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The Prep School of Bee Cave

14001 Bee Cave Pkwy, Austin, TX 787385.0· 13 reviews
licensed capacity
263
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$229
year first permitted
2018

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About The Prep School of Bee Cave

The Prep School of Bee Cave is a licensed child care center in Austin, Texas. The state has permitted it since February 28, 2018, for up to 263 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 31 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-age

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
263 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity263 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

The Prep School of Bee Cave 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 The Prep School of Bee Cave

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
263 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
2018
License number
#1658986
See the state's record

Summary

31 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 2, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 9 of 31 visits · 13 rules in all · 13 corrected

  • Discipline and child guidance 4
  • Supervision and ratios 3
  • Transportation 2
  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Safe sleep 1
  • Health, medication and illness 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 2, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safe sleepMedium risk

      746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times

      “Two classrooms were observed to be utilizing unscheduled screen time during transition from outdoor play to lunch as a resting period. The teachers corrected this after it was addressed by adminstartive staff by continuing to follow schedule.”

      Corrected during the visit

  2. Jul 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jul 28, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  4. Jul 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Jul 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Jul 9, 2026Visit1 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 unsupervised in a classroom without the teacher's knowldge.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 22, 2026

  7. May 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  8. May 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Apr 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Apr 15, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium risk

      746.2601(2) - Care Requirements for Pre-Kindergarten Age - Individual Attention

      “The investigation found that a caregiver was redirecting a child and the child tripped, and the caregiver did not console the child afterwards.”

      The state verified the correction on May 21, 2026

    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual

      “Based on the evidence gathered during the investigation, it was determined a caregiver abruptly moved a nap cot while a child was on it.”

      The state verified the correction on May 21, 2026

Show 26 earlier visits
  1. Jan 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Jan 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Nov 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Nov 22, 2025Complaint investigation3 rules cited
    • TransportationHigh risk

      746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions

      “During the DFPS investigation, it was determined that the bus alarm sometimes malfunctions.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 15, 2026

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      746.5605(4) - AP Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - No Child Unattended

      “A child was left unsupervised on the bus.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 15, 2026

    • TransportationHigh risk

      746.5625(d)(2) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - Driver or designated employee conduct walk-through and visual check of vehicle

      “A walk-through of the bus was not completed after the children unloaded. Children often disable the bus alarm at the back door of the bus.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 15, 2026

  5. Oct 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Sep 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Sep 19, 2025Complaint investigation1 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

      “This standard was reviewed in relation to the reported allegations and found to be deficient. A name to face account of the children was not completed by the caregiver before returning inside and closing the door and this resulted in a child being left unsupervised.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 23, 2025

  8. Jul 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Jul 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Jun 26, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  11. Jun 16, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazardsHigh risk

      746.3703(a) - People Whose Behavior/Health Threatens Children Not Present

      “The director did not intervene to prevent potential risk to children when there were previous concerns about a caregiver possessing vape products on site.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 22, 2025

    • Safety and hazardsHigh risk

      746.3703(d) - No Smoking or Use of Tobacco Including E-Cigarettes or Vaporizers

      “A caregiver staff had a vape pen and other paraphernalia on property while children were present.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 22, 2025

  12. Mar 31, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  13. Mar 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  14. Jan 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  15. Jan 17, 2025Visit1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

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

      “A caregiver provided a child with food containing egg products, despite a known and serious allergy. CI: This was corrected and resolved when the operation had a food allergy emergency plan signed by the child's parent within his file and as well in his classroom. Also the director clarified that caregivers would not distribute food, and the kitchen manager would provide appropriate alternative snacks for children with known allergies.”

      Corrected during the visit

  16. Jan 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  17. Dec 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  18. Nov 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  19. Nov 20, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment

      “When disciplining, a caregiver responded inappropriately by biting a child back after being bitten by the child. The caregivers bite resulted in a swollen black and blue mark on the child's forearm.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 5, 2024

  20. Nov 18, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited

      “Based on the evidence gathered during the DFPS investigation, it was determined that Physical Abuse was Reason to Believe.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 14, 2025

  21. Jul 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  22. Jul 25, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  23. Jul 27, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  24. Mar 2, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  25. Feb 18, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  26. Feb 15, 2022VisitNo 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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Questions about The Prep School of Bee Cave

Is The Prep School of Bee Cave licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued February 28, 2018.

When was The Prep School of Bee Cave last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 2, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 31 visits in the last 3 years.

Has The Prep School of Bee Cave had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 9 of 31 visits in the last 3 years; 13 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 The Prep School of Bee Cave care for?

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

Does The Prep School of Bee Cave accept child care subsidies?

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

What are The Prep School of Bee Cave'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 The Prep School of Bee Cave cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (512) 790-7737 to ask.

What is The Prep School of Bee Cave's phone number?

(512) 790-7737.

Where is The Prep School of Bee Cave?

14001 Bee Cave Pkwy, Austin, TX 78738. The nearest other daycare we list is Hill Country Indoor, LP, 0.2 miles away.

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