Mary Mcleod Bethune Early Child Development Nursery
900 Kinney St, Corpus Christi, TX
We are a directory, not the daycare. We cannot hold a spot, enroll a child or answer questions about care.
Own this daycare? Claim itAbout
First Presbyterian Preschool is a licensed child care center in Corpus Christi, Texas. The state has permitted it since December 31, 1986, for up to 80 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:45 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with part-time care.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 21 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:45 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:45 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:45 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:45 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:45 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Newborn through 5 years old (pre-kindergarten) |
|---|---|
| Programs | Part-time care |
| Approach | Faith-based (Christian) |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Accreditation | Texas Rising Star (4 star) |
| Licensed capacity | 80 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
First Presbyterian Preschool has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Nueces County has a median price of $153 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
State record
21 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 10, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 21 visits · 7 rules in all · 7 corrected
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.
Own this daycare? Add your response to the state record
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity
“The caregivers on the playground were observed via video footage not properly supervising the children playing on the playground.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 7, 2026
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity
“A child was accidentally left unattended in the hallway for an unspecified duration while transitioning to the playground area.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 22, 2025
746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
“The unitary surfacing in the outdoor play area contains two holes within the swing zone, which may present a tripping hazard for children during outdoor activities.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 8, 2025
746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
“There was no current gas leak inspection. The last gas leak inspection was conducted on 1/16/23.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 8, 2025
746.2428 - No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on File
“Inspector observed one three month old infant swaddled in a crib while asleep.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 25, 2025
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity
“A child was left unsupervised in the hallway for a timeframe of approximately 30 seconds to 1 minute.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 20, 2024
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“An employee at the operation did not use good judgement when the classroom door and baby gate were left open, which allowed a child to walk out of the classroom unsupervised.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 20, 2024
746.305(a)(3) - AP Report a Child In Care Showing Signs and Symptoms of Illness Requiring Hospitalization
“The director of the operation did not notify Child Care Licensing when a child became ill and was transported by emergency services, requiring medical care.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 23, 2023
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“Two caregivers left one child in the hallway for a minute. Caregivers were unsure of how many children they were responsible for.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 16, 2023
Reviews
If your child goes or went here, your review helps other parents. We check every review against our review guidelines.
900 Kinney St, Corpus Christi, TX
Corpus Christi, TX 78404 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
417 S Upper Broadway St, Corpus Christi, TX
602 S Carancahua St, Corpus Christi, TX
900 S Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX
1301 Santa Fe St, Corpus Christi, TX
924 Winnebago St, Corpus Christi, TX
2018 Marguerite St, Corpus Christi, TX
902 16th St, Corpus Christi, TX
FAQ
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued December 31, 1986.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 10, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 21 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 5 of 21 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.
80, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Monday to Friday, 7:45 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (361) 887-7116 to ask.
(361) 887-7116.
430 S Carancahua St, Corpus Christi, TX 78401. The nearest other daycare we list is Corpus Christi Community Center, 0.1 miles away.