Stepping Stone School

Stepping Stone School

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Delivering the highest quality in Early Childhood Education in Central Texas. Austin's favorite Day C Rhonda Paver and her husband Bill moved to Austin in 1979.

Discouraged by the lack of quality child care, Rhonda started her own school to give other parents the same level of care that she gave her own children. The core philosophy was based on earning the trust of parents, who soon found Stepping Stone School a solid bridge between work and home. As the number of schools expanded, Rhonda went to great lengths to ensure that her rigorous standards were n

06/02/2026

Celebrating our incredible Future Strong™ Educators of the Month! 🌟🍎

Every day, our educators go above and beyond to create meaningful experiences and help children build the skills they need for a bright future. Their passion, creativity, and dedication make a lasting impact on the children and families we serve. 💛

Thank you for bringing the Future Strong™ vision to life through your compassion and commitment to excellence. We are so proud to recognize these outstanding educators and celebrate the difference they make each and every day! 👏✨

06/02/2026

Get ready to move, strengthen, stretch, tumble, and move at Future Strong™ Kinesiology Camp with Coach Darius! See your principal for the dates Coach Darius will be at your school! 💪⚽🧘‍♀️⛳

This action-packed Diamond Club summer experience combines fitness, teamwork, confidence-building, and FUN through exciting daily activities designed to keep children active and engaged ! 🌟

Weekly Highlights Include:
🏋️ Strong Squad Strength Training
⛳ Links Legends Golf
🧘 Flow & Focus Tai Chi & Yoga
🤸 Tumble & Cheer Champs
💃 Move & Groove Dance Fridays

From developing coordination and balance to building self-confidence, self-regulation, and healthy habits, every activity supports our Future Strong™ approach to whole-child development. 💜

✨ Plus — parents are invited to join the fun and dance with their child on Friday!

06/01/2026

Summer fun is here!☀️

Our June calendar is packed with exciting activities, hands-on STREAM learning, splash days, Father’s Day celebrations, music, camping fun, lemonade sales, and so much more!

From big body play and self-regulation development to kindness, empathy, and learning through play, every day is filled with meaningful experiences for our Future Strong™ children.

This month we’re celebrating:
🍉 National Fresh Fruit & Vegetables Month
🕶️ National Sunglasses Day
🌎 World Environment Day
👨‍👧 Father’s Day
🍋 Young Entrepreneurs & Philanthropists™ Lemonade Sale
♟️ Chess Tournaments
💦 Swim Sessions & Sprinkler Days

Here’s to a season full of sunshine, friendships, and unforgettable memories! 🌻

Photos from Stepping Stone School's post 05/29/2026

Did you know empathy is actually hardwired in your child's brain? 🧠💛

Researchers have found that mirror neurons cause children to feel what others feel, but empathy still needs to be nurtured to grow.

In our latest blog, we're sharing 5 simple, research-backed activities you can try at home to help your child develop deeper compassion and emotional understanding:

Focus on feelings
Use pretend play
Find commonalities with others
Practice active listening
Read books about empathy

Raising kind, compassionate children starts with small, intentional moments every day. 💛

Read the full post: https://www.steppingstoneschool.com/teach-empathy-to-children/

05/28/2026

There is nothing more meaningful to us than hearing from the families who trust us with their children each day. 💙

Your kind words, positive reviews, and shared experiences mean the world to our team. They remind us why we do what we do and inspire us to continue creating a nurturing, engaging, and Future Strong™ environment for every child and family we serve.

We truly value and appreciate each and every family in our community. Thank you for your trust, support, and partnership in your child’s educational journey. We are honored to grow alongside your family every step of the way! ✨

05/22/2026

We would like to take this opportunity to thank our military service members and to wish our families a wonderful Memorial Day weekend!

We will be closed in observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 25th in honor of the men and women who have served our country!

05/18/2026

🎓 It's GRADUATION WEEK at Stepping Stone School and we could not be more excited! 🎉

Ourgraduates have worked so hard and this week we celebrate how far they've come. Cap and gowns, big smiles, and even bigger futures ahead! We are SO proud of every single graduate! 🌟

Stay tuned for all the amazing moments this week!

Schedule A Tour | Austin's Premier Early Childhood Education - Stepping Stone School 05/18/2026

✨ See Why Our Difference is Brilliant! ✨

Choosing the right Pre-K for your child is one of the most important decisions you'll make, and we want to make sure you have all the information!

Stepping Stone School Pre-K offers what others simply do not:
✅ Licensed & Regulated by the State of Texas
✅ Proven Academic Success
✅ Flexible Schedules
✅ Advanced Safety & Security Features
✅ CPR & First Aid Certified Staff
✅ Daily Quality Checks

When it comes to your child's future, quality matters. We are proud to go above and beyond to give every child the best possible start. 💚

Ready to see the Stepping Stone difference for yourself? Schedule a tour today!
www.steppingstoneschool.com
512-459-0258

Schedule A Tour | Austin's Premier Early Childhood Education - Stepping Stone School Schedule a tour, experiencing a Stepping Stone School in person is the best way to fully appreciate the comprehensive attention to detail.

05/15/2026

❤️ 36 YEARS OF LOVE, DEDICATION & HEART! ❤️

Today we celebrate someone truly extraordinary... Judy Irish! 🌟

For 36 incredible years, Judy has been a part of the heart and soul of Stepping Stone School. Day after day, year after year, she has shown up with love, compassion, and unwavering dedication to every child and family who has walked through our doors. Judy doesn't just care for children , she pours her heart into them, and it shows in everything she does!

Judy, you are the living definition of what Stepping Stone School stands for. Words cannot fully express how grateful we are for YOU and the immeasurable impact you have made on so many lives over the years. 💛

Here's to 36 years of making a difference, one child, one family, one beautiful moment at a time. We are so honored to call you one of our own!

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1910 Justin Lane
Austin, TX
78757

Opening Hours

Monday 6:30am - 6:15pm
Tuesday 6:30am - 6:15pm
Wednesday 6:30am - 6:15pm
Thursday 6:30am - 6:15pm
Friday 6:30am - 6:15pm