My three year old attended the 2015-2016 school year here. Great staff. Mrs Rodriguez works with…read morethe parents to make their child's experience here enjoyable.

I had the opportunity to serve as a Success By 6 Early Language coach at El Buen. I fell in love…read morewith the children and staff! El Buen provides a very warm, loving and nurturing environment for children. I continue to volunteer at this amazing center as often as possible. Quality early childhood education is crucial for future school success. El Buen provides a wonderful balance of whole child development in a safe, secure environment.

Putting your child in daycare is a stressful thing... we had to do it on short notice with little…read moreflexibility in terms of location and timing, and somehow we managed to luck out by finding El Buen Pastor. I am a teacher and wanted my baby to be in a loving environment where she could would flourish... and I hoped bilingualism would be a part of that. She's been at EBP for over six months now, and we are thrilled that she has gotten everything we wanted out of daycare. The infant rooms, connected by an open bathroom, are reasonably sized (compared to the other small daycares I visited) and have fun, colorful environments. The teachers love what they do and are eager to report on my baby's daily behavior, eating habits, and accomplishments. I LOVE that they cook everything in-house, even the baby food, and they provide whatever formula you specify as part of the tuition.. what other daycare does that??? They are a non-profit, and as such you may not find the same fanciness that would be at daycares that charge double the tuition, but they have a close-knit community and the director is always warm and friendly every time I see her - which is nearly every day.

Starbright is the VERY BEST preschool that a parent who wants the best for their child(ren) can…read morechoose! There are a LOT of options available in ATX, and preschool paves the way to the future: This is a HUGE decision for parents of young children to make! If you want your child to embrace their childhood exposed to and graced with age-appropriate experiences and learning opportunities, to learn about who they are and how to interact with & respect others, and to know what it's like to be loved and appreciated for who they are as an individual, then you found the best that Austin offers! I call Starbright the "Waldorf Prep School," as this is the underlying premise/"curriculum." My children now attend AISD vs. Waldorf, because we don't necessarily ascribe to Waldorf concepts when it comes to grade-school education/philosophy vs. the overall public school experience. For a preschool-age child, the freedom to be a kid --having fun, learning life-skills and experiencing Life, having bountiful learning opportunities, and feeling secure and cared for-- matters! Obviously for a Waldorf-minded parent, this is your preschool! For a parent wanting a preschool to solely/directly to "mold"/"prep" their child for their grueling academic future (which I personally believe subtracts from ultimate well-roundedness and childhood development), then Starbright is NOT for you. For a parent wanting your child to learn, grow, have fun, and be ready for public/private school, keep reading! The Director and the teachers at Starbright: The Director is AMAZING! Her experiential learning and degreed background (well over 30 yrs) as a teacher and guidance counselor are a big part of WHY Starbright is so awesome. She highly scrutinizes and hand-picks each staff teacher, identifying matching qualities included in their background/educational degree, and for a "whole person" concept and presence that exudes love, caring, and respect for others on all levels. Believe me, if a staff member doesn't "measure up," they won't last long at Starbright. But more importantly for a parent "shopping" for a preschool, rest assured that turnover rates are really low because the selection of staff members is so stringent. The teachers/staff at Starbright are there for 1 united purpose: To provide the very best growing/learning experience for the children at Starbright, period. Parental-involvement greatly enhances your child's experience at Starbright, just as it "should be" in the development of your own child. The more you can contribute in any capacity, the more the class (& your child) excels as a whole. I don't want to say it's a "make or break" (for those who have full-time working parents), but some of the extraordinary events that happen at Starbright REQUIRE parental involvement for the greatest experience overall. We attended for years (from 22 months to 6 yrs old x 2 kids approx. 2 yrs apart - both at Starbright) that included a plethora of involved parents: Our experience was far & beyond anything we could have imagined possible in a preschool! Bottom-line: YOUR involvement is what helps Starbright to fulfill its mission & vision FULLY! Starbright Preschool is an extremely valuable, enriching, and loving experience that I wish I had as part of my own childhood. It's not the cheapest, and it's not a specifically academically-focussed preschool. But what it IS at its core -what it provides to each child, your child - is a safe, fun, kid-based/age-appropriate learning environment that develops your child as a WHOLE person, adequately preparing your child for all-around success in grade school, Life, and the future. This review was written as my kids are currently in 3rd & 5th grade. I felt the need to post this after seeing fellow parents of Starbright "graduates" at a middle school (MS) for the writing test portion of application to the MS Academy. We parents couldn't stop talking about how much we loved and appreciated Starbright Preschool!!!

I waited a few years to write this review to have clarity on the situation and not just write with…read moreemotion. Four years later, I still have an extremely negative impression of this school. The blame, I believe, lies entirely with the director at the time, Jean. Perhaps she's still there. I get the feeling my son was accepted for an afternoon slot so Jean and Starbright could get extra money. There was no other explanation for why a new toddler would be accepted if there was no support available for him. My wife took him to the preschool for only 1.5 hours of the 3 hours we paid the first week so everyone could get used to the new situation. She would stay after to talk with teachers and let our son play on the playground. The second week, our son was there for 2 hours. At each pick up, we checked in with the teachers who assured us that our son was progressing as expected. This was his first experience with out-of-home child care. We knew he cried when we left, and we left quickly to make the transition easier for all. We also let everyone at the school know our son cries loudly and they should not be alarmed. On the Friday of the second week, we were pulled into Jean's office and told "this is not working out." She said that one teacher was out pushing him on the swings for the two hours he was in the school's care. The other teacher was with the rest of the kids. I don't blame the teachers, who seemed to lack experience, but the director for putting us and the teachers in such a situation, then not keeping us in the loop and "firing" us with no notice. And when she asked us not to return, she didn't even know our son's name! Our son went on to a fabulous preschool after this horrid place for 2 wonderful years and is now a successful elementary student. I strongly urge you to reconsider when thinking of this school.

Best Pre-School around! My child loves going to school here, and has a smile everyday! Grace…read moreLutheran does an amazing job of providing quality, age-appropriate, curriculum that is fun and educational. I also love that they use an online program for open communication and daily updates. I have nothing but confidence throughout my day knowing my kid is in good hands. Thank you to all the wonderful teachers and staff at Grace Lutheran Pre-School!

Started my daughter in this preschool just a few months ago. I was reluctant to enroll her in any…read moresort of day care but I didn't have a choice and so after visiting a few in the Lockhart area I had no doubt that Grace Lutheran would be the one. I was so blessed by this little school. My daughter really enjoys her time there, she always talks about her teacher Mrs L. and all her friends. I've never had any concerns for my daughter being neglected or treated harshly etc. She mimicks the way everyone talks to her and its always kind and calm LOL. She is always happy to tell me about their little crafts they do, she sings the songs they teach and I really like that they incorporate some simple Christian teachings. We are having to move and honestly the only sad part of the move for me is leaving this preschool! The school is always clean and well organized and available to be contacted very easily. Highly recommend this school and have recomended to several friends of mine already.

This is a lovely meeting center with many rooms from small to large - a great spot for gatherings…read moreof all kinds. "We offer venues that accommodate a handful of people up to an audience of 1,007. Our historic spaces have hosted full-capacity crowds for Secretary of State Antony Blinken, researcher and storyteller Brené Brown, Surgeon General Vivek Murthy and many more." So, not only students and faculty can book a room, so can outside groups. You just have to touch base with the staff to inquire. I attended a half-day conference here in early 2025, and it was quite well done.

We are so thankful for this program. Our daughter just completed her first year there and the…read moregrowth and development we see in her is incredible. Monica is not only an amazing teacher, but an incredible support for helping us raise our children in the best possible way. Our daughter is so confident, has learned how to play independently and be at ease in a way we never saw before. Her imagination and love for art have grown so much, as well as her physical strength. She can climb trees, and play with just about any rock or stick anywhere we go. The love and dedication Monica put into this program and all the children is very clear, and the amazing bonus has been the great community of caring parents we have met through the school. We will always be grateful to have found Maestra Monica, our daughter looks forward to school everyday and we look forward to the years ahead being a part of this community.

We absolutely loved our time at Goddard Steiner Ranch!…read more Both of my daughters (ages 1.5 and 3) attended for about a year, and I can honestly say it was such a wonderful experience from start to finish. My youngest was only there for about six months, but in that short time she learned so much -- singing her ABCs, counting, naming colors, and even identifying emotions! Ms. Amy and Ms. RiRi were amazing with her, and she adored going to school every morning. My 3-year-old had Ms. Rosie for a bit, who was so warm and engaging -- she even taught her how to "boop," which she still does to people to this day! Then she moved on to Ms. Abby and Ms. Mary, who are both phenomenal teachers and truly loved by all the kids (especially my daughter -- they were her favorites!). The front office staff was always welcoming, accommodating, and communicative. The daycare itself is clean, organized, and full of fun, creative activities. One thing I really appreciated is that there wasn't a lot of staff turnover, which made it feel more like a family. We had to move, otherwise we'd still be there. We miss the teachers and the community so much. If you're considering enrolling -- take a tour, and see for yourself!

I'm updating my review since I found LOTS of horrible reviews of this school from other parents…read moreand employee reviews of this school that are.. eye opening to say the least. I attached those screenshots so they don't get buried with the good reviews Jennifer pays people to write. Also for parents, if you seem skeptical ask questions! My cell is 7132926701 you can reach out to me there or you can reach out to me on Facebook etc. It's obvious Jennifer Burton ( the owner) wants to refute these claims, but I will not be silenced. My child starts to physically shake walking into any other school now. I keep asking myself why? what happened to my child at that School? She's terrified, and that is so not normal. Parents- if your kiddo is screaming and crying saying "I don't like my school" LISTEN TO THEM!

I love this park. It's spacious, clean of garbage and debris and welcoming. They often have a…read morevariety of events taking place from political to holiday events and so on. The rec center itself has basketball courts, offers programs for kids, classes for adults and kids alike (yoga, karate, and so on) etc. Everyone involved seems to really want to be there to help the community in any way they can. PS: Our dog gives the park area two paws up.

I visited the Pan American recreation center Park for the Dia de Los Muertos festivities. This is a…read morelovely spot with a big stage area and playground. It was a lovely setting and easy to get to by bus or parking in the nearby neighborhood.