The PREP School of Bee Cave
Daycare center in Austin, TX. 14001 Bee Cave Pkwy, Austin, TX 78738
About the program
The PREP School of Bee Cave is a licensed daycare center in Austin, Texas, on the state register since 2018. It is licensed for 263 children and serves infant, toddler, preschool and school age ages.
The PREP School of Bee Cave is a private preschool offering programs for children from infants through school-age.
It does not accept child care subsidy.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. The PREP School of Bee Cave 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.
746.1205(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 unsupervised in a classroom without the teacher's knowldge.
746.2601(2) - Care Requirements for Pre-Kindergarten Age - Individual Attention
The investigation found that a caregiver was redirecting a child and the child tripped, and the caregiver did not console the child afterwards.
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
Based on the evidence gathered during the investigation, it was determined a caregiver abruptly moved a nap cot while a child was on it.
746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
During the DFPS investigation, it was determined that the bus alarm sometimes malfunctions.
746.5605(4) - AP Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - No Child Unattended
A child was left unsupervised on the bus.
Show all 12 violations on file
746.5625(d)(2) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - Driver or designated employee conduct walk-through and visual check of vehicle
A walk-through of the bus was not completed after the children unloaded. Children often disable the bus alarm at the back door of the bus.
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
This standard was reviewed in relation to the reported allegations and found to be deficient. A name to face account of the children was not completed by the caregiver before returning inside and closing the door and this resulted in a child being left unsupervised.
746.3703(a) - People Whose Behavior/Health Threatens Children Not Present
The director did not intervene to prevent potential risk to children when there were previous concerns about a caregiver possessing vape products on site.
746.3703(d) - No Smoking or Use of Tobacco Including E-Cigarettes or Vaporizers
A caregiver staff had a vape pen and other paraphernalia on property while children were present.
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
A caregiver provided a child with food containing egg products, despite a known and serious allergy. CI: This was corrected and resolved when the operation had a food allergy emergency plan signed by the child's parent within his file and as well in his classroom. Also the director clarified that caregivers would not distribute food, and the kitchen manager would provide appropriate alternative snacks for children with known allergies.
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
Based on the evidence gathered during the DFPS investigation, it was determined that Physical Abuse was Reason to Believe.
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
When disciplining, a caregiver responded inappropriately by biting a child back after being bitten by the child. The caregivers bite resulted in a swollen black and blue mark on the child's forearm.
What parents say
My two kids, each at very different stages/ages, have absolutely thrived at The Prep! We have been there for almost 4 years now - it is the best private preschool / daycare in Bee Cave and even Westlake. Trust me, I have toured them all! I drive all the way to Bee Cave from Westlake because we love it so much! Finding a school around here that supports both a younger and an older child can be challenging, but the…
Sherri Andrade · 5/5 on Google · 9 months agoWe have had a wonderful experience with Prep. The management team is excellent and always stays on top of communication, which gives us great peace of mind as parents. My son has severe allergies, and the staff takes his safety very seriously. They are attentive, proactive, and make sure he is well cared for at all times.The curriculum is creative and engaging, with lots of fun activities that keep the kids excited…
Kalpana Mohan · 5/5 on Google · 5 months agoWe’ve been part of the Prep for five years, and it has truly felt like an extension of our family. From the very beginning, it’s been a place where our kids feel safe, loved, and encouraged to be themselves. We currently have a three-year-old and an 11-month-old here, and the bonds we’ve built with their teachers mean so much to us. Our oldest recently transitioned to kindergarten, and it went far more smoothly than…
Sarah Stotz · 5/5 on Google · 8 months agoWe’ve had such a wonderful experience at The PREP! My son has been in the infant room since he was 5 months old, and his teachers are the best - they don’t just take care of my child, they care for him. Their warmth, patience, and genuine love towards the kiddos give me total peace of mind every day. From the directors to the classroom teachers, everyone we’ve interacted with has been consistently kind, professional,…
Cassidy Rapoport · 5/5 on Google · 9 months agoGetting there
14001 Bee Cave Pkwy, Austin, TX 78738
Questions about The PREP School of Bee Cave
Is The PREP School of Bee Cave licensed?
Yes. The PREP School of Bee Cave holds an active Licensed Center licence from Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation (licence 1658986), with a licensed capacity of 263 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
Has The PREP School of Bee Cave had any inspection violations?
Texas records 12 violations for The PREP School of Bee Cave in the last three years, 10 of them rated high risk by the state, across 25 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 The PREP School of Bee Cave take?
The PREP School of Bee Cave 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 The PREP School of Bee Cave cost?
The PREP School of Bee Cave does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.
