First Prep Preschool
BROWNSVILLE, TX·Licensed CenterLicensed · Open
Contact information
Address2355 BARNARD RD STE A BROWNSVILLE TX- 78520 8462
CityBROWNSVILLE, TX
CountyCAMERON
Phone9568012283
WebsiteFirstPrepPreschool.com
Operating details
Hours07:30 AM-06:00 PM
DaysMon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Capacity41
SubsidiesY
License dateOctober 12, 2018
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/15/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High5
- Medium-High4
- Medium4
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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2355 BARNARD RD STE A BROWNSVILLE TX- 78520 8462, BROWNSVILLE, TX
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- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
- Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
- This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
- This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/15/2026
- High3
- Medium-High2
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 746.53076/15/2026
746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
Observed 3 fire extinguishers not serviced as required. Last serviced March 2025.
Corrected 6/29/2026 - High riskStandard 746.51016/15/2026
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
Annual fire inspection has not been updated. Last inspected on 5/29/2025.
Corrected 6/29/2026 - High riskStandard 746.52094/20/2026
746.5209(c) - No Blocked or Locked Doors as Exits
During the investigation it was determined that the operation had the front exit door locked.
Corrected 6/5/2026 - High riskStandard 746.12054/20/2026
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
Based on the information obtained on investigation there were concerns that the children were left unsupervised for an unknown amount of time during the hours of operation. Staff admitted that children were left unsupervised.
Corrected 6/5/2026
2024
- Medium riskStandard 746.60310/23/2024
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Two of four files were missing immunization records.
Corrected 11/1/2024 - Medium riskStandard 746.90110/23/2024
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
One of four files was missing an affidavit of employment. Two of four files were missing education documentation.
Corrected 11/1/2024 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.243110/23/2024
746.2431 - Infant Daily Report - Share with Parent
The center does not have daily reports for the infants in care.
Corrected 10/25/2024
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
- Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,163/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
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: BROWNSVILLE, CAMERON County
- Capacity: 41
- Type: Licensed Center
- Years in operation: 8
What parents actually pay
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