The Pillars: Murphy (formerly Whistle Stop Station), located conveniently on Murphy Road in Richardson, offers a range of programs for children starting at 6 weeks of age.
As a premier Christian preschool, The Pillars stands out with its exceptional facilities and its dedication to providing top-quality care. The Pillars: Murphy also services numerous local elementary schools as part of our before and after school program for school-aged students up to age 12. We also offer a variety of camps which provide care for students during school holidays, including our award winning summer camp program, Spring Break camp, Thanksgiving break camp, and Christmas break camp.
The Pillars the perfect choice for parents looking for a trusted and nurturing environment infused with faith-based curriculum. The Pillars also has two additional locations in nearby Rowlett, The Pillars: Chiesa and The Pillars: Hickox.
Try a “free day” of care to see what makes The Pillars: Murphy the perfect choice for your family.
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The Pillars: Murphy Reviews
Mariah Guilmette
April 22, 2025
Our daughter started at 15 months old, and since she had never been to daycare before, we knew it would be a big adjustment. But the amazing teachers in the baby room made the transition so smooth and comforting. Now she’s 3 years old and absolutely loves going to daycare each day! We just finished an Easter event for the kids and it was so much fun we love how involved the families get to be!
We are beyond thankful for every single staff member and I would name them all but you should just go see for yourself! Mrs. Madalyn, Mrs. Michelle, and Mrs. Elaina at the front desk have been with us since day one, and their kindness, patience, and warm smiles have meant the world to our family. They’ve helped make Whistle Stop/The Pillars feel like a second home.
We wholeheartedly recommend to any family looking for a loving, supportive, and nurturing daycare!
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Sheri Hamilton
April 18, 2025
We LOVE LOVE LOVE The Pillars Richardson/Murphy ! Best daycare ever! Where do I start??? They love our 2 yr old lil guy which is super important obviously 😉 The Pillars is SO organized from top to bottom: excellent curriculum and activities, excellent monthly lunch/snack menu, great app to keep us informed and reminded of events. I feel tuition/fee is extremely fair! I love the daily communication , love the security of the building, love the cleanliness, fun theme weeks! The Pillars is always decorated BEAUTIFULLY and ELABORATELY for holiday and theme weeks. I can’t imagine being anywhere else ❤️
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Kendall Strickland
April 04, 2025
Our experience at The Pillars has been nothing short of amazing! My son started there in October 2024 at just 21 months old, and it was his first time in daycare. Initially, he struggled with the transition, but the incredible teachers and staff provided him with the support he needed. They comforted him, held him, and showered him with love until he felt comfortable.
Fast forward to now, and he is thriving, happy, and excited to go to daycare every day! He has learned so much and has truly blossomed thanks to the nurturing environment at The Pillars. If you're looking for a place where your child will feel loved, safe, and well taken care of, I highly recommend The Pillars. They have a wonderful curriculum that truly makes a difference in child's development.
We drive 30 minutes each way to bring him here, and it’s absolutely worth it for the peace of mind we get knowing he is in great hands.
Thank you, The Pillars, for all that you do!
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Annie Sifuentes
August 22, 2024
We've had such a wonderful experience at Whistle Stop Daycare! My girls absolutely love it here, and it's clear that they feel right at home. The staff is so warm and caring—they truly treat my children as if they were their own. Every day, I drop them off, knowing they're in a safe and loving environment. We couldn't be happier with the care and attention they receive at Whistle Stop. Highly recommend!
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Alicia Temple
August 15, 2024
As a parent, finding a daycare that you can trust and that your child loves can be a daunting task. We have continuously been relieved of this worry with Whistle Stop Richardson. The staff has loved our son since he started at 5 months old in 2020. The staff has always been incredibly nurturing, professional and attentive, plus facilities are clean, safe and well-organized. Our child has thrived under their care, and we highly recommend Whistle Stop Station to any parent seeking care for their little one.
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