🏆 Ranked #11 in Cedar Park / Leander / Liberty Hill · 7.1 / 10 overall
Awards Earned
Best Curriculum
Earned the highest curriculum score in Cedar Park / Leander / Liberty Hill. This dimension evaluates structured learning, developmental programming, and how well daily activities prepare children for each stage.
Best K-Ready
Earned the highest kindergarten-readiness score in Cedar Park / Leander / Liberty Hill. This dimension reflects pre-literacy, pre-math, and school-readiness preparation reported by parents and visible in the curriculum.
Full Ranking Detail
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Guidepost Montessori at Brushy Creek is a Montessori-certified learning center in Cedar Park serving infants through school-age children across a 233-seat campus open 7 AM–6 PM year-round. With a 4.3 Google rating from 45+ parents and 86% recommendation rate, the center is recognized for Montessori-trained guides described as kind and attentive, backed by daily photo and video updates via the Transparent Classroom app. Students follow Maria Montessori's child-led curriculum with prepared environments across literacy, mathematics, and practical life, typically reading by age 4. The center qualifies for Texas Education Freedom Accounts funding for Pre-K and kindergarten. Two high-deficiency citations on the HHSC record and non-acceptance of child care subsidies represent meaningful gaps for cost-conscious families.
Safety6.0
Curriculum9.0
Art / Music6.0
Infant care7.0
Kindergarten readiness8.0
Teacher quality8.0
Compassion8.0
Management7.0
Culture8.0
Class sizes4.0
Extracurriculars7.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Follows Maria Montessori's child-centered principles with prepared environments and 'Follow the Child' methodology. Students typically read by age 4 and master four-digit math by kindergarten. Core areas: Literacy, Mathematics, Practical Life, Sensorial exploration, Grace & Courtesy.
Programs & activities: Programs for Nido (6 weeks-18 months), Toddler (18 months-3 years), Children's House (3-6 years with Kindergarten capstone), and Language Immersion option. Extended year-round full-day care 7 AM-6 PM Monday-Friday. Daily photo/video updates, milestone meetings, Parent's Night Out events, and community activities.
What sets it apart: Participates in Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) for Pre-K and Kindergarten funding. Currently offering 20% discount on first 3 months for fall enrollment.
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