Opening January 2027 · Now Accepting Interest

Where Little Creatives
Learn, Move & Thrive

Arts-integrated childcare for ages 3–5, inside APAX, Austin's newest performing arts and wellness center.

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Ages 3–5 · Potty-trained 2s welcome Mon–Fri · 8am–3pm Aftercare 3–5pm Full-time, Part-time & Drop-in Year-round

Who We Are

A Creative Home for Your Child

Creative Arts Academy nurtures confident, curious, and creative children through joyful discovery, movement, and exploration, helping every child discover their potential and develop a lifelong love of learning.

We envision an environment where children are empowered to move, create, explore, and problem-solve. By integrating performing arts, STEM, physical activity, and hands-on experiences into early education, we foster confidence, creativity, curiosity, and a strong foundation for lifelong growth.

CAA is housed within APAX, the Austin Performing Arts Complex, where real studios and stages are part of every day.

Ages 3–5
Plus potty-trained 2s
8am–3pm
Monday–Friday
Year-round
August–July
The CAA classroom: a bright yellow wall with orange and green reading nooks, colorful pendant lights, small tables with blue chairs, and a rainbow rug
Our classroom

At Creative Arts Academy

Children Get to…

Move
Build strength, coordination, balance, and physical literacy.
Create
Express themselves through the performing arts and creative play.
Explore
Discover new interests through STEM, movement, and hands-on experiences.
Problem-Solve
Practice curiosity, persistence, and critical thinking.
Connect
Build confidence, communication, and community.
Grow
Discover what they can do and develop skills for life.

What We Do

Our Approach

Academics, STEM, performing arts, and physical development, working together.

Integrate learning + movement. Academics, STEM, performing arts, and physical development work together.
Encourage curiosity. Children get chances to explore, experiment, and ask questions.
Build physical literacy. Dance, climbing, gymnastics, and movement develop coordination, strength, balance, and body awareness.
Foster creativity. Children express themselves through the performing arts, hands-on activities, and imaginative play.
Develop problem-solvers. Children practice persistence, critical thinking, and trying new approaches.
Build confidence. Children take on challenges, discover their strengths, and celebrate progress.
Grow through connection. Children learn to communicate, collaborate, and contribute to their community.
Make childhood joyful. We make space for children to move, play, discover, and love learning.

What We Offer

Programs Designed to Inspire

Full-time, part-time, and drop-in options that flex to fit your family's schedule.

Full-Time & Part-Time Enrollment
Year-round care Monday–Friday, 8am–3pm, with an arts-integrated curriculum, free play, and social development. The enrollment year runs August–July.
Arts Enrichment Aftercare
Extend the day from 3–5pm with dance, visual arts, drama, and more. Offered as an add-on once at least 5 children enroll.
Drop-In Care
Hourly care for families who need it occasionally, based on daily availability. It's a great fit for parents taking classes at APAX.
Ages Served
We welcome children ages 3–5. Two-year-olds are also eligible if fully potty-trained, meaning all bathroom functions are independent, including dressing.

Tuition & Fees

Simple, Transparent Pricing

Families who join in our opening semester lock in a special introductory rate.

Opening Rate
Jan–July 2027
$1,350
per child / per month
  • Full-day care Mon–Fri, 8am–3pm
  • Arts-integrated curriculum
  • $100 supply fee
  • No registration fee
I'm Interested

Opening-year introductory rate

2027–28 School Year
Aug 2027–July 2028
$1,390
per child / per month
  • Full-day care Mon–Fri, 8am–3pm
  • Arts-integrated curriculum
  • $200 supply fee per semester
  • $200 one-time registration fee
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Add-On
Arts Enrichment Aftercare
$325
per child / per month
  • Monday–Friday, 3–5pm
  • Dance, visual arts, drama & more
  • Launches once 5+ children enroll
  • Add to any enrollment plan
Ask About Aftercare
Flexible
Drop-In Care
$15
per hour · $12/hr per sibling
  • No long-term commitment
  • Available 8am–3pm
  • Based on daily availability
  • Great for APAX class parents
Ask About Drop-In

Part-time rates available on request. 30 days' written notice required to withdraw. CTDC staff: ask about staff rates.

A Day at CAA

Sample Daily Schedule

Structure, creativity, and plenty of play, every day.

This is a sample schedule and may change before the program launches.

The APAX Difference

More Than Childcare:
A Creative Launchpad

CAA lives inside APAX, a full-scale performing arts and wellness center. Real studios, stages, and working artists are part of your child's everyday life.

  • Live performing arts: children experience real theater, dance, and performance.
  • Movement every day: dance studios and a kids gym are part of the daily routine.
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The Little Sparks Kids Gym: a climbing wall, foam pit, low bars, balance beam, rainbow tumbling mats, and a play tunnel
Little Sparks Kids Gym Climbing wall, foam pit, bars, balance beam, and tumbling, all sized for little movers.
An APAX dance studio: a large open room with a lit mirror wall, and big sunny windows
Our Dance Studios Bright, open studios with mirror walls and plenty of room for daily dance and movement.

Opening Timeline

How We're Opening

We're growing thoughtfully so every family gets a great start.

Now
Interest list open
Let us know you're interested and we'll keep you posted first.
January 5, 2027
Spring semester begins
We open with a focus on drop-in care, plus opening-rate enrollment.
Spring–Summer 2027
Enrollment grows
Full-time, part-time, and aftercare spots open up as families join.
August 2027
First full school year
Our first full August–July program year begins.

Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What ages do you accept?
Children ages 3–5. Two-year-olds are welcome if they are fully potty-trained, meaning all bathroom functions are independent, including dressing themselves.
When do you open?
CAA opens in January 2027. Spring semester begins January 5, 2027 with a focus on drop-in care, and enrollment builds toward our first full school year in August 2027. Join the interest list to hear about openings first.
What are your hours?
Monday–Friday, 8am–3pm. Arts Enrichment Aftercare runs 3–5pm for enrolled families once at least 5 children sign up.
Do you offer part-time schedules?
Yes. We offer full-time, part-time, and drop-in care. Reach out and we'll help you find the schedule that works best for your family.
What is the withdrawal policy?
Families must give 30 days' written notice to withdraw from enrollment.
How do enrollment and billing work?
We manage enrollment, scheduling, and billing through Jackrabbit Childcare. Families will set up an account to manage their child's profile, payments, and communication.

Limited Spots

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Tell us a little about your family and we'll reach out about enrollment, opening-rate spots, and tours.

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Sending this form doesn't reserve a spot. We'll reply within 2 business days. Please don't include medical or other sensitive details here. We'll collect those privately at enrollment.

Prefer email? Write to us at info@creativeartsacademyofaustin.com