Business Details
20 Years
experience
Your Trusted Preschool in Cedar Park, TX
Founded in 2006, Rising Stars Preschool was established by two stay-at-home moms seeking a high-quality early education option in Austin. Our mission centers on providing a safe, nurturing environment that fosters academic readiness, social-emotional growth, and creativity. With a focus on retaining experienced educators, we maintain a low teacher turnover rate, ensuring consistency for children. Our academic curriculum prioritizes kindergarten preparation through structured learning in literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking. We offer specialized programs for infants through pre-kindergarten, complemented by summer camps and enrichment classes.Our leadership team brings decades of combined experience in education and administration. Community engagement remains central to our values, demonstrated through annual charitable initiatives and scholarship programs. As a women-owned local business, we prioritize partnerships with families to create a supportive educational ecosystem. Our facility in Cedar Park serves families seeking a balance of academic rigor and compassionate care.
Services
Ducklings Class
Foxes Class
Pandas Class
Monkeys Class
Pre-K Programs
Summer Camps
Enrichment Classes
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We maintain a 1:6 teacher-to-student ratio for personalized attention
- Our staff includes educators with 12+ years of tenure
- Academic curriculum prepares children for kindergarten success
- Enrichment programs include art, music, and science exploration
- Women-owned local business serving Austin and Cedar Park communities
What people say
Exceptional teachers
Well-structured curriculum
Excellent communication
Smooth kindergarten transition
Engaging enrichment programs
Services
Ducklings Class
Designed for 12-24 month olds, this program focuses on motor skill development and early socialization. Children learn routine adherence while practicing sharing and turn-taking with peers. Our caregivers emphasize emotional growth through structured play and sensory activities.
Foxes Class
For 2-year-olds, this class introduces letter sounds, numbers, and basic shapes. We incorporate potty training support and personal hygiene instruction while developing early math concepts through sorting activities and pattern recognition exercises.
Pre-K Programs
Our Bear and Owls classes prepare 4-5 year olds for school transition. Curriculum includes writing practice, number sequencing to 20, and foundational math operations. We emphasize confidence-building and independent learning skills for academic success.
Summer Camps
Weekly themed camps run July with rotating topics like science experiments, culinary arts, and water play. Each session combines creative exploration with hands-on learning, maintaining small group sizes for personalized attention during summer months.
Enrichment Classes
After-school enrichment options include reading labs, music & dance, and art integration programs. These classes enhance core curriculum through specialized instruction in creative expression and experiential learning activities.
People
Mandy Brown
Director
Mandy Brown has led Rising Stars Preschool since 2011, combining administrative expertise with hands-on classroom experience. As both director and parent, she prioritizes family engagement and teacher development while maintaining educational standards.
Mafel Masuno
Co-Founder
Co-founder Mafel Masuno established Rising Stars Preschool in 2006 after identifying gaps in local early education options. With human resources expertise, she focuses on staff development and maintaining the school's original educational vision.
Kelly Rouhselang
Co-Founder
Kelly Rouhselang co-founded Rising Stars Preschool to create an academically focused alternative to daycare models. She oversees curriculum development and community partnerships, drawing on 19 years of experience in early childhood education leadership.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We accept children from 12 months through pre-kindergarten, with specialized programs for each developmental stage.
Is potty training required for enrollment?
Potty training support begins in our Foxes class (ages 2), but we accommodate children at all stages of development.
What safety measures are in place?
Our facility maintains secure access controls, daily health screenings, and comprehensive staff background checks for child safety.
Do you offer part-time enrollment options?
We provide flexible scheduling with full-time and part-time options available across all classroom programs.
Are meals provided during the day?
We offer morning and afternoon snacks following nutritional guidelines, while families provide lunch for their children.
How do you communicate with parents?
We use daily communication logs, regular parent-teacher conferences, and digital updates to maintain open family engagement.
