Bright Minds Academy
HARLINGEN, TX·Licensed CenterLicensed · Open
Contact information
Address1201 E VAN BUREN AVE HARLINGEN TX- 78550 7177
CityHARLINGEN, TX
CountyCAMERON
Phone9564287011
Operating details
Hours07:00 AM-05:45 PM
DaysMon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Capacity100
SubsidiesY
License dateFebruary 22, 2017
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/23/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High0
- Medium8
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
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Location
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1201 E VAN BUREN AVE HARLINGEN TX- 78550 7177, HARLINGEN, TX
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/23/2026
- High0
- Medium-High0
- Medium1
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- Medium riskStandard 746.40036/23/2026
746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
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.
Corrected 6/26/2026
2025
- Medium-Low riskStandard 746.3031/21/2025
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
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.
Corrected 1/31/2025
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,152/month
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Typical prices in Texas run about $840/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Texas by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: HARLINGEN, CAMERON County
- Capacity: 100
- Type: Licensed Center
- Years in operation: 10
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