Bright Beginnings Preschool and Elementary
SHERMAN, TX·Licensed CenterLicensed · Open
Contact information
Address711 N ELM ST SHERMAN TX- 75090
CitySHERMAN, TX
CountyGRAYSON
Phone9039980075
Operating details
Hours07:00 AM-06:00 PM
DaysMon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Capacity83
SubsidiesY
License dateMay 22, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/19/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High5
- Medium-High3
- Medium5
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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711 N ELM ST SHERMAN TX- 75090, SHERMAN, TX
Questions to ask on a tour
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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
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- They accept child care subsidies - ask what the enrollment process looks like and whether there is a waitlist for subsidized spots
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/19/2025
- High4
- Medium-High3
- Medium5
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium riskStandard 746.6036/19/2025
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
The operation did not records for a child who was in care at the time of the incident.
Corrected 6/20/2025 - High riskStandard 745.6416/12/2025
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
During the investigation inspection a person was present and caring for children without a cleared background check. This was corrected during the inspection when the individual was asked to leave.
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 746.9016/10/2025
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
The operation does not have personnel records for one employee. The employee was caring for children and has an active background check on file for the operation.
Corrected 6/20/2025 - High riskStandard 746.12056/10/2025
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
This standard was evaluated during the investigation and was found to be deficient. A child jumped over a fence of the operation's playground and walked down the sidewalk unsupervised by the operation's caregiver. The child then returned to the playground through a gate located on the other side of the playground. Two other children were observed climbing up the fence and throwing objects over the fence via video footage.
Corrected 7/8/2025 - Medium riskStandard 746.24214/22/2025
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Infant feeding instructions for two infants who are not ready to eat table food were not updated for the current month.
Corrected 4/29/2025 - Medium riskStandard 746.7072/5/2025
746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
This standard was evaluated during the investigation and was found to be deficient. The operation did not share an incident report with the parent within the required time frame.
Corrected 3/13/2025 - High riskStandard 746.12052/5/2025
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
This standard was evaluated during the investigation and was found to be deficient. A child was left outside by a caregiver for an undetermined amount of time. Another adult who was present returned the child to the facility.
Corrected 3/6/2025
2024
- Medium-High riskStandard 746.30112/3/2024
746.301(5) - Notification of Change in Age Range of Children In Care
During the inspection there were two infants and eight toddlers present. The operation is currently licenced for care for Pre-K and School aged children.
Corrected 12/10/2024 - High riskStandard 746.20112/3/2024
746.201(11) - AP Ensure total number of children both at & away from center within capacity
During the inspection there were 36 children in care. The opereation's total licenced capacity is 35 children. This was corrected during the inspection when children were picked up by parents.
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 746.30112/3/2024
746.301(2) - Notification of Change in Space
During the inspection the operation was caring for children in two unlicenced rooms within the facility.
Corrected 12/10/2024 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.510311/19/2024
746.5103 - Documentation of Fire Inspection
The operation has had a fire inspection but does not have a copy of the latest fire inspection report.
Corrected 11/26/2024 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.480511/19/2024
746.4805(b) - Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - Six Feet High or Less
The use zones surrounding the slide does not extend 6 feet around the entirety of the slide's use zone.
Corrected 11/26/2024
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
$1,390/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: SHERMAN, GRAYSON County
- Capacity: 83
- Type: Licensed Center
- Years in operation: 1
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