FAQ: Learn More About Children's Lighthouse of Kyle
Last updated July 15, 2026
Is Children’s Lighthouse of Kyle a daycare and preschool in Kyle, TX?
We are a premier Early Learning School and preschool. More than a daycare, we offer childcare services for children ages 6 weeks up to 6 years through our advanced prekindergarten program. We have afterschool programs for children up to age 12. Even for infants and toddlers, we have a specific curriculum and focused developmental assessments through our BRIGHT® curriculum. To learn more on our programs for infants and toddlers, click here.
How do I enroll my child at Children's Lighthouse of Kyle?
Enrolling your child at our preschool in Kyle, Texas is simple. Start by scheduling a tour so you can see our facility, meet our experienced teachers, and get a feel for what makes Children's Lighthouse of Kyle special. After your tour, when you are ready to enroll, you can email, call or text us to confirm. We will send you link to complete forms digitally including our enrollment application, required state and school health forms, and our tuition agreement. You'll pay a one-time (non-refundable) registration fee to reserve your child's spot ($150 per child, or $200 per family). Once registered, we'll send you a Guide to your First Day document with everything you need to prepare for your first day — including our new family checklist. If you have questions at any point, you can call us at 737-377-1233 or email Kyle@ChildrensLighthouse.com.
Does Children’s Lighthouse of Kyle have after school programs for school age children?
Yes, we offer an excellent after school program called xSTREAM Quest®. The xSTREAM Quest® program is designed to reinforce your child's knowledge and allow them to use their strengths to achieve a proficiency in design, creativity, and problem-solving. It is a unique offering we feel proud about. To learn more, visit the xSTREAM Quest information overview page.
Does Children’s Lighthouse of Kyle have transportation to and from local elementary schools?
Yes, Children’s Lighthouse of Kyle offers after school pick up for elementary schools including Negley, Kyle Elementary, and Cullen Elementary in Anthem. We offer morning/ AM drop off to Kyle Elementary.
What neighborhoods does the Children's Lighthouse of Kyle provide care to?
Children’s Lighthouse of Kyle offers private daycare and preschool in Kyle, TX including Plum Creek, Anthem, 6 Creeks, Hometown Kyle, Brooks Crossing, Cypress Forest, Stagecoach Crossing, Brooks Ranch, Sage Hollow, Cool Springs, Waterleaf Park, Crosswinds, and we even have some families from Wimberly, Sunfield in Buda, and Blanco Vista in San Marcos joining us. Conveniently located on Veterans drive (FM150), we are close to most of the large neighborhoods in Kyle with easy access to Interestate 35.
Is Children’s Lighthouse of Kyle Early Learning School accredited?
All Children’s Lighthouse Early Learning School are part of an accredited early learning system with the Children’s Lighthouse Franchise Company, with accreditation provided by Cognia. This means each school is required to follow specific procedures on curriculum, operational procedures, and management policies. We’re proud to be part of such a strong brand and a values-based history.
Each early learning school can also choose to obtain an individual accreditation. In order to obtain a school level accreditation, we must be open for specific time periods and follow a fairly lengthy review and approval process. As we are a new school, we haven’t yet had an opportunity to obtain this level of accreditation.
Is Children’s Lighthouse of Kyle a Montessori school?
Montessori is a concept from the early 1900’s. While we agree with foundational values of a Montessori program including various activity stations, active teacher engagement moving around the room, and a focus on the whole student including physical, emotional, intellectual, and emotional, there are certain aspects that aren’t covered which we feel are important in the modern age. Our goal is to ensure your child is prepared for future success. We know that children need to be ready to take on education in today’s society. To learn more why we feel our approach is the best approach to support your child’s development, click here to read the overview and view this video from Dr. Kristi Smith.
How does Children's Lighthouse of Kyle keep my child safe?
Safety is our highest priority at our preschool in Kyle, TX. Our building uses secured entry — parents and authorized guardians must use their personal access code to enter our building. All visitors are verified at our front desk. Parents and authorized guardians provide a list of authorized individuals who may pick up the child and no child will be released without that approval.
Our classrooms are monitored by management and through classroom cameras by both management and parents of enrolled children (who opt into our camera program). Our management team conducts multiple walkthroughs each day. All staff undergo background checks before they are hired, and our teachers are trained in first aid and CPR. Our facility is also designed with age-appropriate safety features throughout, including fenced outdoor play areas. We conduct monthly and quarterly safety and fire drills to maintain readiness.
We also believe cleanliness is a core component to a well-run preschool. We have daily cleaning proceeds and nightly cleaning services in the building. We have monthly pest control services both indoor and outdoor to help reduce any pests. While any preschool and daycare will have seasonal illnesses, our cleaning procedures can help reduce the spread. We also have a Zono Machine which sanitizes toys and small objects.
Finally, we obtain yearly fire inspection, county food safety inspections, and frequent owner/ Director safety checks. To read more about our full approach, visit our Health & Safety page.
What hours is Children’s Lighthouse of Kyle open?
We are open from 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Does Children’s Lighthouse of Kyle require we drop off our children at certain times?
We are proud to offer flexible drop off and pick up times but we do ask that parents drop off by 10AM. We understand in the today’s age of virtual work, multiple income streams, and hassles like traffic can impede day to day lives and disrupt schedules. For our preschool aged classrooms (ages 2 through 5), most of our focused curriculum take place in the morning and early afternoons. We do recommend children arrive by 9.a.m. to take full advantage of the curriculum.
What qualifications are teachers required to have?
Early childhood education and state regulations do not require any specific experience or certification. However, we have several pillars on which we focus to ensure we become the best preschool in Kyle, Tx.
Experience
At Children’s Lighthouse of Kyle, we aim to hire and retain the most qualified teachers, staff, and management. Our lead teachers, at minimum, we aim to have 2 years of lead teacher experience. Our average years of experience of lead teachers is much higher.
Training
Additionally, every teacher joining Children’s Lighthouse of Kyle goes through a rigorous training process. This includes:
30+ hours of webinar and video-based courses focused on our curriculum and early child development
16 hours of in-classroom training and practical experience
In person training for members of our management team called Lighthouse Leadership Academy
Ongoing certification requirements and continuous learning throughout the year
Operational Policies
Our management conducts several daily walk throughs of our classrooms to ensure the policies, procedures, and curriculum are being executed as outlined. We coach and mentor our teachers on the value of following the provided policies.
Assessments
We have regular formal assessments of our staff to ensure our policies, procedures, and curriculum are engrained in our culture. We support our teachers and management staff through monthly or quarterly training, additional 3rd party courses, and training by our franchise coaches.
Compensation and Benefits
Finally, we believe that taking care of our people, means taking care of our children and parents. We aim to offer the most competitive pay and benefits for our teachers and staff to attract, retain, and train the best talent. Through lower turnover and higher levels of retention, we can focus on children rather than continued training of new teachers.
Is Children’s Lighthouse of Kyle an education based preschool?
We have three developmentally appropriate curriculums to support your child’s development. Though we are education focused, we also ensure we embed our learning concepts in activities children see as fun. Whether it is painting, dramatic play, outdoor activities like yoga, or language development through Spanish lessons, our students are continuously learning, but enjoy it!
Q: What makes your infant care program in Kyle, TX different from other daycares?
At Children’s Lighthouse of Kyle, we provide nurturing infant care in Kyle, TX with low teacher-to-child ratios, a safe and clean classroom, and experienced caregivers who focus on building trust and early development.Q: How does your private preschool in Kyle, TX prepare children for kindergarten in your Advanced Pre-Kindergarten Program (APK)?
Our advanced preschool program in Kyle, TX focuses on both academics and social-emotional learning. We use a nationally recognized curriculum with enrichment activities in literacy, math, science, and outdoor learning. With small class sizes and consistent teachers, your child will be prepared not just for kindergarten, but for lifelong success.
What are your child ratios?
Child ratios vary by age, room size, and time of day. In general, infant rooms can care for up to 10 children. The 2 year old room is allowed up to 22 children by state law, we target to max out at 20. During key transitional periods, as well as during our academic/ curriculum heavy portions of the day, we also strive to have extra support teachers in the rooms - especially for our younger preschooler students. Additionally, the older children rooms can support up to 35 children – our ratios will be lower. While we can’t make guarantees on max size always being lower than state requirements, we do take pride in lower counts to focus on your child’s development. If you have specific questions on current enrollments, please reach out to our Director.
Who is your management team?
We have an experienced management team including a Director, Curriculum Coordinator, Administrative Assistant, and Owner.
Do your preschool teachers in Kyle, TX stay long-term?
Yes! Children's Lighthouse of Kyle has experienced preschool teachers with low turnover. Most of our lead teachers have been with us since opening in 2024. This stability helps children build lasting bonds with teachers, which is key for learning and emotional growth.
Do you provide meals, food, or snacks to students?
Yes, Children’s Lighthouse of Kyle provides all meals and snacks to children who eat solid foods. We do not allow outside food in our facility with the exception of formula and breast milk. We pride ourselves on offering nutritious and kid-friendly meals. All meals are prepared daily by our in-house chef.
Our menu is available on bulletin boards in our building for visibility at all times. Additionally, we offer both vegetarian and dairy free alternatives with every meal.
We do not provide formula for infants – parents must supply infants or breast milk for infants. We have strict protocols to feed infants safely.
What do I need to bring for my child?
If you choose to enroll your child(ren) at our facility, we will work with you to get you ready for your families first day. We understand it can be a big change to start at a new early learning center or start a new center for the first time. We have a great checklist for you to consider as you prepare that we will send to you as part of the registration process. If you have more questions, give us a call.
Does Children’s Lighthouse of Kyle have part time options available for students?
Yes, we have part time options available for our enrolled families. We have part time options for children ages 3 and above for our preschool. We offer a 3 day program option that includes Monday, Wednesday, and Friday care or a 2 day program on Tuesdays and Thursday. We also have an academic only option for our Advanced Pre-Kindergarten (ages 5 and older 4 year olds) if you're looking for educational only care from 8AM to 3PM.
How much does it cost to attend Children’s Lighthouse of Kyle? Is Children’s Lighthouse of Kyle expensive?
Children’s Lighthouse of Kyle has a vision to be the best preschool in Kyle TX, and Hays County. We have a beautiful brand-new facility with excellent outdoor playgrounds including a garden, soccer area, and basketball court, in a great location central to families, a unique and proprietary curriculum, and the best teachers and staff.
All of these benefits add additional value for families. Our tuition rates are charged weekly. Tuition ranges based on age and whether full time or part time. We are proud to offer a military and first responders discount to our men and women in uniform. We also have a sibling discount available for families with multiple children enrolled at our school. Our tuition rate is inclusive of meals/ snacks and we don’t charge extra fees for extended hours. Our goal is to always provide a competitive rate, yet provide the highest quality early education. For current tuition rates, please contact our school to learn more.
What outdoor and garden learning spaces does Children's Lighthouse of Kyle have?
Children's Lighthouse of Kyle features a garden, soccer field, and basketball court on our campus as well as with 3 age appropriate playgrounds. We have large outdoor spaces with trees and grass to help connect to nature. Our outdoor spaces are built into the daily experience — not just recess. Children grow plants in the garden, observe nature, and connect classroom lessons to the real world. Fresh air and physical activity are part of how we develop the whole child. Our outdoor spaces complement our CARES® and BRIGHT® indoor curriculum and give kids a place to explore, move, and build confidence every single day.
What enrichment programs does Children's Lighthouse of Kyle offer?
Our enrichment programming includes Spanish language and sign language instruction woven into our curriculum, yoga and movement activities in our outdoor spaces, and STEM-focused design and creativity challenges through our xSTREAM Quest® after-school program. Our Advanced Pre-Kindergarten (APK) program offers an academically rigorous experience designed to make children kindergarten-ready — and beyond. We regularly introduce seasonal and theme-based enrichment activities tied to our monthly Character Values curriculum. These programs are all included as part of the Children's Lighthouse of Kyle curriculum.
At our preschool, we partner with vendors as well including Stretch-n-Grow and Kidokinetics for parents that are seeking even more services. Fees for those programs are managed by the vendors.
Does Children's Lighthouse of Kyle have community partnerships?
Yes. We believe a great preschool in Kyle, Texas is part of the broader community. We actively partner with local elementary schools — including Negley, Kyle Elementary, and Cullen Elementary — to support smooth transitions for our students and provide transportation for families. We are also connected to the Children's Lighthouse Franchise network, which is accredited by Cognia and brings national resources and standards to our local school. We look for opportunities to engage with families across Kyle neighborhoods including Plum Creek, Anthem, 6 Creeks, Hometown Kyle, Blanco Vista, and many others. If you know of a local organization or event you'd like to see us involved with, we'd love to hear from you. Past partnerships include the Anthem 4th of July run, sponsoring youth baseball teams, Kyle city events like Parades, Market days, & fairs. In 2026, we also launched a monthly market where local vendors can setup booths to sell products/ services. Finally, we have also done local food truck Friday’s where parents can optionally purchase food or treats to wind the week down. As a locally owned and operated small business, we love supporting local businesses. For more info or to connect with us, please email kyle@childrenslighthouse.com
What makes Children's Lighthouse of Kyle different from other daycares and preschools in Kyle, TX?
There are several preschool and daycare schools in Kyle, Texas, but Children's Lighthouse of Kyle has a vision to be the best preschool in Kyle. We are a brand-new, purpose-built facility — not a converted space — designed specifically for early childhood education. Our in-house kitchen manager prepares fresh meals daily with a menu that adjusts with the season to provide fresh fruits. We offer a proprietary, accredited curriculum, with three developmentally distinct programs from infants through school age. Many of our leader teachers have been with us since we opened in April 2024 – a key goal of ours is to hire, maintain, and reward our best teachers and staff to ensure the lowest turnover. We believe highly experienced teachers who enjoy their work makes for the best preschool experience in Kyle, TX. We offer military and first responder discounts, sibling discounts, and part-time options — and our tuition is all-inclusive with no hidden fees for extended hours or meals. We believe in open and transparent communication and encourage partnership among the teacher and families and hope to provide a warm community where families can feel confident that if an issue is addressed, our teachers and management will effectively address the concern. Partnership is key. For families in Kyle, Buda, and San Marcos looking for the best private preschool in Hays County, we invite you to come see the difference in person.
Is Children’s Lighthouse of Kyle hiring teachers and staff?
Yes, we are always looking for the best teachers and staff. To learn more, visit the jobs page or call us and speak with our Director.