GOOD INFORMATION. BETTER PEACE OF MIND.Español · Always free. No signup required.

Licensed Center · Texas

Bright Beginnings

4634 Kostoryz Rd, Corpus Christi

Last inspected Jun 17, 2026 · Map

3 deficiencies cited

About this program

Licensed capacity
125
Ages served
Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Hours
06:30 AM-06:30 PM
Days
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Programs
School Age Care,Meals Provided ,Snacks Provided,Drop-In Care,Part Time Care,Transportation to/from School ,Field Trips
Accepts child care subsidies
Yes
License type
Full Permit
Issued
Nov 8, 2002
Phone
3618559236

No adverse action, corrective action or permit conditions on record.

State compliance summary

How many deficiencies Texas has recorded for this program, by risk level. This is not a quality rating: it describes compliance with the state’s minimum licensing standards.

1High risk
7Medium-high risk
6Medium risk
3Medium-low risk
0Low risk
12Inspections and investigations on record

Inspection history

Jun 17, 2026 · Inspection
3 deficiencies cited
  • Non-critical Children's Records - Health Statement
    Inspector's note: Three out of the six children's records monitored, did not have the required healthcare provider statement. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2026-07-31.
  • Non-critical Children's Records - Immunizations
    Inspector's note: One out of the six children's records monitored, did not have a current immunization record. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2026-07-31.
  • Non-critical Required Personnel Records
    Inspector's note: Two out of the six records for caregivers, did not have their training records for review. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2026-07-31.
Jan 16, 2026 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Dec 22, 2025 · Inspection
2 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
    Inspector's note: In the older children's outside play area, the underlining black material beneath the tire mulch surfacing, was exposed in several places posing tripping hazards. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-01-23.
  • Critical Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
    Inspector's note: Two out of four children observed seated at the table with bucket type seats were observed to not be strapped properly in their seats. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2025-12-22.
Dec 18, 2025 · Complaint or incident investigation
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Jul 22, 2025 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Jun 18, 2025 · Inspection
5 deficiencies cited
  • Non-critical Required Personnel Records -Training Hours
    Inspector's note: Four out ten staff training records reviewed were missing certificates for health / safety related topics and eight out of ten files were missing up to date first aid / CPR training. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2025-07-09.
  • Critical Install CO Detection System-Electric or Battery Operated-on Every Level of Each Building
    Inspector's note: Operation consist of 3 separate buildings. The 18mo and school-age building is missing a carbon monoxide detector. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2025-06-20.
  • Non-critical Measurement of Use Zone for Stationary Equipment
    Inspector's note: Play structures in the toddler and prek/school-age playground are not meeting the required 6ft use zones. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2025-07-16.
  • Critical AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
    Inspector's note: Two volunteers were present at the operation and providing care to children without prior background check eligibility notice. Note: this was corrected at inspection when volunteers left operation and provider indicated they will not return until background eligibility is received. Risk level: High. Corrected during the inspection.
  • Critical Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
    Inspector's note: Toddler playground has multiple active play structures surrounded by 1-4 inches of wood mulch. There is no surfacing underneath / surrounding the swings in the infant playground. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2025-07-16.
Mar 7, 2025 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Jul 3, 2024 · Inspection
1 deficiency cited
  • Critical Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
    Inspector's note: Loose PVC pipe was observed to be on the ground causing a potential tripping hazard on the 18 month playground. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-07-17.
Jan 18, 2024 · Assessment
1 deficiency cited
  • Non-critical Report Number of Employees
    Inspector's note: A review of the Employee Who Left Employment in 2023 data from January 18, 2024, revealed the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2023 by January 15, 2023, as required. Risk level: Medium Low. Corrected by 2024-01-28.
Aug 10, 2023 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Jul 19, 2023 · Inspection
1 deficiency cited
  • Critical Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
    Inspector's note: Several of the floor tiles in the three year old bathroom were broken. The floor was also bowed and soft to the step. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-07-31.
Jul 17, 2023 · Inspection
2 deficiencies cited
  • Non-critical Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
    Inspector's note: Of the three Infant files reviewed, all three did not have the Infant Feeding Instructions updated. Risk level: Medium. Corrected during the inspection.
  • Critical Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
    Inspector's note: Several of the floor tiles in the three year old bathroom were broken. The floor was also bowed and soft to the step. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-07-31.
Feb 1, 2023 · Assessment
1 deficiency cited
  • Non-critical Report Number of Employees
    Inspector's note: A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2022 data from January 26, 2023, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2022, as required. Risk level: Medium Low. Corrected by 2023-02-06.

Records come from Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation. They describe conditions on the inspection date and may not reflect current conditions.