At a Glance
Trust Score
Based on comprehensive analysis of reviews, safety records, and operations.
About Ttlc Dba The Children'S Courtyard
Academic Learning with Live Video Access
The Children's Courtyard on Dallas Drive emphasizes academic readiness through its research-based Learning Pathway curriculum. Led by Director Mallary Allbright, who holds over ten years of early education experience, the center focuses on turning every interaction into a learning opportunity. The facility features a two-building campus with age-appropriate labs designed for hands-on exploration in math, science, and social skills. Parents can maintain a close connection to their child’s day through the SproutAbout app, providing live streaming video and real-time activity updates. The program is designed for modern convenience, offering transportation to local elementary schools including Live Oak and Pond Springs. With a focus on healthy meals and physical fitness, the center aims to support the development of the whole child in a secure, professional setting within the Austin community for nearly two decades.
What Parents Say
5 reviews from parents
I cannot say enough wonderful things about this daycare! From the moment we walked in, we felt welcomed, supported, and confident that our child would be in great hands. The teachers are incredibly warm, patient, and genuinely invested in every child’s growth. They take the time to communicate daily updates, share photos, and celebrate milestones, which gives me so much peace of mind. The facility is always clean, safe, and well-organized, with plenty of engaging activities that keep the kids excited to come back each day. I love how they balance learning, creativity, and play—my child is always coming home happy and proud to show off something new they’ve learned. If you’re looking for a daycare that truly feels like a second home, I highly recommend this one. They go above and beyond in every way. Five stars isn’t enough!
My kid is going here since 4 months and we absolutely love this childcare center! Our little one is always excited to go in the morning, which already says a lot. The staff is super warm, patient, and genuinely cares about the kids. They keep the place clean, organized, and full of fun activities that keep the kids learning without even realizing it. The teachers know the kids well , and they’re really understanding and flexible whenever we need anything. It honestly feels like a safe and happy second home for our child. Highly recommend to any parent looking for a place they can trust!
I LOVE THIS PLACE!! They have done such an incredible job teaching and guiding my daughter as she grows and expands her knowledge. She started around the age of 2 and she (unlike other kids) does not like change in her life so when we switch childcare, she would cry almost everyday at drop off and pick up. I commend this team for trying everyday to bring comfort to her as soon as she walks. Now she walks in with an ease and enjoys going to daycare. I can't thank them enough. My daughter just turned 3 and she can count to 20, recognize letters, color and numbers. Her vocabulary has expanded tremendously as well as her social skills. This team truly care about your child as if it were they're own, and you can't get that anywhere else.
Our children have been going there for over two years, and it has been the best childcare experience we have had. The staff and teachers have been so kind and helpful; the children have learned so many amazing new things along the way. They are constantly finding new projects and adventurous things for the kids to do...not only do we get to see it through updates and photos; we hear all the stories when the children come home. They all do this with smiles on their faces and love in their hearts. Children's Courtyard has always been flexible with our demanding schedule and I truly appreciate that everyone there treats us as family. Finding the right childcare is one of the most difficult choices a family may make, but we managed to find it. And I am so grateful for you all.
We've taken our kids here since it was Tutor Time and they have been through a lot of changes and staff. Some people I miss, some we were happy to have gone. Even when I didn't care for a certain director or teacher I never felt my kids were in bad hands, my kids have always enjoyed coming to "school" which is why we stayed through the changes. Now I really enjoy everyone working there and I appreciate them for little things they do. When my husband forgot it was Halloween costume day they made sure my kiddo didn't feel left out by finding him an outfit from the dress up box. When I saw the photos of the costume parade (because they send TONS of photos/ videos/ updates) and saw him in that outfit my heart melted in appreciation for the staff. My son doesn't go to kindergarten yet and he is only part time at Children's Courtyard but he's already counting, recognizing his name and the letters, and knows how a lot of stuff works (nature/machines/etc) and I'm fully crediting this staff. The incredible things he says when we leave for the day blow my mind for someone his age. I'm constantly asking him where he "learned that" and he just says "school". Admin is amazing, flexible with our schedule, responsive to emails, and communicate well with anything to do with the kiddos.
Web Report
Aggregated insights from public records & parent discussions
Safety Record
No specific news incidents or major lawsuits were found for the 6801 Dallas Dr location; however, the broader 'Children's Courtyard' brand in Austin faced high-profile lawsuits in 2024 regarding abuse at its West William Cannon Drive branch. State licensing for this specific location (ID: 865861) is current, and it maintains a 'verified' status on several childcare platforms. Parents are advised to distinguish between different Austin branches when researching news reports.
Parent Reputation
Overall reputation is moderate with an aggregate rating of approximately 3.7 out of 5 stars based on reviews across multiple platforms. Parents frequently praise the live streaming video access and the dedication of long-term staff members like the Team Lead. However, some mixed reviews reflect common corporate daycare themes such as varying levels of communication and adherence to strict rules.
Staff Insights
The facility is led by Director Mallary Allbright, who has over 10 years of experience in early education and has been Director at this location for three years. Collective staff experience at this branch is cited as over 70 years, featuring long-tenured employees such as Team Lead Carol Hudson. While corporate-wide reviews for the brand mention high turnover in the Austin area, specific feedback for this location highlights several stable, veteran caregivers.





