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Bright Steps TX
- licensed capacity
- 24
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $202
- year first permitted
- 2026
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About
About Bright Steps TX
Bright Steps TX is a licensed child care center in Taylor, Texas. The state has permitted it since January 21, 2026, for up to 24 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Infants
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
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Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 24 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 and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 24 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Bright Steps TX has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Williamson 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 Steps TX
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 24 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Permit issued
- 2026
- License number
- #1816055
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 30, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 8 visits · 7 rules in all · 7 corrected
- Safety and hazards 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Safe sleep 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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- Jul 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 22, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“A fire drill was not conducted in April or May of 2026 according to the drill log.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 30, 2026
746.2426(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
“An infant was observed sleeping in a restrictive device. This was corrected when the caregiver removed the infant from the restrictive device and rocked the infant in her arms.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 30, 2026
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“The operation had not received a sanitation inspection in over 12 months as required.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 30, 2026
- Feb 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 20, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 19, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
“Out of two caregiver files, one caregiver did not have proof of education.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 20, 2025
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“Out of two caregiver files reviewed, one caregiver supervising children did not have proof of first aid training.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 20, 2025
- Oct 20, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 9, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The operation does not have a fire inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 20, 2025
746.4601(3) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Entrapment Openings
“The fence surrounding the outdoor space has openings of 4 inches in some areas between the slats and between 6 to 6.5 inches along the bottom. Children are not currently in care in this space.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 24, 2025
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FAQ
Questions about Bright Steps TX
Is Bright Steps TX licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued January 21, 2026.
When was Bright Steps TX last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on July 30, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Bright Steps TX had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 3 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 7 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 Steps TX care for?
24, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Does Bright Steps TX accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Bright Steps TX'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 Steps TX cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (512) 762-3195 to ask.
What is Bright Steps TX's phone number?
(512) 762-3195.
Where is Bright Steps TX?
589 Carlos G Parker Blvd NW, Taylor, TX 76574. The nearest other daycare we list is Harris Ross Head Start, 1.1 miles away.