, 2023
- Dec 12, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 7, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.701(5) - Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk
“The operation did not complete an incident report for an incident that placed a child at risk.”
The state verified the correction on May 17, 2023
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“The operation did not report an incident to Child Care Regulation that placed a child at risk.”
The state verified the correction on May 17, 2023
- Jun 20, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 22, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 11, 2022VisitNo rules cited
- Oct 1, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 13, 2021Visit1 rule cited
746.4101 - Release of Children
“The operation withheld a child from their parent.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 17, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Mainspring at Live Oak
Is Mainspring at Live Oak licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued April 8, 1986.
When was Mainspring at Live Oak last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on May 19, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 18 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Mainspring at Live Oak had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 4 of 18 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 Mainspring at Live Oak care for?
115, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Mainspring at Live Oak accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Mainspring at Live Oak's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Mainspring at Live Oak cost?
Monthly tuition from $1,400 to $1,700, as it lists it.
What is Mainspring at Live Oak's phone number?
(512) 442-2301.
Where is Mainspring at Live Oak?
1100 W Live Oak St, Austin, TX 78704. The nearest other daycare we list is Austin Butterfly Academy, 0.3 miles away.