Holy Word Early Learning Center
Daycare center in Austin, TX. 10601 Bluff Bend Dr, Austin, TX 78753
About the program
Holy Word Early Learning Center is a licensed daycare center in Austin, Texas, on the state register since 2019. It is licensed for 154 children and serves infant, toddler, preschool and school age ages.
Holy Word Early Learning Center provides Christ-centered early childhood education for children from infancy through Pre-K in Austin, Texas.
The program follows a play-based and faith-based approach.
It accepts child care subsidy.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. Holy Word Early Learning Center does not publish a fee schedule on its website. Programs in the area that publish full-time tuition have a median starting price of $1,225 a month.
Licensing and safety
Open the state record →Most violations are record-keeping, training or maintenance items, and nearly every program has some. Read what each one was and how fast it was fixed. Texas rates every standard from Low to High by the harm a breach could cause, and records the date each violation was corrected. The narrative is the inspector's own.
746.3805(b)(3) - Administering Medication - Not After Expiration date
A medication was expired at the time of the inspection.
746.3505(b) - Diapering Procedures - Wash Infant's Hands
A caregiver did not wash the infant's hands after changing their diaper. This was corrected during the inspection when I asked the caregiver to wash the infant's hands.
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Of the ten children's files reviewed, four were missing updated immunization records, three were missing health statements, and all ten were missing emergency contact information.
746.3805(b)(1) - Administering Medication - Original Container with Child's Name, Date
Three EpiPens were observed not stored in their original labeled boxes
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
Of the ten staff files reviewed, one employee was missing the required 24 hours of annual training. Additionally, two employees lacked training in emergency preparedness, two in building and premises safety, two in emergency planning, one in child maltreatment, one in administering medication, and one in discipline and guidance.
Show all 17 violations on file
746.501(a)(30) - Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services
The operation did not have written policies on the following: infant safe sleep, how to access the most recent M.S. inspection form, how to contact Licensing, how to access the DFPS website, and procedures for inclusive care.
746.1105(3) - Minimum Qualifications Employees and Caregivers - Affidavit (Form 2985)
Out of the ten staff files reviewed, two employees did not have a notarized affidavit on file.
746.801(8) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Playground Maintenance Records
The operation did not have a completed playground maintenance checklist available for review.
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Feeding instructions for multiple infants had not been updated within the last 30 days.
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Three children do not have updated immunization records on file.
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
Three children do not have a complete food allergy plan. Two of the medicaitons were expired.
746.5319 - Smoke Detectors Testing
The operation has not conducted monthly testing of smoke detectors or carbon monoxide detectors.
746.5307(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
The operation does not have documentation of completing monthly fire extinguisher tests. This was corrected during the inspection when the fire extinguisher were inspected by the director.
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
Two caregivers with a pending background check were present with access to children. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregivers were sent home.
746.2403(5) - Infant Care Area - Space to Walk Between Cribs, Cots or Mats
Based on the evidence gathered during the investigation, the room arrangement created a tripping hazard and injury to a child.
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Based on the evidence gathered during the investigation, good judgment was not used when the required notifications after a child is injured was not made.
746.605(13) - Required Admission Information - Special Needs Statement
The missing Admission information has been corrected.
What parents say
I’m not a member of Holy Word Church, but my daughter attends their daycare in the Toucans group, and I’ve been absolutely blown away by the quality of care and educations she is receiving! Her teacher, Mrs. Yessie, and the other staff are wonderful. My daughter adores them, and every time I visit, the children are clearly engaged, happy, and well-supervised. The daycare also shares photos and updates throughout the…
Alex Havlick · 5/5 on Google · 10 months agoBefore attending Holy Word, our daughter was at a different daycare where we constantly felt stressed - she was sick all the time, and the staff seemed to change every month. We honestly didn’t know how good it could be until we came to Holy Word. Here, we found peace sending both of our children each day, and we’ve also gained an incredible community of friends in the parents and staff. This is not just a place to…
ashley wildrick · 5/5 on Google · 9 months agoWe toured and interviewed an embarrassing amount of schools before deciding to take our daughter to Holy Word. I was convinced that we were looking for the best combination of sterility and safety in a school, and nothing else. While Holy Word has the best parts of those things, what it really feels like is home. In no other visit did we find all of the kids, teachers, and parents all smiling and happy. 3 years in,…
Nolan Maloney · 5/5 on Google · 11 months agoWhen we had our first kid 3 years ago, we were on the fence about sending them so young to daycare vs doing a nanny share. Since then, we've had no regrets due to the great care, learning and faith environment that Holy Word fosters. Its been a great experience and the newest member of our family also now attends. Highly recommend and the price point is also well worth it. Shout out to the Holy Word teachers because…
Noah Scharchburg · 5/5 on Google · 9 months agoGetting there
10601 Bluff Bend Dr, Austin, TX 78753
Questions about Holy Word Early Learning Center
Is Holy Word Early Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Holy Word Early Learning Center holds an active Licensed Center licence from Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation (licence 1676301), with a licensed capacity of 154 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
Has Holy Word Early Learning Center had any inspection violations?
Texas records 17 violations for Holy Word Early Learning Center in the last three years, 3 of them rated high risk by the state, across 14 inspections on file. The median daycare center in the area has 4. Each one is listed above with the date it was corrected.
What ages does Holy Word Early Learning Center take?
Holy Word Early Learning Center is licensed to serve infant, toddler, preschool and school age ages, and is open 7 am to 6 pm, Mon to Fri.
How much does Holy Word Early Learning Center cost?
Holy Word Early Learning Center does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees. The program accepts child care subsidy.
