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The Sunshine Cottage Preschool & Development Center
- licensed capacity
- 139
- open each week
- 5 days
- weekly, posted tuition
- $175
- year first permitted
- 2015
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About
About The Sunshine Cottage Preschool & Development Center
The Sunshine Cottage Preschool & Development Center is a licensed child care center in Buda, Texas. The state has permitted it since January 30, 2015, for up to 139 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Bilingual / immersion approach, with after-school care, full-time care, infant care and part-time care. It says it provides meals. It lists weekly tuition from $175 to $315.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 20 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedOpens before 7 AMNAEYC accreditedBilingual programPosts tuition
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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Ask when you call: current openings and staff-to-child ratio.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 139 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 wks (day care center) to 6 yrs of age |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, full-time care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Bilingual / immersion (Spanish) |
| Enrichment | Preschool Dance Program, Spanish Immersion Program, Kinderdance of Austin, Fitness Stars Program, Stretch-N-Grow |
| Staff | Certified in CPR and first aid; 24 hours of CEU training credits every year |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Parents pack food |
| Accreditation | NAEYC accredited |
| Licensed capacity | 139 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Sunshine Cottage Preschool & Development Center lists weekly tuition from $175 to $315. 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).
| Weekly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| 3 Year Old Program, 6:30am-6:00pm | $280 |
| 3 Year Old Program, Tue-Thur | $175 |
| 4 Pre-K program rate, free meals | $200 |
| 4 Year Old Program, before Pre-K enrollment | $240 |
| Infant Program 6 Weeks - 17 Months, Full Time 7:30am-5:30pm | $315 |
| Toddler Program 18 Months - 2 Years, Full Time 7:30am-5:30pm | $300 |
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| Toddler Program, Mon-Wed-Fri | $200 |
| Toddler Program, Tue-Thur | $190 |
8 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 The Sunshine Cottage Preschool & Development Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 139 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2015
- License number
- #1542223
Summary
20 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 14, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 20 visits · 13 rules in all · 13 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Background checks 2
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Safety and hazards 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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- Jul 14, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 26, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 1, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 6, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“Two classes with children under 2 years old were watching screens during my walk through.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 18, 2025
Feb 5, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.3419 - Handwashing Procedures
“Caregivers stated that they were told to use baby wipes instead of handwashing while the sink was being repaired.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 18, 2025
- Dec 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 21, 2024Complaint investigation4 rules cited
746.701(5) - Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk
“The operation did not provide an incident report to parents after their child was left unsupervised during a fire drill.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2024
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“Operation staff did not report to Child Care Regulation that they left a child unsupervised during a fire drill.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2024
746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
“Operation staff did not notify parents that a child was left unsupervised during a fire drill.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2024
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
“The operation had a fire drill, and a child was left unsupervised in the classroom while the others evacuated.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2024
Nov 20, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“One caregiver was not on their people list. She was asked to leave while I was on campus. It was advised to run her background as soon as possible so she can come back to work once her background check is approved.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2024
Show 19 earlier visits
- Nov 16, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Nov 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 8, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Nov 6, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“One caregiver was not on their people list. She left during my visit.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 22, 2024
Nov 5, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.2203(b) - Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver
“Activity plans were not posted and followed by caregivers during a period where the operation was short staffed.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2024
746.401(6) - Posting Requirements - Daily menu, including all snacks and meals served by the child care center
“The weekly menu was has not been posted regularly for parents to review.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2024
Oct 30, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“One child did not have an updated immunization record.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2024
- Oct 3, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 25, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Dec 5, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“The last signed product certificate was in 2021”
Corrected during the visit
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
“The loose fill in the big playground at the main building B, was under the required 6 inches.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 25, 2024
- Sep 1, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 4, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 2, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“During an investigation it was found that a caregiver used prohibited punishment when a child was grabbed and pulled.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 1, 2023
Jan 5, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
“Of the 10 staff files reviewed, 5 had incomplete annual training hours.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 19, 2023
- Dec 28, 2022VisitNo rules cited
- Aug 22, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 21, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 20, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
“It was found during the investigation a child was able to exit the operation and enter the parking lot. The caregiver chased after the child to retrieve them and left the rest of the class unsupervised.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 22, 2022
Apr 22, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
“A caregiver who did not have a background check ran was present and supervising children. The caregiver left during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about The Sunshine Cottage Preschool & Development Center
Is The Sunshine Cottage Preschool & Development Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued January 30, 2015.
When was The Sunshine Cottage Preschool & Development Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on July 14, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 20 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Sunshine Cottage Preschool & Development Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 8 of 20 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 Sunshine Cottage Preschool & Development Center care for?
139, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does The Sunshine Cottage Preschool & Development Center accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are The Sunshine Cottage Preschool & Development Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Sunshine Cottage Preschool & Development Center cost?
Weekly tuition from $175 to $315, as it lists it.
What is The Sunshine Cottage Preschool & Development Center's phone number?
(512) 312-4816.
Where is The Sunshine Cottage Preschool & Development Center?
402 Lewis Ln, Buda, TX 78610. The nearest other daycare we list is Doris Ann Knapp, 0.7 miles away.