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31 Preschools in Austin, Texas

Find the best preschools in Austin, Texas. Browse 31 options, compare ratings, and choose the right program for your child.

Best Preschools in Austin

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews β€” preschools with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1

    6030 W Highway 290, Austin, TX Β· Capacity: 37 children

    Nature Preschool Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise its nature-based curriculum, outdoor learning emphasis, and exceptional teachers led by director Aarti. Parents highlight significant improvements in their children's academic skills, social development, confidence, and love of learning. The school creates a warm, nurturing community where children thrive both educationally and personally.

    Nature-based curriculumextensive outdoor play and explorationhands-on multi-sensory learningpassionate and caring teachers
  2. 2

    5710 Mccarty Ln, Austin, TX Β· Capacity: 140 children

    Reggio Emilia Multilingual Preschool Academy in Austin receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a warm, nurturing community where children thrive. Parents highlight the exceptional, caring staff, beautiful campus with outdoor spaces and animals, multilingual curriculum, and strong parent communication. Children reportedly love attending and show genuine excitement and happiness daily.

    Warm and caring staffbeautiful campus with playgrounds and outdoor spacesfarm animalsart atelier
  3. 3

    11902 Anderson Mill Rd, Austin, TX Β· Capacity: 200 children

    First Foundations Preschool in Austin receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, qualified teaching staff, strong academics, and faith-based curriculum. Parents highlight the nurturing environment, low student-to-teacher ratios, sense of community, and the director's personal attention as key strengths that support children's growth.

    Exceptional and highly qualified teachersfaith-centered curriculumlow student-to-teacher ratios
  4. 4

    3003 Northland Dr, Austin, TX Β· Capacity: 99 children

    Covenant Presbyterian Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the loving, nurturing environment and strong sense of community. Parents highlight the balance between play-based learning and age-appropriate education, along with the caring and dedicated staff who make families feel welcomed and supported.

    Loving and nurturing teacherssafe and welcoming environmentstrong sense of community and familyplay-based learning approach
  5. 5

    5226 W William Cannon Dr, Austin, TX Β· Capacity: 60 children

    Parents praise Shepherd of the Hills Presbyterian Church Preschool for its welcoming and inclusive environment. The facility is commended for patient, understanding teachers who effectively support children's learning and development. The church community is described as warm, caring, and spiritually grounded with excellent programs for families.

    Patient and understanding teacherseffective teaching methodswelcoming and inclusive environmentwarm and caring staff
  6. 6

    2028 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX Β· Capacity: 21 children

    DidΓ‘ctica Spanish Immersion Preschool receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, responsive director Gabby, and effective Spanish immersion curriculum. Parents consistently highlight the warm, family-like environment and appreciate communication tools like the Brightwheel app and regular photo updates.

    Responsive and attentive directorcaring and friendly staffSpanish immersion curriculumclean facility
  7. 7

    1201 Lavaca St, Austin, TX Β· Capacity: 85 children

    Parents consistently praise FIRST UNITED METHODIST PRESCHOOL for its nurturing, creative staff, strong educational approach, and welcoming community atmosphere. Multiple families with multiple children report high satisfaction over many years, with children enjoying attending daily. The director Sandy is specifically commended for her active involvement and personal attention to families.

    Patient and engaging staffcreative curriculumstrong social-emotional learninglow teacher-to-student ratios
  8. 8

    5801 Travis Cook Rd, Austin, TX Β· Capacity: 48 children

    Barton Creek Early Preschool Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents emphasize the caring and attentive staff, low teacher turnover, strong educational focus including social-emotional learning, and clean facilities with excellent outdoor spaces. The center is noted for its transparent ownership, strong community, and individualized attention to children.

    caring and loving stafflow teacher turnoverclean facilitiesexcellent outdoor play area
  9. 9

    4804 Grover Ave, Austin, TX Β· Capacity: 62 children

    Wonder Years Infant Center and Preschool in Austin receives nearly universal praise from parents, with 9 out of 10 reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently highlight the warm, nurturing staff led by director Davida, strong academic and social-emotional development, and comprehensive amenities including meals and small class sizes. One prospective parent reported difficulty reaching the center by phone and email.

    Caring and attentive staffstrong academic instruction (readingwritingmath
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    Elements Preschool
    4.44 score
    5(4)

    1503 W Koenig Ln, Austin, TX Β· Capacity: 25 children

Preschools in Austin, Texas

Austin has 31 preschool programs designed to prepare children ages 3-5 for kindergarten. These programs focus on early literacy, social skills, and structured learning in a nurturing environment.

When choosing a preschool in Austin, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Preschools in Austin

Showing 31 results

Elements Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1503 W Koenig Ln, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 947-4429
Nature Preschool Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Nature Preschool Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise its nature-based curriculum, outdoor learning emphasis, and exceptional teachers led by director Aarti. Parents highlight significant improvements in their children's academic skills, social development, confidence, and love of learning. The school creates a warm, nurturing community where children thrive both educationally and personally.

Nature-based curriculumextensive outdoor play and explorationhands-on multi-sensory learning
Address
6030 W Highway 290, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 538-5791
Crestview United Methodist Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1300 Morrow St, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 451-9665
Westlake Hills Presbyterian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
7127 Bee Cave Rd, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 327-1315
Colores Spanish Immersion Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
908 Old Koenig Ln, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 740-7645
Green Sprout Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2108 E M Franklin Ave, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 371-9689
Reggio Emilia Multilingual Preschool Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Reggio Emilia Multilingual Preschool Academy in Austin receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a warm, nurturing community where children thrive. Parents highlight the exceptional, caring staff, beautiful campus with outdoor spaces and animals, multilingual curriculum, and strong parent communication. Children reportedly love attending and show genuine excitement and happiness daily.

Warm and caring staffbeautiful campus with playgrounds and outdoor spacesfarm animals
Address
5710 Mccarty Ln, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 892-5437
Covenant United Methodist Church Preschool
Church Daycare
5
Address
4410 Duval Rd, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 346-3124
First Foundations Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

First Foundations Preschool in Austin receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, qualified teaching staff, strong academics, and faith-based curriculum. Parents highlight the nurturing environment, low student-to-teacher ratios, sense of community, and the director's personal attention as key strengths that support children's growth.

Exceptional and highly qualified teachersfaith-centered curriculumlow student-to-teacher ratios
Address
11902 Anderson Mill Rd, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 249-7529
Covenant Presbyterian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Covenant Presbyterian Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the loving, nurturing environment and strong sense of community. Parents highlight the balance between play-based learning and age-appropriate education, along with the caring and dedicated staff who make families feel welcomed and supported.

Loving and nurturing teacherssafe and welcoming environmentstrong sense of community and family
Address
3003 Northland Dr, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 454-8370
Canyon Creek Preschool
Church Daycare
5
Address
9001 R R 620 N, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 258-4495
St Thomas More Preschool
Church Daycare
5
Address
10205 R R 620 N, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 258-1721
Didactica Spanish Immersion Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

DidΓ‘ctica Spanish Immersion Preschool receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, responsive director Gabby, and effective Spanish immersion curriculum. Parents consistently highlight the warm, family-like environment and appreciate communication tools like the Brightwheel app and regular photo updates.

Responsive and attentive directorcaring and friendly staffSpanish immersion curriculum
Address
2028 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 904-0206
Shepherd Of The Hills Presbyterian Church Preschool
Church Daycare
4.9

Parents praise Shepherd of the Hills Presbyterian Church Preschool for its welcoming and inclusive environment. The facility is commended for patient, understanding teachers who effectively support children's learning and development. The church community is described as warm, caring, and spiritually grounded with excellent programs for families.

Patient and understanding teacherseffective teaching methodswelcoming and inclusive environment
Address
5226 W William Cannon Dr, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 892-7528
First United Methodist Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise FIRST UNITED METHODIST PRESCHOOL for its nurturing, creative staff, strong educational approach, and welcoming community atmosphere. Multiple families with multiple children report high satisfaction over many years, with children enjoying attending daily. The director Sandy is specifically commended for her active involvement and personal attention to families.

Patient and engaging staffcreative curriculumstrong social-emotional learning
Address
1201 Lavaca St, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 478-5709
Wonder Years Infant Center And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Wonder Years Infant Center and Preschool in Austin receives nearly universal praise from parents, with 9 out of 10 reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently highlight the warm, nurturing staff led by director Davida, strong academic and social-emotional development, and comprehensive amenities including meals and small class sizes. One prospective parent reported difficulty reaching the center by phone and email.

Caring and attentive staffstrong academic instruction (readingwriting
Address
4804 Grover Ave, Austin, TX
Phone
(855) 900-1337
Barton Creek Early Preschool Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Barton Creek Early Preschool Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents emphasize the caring and attentive staff, low teacher turnover, strong educational focus including social-emotional learning, and clean facilities with excellent outdoor spaces. The center is noted for its transparent ownership, strong community, and individualized attention to children.

caring and loving stafflow teacher turnoverclean facilities
Address
5801 Travis Cook Rd, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 301-8200
Kinney Avenue Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Kinney Avenue Christian Preschool receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive teachers and welcoming Christian environment. Parents highlight the school's engaging curriculum, special events, outdoor activities, and strong community among families. Multiple reviewers report their children have thrived academically and socially, with particular appreciation for staff flexibility and individualized attention.

Caring and nurturing teachersChristian environment and weekly chapelengaging curriculum and creative activities
Address
1801 Kinney Ave, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 442-6719
Peace Lutheran Preschool
Church Daycare
4.5

Peace Lutheran Preschool is a religious facility in Austin consistently praised for its welcoming, inclusive, and progressive community atmosphere. Parents highlight the caring staff, dynamic leadership, and neurodivergent-friendly environment that embraces people of all backgrounds. The facility is noted for its community involvement and relevant, engaging programming.

welcoming communityinclusive and affirming environmentneurodivergent-friendly
Address
10625 R R 620 N, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 401-6001
Noahs Ark Preschool At Park Hills
Before or After School Daycare
4.5
Address
900 S Mopac Expy, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 327-0295
Habibis Hutch Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
2004 Bert Ave, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 478-7775
Promise Land Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

These reviews do not pertain to a daycare facility. All reviews are for Promiseland Church, a religious organization in Austin, Texas. No information about daycare services, childcare quality, or educational programming is provided.

None relevant to daycare operations
Address
1504 E 51st St, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 220-6381
Little Life Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Little Life Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, stable teaching staff, clean facilities, and educational activities. Parents consistently report their children are happy and well-cared for. One negative review mentions management and pricing concerns, though this contradicts other reviews citing affordable rates.

Kind and nurturing teacherslow staff turnoversmall class sizes with one-on-one attention
Address
3200 Century Park Blvd, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 832-5433
Mount Olive Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
10408 Highway 290 W, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 288-2330
Westoak Woods Baptist Preschool
Church Daycare
4.2

Westoak Woods Baptist Preschool's pre-K program receives high praise from parents who report their children thrived academically and emotionally, with strong teacher-child relationships. The facility is part of a welcoming Baptist church community known for compassionate pastoral leadership and inclusive membership. Parents consistently highlight the nurturing environment and the child's enthusiasm for attending.

Nurturing and loving environmentchild loved attending dailyacademic learning
Address
2900 Slaughter Ln W, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 292-6801
Bethany Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Bethany Lutheran Preschool is a church-based daycare in Austin with consistently positive reviews. Parents praise the nurturing, attentive staff and safe environment where children show developmental improvements. The facility is noted for welcoming community, strong communication, and organized activities like field trips.

Caring and attentive staffchild development and language improvementexcellent communication
Address
3701 W Slaughter Ln, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 292-8778
All His Children Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
9725 Circle Dr, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 609-8123
Natures Way Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8
Address
301 Nature Center Dr, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 329-8238
Ortega Preschool Child Incorporated
Child Daycare & Preschools
2
Address
1135 Garland Ave, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 928-8070
Open Door Preschool At M Station
Before or After School Daycare

Open Door Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 9 out of 10 recent reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the caring, experienced staff, play-based curriculum, strong community atmosphere, and personalized support for children's needs. One negative review cited rudeness and disrespect from staff.

Experienced and dedicated teachersplay-based learning approachstrong community and family support
Address
2918 E Mlk Blvd, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 610-7383

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Frequently asked questions

There are 31 preschools in Austin, Texas. Browse our directory to compare programs, read parent reviews, and find the best option for your child.
Most preschool programs in Austin accept children between ages 2.5 and 5. Many children start at age 3 or 4, about one to two years before kindergarten. Look for signs of readiness such as being comfortable away from parents, ability to follow simple instructions, and interest in playing with other children.
While both provide childcare, preschools in Austin typically focus more on structured educational activities to prepare children for kindergarten. Preschool programs often run half-day or school-year schedules, while daycare centers offer full-day, year-round care. Many facilities combine both, offering preschool curriculum within a full-day daycare setting.
Preschool costs in Austin typically range from $600 to $1,500 per month for full-time programs. Half-day programs are usually less expensive. Some preschools offer financial aid, and Texas may have state-funded pre-K programs for qualifying families. Contact individual facilities for current tuition rates.
When selecting a preschool in Austin, consider:
  • Visit the facility in person to observe the environment
  • Ask about teacher qualifications and experience
  • Check licensing status with Texas's regulatory agency
  • Review the curriculum and daily schedule
  • Read parent reviews for firsthand experiences
  • Compare staff-to-child ratios across facilities