The Childrens Courtyard in Austin, TX offers early childhood education for pre–kindergarten through kindergarten in a nonsectarian, city–based setting within the Circle C Ranch neighborhood.
Founded in 1986, the school serves 122 students with a student–teacher ratio of 61, supported by 2 full–time teachers.
The school's enrollment reflects 50% student color representation, indicating diversity within the student body.
As a co–educational early childhood program, The Childrens Courtyard is located in a large city community and provides care and learning opportunities for young children.
The school is part of Austin's private preschool landscape, where average tuition for elementary private schools is approximately $18,218.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1986
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
122 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for The Childrens Courtyard?
The application deadline for The Childrens Courtyard is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is The Childrens Courtyard located?
The Childrens Courtyard is located in the Circle C Ranch neighborhood of Austin, TX.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to The Childrens Courtyard is New Leaf Academy (1.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Bright Horizons Family Solutions (1.4 miles away)
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Location
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Quick Facts
Bright Horizons Family Solutions
Daycare / Preschool
6111 Davis Ln
Austin, TX 78749
(512) 301-9449
Austin, TX 78749
(512) 301-9449
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 39 students
9604 FM 1826
Austin, TX 78737
(512) 579-7915
Austin, TX 78737
(512) 579-7915
1.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 18 students Avg. class size: 7 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Primrose School Of Southwest Austin
Daycare / Preschool
4920 Davis Ln
Austin, TX 78749
(512) 292-7792
Austin, TX 78749
(512) 292-7792
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 184 students Avg. class size: 15 students
3207 W. Slaughter Lane
Austin, TX 78748
(512) 472-2559
Austin, TX 78748
(512) 472-2559
2.5 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 104 students Avg. class size: 22 students Tuition listed
13401 Escarpment Blvd.
Austin, TX 78739
(512) 891-1679
Austin, TX 78739
(512) 891-1679
2.5 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 697 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 17 Tuition listed
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