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Wild Heart Preschool
- licensed capacity
- 34
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $229
- year first permitted
- 2018
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About Wild Heart Preschool
Wild Heart Preschool is a licensed child care center in Austin, Texas. The state has permitted it since April 6, 2018, for up to 34 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. It describes its programs: pre-k, preschool and toddler care.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidy
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
- 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 34 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 15 months - 5 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Pre-K, preschool and toddler care |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| More | Founded 2017 |
| Licensed capacity | 34 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Wild Heart Preschool 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.
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
State record
Inspection reports for Wild Heart Preschool
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 34 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2018
- License number
- #1662361
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 30, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 6 visits · 8 rules in all · 8 corrected
- Records and paperwork 3
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Staff training and qualifications 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 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 4, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 12, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
“Two play structures that are elevated were observed without 6 inches of loose fill.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 4, 2026
Jan 13, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
“Out of the six staff files reviewed, one was missing their notarized affidavit.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 17, 2025
746.3805(b)(1) - Administering Medication - Original Container with Child's Name, Date
“One child's allergy medication was not stored in its original packaging.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 17, 2025
746.605(10) - Required Admission Information - Physician Information
“Out of the six children files reviewed, four were missing information regarding an emergency care facility or physician.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 23, 2025
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
“The operational policies did not include sections or references addressing the following: promotion of indoor and outdoor play, procedures for inclusive care, and employee vaccination requirements.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 17, 2025
- Apr 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 8, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
746.3805(b)(3) - Administering Medication - Not After Expiration date
“Expired allergy medication was observed for one child.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 28, 2024
746.613(a) - Required Immunizations
“Three out of six children do not have current immunization records.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 4, 2024
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“Five caregivers do not have CPR training that was done in-person.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 28, 2024
- Apr 4, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 25, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- May 19, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 25, 2022Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2021 data from February 23, 2022, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2021 by February 22, 2022, as required.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 25, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Wild Heart Preschool
Is Wild Heart Preschool licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued April 6, 2018.
When was Wild Heart Preschool last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on July 30, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Wild Heart Preschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 3 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 8 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 Wild Heart Preschool care for?
34, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Wild Heart Preschool accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Wild Heart Preschool's hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Wild Heart Preschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (512) 551-9849 to ask.
What is Wild Heart Preschool's phone number?
(512) 551-9849.
Where is Wild Heart Preschool?
2514 Buell Avenue, Austin, TX 78757. The nearest other daycare we list is Stepping Stone School II, 0.2 miles away.