The Preparatory School of Dripping Springs
AUSTIN, TX·Licensed CenterLicensed · Open
Contact information
Address12610 NUTTY BROWN RD AUSTIN TX- 78737 9298
CityAUSTIN, TX
CountyHAYS
Phone5122887737
Operating details
Hours07:00 AM-06:00 PM
DaysMon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Capacity235
SubsidiesN
License dateMarch 6, 2013
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/24/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High4
- Medium-High0
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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12610 NUTTY BROWN RD AUSTIN TX- 78737 9298, AUSTIN, TX
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/24/2026
- High3
- Medium-High0
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 746.3053/24/2026
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
The operation did not report ongoing concerns about a caregiver mistreating infants in care.
Corrected 4/21/2026
2025
- Medium riskStandard 746.7075/14/2025
746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
The incident happened on 5/12/2025. The incident report was created and signed by operation staff on 5/12/1015, but the child's family did not sign it until 5/16/2025
Corrected 7/18/2025 - High riskStandard 746.28054/16/2025
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
The video showed the caregiver grab and pull the toddler.
Corrected 6/27/2025 - High riskStandard 746.12014/16/2025
746.1201(2) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Relate to Children
Both teachers interviewed reported seeing the former teacher have power struggles with the toddler.
Corrected 6/27/2025
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$2,155/month
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About this daycare
- Location: AUSTIN, HAYS County
- Capacity: 235
- Type: Licensed Center
- Years in operation: 13
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