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Bright Minds Academy

Licensed Center in HARLINGEN, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued February 22, 2017

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address: 1201 E VAN BUREN AVE, HARLINGEN, TX 78550 7177
Operation type: Licensed Center
Type of issuance: Full Permit
Permit issued: February 22, 2017
Operation number: 1630575
Licensed capacity: 100 children
Ages served: Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Schedule: Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 07:00 AM-05:45 PM
Conditions on permit: NO

The record at a glance

Inspections on record	11
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record	5
Assessments on record	1
Standards evaluated across those visits	3,688
Citations recorded	13
Record covers	November 16, 2021 – July 2, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High	3
Medium High	1
Medium	7
Medium Low	2

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionJuly 2, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJune 23, 20264 citations recorded4 of 559 standards cited at this visit

746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete KitRisk level: Medium

The first aid kits in both transportation vehicles were incomplete. Vehicle #1 was missing a thermometer and scissors and Vehicle #2 was missing Antiseptic solution or wipes.

Correction verified by the state on July 2, 2026.

746.5625(a) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicleRisk level: High

Transportation vehicles purchased in 2023 and 2024 do not have the electronic child safety alarm installed.

Correction verified by the state on July 10, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4601(7) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear PointsRisk level: High

Observed a little tykes home with the small plastic window broken on top accessible to the children.

Correction verified by the state on July 2, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean SurfaceRisk level: Medium High

Observed the diaper changing mat in the infant room torn. NOTE: CORRECTED AT INSPECTION as mat was replaced with a different mat.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionAugust 21, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 717 standards cited at this visit

AssessmentJanuary 21, 20251 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit

746.303(b) - Report Number of EmployeesRisk level: Medium Low

A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024 data from January 16, 2025, revealed the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by January 15, 2025, as required.

Correction verified by the state on January 24, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionAugust 22, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 554 standards cited at this visit

InspectionSeptember 26, 20234 citations recorded4 of 654 standards cited at this visit

746.501(a)(18)(F) - Written Operational Policies - Criteria for Extreme WeatherRisk level: Medium

The operational policies (parent handbook) does not provide any information regarding extreme weather conditions that would prohibit or limit outdoor play or a plan to ensure that physical activities occurs on days when extreme weather may limit play.

Correction verified by the state on November 1, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1329(b)(2) - Documentation of Training Requirements - DateRisk level: Medium Low

Out of all staff files reviewed, none of the training certificates reviewed had the required date of the training. (NOTE: PIctures on file)

Correction verified by the state on November 1, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical ActivityRisk level: Medium

The operation policies (parent handbook) does not provide any information regarding the benefits of physical activity and outdoor play, duration of the physical activity, type of activity, each setting in which your program will take place, the recommended clothing and footwear that will allow a child to particiapte freely.

Correction verified by the state on November 1, 2023.

746.501(a)(30) - Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive servicesRisk level: Medium

The operational policies (parent handbook) provided no informatin regarding procedures for supporting inclusive services to children with special needs.

Correction verified by the state on November 1, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportSeptember 15, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionApril 27, 2023No citation recorded at this visit

ReportApril 21, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit

InspectionMarch 28, 2023No citation recorded at this visit

ReportMarch 24, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit

InspectionOctober 27, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 569 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJuly 18, 20223 citations recorded3 of 4 standards cited at this visit

746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual CertificationRisk level: Medium

This deficiency was observed during the follow up inspection: Facility does not have a current children's products annual certification.

Correction verified by the state on July 18, 2022.

746.401(2) - Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or InvestigationRisk level: Medium

This deficiency was observed during the follow up inspection: Facility does not have the most current Licensing inspection or investigation. NOTE: Facility has posted inspection conducted on 11/16/21.

Correction verified by the state on July 18, 2022.

746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 MonthsRisk level: High

This deficiency was observed during the follow up inspection: Facility does not have a current fire inspection.

Correction verified by the state on July 18, 2022.

InspectionJune 7, 2022No citation recorded at this visit

ReportJune 3, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit

ReportMay 28, 2022Self-reported by the operation1 citation recorded1 of 4 standards cited at this visit

746.201(7) - Operation Open to Parents At All TimesRisk level: Medium

Based on the information gathered during the investigation, facility does not allow parents to have access inside the building to drop off or pick up children.

Correction verified by the state on July 18, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionNovember 16, 2021No citation recorded at this visit0 of 615 standards cited at this visit

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