A Brighter Day Learning Academy
A licensed child care center in Clute, Texas 77531
925 W Plantation Dr, Clute, Texas 77531. (979) 388-9586.
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The short answer
Record last released by Texas HHSC on Oct 30, 2026.
- 19 deficiencies cited in the last three years Middle in Brazoria County: 4
- 0 rated High by Texas, its most serious level
- 20 inspections on record
- 3-Star Texas Rising Star rating
Each figure’s source sits beside it, in its section below.
What these words mean5
- Inspection (survey)
- A visit by state inspectors, often unannounced, who check a place against the rules it must meet. For nursing homes and other places Medicare pays, CMS calls these visits surveys: a standard survey of a nursing home comes at least every 15 months, and a complaint survey whenever a complaint calls for one. Source: CMS; 42 CFR 488.308.
- Deficiency, citation, violation
- What inspectors write up when a place didn’t meet a rule: the rule, what they saw, and when. CMS calls it a deficiency; states may say citation or violation. It is the inspectors’ finding, not a court’s, and the place is usually asked for a plan to correct it. Source: CMS, statement of deficiencies (Form CMS-2567); each state’s licensing agency.
- Texas’s risk levels
- Texas gives each child care deficiency a risk level, by how likely it is to harm a child: Low, Medium Low, Medium, Medium High or High. High is its most serious. Source: Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation.
- Licence status
- Whether the state’s licence lets the place operate now, in the state’s own words: licensed, on probation (allowed to keep operating on conditions, after problems), provisional, pending or expired. Source: Each state’s licensing agency.
- Capacity
- The most people the licence or certification lets the place care for at once: residents, children, beds or apartments, as the state counts them. It isn’t how many are there now. Source: Each state’s licensing agency.
What did inspectors find?
19 deficiencies cited in the last three years
The middle of the 206 child care providers in Brazoria County had 4.
20 inspections on record. The latest, on Jun 30, 2026: no violation found.
Texas HHSC, deficiencies (non-compliance data) and inspections and investigations. Released Oct 30, 2026. Updated daily.
When those deficiencies happened
19 deficiencies in 4 months of the last 36. Last cited Jun 2026. Most serious: Medium High. The last 3 years, to Oct 30, 2026.
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| 2025 | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
| 2026 | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct |
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Hearth Record drew this from the dates and levels in the source’s own records.
Each deficiency, in Texas’s words
Grouped by visit, newest first, with the risk level Texas gave it, from Low to High.
Texas HHSC, deficiencies (non-compliance data). Released Oct 30, 2026. Updated daily.
Jun 2, 2026: inspection11 deficiencies
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Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“The preschool classroom was over ratio by 3 children. Note: A second caregiver arrived during my inspection.”
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Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“In the infant 2 class has a play pen that has the net part ripped, the air vent has visible dirt on it, the paint is chipping. The table in the pre-k room is broken and laying on it’s side. There are three broken shelves in the pre-k room as well. In the toddler 2 class there is a ceiling tile that is saturated and appears to have mold on it.”
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Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
“The electrical outlet in the toddler room was uncovered. Note: The caregiver covered the outlet before I left the classroom.”
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Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
“There is a merry go round, on the playground, that does not have loose fill in the fall zones of the equipment.”
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Director’s Absence - Caregiver in Charge Has Access to All Records
“The caregiver in charge did not have access to the files and paperwork needed for the inspection.”
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Director’s Absence - Extended Period
“The director has been absent for an extended period of time and has not requalified a director to take over in their absence.”
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Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“The tv was on in the infant room. Note: The caregiver was informed that the tv cannot be on for children under 2 years old and it was shut off.”
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Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“There were no feeding instructions available for the infants not on table foods.”
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Measurement of Use Zone for Stationary Equipment
“The arch climber, on the playground, does not have the required 6 feet of use zone.”
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Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Children’s Records
“Children records were not available during my inspection due to the person in charge not having access to the office.”
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Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
“Staff files were not available during my inspection due to the person in charge not having access to the office.”
Aug 28, 2025: inspection2 deficiencies
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Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children’s names and ages
“The infant room teachers were unaware of each child’s age to determine the specified age group for ratio. Note: The director went into the room and ensured the staff had access to each child’s age so they could determine proper ratios.”
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Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“The toddler room was over ratio by 4 children. One caregiver was supervising 15 children with the specified age group being 2 years old. Ratio for 2 year olds is s1 caregiver to 11 children.”
Aug 22, 2025: report to the state1 deficiency
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Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
“Caregivers admit to being on their phone during the day. The director admits to having a problem with caregivers being on their phone.”
Jun 10, 2025: inspection4 deficiencies
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Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
“The straps in the infant table were not being used while the infants were sitting in the seats eating lunch. Note: The caregiver strapped the children in.”
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Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“Five children files had a parent listed as their emergency contact.”
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Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
“Staff files were not available for review at the operation during my inspection.”
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Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation’s child-care program
“Four children files did not have a health statement.”
Jun 25, 2024: inspection1 deficiency
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Children’s Records - Immunizations
“Two children’s files out of 10 reviewed did not have a shot record. One child’s file did not have a completed shot record.”
31 deficiencies older than three years
Jul 13, 2023: inspection2 deficiencies
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Children’s Records - Health Statement
“One child’s file out of 10 reviewed was missing a statement of health.”
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Children’s Records - Immunizations
“One child’s file is missing a completed immunization record.”
Nov 21, 2022: inspection1 deficiency
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Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“Follow up: There was a 20 month age difference in the infant room. The youngest child is 3 months old and the oldest is 23 months. Note: The ratio was adjusted to ensure the room was in ratio and there was not more than an 18 month age gap in the infant room.”
Nov 10, 2022: inspection2 deficiencies
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Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“The infant room was out of ratio. Two caregivers were supervising 14 children 3 months to 23 months. Leaving the room over ratio by 5 children. Note: 3 children were moved to another room and one caregiver moved to another classroom with 6 children to ensure ratio is correct.”
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Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“There was a 20 month age difference in the infant room. The youngest child is 3 months old and the oldest is 23 months. Note: The ratio was adjusted to ensure the room was in ratio and there was not more than an 18 month age gap in the infant room.”
Nov 4, 2022: report to the state1 deficiency
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Prohibited Punishments - Hitting with Hand or Instrument
“Based on the preponderance of information obtained during the investigation there is sufficient information to conclude that caregivers either use prohibited punishment or threaten prohibited punishment by hitting the table near the child to gain their attention.”
Aug 12, 2022: inspection1 deficiency
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AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“A 6 month old infant was observed sleeping in a crib with a string of beads attached to their pacifier. A photos was taken and the beads removed from the pacifier.”
Aug 1, 2022: inspection1 deficiency
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AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“An infant was observed sleeping in a bouncer inside the crib. The infant was 5 months old. Note: The infant was removed from the bouncer and laid down in the crib that was bare.”
Jul 19, 2022: inspection15 deficiencies
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Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
The inspectors’ words, 107 words
“Three classrooms were still over ratio. Infant room: The infant room was over ratio by 7 children. 2 caregivers to 18 children when I entered the room. 7 children were removed from the room and out with another caregiver in another room. 3 year old room: The three year old room was over ratio by 2 children. An assistant caregiver arrived for the day to help in that room. 4 year old room: The room was over ratio by 3 children. An assistant caregiver arrived for their shift and was placed in the room. Note: All rooms were brought into compliance before the end of the inspection.”
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Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink
“The hand washing sink was being used for both hand washing and washing bottles. Note: It was explained to the teachers that bottles could not be washed or rinsed in the hand washing sinks. A picture was taken for the file.”
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Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“Tile in the infant room is broken and cracked. Doors and walls were observed with visible dirt on them through out the building. Chairs in the cafeteria were observed with visible dirt and grime on them. Note: Pictures were taken for the file.”
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Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
“The electrical outlet in the infant room is missing the plastic cover exposing the inside wires and dry wall. Note: A picture was taken for the file. The cover was replaced during my inspection.”
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Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe
“A nail was sticking out of the shelve in the toddler room. In the 3 year old room the shelve was missing the plastic boarder on the edges exposing the pressed board. Note: Pictures were taken. The nail was removed and the other shelf had tape put on the edges to keep them from getting sharp and to remove access to the wood.”
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Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“Three children files out of 10 reviewed are missing addresses for their emergency contacts. One child’s file is missing an emergency contact.”
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Caregiver Qualification Age Exemption with HS Diploma/GED -Completed Child-care Career Program Approved by TEA/TEPSAC
“Follow up 7/19/22: The caregivers, who are under 18, are still not enrolled or have completed the career development courses in high school. Note: A waiver has been turned in for the three caregivers.”
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Written Activity Plan - Outline Daily Activities
“Daily schedules are not posted in any of the classrooms.”
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Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“The TV was on in the infant room when I arrived. Note: The TV was shut off before I left the room.”
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Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“Feeding instructions were not updated within the last 30 days for all three infants on forumla.”
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Children’s Records Maintained
“One child’s file out of 10 reviewed is missing the entire 1st page of the enrollment form.”
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Children’s Records - Health Statement
“One child’s file out of 10 reviewed is missing their health statement.”
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Children’s Records - Immunizations
“Two children files out of 10 reviewed are missing completed shot records.”
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Required Personnel Records
“Follow up 7/19/22: The files still were not complete.”
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Signed Admission Form
“One child’s file does not have a parent or guardian’s signature on it.”
Jun 29, 2022: inspection7 deficiencies
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AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you become aware of anyone requiring a background check under 745.605
“Based on information obtained during the investigation there is sufficient information to prove a 15 year old was present at the operation without a background check. The 15 year old is counted in ratio for the children.”
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Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
“Based on information obtained during the investigation there is sufficient information to prove that caregivers are standing in the hall way while a child goes to the restroom down the hall. Leaving the classroom unattended and unsupervised. Also, the staff are not directly supervising children in the restroom while standing in the hall by the classroom door.”
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Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“Three classrooms were over ratio. The infant room has 18 infants and toddlers with 2 caregivers supervising them. The infant room is over ratio by 8 children. The two year old room is over ratio by two children. One staff member is supervising 13 two year olds. The three year old classroom is over ratio by 5 children. The staff member is supervising 20 children all three years old.”
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Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“The youngest child in the infant room is four months old and the oldest child is 25 months. That is a 21 month gap.”
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Caregiver Qualification Age Exemption with HS Diploma/GED -Completed Child-care Career Program Approved by TEA/TEPSAC
“There is no documentation showing the two 17 year olds are enrolled or completed the career development program at their high school.”
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Notification of Change in Space
“Changes have been made to the infant room, cafeteria/school age room, and a toddler room. Licensing was not notified of these changes. Note: Pictures were taken for the file. The director informed me of the changes inside the building.”
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Required Personnel Records
“The files for the 17 year old caregivers were incomplete.”
Jun 17, 2022: report to the state1 deficiency
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Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
“Based on the information obtained during the DFPS investigation, a child was seen on video running out of the classroom without teacher knowledge two times.”
All 25 visits on record
| Date | Visit | What the record says |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 30, 2026 | Inspection | No violation found |
| Jun 2, 2026 | Inspection | 11 deficiencies cited |
| Sep 25, 2025 | Inspection | No violation found |
| Aug 28, 2025 | Inspection | 2 deficiencies cited |
| Aug 22, 2025 | Report to the state | 1 deficiency cited |
| Jul 3, 2025 | Inspection | No violation found |
| Jun 10, 2025 | Inspection | 4 deficiencies cited |
| Jun 25, 2024 | Inspection | 1 deficiency cited |
| Jul 13, 2023 | Inspection | 2 deficiencies cited |
| Apr 6, 2023 | Inspection | No violation found |
| Mar 27, 2023 | Report to the state | No violation found |
| Mar 9, 2023 | Inspection | No violation found |
| Jan 26, 2023 | Inspection | No violation found |
| Jan 3, 2023 | Inspection | No violation found |
| Dec 5, 2022 | Inspection | No violation found |
| Nov 21, 2022 | Inspection | 1 deficiency cited |
| Nov 10, 2022 | Inspection | 2 deficiencies cited |
| Nov 4, 2022 | Report to the state | 1 deficiency cited |
| Aug 26, 2022 | Inspection | No violation found |
| Aug 12, 2022 | Inspection | 1 deficiency cited |
| Aug 1, 2022 | Inspection | 1 deficiency cited |
| Jul 19, 2022 | Inspection | 15 deficiencies cited |
| Jul 13, 2022 | Report to the state | No violation found |
| Jun 29, 2022 | Inspection | 7 deficiencies cited |
| Jun 17, 2022 | Report to the state | 1 deficiency cited |
Is it licensed?
- Licensed Center, permit issued Mar 2, 2017.
- Accepts state child care subsidies.
- Licensed for ages: Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School.
- Capacity: 255 children.
Texas HHSC, child care operations. Released Oct 30, 2026. Updated daily.
Has Texas acted against it?
- No corrective or adverse action by Texas on record.
- 5 reports to the state on record; Texas doesn’t publish whether they were A complaint allegation the state investigated and found true: the evidence showed it more likely than not happened. Inconclusive means the evidence couldn’t show it either way. Neither inconclusive nor unsubstantiated proves it didn’t happen. Source: California Department of Social Services, complaint findings; each state’s licensing agency..
Texas HHSC, child care operations and inspections and investigations. Released Oct 30, 2026. Updated daily.
Who does the caring?
- Texas doesn’t publish staffing levels for individual providers. State rules set staff-to-child ratios by age.
Who owns it?
- Texas’s open data doesn’t list owners.
How is it rated?
- Texas Rising Star: 3-Star (the middle of three levels).
Texas Workforce Commission, subsidy providers and Texas Rising Star. Released Oct 30, 2026. Updated daily.
How does it compare nearby?
- Among 206 child care providers in Brazoria County, the middle value for deficiencies cited in the last three years was 4; this one had 19.
Texas HHSC, deficiencies (non-compliance data). Released Oct 30, 2026. Updated daily.
| Place | Deficiencies, 3 years |
|---|---|
| A Brighter Day Learning Academy This child care provider | 19 |
| Mindy De La Cruz | 0 |
| Bright Bloomers Childcare, LLC | 7 |
| Tender Years Enrichment Learning Center | 2 |
| Rasco Summer Camp | 10 |
| Brazos Learning Montessori School | 1 |
| Ohana Childcare | 1 |
| Bgc Brazoria County at Ogg | 2 |
| Sugar N Spice | 2 |
| Kids Konnection Learning Academy | 9 |
| Little Tykes Child Care Center | 5 |
| Just for Kids Learning Center | 4 |
What the record doesn’t say
- Texas doesn’t publish whether a complaint was substantiated.
- Texas rates some paperwork slips as High risk, so read what was actually cited.
- Texas doesn’t publish staffing levels or owners for individual providers.
Sources
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Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child care operations (bc5r-88dy).
Released Oct 30, 2026 and checked Oct 30, 2026. Updated daily. Creative Commons 1.0 Universal (Public Domain Dedication).
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Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Inspections and investigations (m5q4-3y3d).
Released Oct 30, 2026 and checked Oct 30, 2026. Updated daily. Creative Commons 1.0 Universal (Public Domain Dedication).
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Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Deficiencies (non-compliance data) (tqgd-mf4x).
Released Oct 30, 2026 and checked Oct 30, 2026. Updated daily. Creative Commons 1.0 Universal (Public Domain Dedication).
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Texas Workforce Commission, Subsidy providers and Texas Rising Star.
Released Oct 30, 2026 and checked Oct 30, 2026. Updated daily. No licence stated.
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