Bright Minds Learning Center
2726 W ILLINOIS AVE, Dallas, TX 75233 · Dallas County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 134
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 06:30 AM-06:00 PM
- Phone
- (214) 330-0413
- Regulated since
- Mar 13, 2025
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 1469823 · number 1791518
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 28 | 10 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Supervision & ratios (6), Discipline & child guidance (1), Safety & premises (5), Staff background & training (6), Records & paperwork (3), Other (5) |
| 2024 | 5 | 1 | Supervision & ratios (1), Discipline & child guidance (1), Safety & premises (1), Food & allergies (1), Other (1) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
-
Jul 1, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
-
May 12, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
-
Mar 3, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
-
Oct 13, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
-
Sep 5, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
-
Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation failed to exercise appropriate judgement by placing mouse traps inside the classroom environment. As a result, a child's finger became caught in the trap, which led to an injury. This demonstrates a lapse in ensuring a safe and hazard-free environment for children.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-10-01. Correction verified 2025-10-13.
-
Staff background & training
At the time of inspection, documentation is not available for review.
HHSC 746.1309(a) — Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-10-01. Correction verified 2025-10-13.
-
Staff background & training
At the time of inspection, certification documentation was not available for review.
HHSC 746.1311(d) — Director Annual Training - Caring for children under 24 months
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-10-01. Correction verified 2025-10-13.
-
Staff background & training
At the time of inspection, certification documentation was not available for review.
HHSC 746.1315(a) — Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-10-01. Correction verified 2025-10-13.
-
Other
At the time of inspection, documentation of current inspection is not available for review.
HHSC 746.3401(a) — Annual Sanitation Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-10-01. Correction verified 2025-10-13.
-
Other
At the time of inspection, the loose fill on the playground is not maintained at standard requirements.
HHSC 746.4907(d) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-10-01. Correction verified 2025-10-13.
-
Safety & premises Serious
At the time of inspection documentaiton of current inspection is not available for revew.
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-10-01. Correction verified 2025-10-13.
-
Supervision & ratios Serious
-
Aug 8, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
-
Records & paperwork
At the time of inspection, the attendance report documents attendance less than the standard requirements.
HHSC 746.1011(a) — Director present-Minimum 75%
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-22. Correction verified 2025-09-05.
-
Staff background & training
At the time of inspection, certification documentaion was not available for review.
HHSC 746.1309(a) — Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-08-22. Correction verified 2025-09-05.
-
Staff background & training
At the time of inspection, certification documentation was not available for review.
HHSC 746.1311(d) — Director Annual Training - Caring for children under 24 months
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-22. Correction verified 2025-09-05.
-
Staff background & training
At the time of inspection, certification documentation was not available for review.
HHSC 746.1315(a) — Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-22. Correction verified 2025-09-05.
-
Safety & premises
At the time of inspection, the sheets are not fiting snug on the mattresses.
HHSC 746.2409(a)(2) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-22. Correction verified 2025-09-05.
-
Other
At the time of inspection, documentation of current inspection is not available for review.
HHSC 746.3401(a) — Annual Sanitation Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-22. Correction verified 2025-09-05.
-
Safety & premises
At the time of inspection documentation is not available for review and are not posted in the classrooms.
HHSC 746.3819 — Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-22. Correction verified 2025-09-05.
-
Safety & premises
Two play structure's seats on playground are broken, bolts are exposed.
HHSC 746.4751(c) — Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-22. Correction verified 2025-09-05.
-
Other
At the time of inspection, the loose fill on the playground is not maintained at standard requirements.
HHSC 746.4907(d) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-22. Correction verified 2025-09-05.
-
Safety & premises Serious
At the time of inspection documentation of current inspection is not available for review.
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-08-22. Correction verified 2025-09-05.
-
Records & paperwork
At the time of inspection, children's records had not been updated.
HHSC 746.603(a) — Children's Records Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-08-22. Correction verified 2025-09-05.
-
Records & paperwork
-
Aug 5, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
-
Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation failed to exercise appropriate judgement by placing mouse traps inside the classroom environment. As a result, a child's finger became caught in the trap, which led to an injury. This demonstrates a lapse in ensuring a safe and hazard-free environment for children.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-09-03. Correction verified 2025-09-05.
-
Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
The operation placed sticky pads around the classroom, even though these items are designed to be kept out of children's reach. A child's shoes and another child's hand became stuck to the pads, creating a safety concern.
HHSC 746.3407(12) — Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-09-03. Correction verified 2025-09-05.
-
Supervision & ratios Serious
-
Jul 24, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
-
Other
At the time of inspection outlets were not childproofed in two classrooms.
HHSC 746.3701(1) — Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-07-24. Correction verified 2025-08-01.
-
Other
-
Jul 21, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
-
Records & paperwork
The person left in charge does not have access to childrens' files.
HHSC 746.1013(a)(3) — Director's Absence - Caregiver in Charge Has Access to All Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-07-21. Correction verified 2025-07-24.
-
Records & paperwork
-
Jul 17, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
-
Supervision & ratios Serious
The level of supervision is not consistent with physical, mental, emotional, and social needs of the children.
HHSC 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
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-08-22. Correction verified 2025-09-05.
-
Supervision & ratios Serious
The level of supervision is not meeting standards and is resulting in injuries to others.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(5) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Intervene to ensure each child's safety
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-08-22. Correction verified 2025-09-05.
-
Supervision & ratios Serious
-
Jun 27, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
-
Jun 5, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
-
Jun 4, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
-
Supervision & ratios Serious
HHSC 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
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-06-26. Correction verified 2025-06-27.
-
Supervision & ratios Serious
-
May 19, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
-
May 16, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
-
May 5, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
-
Apr 15, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
-
Apr 12, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
-
Supervision & ratios Serious
During an investigation it was determined that caregivers are yelling at children in an inappropriate manner while at the operation.
HHSC 746.2805(5) — Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-04-30. Correction verified 2025-05-05.
-
Cleanliness & sanitation
During the investigation there were concerns of cleaning and proper sanitation of the operation brought to the staff's attention by parents.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-04-30. Correction verified 2025-05-05.
-
Supervision & ratios Serious
-
Feb 27, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
-
Jan 27, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
-
Jan 14, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
-
Discipline & child guidance Serious
The standard was evaluated as related to the investigation allegation. As a result of the investigation it was determined that a form of prohibited punishment was used by a caregiver with a child in care.
HHSC 746.2805 — Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-02-11. Correction verified 2025-02-27.
-
Discipline & child guidance Serious
-
Dec 11, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
-
Nov 25, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
-
Food & allergies
Water was not served with the provided lunch.
HHSC 746.3301(f)(1) — Nutrition and Food Service - Drinking water available at every snack, mealtime, and during and after active play
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2024-11-25.
-
Food & allergies
-
Sep 3, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
-
Aug 30, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
-
Other
A caregiver was observed using their personal electronic device while caring for children.
HHSC 746.1203(3)(D) — Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-09-06. Correction verified 2024-09-24.
-
Other
-
Aug 29, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
-
Jun 6, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
-
May 15, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
-
May 14, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
-
Feb 2, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
-
Discipline & child guidance
The operational policies does not have strategies for coordination between the center and appropriate community organizations.
HHSC 746.501(a)(26) — Written Operational Policies - Preventing and Responding to Abuse and Neglect
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-02-16. Correction verified 2024-02-16.
-
Supervision & ratios
The operational policies does not have information on vaccine-preventable diseases for employees.
HHSC 746.501(a)(28) — Written Operational Policies - Vaccine Preventable Diseases
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-02-27. Correction verified 2024-03-06.
-
Safety & premises Serious
The initial fire inspection has not been conducted.
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-02-23. Correction verified 2024-02-16.
-
Discipline & child guidance
Get the full file
HHSC publishes inspections, investigations and assessments from October 2017 onward, with each cited deficiency and its risk weight. Investigation narratives, complaint files and older history require a public information request. The Texas Public Information Act (Texas Government Code Chapter 552) gives anyone the right to ask. You don't have to say why.
Email the request Printable letter (fax or mail)
- Send to
- HHSC Open Records Coordinator, MC-1070 · OpenRecordsRequest@hhs.texas.gov · fax 512-424-6586 · 4601 W. Guadalupe Street, Austin, Texas 78751-3146 · agency instructions
Show the letter text
If something is happening now, report a concern to HHSC Child Care Regulation. For suspected abuse, contact your county child protective services or law enforcement.
Source: Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation datasets on data.texas.gov. Last read Oct 1, 2026. Violation text is HHSC's own wording. The categories are ours, added to help you scan. About this data.