Find Trusted Child Care Providers Near Me in Austin, TX
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Michelle R. says "Caitlin worked for us for almost a year, as a nanny, watching my daughter (between 1-2 years old) and we adore her! She was incredibly sweet and...
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- $44/hr
Christie R. says "Don't look any further ~ Charlcie is absolutely amazing! She's professional, punctual, and very personable - So loving to our little one. We worked...
Kelsey M. says "We loved working with Justyn. The cherry on top was meeting and getting to know her child! We love that our kiddo gets a playmate when Justyn sits. She is...
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- $25/hr
Care Member says "Kayla is AMAZING! She is so professional and kind and put us at ease for our first time using a babysitter outside of family/friends. She sent picture...
Care Member says "We’ve been blessed to have Ruth as our full-time nanny since our son was just a baby, and now he’s almost 4. Ruth is caring, supportive, and incredibly...
Chynna U. says "Ashley is wonderful! We have been using her for months now regularly and could not be happier. Our nearly one year old son now loves her and gets so...
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- $15/hr
Allison F. says "Tania is the absolute best. My younger (1 year old) was very picky with who took care of her and from day one her and our 3 year old loved Tania. No...
Margaret C. says "I hired Kyndal once to watch our kids at a hotel for an out of town wedding. She was fantastic - showed up with small arts and crafts, the kids really...
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- $25/hr
Kila J. says "She's just the sweetest caring nanny and my kids adore her!"
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- $25/hr
Eleanor H. says "We connected with Bridgette for a one-time day of child care while we were visiting family in Austin and we are so thankful for her! Bridgette was...
Care Member says "Cathy was great with our two year old who was home sick. She engaged with him well and did her best to keep him stimulated even though he was under the...
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- $25/hr
Sam J. says "Riah has been watching our son since summer of 2020, when he was just over a year old (now 3.5!). Riah has been an integral part of our home from the very...
Caroline D. says "We love Stacie, and our little G. does too. Stacie is so friendly and loving. She has a ton of experience with little ones, and we have seen her...
Care Member says "Claudia was our nanny for 2 years until our children started school and she was relocating. She was an invaluable resource to our family- reliable,...
Kristen P. says "Michelle has been a wonderful babysitter for our girls! She's always on time and thoughtful, plays with them and gets back to me quickly!"
Child care centers in Austin, TX
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- $700/mo
Elizabeth F. says "They've honestly been the best daycare that I've brought my child to since forever."
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- $1170/mo
Care Member says "The teachers are awesome. They take care of the kids as if they are their own. Our kids enjoyed their time there "
SamanthaK K. says "The staff at Rainbow Scholars Academy are what truly make it special. They are warm, patient, and you can tell they genuinely love the children. My...
Catherine says "Our daughter had an amazing experience at Eat Play Learn. She came in as a shy almost two year old with barely 30 words to a bubbly two and a half year...
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- $550/mo
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3,066 child care providers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $21.57/hr as of October 2025
The average star rating for rated child care providers is 4.7
Recent child care reviews from local parents in Austin, TX
Child Care Providers in Austin, TX are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 1,627 reviews of the 3,070 listed child care providers
Caitlin C.
- Michelle R.
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- Christie R.
Justyn B.
- Kelsey M.
FAQs for finding child care near you in Austin, TX
How much is child care near me in Austin, TX?
Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $21.57 per hour as of October 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each child care provider has, how many kids you will need them to watch, the age of your children, and whether you need part-time or full-time child care.
How can I find child care near me in Austin, TX?
Care.com currently has 2,727 child care providers near you in Austin, TX. You can search for caregivers by their distance from Austin, TX and by hourly pay rate. Then you can compare their experience, specific services they offer and what age groups of kids they specialize in caring for. You can also read reviews from other families in Austin, TX that have worked with the child care providers you're interested in.
What interview questions should I ask a Austin, TX child care provider?
You want to find a child care provider that will get along with your kids, but also follows many of the same parenting ideas you have. Structure your questions around how your kids behave in certain situations and what the provider thinks is the best action to take. And because there are plenty of activities to do in Austin, TX, you should ask questions about the fun things each child care provider would do to keep your kids happy and entertained. Finally, ask each provider about their past child care experience, references from other families in Austin, TX and if they are certified in first aid and CPR.
What type of child care services are available near me in Austin, TX in October, 2025?
Different child care providers are willing to offer support in different ways. For example, some can provide after-school transportation and others can help with light housework and cleaning. The first step to finding the right type of child care is to outline what you'd like from a candidate before starting your child care search. Think about how much you are willing to pay, the level of experience you wish them to have, if you want them to have any first-aid certifications, and if you need them to handle additional duties beyond taking care of your kids. After this is completed, create an account on Care.com and answer a few questions to find child care providers near you that match your needs. You can then either post a job that can be seen by our extensive pool of caretakers, or search for child care providers on Care.com based on years of experience, hourly rate, availability, distance from your area, etc. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request additional background checks, and hire the child care provider that best meets the needs of your family.
