Tivy Child Development Center
Corner of Tivy and 3rd St, Kerrville, TX
Kerrville's Bright Beginnings
- licensed capacity
- 159
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $171
- year first permitted
- 2025
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About
About Kerrville's Bright Beginnings
Kerrville's Bright Beginnings is a licensed child care center in Kerrville, Texas. The state has permitted it since October 6, 2025, for up to 159 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, full-time care, infant care and part-time care. It says it provides meals.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 16 visits in the last 3 years and cited 21 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolMeals providedOpens 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
- 159 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Ages 0–12 |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, full-time care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Daily life | Meals provided. Extended care: Open early and close late |
| Accreditation | Texas Rising Star (4-Star) |
| Licensed capacity | 159 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Kerrville's Bright Beginnings has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Kerr County has a median price of $171 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$171
Home daycare$154
Toddler
Center$160
Home daycare$148
Preschool
Center$156
Home daycare$146
School age
Center$149
Home daycare$139
State record
Inspection reports for Kerrville's Bright Beginnings
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Initial
- Capacity
- 159 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2025
- License number
- #1822881
Summary
16 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 30, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 16 visits · 21 rules in all · 21 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 5
- Safety and hazards 4
- Discipline and child guidance 3
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Safe sleep 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Staff training and qualifications 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.
The state lists conditions on this permit.
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See all 16 visits
- Sep 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 8, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 31, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 29, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Jul 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 24, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.2207(c)(3) - Screen Time Activities - Not Exceed One Hour Daily
“During the course of the investigation, it was determined that the school-age room has screen time for up to four hours on one day and one and a half hours on another day during the summer.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 17, 2026
746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
“During the course of the investigation, it was determined that the school-age classroom utilized screen time during nap time during the summer.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 17, 2026
Jun 24, 2026Inspection7 rules cited
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“There is a protruding circular piece of metal in the rock area of the older playground and a covered water pipe full of water in a portion of the playground where children have to pass through to get to the back playground. Children can lift the lid and have access to the standing water.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 17, 2026
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“Seven out of 10 child files evaluated were missing or had incomplete emergency contact addresses.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 28, 2026
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“Two out of ten child files evaluated did not contain a copy of the child's vaccination records.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 28, 2026
746.4901(a) - Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
“The loose fill around the two playscapes and under the swing set is less than an inch in depth or not evident at the end of the slides.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 28, 2026
746.605(3) - Required Admission Information - Date of Admission
“There were two out of ten child files evaluated missing their enrollment start date.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 28, 2026
746.5015(c) - Safety Requirements for Sprinkler Play - Equipment and Water Hoses Kept Out of Child's Reach
“A water hose attached to the faucet off the infant back door had not been secured.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 17, 2026
746.611(b) - Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission
“One out of ten child files evaluated was missing a health statement upon enrollment in October.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 28, 2026
May 20, 2026Visit1 rule cited
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“During the investigation, it was found that a caregiver who had unsupervised access to children did not have first aid certification.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 2, 2026
Show 6 earlier visits
- May 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
May 14, 2026Complaint investigation3 rules cited
746.2905(1) - Children Not Required to Sleep - May Not Force Child to Sleep
“During the investigation, a caregiver reported putting a book on a child's back during naptime to create the feeling of a weight to put the child to sleep.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 24, 2026
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“A caregiver used poor judgment when they pushed an infant's head onto a mat they were laying on outside and began rubbing the side of the infant's head on the mat in order to clean their face after the infant spit up. The same caregiver was later observed picking up a child by one arm and carrying them upside down to return them to their cot during naptime. A second caregiver was observed carrying a child right below their wrists to another caregiver while on the playground.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 24, 2026
746.1203(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Interact positively with children
“A caregiver was observed pulling a child by the leg twice while they were sitting outside to bring the child closer to the caregiver. The second time, the child fell backwards, hitting their head on the ground. The same caregiver was observed pulling a child by their clothing and pushing them away from an object while on the playground.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 24, 2026
- Mar 31, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 6, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“The last Health Inspection was conducted on 11/6/2024.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 23, 2026
- Oct 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 23, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
746.4601(6) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - Anchoring devices Below Level of Playing Surface
“There wre three metal, stationary riding toys anchored to the ground that had the metal base exposed.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 3, 2025
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
“Two trash cans in the prek room restrooms, one in the toddler room restroom, and one outside of the gym restrooms did not have a lid.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 3, 2025
746.3701(5) - Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe
“The red climber on the 2 yr old playground had peeling paint. One blue boat on the prek playground had broken boards. There were two carpets in the school-age room that were curling on the edges.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 3, 2025
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“A caregiver relieved another caregiver in the infant room for break and did not have an eligibility letter on file. NOTE: The caregiver was sent home and a background check request was entered during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2025
746.3903(b) - Animals at Center - Statement of Health from Veterinarian
“There wasn't a health statement on file for the pet guinea pig in the Kinder-ready room. NOTE: The caregiver took the guinea pig home during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 3, 2025
746.4803 - Measurement of Use Zone for Stationary Equipment
“On the older playground, there was a balance beam and a bench within 3 ft of eachother.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 3, 2025
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“Three classroom restrooms had mop buckets and water accessible to the children. Classrooms use soap and water buckets to clean table tops. Spray bottles were accessible in the restroom to children in the prek room. There was a toilet brush laying on top of the toilet lid in the 2 yr room.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 3, 2025
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FAQ
Questions about Kerrville's Bright Beginnings
Is Kerrville's Bright Beginnings licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued October 6, 2025.
When was Kerrville's Bright Beginnings last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 30, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 16 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Kerrville's Bright Beginnings had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 21 rules across 6 of 16 visits in the last 3 years; 21 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 Kerrville's Bright Beginnings care for?
159, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Kerrville's Bright Beginnings accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Kerrville's Bright Beginnings' hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Kerrville's Bright Beginnings cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (830) 792-3770 to ask.
What is Kerrville's Bright Beginnings' phone number?
(830) 792-3770.
Where is Kerrville's Bright Beginnings?
551 Meadowview Ln, Kerrville, TX 78028. The nearest other daycare we list is Kerr County YMCA-Tom Daniels, 0.7 miles away.