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South Congress KinderCare

6434 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 787454.3· 49 reviews
licensed capacity
150
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$229
year first permitted
2005

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About South Congress KinderCare

South Congress KinderCare is a licensed child care center in Austin, Texas. The state has permitted it since December 16, 2005, for up to 150 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 58 visits in the last 3 years and cited 64 rules across 27 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageOpens before 7 AM

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
6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Licensed capacity
150 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity150 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

South Congress KinderCare 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).

Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Travis County medians, full time, per week

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

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for South Congress KinderCare

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
150 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
2005
License number
#853832
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Summary

58 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 4, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 30 of 58 visits · 64 rules in all · 64 corrected

  • Health, medication and illness 17
  • Records and paperwork 12
  • Supervision and ratios 11
  • Staff training and qualifications 8
  • Safety and hazards 7
  • Discipline and child guidance 5
  • Food and nutrition 2
  • Building, equipment and play areas 1
  • Background checks 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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  1. Sep 4, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Jul 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jul 17, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent

      “An incident did occur when the child put a bead in his nose, but an incident report was not made and was not shared with the parent.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2026

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization

      “The child who had a bead stuck in his nose needed medical attention that was not reported to CCR.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2026

  4. Jul 7, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Jul 2, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  6. Jun 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Jun 3, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Jun 2, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  9. May 20, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  10. May 7, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Show 71 earlier visits
  1. May 5, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  2. May 4, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  3. Apr 24, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age

      “There were 15 children in care. The youngest was 14 months and the oldest was 33 months old. With the rule that the age difference between oldest and youngest cannot exceed 18 months, the oldest can only be 32 months in order to stay in ratio. There were 3 children 33 months old on that record. Standard 746.1605(1) will be cited.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 7, 2026

  4. Apr 23, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Apr 20, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Apr 13, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3501(1) - Diaper Changing Steps- Prompt

      “A caregiver failed to promptly change a diaper after a parent made mention of the soiled diaper.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2026

  7. Mar 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Mar 26, 2026Complaint investigation5 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling

      “During the investigation, it was found that a caregiver used harsh language when speaking to children.”

      The state verified the correction on May 4, 2026

    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling

      “During the investigation, it was found that a caregiver dragged a child by her wrist from one area of the playground to another.”

      The state verified the correction on May 4, 2026

    • Records and paperworkHigh risk

      746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk

      “It was found that an inappropriate discipline incident occurred, but the operation did not report it to CCR.”

      The state verified the correction on May 4, 2026

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.701(5) - Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk

      “During the investigation, it was found that the operation did not complete an incident report for an inappropriate discipline incident that placed a child at risk.”

      The state verified the correction on May 4, 2026

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization

      “A child was hurt in care on 3/6/2026, and the operation did not call CCR to report the incident.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 20, 2026

  9. Mar 26, 2026Complaint investigation5 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling

      “During the investigation, it was found that a caregiver used harsh language when speaking to children.”

      The state verified the correction on May 4, 2026

    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling

      “During the investigation, it was found that a caregiver dragged a child by her wrist from one area of the playground to another.”

      The state verified the correction on May 4, 2026

    • Records and paperworkHigh risk

      746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk

      “It was found that an inappropriate discipline incident occurred, but the operation did not report it to CCR.”

      The state verified the correction on May 4, 2026

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.701(5) - Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk

      “During the investigation, it was found that the operation did not complete an incident report for an inappropriate discipline incident that placed a child at risk.”

      The state verified the correction on May 4, 2026

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization

      “A child was hurt in care on 3/6/2026, and the operation did not call CCR to report the incident.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 20, 2026

  10. Feb 27, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering

      “One caregiver did not help a child wash their hands after diapering. She was walking him back to his napmat when I asked her to wash his hands.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 30, 2026

  11. Feb 26, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  12. Feb 12, 2026Inspection10 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illnessHigh risk

      746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization

      “Of the 10 children files I reviewed, 5 needed emergency care authorizations.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2026

    • Health, medication and illnessHigh risk

      746.613(a) - Required Immunizations

      “Of the ten children files that were reviewed, 6 either needed updated records, or the record was not there at all.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 26, 2026

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information

      “Of the ten children files, two children did not have complet enrollment forms.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2026

    • Safety and hazardsMedium risk

      746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification

      “The Children's Product Safety record was last completed on 1/10/2025.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 18, 2026

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement

      “Of the ten children files reviewed, five did not have a statement of good health.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2026

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.901 - Required Personnel Records

      “The operation did not have a file available to review for one caregiver.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 18, 2026

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional

      “Two children have food allergies listed on their enrollment forms and neither child has an allergy action plan signed by a health care professional.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 27, 2026

    • Safety and hazardsHigh risk

      746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months

      “The fire inspection was dated 4/16/2024.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 31, 2026

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes

      “The last fire drill was documented 12/8/2025.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 19, 2026

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection

      “The sanitation inspection was dated 6/24/2024.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 8, 2026

  13. Nov 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  14. Oct 31, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based

      “During the investigation, it was discovered three caregivers had CPR/First Aid certificates that were from online-only sources. The caregivers did not do practice on a CPR manikin as part of the training as required.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 19, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3701(5) - Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe

      “A toddler was injured by a rough edge on a toy that is meant to be used by preschool aged children, according to the listed instructions.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 19, 2025

  15. Sep 10, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkHigh risk

      746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk

      “The operation didn't notify Child Care Regulation that there were allegations that the child was inappropriately disciplined by a caregiver.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 4, 2025

    • Records and paperworkHigh risk

      746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk

      “The operation didn't notify a child's parents that there were allegations that the child was inappropriately disciplined by a caregiver.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 4, 2025

  16. Jun 27, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  17. Jun 11, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazardsHigh risk

      746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children

      “At the conclusion of the investigation, it was determined that the operation recently left a cleaning chemical accessible to children in care.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 27, 2025

  18. Jun 11, 2025Visit1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazardsHigh risk

      746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children

      “At the conclusion of the investigation, it was determined that the operation recently left a cleaning chemical accessible to children in care.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 27, 2025

  19. Jun 11, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazardsHigh risk

      746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children

      “At the conclusion of the investigation, it was determined that the operation recently left a cleaning chemical accessible to children in care.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 27, 2025

  20. Jun 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  21. Jun 6, 2025Visit2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent

      “The operation did not provide an incident report to the parent and have them sign it within 2 days.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 27, 2025

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      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

      “At the conclusion of this investigation, it was determined that a child in care was found unsupervised on the operations playground during operation hours.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 27, 2025

  22. Mar 11, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazardsMedium risk

      746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors

      “The operation did not have documentation of recent emergency drills or checks of their fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, or CO detectors. This was corrected at inspection when the operation completed the drills and checks in front of the inspector.”

      Corrected during the visit

  23. Nov 1, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained

      “I conducted a follow-up inspection and re-reviewed children's records for completion. Out of the ten records reviewed, two were missing immunization records, three required updated immunization records, and one was missing a health statement.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 20, 2024

  24. Sep 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  25. Sep 5, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

      “The operation is frequently out of compliance with the required staff-to-child ratio, particularly during the morning hours.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2024

  26. Aug 28, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.401(2) - Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or Investigation

      “The operation did not have their most recent investigation results or the required emergency numbers posted.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 29, 2024

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.901 - Required Personnel Records

      “One employee's file was missing a copy of their identification, several files lacked a date of hire, three files did not include documentation of how employees meet education requirements, and three files were missing notarized affidavits.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 11, 2024

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained

      “Out of ten children's files reviewed, four were missing health statements, one lacked documentation for authorization of emergency care, one was missing immunization records, and two had outdated immunizations.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2024

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR

      “Three employees did not have current CPR training or proof of certification.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 11, 2024

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1301(a)(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training

      “One employee was short their 24 hours of annual training.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 21, 2024

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1301(a)(1)A - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation

      “Three employees did not have completed copies of their orientation to the center.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 11, 2024

  27. Aug 14, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3417(1) - Children Handwashing Before Eating

      “Children did not wash their hands before being served lunch.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 12, 2024

    • Food and nutritionMedium High risk

      746.3317(6) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Use Sanitary Holders

      “Food was being served directly on a shared table between three children.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 12, 2024

    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

      “A classroom was out of ratio. The allowed ratio for a median age of five years is 22 children per caregiver, but the classroom had 25 children with only one caregiver.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 12, 2024

  28. Aug 12, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual

      “Caregivers were found using prohibited forms of punishment, including yelling and corporal punishment.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 12, 2024

  29. Aug 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  30. Aug 1, 2024Visit1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium High risk

      746.2803(3) - Discipline - Teaches Acceptable Behavior and Self-control

      “A caregiver pushed a child's arms down to stop them from engaging in a specific behavior.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 28, 2024

  31. Jun 28, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  32. Jun 10, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Background checksHigh risk

      745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation

      “An employee without a submitted background check was present in a classroom with children. The employee was asked to leave.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 28, 2024

    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

      “Two classrooms were observed to be out of ratio. The specified age group for one classroom was six years old, with an allowed ratio of 1:26. The other classroom had a specified age group of four years old, with an allowed ratio of 1:18.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 28, 2024

  33. Jun 5, 2024Complaint investigation6 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.701(5) - Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk

      “No incident reports were created for the children involved in a non-routine situation that could have placed them at risk.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 28, 2024

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      746.1205(a)(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Intervene to ensure each child's safety

      “A caregiver was unable to intervene promptly in a fight that broke out between several children.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 28, 2024

    • Records and paperworkHigh risk

      746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk

      “The operation did not report a fight that broke out between several children to licensing.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 28, 2024

    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

      “Evidence was found during the investigation that classrooms have been out of ratio on multiple occasions.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 28, 2024

    • Records and paperworkHigh risk

      746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk

      “The operation failed to notify a parent that their child was involved in a non-routine situation that could have put the child at risk.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 28, 2024

    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium risk

      746.2203(b) - Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver

      “Two classrooms were observed not adhering to their written activity plans.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 28, 2024

  34. May 10, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering

      “A child did not wash their hands after having their diaper changed.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 10, 2024

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child

      “A caregiver did not wash their hands after changing a child's diaper.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 10, 2024

  35. May 9, 2024Complaint investigation5 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3407(11) - Sanitize Tables Tops, Furniture and Similar Equipment

      “Several classrooms were observed to have remnants of old food and spilled drinks present on both the tables and floors, which are areas frequented by the children.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 10, 2024

    • Food and nutritionMedium risk

      746.3301(e) - Nutrition and Food Service - Second Serving

      “The operation faces challenges in providing second servings of food to the children.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 10, 2024

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1301(a)(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation

      “Two new employees did not have their orientation to the center documented.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 11, 2024

    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

      “Evidence was found during the investigation that classrooms have been out of ratio on multiple occasions”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 10, 2024

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required

      “An infant caregiver did not have documentation of their SIDS and shaken baby syndrome training.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 11, 2024

  36. Apr 10, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR

      “There was a caregiver that did not have a current training in pediatric CPR.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 11, 2024

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal

      “The operation did not have an annual fire inspection.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2024

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content

      “There were seven caregivers missing trainings in the required topics.”

      The state verified the correction on May 30, 2024

  37. Apr 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  38. Mar 27, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

      “There was a classroom out of ratio that had five infants to one caregiver with a specified age of 11 months. The correct ratio is one caregiver to four infants with that specified age group. This was corrected when the operation released a child to their parent and the fifth child was moved to another classroom.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 1, 2024

  39. Feb 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  40. Feb 21, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  41. Jan 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  42. Jan 9, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.307(c) - Parental Notification of Less Serious Injuries

      “A child was bitten while in care, and parents were not notified about the bite marks.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 21, 2024

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      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 was a lack of supervision when a child was bit 8 times in the classroom.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 21, 2024

  43. Jan 9, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.307(c) - Parental Notification of Less Serious Injuries

      “A child was bitten while in care, and parents were not notified about the bite marks.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 21, 2024

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      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 was a lack of supervision when a child was bit 8 times in the classroom.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 21, 2024

  44. Jan 6, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  45. Jan 5, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal

      “A current fire inspection was not available for review.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2024

  46. Dec 11, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  47. Nov 29, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  48. Nov 28, 2023Visit1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      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 alone for 5-10 minutes unsupervised.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 5, 2024

  49. Aug 28, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  50. Aug 24, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  51. Jun 29, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  52. Jun 26, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.401(3) - Posting Requirements - Licensing Notice-Keeping Children Safe

      “The operation did not have the Keeping Children Safe poster or the Parent Notification poster.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 29, 2023

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based

      “Five caregivers did CPR classes that were fully online. These classes did not include the required practice with a CPR manikin.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 13, 2023

    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

      “The infant room was out of ratio. There were 11 infants with 2 caregivers. The specified age group of the room was 0 - 11 months.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 29, 2023

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection

      “The operation did not have a current annual sanitation inspection.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 13, 2023

  53. Aug 3, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes

      “The previous fire drill was conducted on 01/27/22 which is outside of the required monthly due date. This was corrected at inspection when a fire drill was conducted.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection

      “The previous sanitation inspection occurred on 06/11/2021 which is outside of the required annual due date.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 4, 2022

    • Safety and hazardsHigh risk

      746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months

      “The previous fire inspection was conducted on 10/28/2020 which is past the required yearly due date.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 17, 2022

  54. Jul 19, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  55. Jul 18, 2022VisitNo rules cited
  56. May 23, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  57. May 18, 2022VisitNo rules cited
  58. Apr 22, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  59. Apr 13, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  60. Apr 11, 2022VisitNo rules cited
  61. Apr 5, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  62. Apr 1, 2022Visit1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children

      “A child was left outside on the playground, it was determine the operation is in violation of the minimum standard supervision and cited.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2022

  63. Jan 14, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  64. Jan 4, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.305(a)(4) - Report Outbreak of Communicable Illness

      “The operation has not been reporting positive COIVD cases to Child Care Regulation.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 22, 2022

  65. Dec 30, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
  66. Dec 21, 2021VisitNo rules cited
  67. Dec 15, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
  68. Dec 7, 2021VisitNo rules cited
  69. Nov 23, 2021VisitNo rules cited
  70. Nov 10, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
  71. Sep 7, 2021VisitNo rules cited

Copied from Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation on October 1, 2026; the state's records start around Sep 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Is South Congress KinderCare licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued December 16, 2005.

When was South Congress KinderCare last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 4, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 58 visits in the last 3 years.

Has South Congress KinderCare had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 64 rules across 30 of 58 visits in the last 3 years; 64 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 South Congress KinderCare care for?

150, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does South Congress KinderCare accept child care subsidies?

The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.

What are South Congress KinderCare'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 South Congress KinderCare cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (512) 443-7765 to ask.

What is South Congress KinderCare's phone number?

(512) 443-7765.

Where is South Congress KinderCare?

6434 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78745. The nearest other daycare we list is Pleasant Hill EAC YMCA, 0.1 miles away.

Sources: Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).