The Preparatory School of Dripping Springs
12610 Nutty Brown Rd, Austin, TX
5.0· 11 reviews
Mama Melli Childcare Center
- licensed capacity
- 34
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $189
- year first permitted
- 2018
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About
About Mama Melli Childcare Center
Mama Melli Childcare Center is a licensed child care center in Austin, Texas. The state has permitted it since May 24, 2018, for up to 34 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with preschool and toddler care.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited no rules in those visits. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-age
Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 34 children
Hours
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
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | Preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Enrichment | Yoga, music |
| Class size | 10 kiddos (1 teacher + 1 floater teacher) |
| Daily life | Snacks provided |
| Licensed capacity | 34 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Mama Melli Childcare Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Hays County has a median price of $189 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Infant
Center$202
Home daycare$181
Toddler
Center$189
Home daycare$172
Preschool
Center$183
Home daycare$170
School age
Center$173
Home daycare$160
State record
Inspection reports for Mama Melli Childcare Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 34 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2018
- License number
- #1665241
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 12, 2026: no rules cited
No rules cited on any of 4 visits
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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See all 13 visits
- Aug 12, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 6, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Oct 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 16, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 28, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 1, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
May 26, 2023Visit1 rule cited
745.651(1) - Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving
“There were 2 background check submissions with the status pending for more than 7 days. One has been pending since 3/22/2023.”
The state verified the correction on May 30, 2023
May 12, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“The operation had two pending background checks and one individual was present at the operation without background check eligibility.”
The state verified the correction on May 19, 2023
746.3701(9) - Safety - Bodies of Water Inaccessible to Children
“A small pond is located in the middle of the property. Children have access on certain areas to the water.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 1, 2023
746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
“The operation did not have a current list of daily playground inspection forms for the last 3 months.”
The state verified the correction on May 31, 2023
May 10, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1201(2) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Relate to Children
“The caregiver failed to treat the children in care with respect and was not empathetic to the needs of the children.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 1, 2023
Show 3 earlier visits
- Nov 30, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 4, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 16, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
“It was found while conducting a walk through of the operation the caregivers left the room half of the children were napping in to wake up children in an adjcent napping room. Leaving the first nap room unsupervised. It was also observed that while the caregivers were outside assisting with snack, a child came back inside the building alone to wash their hands.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 4, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Mama Melli Childcare Center
Is Mama Melli Childcare Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued May 24, 2018.
When was Mama Melli Childcare Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 12, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Mama Melli Childcare Center had rules cited by the state?
No. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists no cited rules in its 4 visits in the last 3 years. 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 Mama Melli Childcare Center care for?
34, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Mama Melli Childcare Center accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Mama Melli Childcare Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Mama Melli Childcare Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (737) 406-1221 to ask.
What is Mama Melli Childcare Center's phone number?
(737) 406-1221.
Where is Mama Melli Childcare Center?
10802 Kit Carson Dr, Austin, TX 78737. The nearest other daycare we list is The Preparatory School of Dripping Springs, 0.6 miles away.