Emerson Academy
Daycare center in Round Rock, TX. 1 Valley View Dr, Round Rock, TX 78664
About the program
Emerson Academy is a licensed daycare center in Round Rock, Texas, on the state register since 2008. It is licensed for 133 children and serves infant, toddler, preschool and school age ages.
Emerson Academy is a non-profit, inclusive child development center in Round Rock, Texas, serving children from infancy through school age.
The program follows a play-based approach and offers Spanish.
It accepts child care subsidy.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. Emerson Academy 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 room while in care.
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 opened a playground gate and entered the parking lot.
746.3317(6) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Use Sanitary Holders
During an investigation it was found that the operation did not use sanitary holders between food and the floor.
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
Prohibited punishment was used by a caregiver while trying to calm a child.
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
During a DFPS investigation, there was sufficient evidence to support that physical abuse occurred.
Show all 9 violations on file
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
During a DFPS investigation it was found that a caregiver pulled a child by the arm and held them above the ground while carrying the child by the arm and held the child down against their nap mat.
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
One out of ten caregivers did not have current CPR/First Aid on file.
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
The outdoor play area does not have 6 inches of loose-fill around the equipment.
745.651(2)(A) - Background Check Validation ' Every 3 months each operation, other than a licensed, registered, or listed home, must validate current list
A caregiver was missing a valid background check due to the operation not properly verifying the people list. The caregiver was sent home to wait for clearance.
What parents say
Emerson Academy was a wonderful place for our family. We were so sad to leave when we moved out of town. The teachers and administrators were caring, attentive, and professional. They clearly loved our children and were invested in their growth and development. My son especially loved the animals and affectionately called it "goat school". He transferred there in Pre-K and his teachers were so patient and supportive…
Caitlin Supcoff · 5/5 on Google · a year agoEmerson is the best daycare our children have ever been to. It’s run seamlessly, it’s a non-profit, they have a huge garden, they raise goats, pigs and bunnies, and they make homemade meals for the children with an onsite Chef. It could not be any more IDEAL. I feel so incredibly lucky that I was able to get my children into this school. 11/10 recommend!
Courtney Smith · 5/5 on Google · a year agoMy daughter has been going to Emerson for about 3 months now and is in the infant class. She absolutely loves going each day and lights up when seeing her teachers. They truly care for her and love on her and I couldn't ask for anything more. I really appreciate the communication throughout the day and pictures that we are sent regularly. It helps put my mind at ease knowing she's being taken such good care of and…
Jessica Crandall · 5/5 on Google · 3 years agoWe are extremely disappointed in our experience with Emerson Academy. On Tuesday, our son was allegedly injured by another child. We received two phone calls that day with conflicting explanations of what happened. Out of concern, we went to pick him up and spoke with staff, including Stacey, who stated she would review the video footage and follow up with us. Despite being told we’d hear back by 6/25, we’ve received…
Leila Pomales · 1/5 on Google · a year agoGetting there
1 Valley View Dr, Round Rock, TX 78664
Questions about Emerson Academy
Is Emerson Academy licensed?
Yes. Emerson Academy holds an active Licensed Center licence from Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation (licence 881992), with a licensed capacity of 133 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
Has Emerson Academy had any inspection violations?
Texas records 6 violations for Emerson Academy in the last three years, 5 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 Emerson Academy take?
Emerson Academy 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 Emerson Academy cost?
Emerson Academy 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.
