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Bright Beginnings Preschool
- licensed capacity
- 68
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $202
- year first permitted
- 1999
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About Bright Beginnings Preschool
Bright Beginnings Preschool is a licensed child care center in Wimberley, Texas. The state has permitted it since March 2, 1999, for up to 68 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, infant care and preschool.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 15 visits in the last 3 years and cited 16 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer campFaith-based
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 68 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Infants through 5 year-olds |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based (Wimberley United Methodist Church) |
| Licensed capacity | 68 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Bright Beginnings Preschool has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Hays County has a median price of $202 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Infant
Center$202
Home daycare$181
Toddler
Center$189
Home daycare$172
Preschool
Center$183
Home daycare$170
School age
Center$173
Home daycare$160
State record
Inspection reports for Bright Beginnings Preschool
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 68 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1999
- License number
- #536054
Summary
15 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 27, 2026: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 15 visits · 16 rules in all · 16 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Discipline and child guidance 3
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Safety and hazards 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Background checks 1
For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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Apr 27, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
“Of the 6 children's files reviewed, three needed complete address and telephone number for the parent's prefered doctor or hospital.”
The state verified the correction on May 5, 2026
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“We were unable to find infant written feeding instructions for the infants under 12 months.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 28, 2026
746.2417(2)(A) - Activities for Infants - Multiple Opportunities to Explore Outside Crib
“There was not an infant daily schedule for me to verify if oppertunities for outside play and large and small motor”
The state verified the correction on Apr 28, 2026
746.613(a) - Required Immunizations
“Of the 6 children files reviewed, one needed updated immunizations.”
The state verified the correction on May 12, 2026
- Mar 25, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 20, 2026Visit1 rule cited
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“A vape pen fell from the pocket of a caregiver. It rolled on the floor, and a 20-month-old toddler picked up the vape pen, and held it out to her caregiver to take back.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2026
- Jun 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 12, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Sep 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 10, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Aug 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 19, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
“The emergency practice log was not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 30, 2024
746.1301(a)(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
“One caregiver's CPR and First Aid training expired in June 2024.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 30, 2024
746.611(b) - Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission
“One child's file did not have a health statement.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 30, 2024
746.1301(a)(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
“Five out of the five staff trainings records that were reviewed were missing required training hours.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 29, 2024
746.2209 - Posting of Activity Plan
“None of the classrooms had a posted activity plan.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 29, 2024
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
“The loose-fill in the outdoor play area did not meet the 6 inch requirement.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 29, 2024
746.801(8) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Playground Maintenance Records
“The playground maintenance checklist was not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 29, 2024
746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
“Three caregiver's personnel records were missing their proof of education.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 9, 2024
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“A caregiver was present who did not have a current eligible background check. The caregiver left during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 21, 2024
746.1301(a)(6)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 30 Annual Training
“The director was missing required annual training hours.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2024
Show 11 earlier visits
- Apr 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 2, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 27, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 14, 2023Visit1 rule cited
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“It was determined during the course of this investigation that a caregiver did not check the label on a bottle, resulting in an infant receiving the wrong bottle.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 26, 2024
- Sep 15, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- May 2, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 3, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 15, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 12, 2021VisitNo rules cited
Oct 26, 2021Inspection3 rules cited
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“The operation did not have a current sanitation inspection. The last sanitation inspection was completed on 7/21/2020.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2021
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“During the walk through of Classroom 3 two broken outlet plates were observed.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 29, 2021
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The operation did not have a current fire inspection. The last fire inspection was completed on 8/5/2020.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 3, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Bright Beginnings Preschool
Is Bright Beginnings Preschool licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued March 2, 1999.
When was Bright Beginnings Preschool last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on April 27, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 15 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Bright Beginnings Preschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 16 rules across 4 of 15 visits in the last 3 years; 16 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Bright Beginnings Preschool care for?
68, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Bright Beginnings Preschool accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Bright Beginnings Preschool's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Bright Beginnings Preschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (512) 847-7924 to ask.
What is Bright Beginnings Preschool's phone number?
(512) 847-7924.
Where is Bright Beginnings Preschool?
1200 County Rd 1492, Wimberley, TX 78676.