Galatas Elementary/YMCA
1080 Cochrans Xing, The Woodlands, TX
4.3· 332 reviews
Brighton Academy
- licensed capacity
- 133
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 2009
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About
About Brighton Academy
Brighton Academy is a licensed child care center in The Woodlands, Texas. The state has permitted it since November 18, 2009, for up to 133 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, full-time care, infant care and pre-k.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolOpens before 7 AM
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
- 133 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Infant - School Age |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, full-time care, infant care and pre-k |
| Curriculum | Treetop Friends |
| Enrichment | Spanish language program, music class |
| Licensed capacity | 133 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Brighton Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Montgomery County has a median price of $185 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$185
Home daycare$164
Toddler
Center$172
Home daycare$155
Preschool
Center$167
Home daycare$153
School age
Center$156
Home daycare$144
State record
Inspection reports for Brighton Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 133 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2009
- License number
- #1000707
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 8, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 5 of 10 visits · 7 rules in all · 7 corrected
- Records and paperwork 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Background checks 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Health, medication and illness 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.
The state lists conditions on this permit.
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Sep 8, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.3403 - Documentation of Annual Sanitation Inspection
“The operation did not have current health inspection documentation on file.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 18, 2026
- Jun 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 15, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
“During the course of a DFPS investigation, there is sufficient evidence to support corporal punishment was used on a child.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 30, 2026
745.651(1) - Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving
“Based on a DFPS investigation a former teacher was still active on the provider's list of employees.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 15, 2026
- Nov 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 7, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 3, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“Infant classrooms are out of ratio.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 7, 2025
- Jan 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 19, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
“The operation did not have documentation for fire drills from July 2024 to October 2024. Note: documentation was entered during this inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
Mar 5, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“One infant feeding instruction form was last updated on February 1, 2024.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 6, 2024
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“One food allergy emergency plan was not signed by the parent.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 6, 2024
Show 11 earlier visits
Jul 13, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
“One staff member did not have the education requirement on file.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 24, 2023
Dec 20, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“One staff present and had direct access to children did not have an active background check. Note: the staff member left during this inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2022
- Sep 26, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 22, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
“The caregiver has not completed the required annual training hour on SIDS and Shaken Baby for the training year of February 2021 to February 2022.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 5, 2022
- Jun 28, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
May 26, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“On May 20,2022, It was discovered during a DFPS investigation that the director did not have an active background check.”
The state verified the correction on May 26, 2022
May 26, 2022Visit1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“On May 20,2022, It was discovered during a DFPS investigation that the director did not have an active background check.”
The state verified the correction on May 26, 2022
May 19, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
“Based on the findings from a DFPS investigation the operation employed a caregiver who was found to be neglectful with the children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 28, 2022
- Apr 22, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 20, 2022Visit2 rules cited
746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
“A caregiver of unaware of the children they were responsible for.”
The state verified the correction on May 26, 2022
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
“A child was left unsupervised.”
The state verified the correction on May 26, 2022
Nov 30, 2021Inspection3 rules cited
746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
“One caregiver completed cpr training via online method.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2021
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“One infants feeding form was not signed and dated by the parent. Note: A scanned copy was made of the form.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 1, 2021
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“One caregiver had completed 12 of the required 24 hours of annual training.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Brighton Academy
Is Brighton Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued November 18, 2009.
When was Brighton Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 8, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Brighton Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 5 of 10 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 Brighton Academy care for?
133, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Brighton Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Brighton Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Brighton Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (281) 465-4111 to ask.
What is Brighton Academy's phone number?
(281) 465-4111.
Where is Brighton Academy?
10400 Gosling Rd, The Woodlands, TX 77381. The nearest other daycare we list is Hope Montessori School, 0.3 miles away.