Sandra H. Gonzales
Dripping Springs, TX 78620 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Over Yonder Nature School
- licensed capacity
- 61
- open each week
- 5 days
- monthly, posted tuition
- $1,000
- year first permitted
- 2024
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About Over Yonder Nature School
Over Yonder Nature School is a licensed child care center in Dripping Springs, Texas. The state has permitted it since April 19, 2024, for up to 61 children, serving infants, 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. It says it provides meals. It lists monthly tuition from $1,000 to $1,600.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 21 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageMeals providedPosts 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
- 61 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 | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks - Pre-K |
|---|---|
| Approach | Play-based |
| Curriculum | High Scope® |
| Enrichment | Art, Spanish, Naturalist/gardening |
| Staff | Certified naturalist |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Licensed capacity | 61 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Over Yonder Nature School lists monthly tuition from $1,000 to $1,600. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Hays County has a median price of $202 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
| Monthly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| 2 years - Pre-K, Mon-Fri | $1,500 |
| 2 years - Pre-K, Mon, Wed, Fri | $1,230 |
| 2 years - Pre-K, Tue & Thu | $1,000 |
| 6 weeks - 24 months, Mon-Fri | $1,600 |
| 6 weeks - 24 months, Mon, Wed, Fri | $1,290 |
| 6 weeks - 24 months, Tue & Thu | $1,120 |
| Application/Registration Fee | $300 |
6 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
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 Over Yonder Nature School
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 61 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2024
- License number
- #1785839
Summary
21 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 21, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 21 visits · 11 rules in all · 11 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Safety and hazards 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Discipline and child guidance 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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- Aug 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 17, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
“The fire inspection was dated 6/20/2023”
The state verified the correction on May 1, 2026
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“The sanitation inspection was dated 1/15/2025.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 20, 2026
- Oct 20, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 9, 2025Visit1 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 caregiver fell asleep during nap.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 20, 2025
- Apr 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 15, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
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 6 children files evaluated, one did not have a health statement from their pediatrician.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 28, 2025
746.613(c)(1) - Immunization Exception or Exemption on File and Verified
“Of the 6 children's files evaluated, two needed updated immunization records.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 28, 2025
- Apr 1, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 19, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 18, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“A caregiver was alone in the classroom with children before completing First Aid training.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2025
746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
“The caregiver did not have evidence of completing pre-service training.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2025
Show 12 earlier visits
- Feb 26, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 24, 2025Visit1 rule cited
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“The caregiver admitted to grabbing and shaking the child's arms. The caregiver who witnessed the incident corroborated the story.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 1, 2025
Nov 18, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“One caregiver did not have proper background check through the operation's HHS portal.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
- Nov 15, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Oct 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 26, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“*There was an unstable and improperly secured baby gate in a doorway of the infant classroom leading to the outside of the building. This poses a risk of a child falling if the child were to grab or lean on the gate. *There was exposed sheetrock on the wall at the entry of the building. *There was one uncovered outlet accessible to children in the toddler/PreK classroom. **This was corrected at inspection when the outlet was covered.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 16, 2024
746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
“Two crib sheets were not snug fit. One infant was napping in the crib without a snug fitted sheet.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 16, 2024
- Feb 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 11, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 4, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 27, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Over Yonder Nature School
Is Over Yonder Nature School licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued April 19, 2024.
When was Over Yonder Nature School last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 21, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 21 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Over Yonder Nature School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 7 of 21 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 Over Yonder Nature School care for?
61, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Over Yonder Nature School accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Over Yonder Nature School'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 Over Yonder Nature School cost?
Monthly tuition from $1,000 to $1,600, as it lists it.
What is Over Yonder Nature School's phone number?
(512) 212-6895.
Where is Over Yonder Nature School?
5000 Bell Springs Rd, Dripping Springs, TX 78620. The nearest other daycare we list is OakSong School of the Hill Country, 0.5 miles away.