Hillcrest Childrens Academy

AUSTIN, TXLicensed CenterLicensed · Open

3.2based on state inspection data
Capacity250
Hours06:30 AM-06:30 PM
Est. price$1,613/mo

Contact information

Address3838 STECK AVE AUSTIN TX- 78759 8637

CityAUSTIN, TX

CountyTRAVIS

Phone5123437385

Operating details

Hours06:30 AM-06:30 PM

DaysMon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri

Capacity250

SubsidiesN

License dateNovember 14, 2025

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 5/7/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High1
  • Medium-High0
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low1

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Location

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3838 STECK AVE AUSTIN TX- 78759 8637, AUSTIN, TX

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  1. This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
  2. Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
  3. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  4. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/7/2026

  • High1
  • Medium-High0
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low1

2026

  1. Low riskStandard 746.11055/7/2026

    746.1105(3) - Minimum Qualifications Employees and Caregivers - Affidavit (Form 2985)

    Affidavit 2985 was missing from the personnel ffiles.

    Corrected 5/14/2026
  2. High riskStandard 746.12052/4/2026

    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 unattended outside for about two minutes.

    Corrected at inspection

2025

  1. Medium riskStandard 746.90110/28/2025

    746.901 - Required Personnel Records

    Personnel files did not include all of the required information, such as, high school diploma, training records and affidavits 2985 and 2912

    Corrected 11/11/2025
  2. Medium riskStandard 746.413510/28/2025

    746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification

    The product safety certification was not available for review.

    Corrected 11/11/2025
  3. Medium riskStandard 746.400310/28/2025

    746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit

    The first aid kit did not include the guide to first aid.

    Corrected 11/11/2025
  4. Medium riskStandard 746.60310/28/2025

    746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information

    Admission paperwork did not include all required information, including the emergency contact's address, ER care authorization, health statements, and immunizations.

    Corrected 11/11/2025
  5. Medium riskStandard 746.50110/28/2025

    746.501(a)(1) - Written Operational Policies - Operating Times

    Operational policies did not include all required information, such as promoting indoor/outdoor physical activity, the Abuse Neglect hotline, and the Gang-free zone notification.

    Corrected 11/11/2025

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

7Total Violations
1Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,613/month

This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.

Typical prices in Texas run about $840/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in Texas by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: AUSTIN, TRAVIS County
  • Capacity: 250
  • Type: Licensed Center
  • Years in operation: 1

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