Bright Steps TX LLC
Licensed child-care center in Taylor, TX 76574 · Texas operation #1816055
Record summary
3 high-risk · 7 total
3 high-risk citations in the last 24 months (7 citations in all, from 9 inspections); last inspection Oct 30, 2026.
0 of 7 citations were corrected while the inspector was there.
Counted from the state's records from Nov 12, 2024 to Nov 12, 2026. This is a count, not a grade: bigger centers get more visits, and one visit can produce several citations. How we summarize.
Details
- Address
- 589 Carlos G Parker Blvd NW, Taylor, TX 76574
- Phone
- (512) 762-3195
- Website
- yourbrightsteps.com
- Ages served
- Infants, Toddlers, Pre-K
- Hours
- Mon to Fri, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 24 children
- Child care subsidy
- No, per the state record
- Type
- Licensed child-care center
- Permit
- Full Permit since Jan 21, 2026
- Director
- Maria Bracho
- Programs
- Snacks Provided
Texas age groups: infants are under 18 months, toddlers 18 months to 3 years, pre-kindergarten 3 and 4 years (age when the school year starts), school age 5 and older and in kindergarten or above. Openings and tuition are not in the state data: call to ask.
Inspection history, last 24 months
Oct 30, 2026: Inspection
No citations.
Jul 30, 2026: Inspection
No citations.
Jul 22, 2026: Inspection
3 citations.
High risk Infants may not sleep in car seats, swings or other restrictive devices.
State rule 746.2426(a)(1) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device"
Inspector's note: 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.
Corrected Jul 22, 2026, verified by the state Jul 30, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
Medium-high risk The center must have an annual sanitation (health) inspection.
State rule 746.3401(a) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Annual Sanitation Inspection"
Inspector's note: The operation had not received a sanitation inspection in over 12 months as required.
Corrected Jul 31, 2026, verified by the state Jul 30, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
Medium-high risk Fire drills must be held monthly, with everyone out within 3 minutes.
State rule 746.5205(1) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes"
Inspector's note: A fire drill was not conducted in April or May of 2026 according to the drill log.
Corrected Jul 29, 2026, verified by the state Jul 30, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
Feb 13, 2026: Inspection
No citations.
Jan 20, 2026: Inspection
No citations.
Nov 19, 2025: Inspection
2 citations.
Medium-high risk Caregivers must have a high-school diploma, equivalent, or certification of completion.
State rule 746.1107(2) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion"
Inspector's note: Out of two caregiver files, one caregiver did not have proof of education.
Corrected Nov 26, 2025, verified by the state Nov 20, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
Medium-high risk The director and each caregiver must have current pediatric first aid training (with rescue breathing and choking).
State rule 746.1315(a) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking."
Inspector's note: Out of two caregiver files reviewed, one caregiver supervising children did not have proof of first aid training.
Corrected Nov 26, 2025, verified by the state Nov 20, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
Oct 20, 2025: Inspection
No citations.
Jul 24, 2025: Inspection
No citations.
Jul 9, 2025: Inspection
2 citations.
High risk Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Entrapment Openings
State rule 746.4601(3) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Entrapment Openings"
Inspector's note: 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.
Corrected Jul 16, 2025, verified by the state Jul 24, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
High risk The center must have a fire inspection by the local fire marshal before opening and every 12 months after.
State rule 746.5101(a) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months"
Inspector's note: The operation does not have a fire inspection.
Corrected Aug 20, 2025, verified by the state Aug 20, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
What the risk levels mean
Texas gives every rule a weight from High to Low, based on the risk to children when it is broken. A citation is one rule found not met at one visit. How to read a Texas inspection report.
- High risk: breaking it can put a child in immediate danger (for example supervision, ratios, safe sleep, background checks, prohibited punishment).
- Medium-high risk: a real safety or health concern, but usually less immediate (for example hazards in a room, missing medical or allergy information, required training).
- Medium risk: important for health and safety over time (for example records, drills, equipment upkeep).
- Medium-low risk: mostly paperwork or reporting that supports safety.
- Low risk: administrative requirements with little direct risk to children.
Official record
The full record, including older history, is on the state's site: Bright Steps TX LLC on Search Texas Child Care. Texas operation #1816055.
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