Brainstorm Childcare Learning Center

CORPUS CHRISTI, TXLicensed CenterLicensed · Open

4.5based on state inspection data
Capacity95
Hours06:00 AM-06:00 PM
Est. price$1,436/mo

Contact information

Address1301 SANTA FE ST CORPUS CHRISTI TX- 78404 2213

CityCORPUS CHRISTI, TX

CountyNUECES

Phone3615004531

Websitebrainstormchildcare.com

Operating details

Hours06:00 AM-06:00 PM

DaysMon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri

Capacity95

SubsidiesY

License dateAugust 22, 2018

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 11/18/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High8
  • Medium-High10
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low1

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1301 SANTA FE ST CORPUS CHRISTI TX- 78404 2213, CORPUS CHRISTI, TX

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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 11/18/2025

  • High8
  • Medium-High10
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low1

2025

  1. High riskStandard 746.460111/18/2025

    746.4601(4) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Entanglement Protrusions or Openings

    The 2 year-olds & up playground had four screws protruding on the side paneling of the playground.

    Corrected at inspection
  2. Medium riskStandard 746.130911/18/2025

    746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content

    3 out of 12 staff records evalauted were missing one or more of the following annual training topics in their training year: Administering medication, Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction, Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials

    Corrected 11/24/2025
  3. Medium riskStandard 746.475111/18/2025

    746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist

    The operation has not conducted monthly inspections of active play space and equipment to ensure hazards were not present.

    Corrected 11/18/2025
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 746.131111/18/2025

    746.1311(d) - Director Annual Training - Caring for children under 24 months

    The directors record evaluated was missing the one annual clock hour from the following topics: Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), Understanding early childhood brain development.

    Corrected 11/21/2025
  5. Low riskStandard 746.11058/14/2025

    746.1105(4) - Minimum Qualifications Employees and Caregivers - Affidavit (Form 2912)

    1 of 6 personnel records reviewed was missing a Pre-Employment Affidavit for Applicants for Employment at Certain Child Care Operations (Form 2912).

    Corrected 8/15/2025
  6. Medium-High riskStandard 746.13158/14/2025

    746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.

    A caregiver did not have current training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking. The certificate available for reivew had a renewal date of 3/12/2025.

    Corrected 8/22/2025
  7. Medium-High riskStandard 746.13158/14/2025

    746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR

    A caregiver did not have current training on pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). The certificate available for review had a renewal date of 3/12/2025.

    Corrected 8/22/2025
  8. Medium-High riskStandard 746.34078/14/2025

    746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

    A wooden play structure was observed with chipping paint in the pre-k/School-Aged outdoor playground. Chipping paint was observed on several walls in one of two toddler rooms. This posed a safety/health hazard as the areas with chipping paint were accessible to children.

    Corrected 8/18/2025
  9. Medium-High riskStandard 746.13158/14/2025

    746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based

    A caregiver completed their pediatric CPR training online.

    Corrected 8/22/2025
  10. Medium riskStandard 746.5018/14/2025

    746.501(a)(20) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights

    The operational policies reviewed did not include information on Parent's rights.

    Corrected 8/15/2025
  11. Medium-Low riskStandard 746.4018/14/2025

    746.401(9) - Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last name

    A list of current employees was not posted.

    Corrected 8/15/2025
  12. Medium-High riskStandard 746.35038/14/2025

    746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface

    The diaper changing mat in one of the infant rooms was torn. This created the diaper changing mat to become absorbent and hard to clean.

    Corrected 8/18/2025
  13. High riskStandard 746.24268/14/2025

    746.2426(a)(2) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possible

    An infant between 0-11 months of age was observed asleep in a restrictive device (bouncer) for an undetermined amount of time.

    Corrected 8/14/2025
  14. Medium riskStandard 746.13098/14/2025

    746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required

    A caregiver was missing 15 clock hours out of the 24 clock hours of required annual training for training year 2/22/2024 - 2/21/2025. A second caregiver was missing annual training for training year 1/24/2024 - 1/23/2025 on the following topics: (1) Emergency preparedness; (2) Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations; (3) Administering medication; (4) Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; (5) Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic; and (6) Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials including compliance with ?746.3425 of this chapter (relating to Must caregivers wear gloves when handling blood or bodily fluids containing blood?). A third caregiver was missing annual training for training year 1/2/2024 - 1/1/2025 on the following topics: (1) Administering medication; (2) Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; (3) Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic; and (4) Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials including compliance with ?746.3425 of this chapter (relating to Must caregivers wear gloves when handling blood or bodily fluids containing blood?).

    Corrected 9/4/2025
  15. Medium-High riskStandard 746.34196/5/2025

    746.3419 - Handwashing Procedures

    Based on the information obtained during the investigation a caregiver did not wash children's hands with soap and water after outdoor activities in the toddler room.

    Corrected 7/1/2025
  16. High riskStandard 746.28056/2/2025

    746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual

    Based on the information obtained during the investigation, it was determined a caregiver used inappropriate treatment of a child by restraining a child on multiple occasions. Which prevented the child?s ability to crawl away from caregiver.

    Corrected 7/1/2025
  17. High riskStandard 746.3056/2/2025

    746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk

    Based on the information obtained during the investigation, it was determined that the operation did not notify Child Care Regulation about an incident which involved a child at risk for possible injury or harm by a caregiver.

    Corrected 7/1/2025
  18. High riskStandard 746.12016/2/2025

    746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control

    Based on the information obtained during the investigation, it was determined a caregiver did not demonstrate good judgment when the caregiver roughly picked up a child by the arms on multiple occasions.

    Corrected 7/1/2025
  19. High riskStandard 746.51013/12/2025

    746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months

    The operation's last fire inspection was in September 2023.

    Corrected 3/19/2025
  20. Medium-High riskStandard 746.34013/12/2025

    746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection

    The operation's last health inspection was conducted in September 2023.

    Corrected 3/19/2025
  21. Medium riskStandard 746.13093/12/2025

    746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content

    One out of four staff was missing training for communicable diseases, administering medication, building and premises safety, hazardous materials, and emergency preparedness.

    Corrected 3/18/2025
  22. Medium-High riskStandard 746.52023/12/2025

    746.5202(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures

    The emergency preparedness plan located in the parental handbook did not address the items required in 746.5202 (1-5). The information that was missing included a physical address, how children with limited mobility or who are under 24 months will be evacuated, how staff will continue to care for children until parents arrive, how staff will communicate with parents, the information that needs to be taken with them in the event of an emergency, and evacuation, shelter in place, and lock down procedures.

    Corrected 3/18/2025
  23. High riskStandard 746.12011/31/2025

    746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control

    Based on the information provided during the course of the investigation, one caregiver was viewed on video footage taking toys away from children and throwing them across the room.

    Corrected 2/3/2025
  24. Medium-High riskStandard 746.35011/31/2025

    746.3501(1) - Diaper Changing Steps- Prompt

    A 17 month old did not have their diaper changed between the hours of 10am-2:30pm.

    Corrected 3/3/2025
  25. High riskStandard 746.3051/31/2025

    746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk

    The operation failed to report an incident in which children were left in highchairs for disciplinary reasons. The operation also failed to report that one 4 yr. old child was left outside unsupervised for approximately 4 minutes.

    Corrected 3/3/2025

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

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0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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$1,436/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: CORPUS CHRISTI, NUECES County
  • Capacity: 95
  • Type: Licensed Center
  • Years in operation: 8

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