Bright Beginnings Childcare Center LLC.

CENTRALIA, KSChild Care CenterLicensed

1.9based on state inspection data
Capacity38
Est. price$898/mo

Contact information

Address204 Locust St, Centralia, KS, 66415

CityCENTRALIA, KS 66415

CountyNemaha

Phone785-294-8258

Operating details

Capacity38

License dateFebruary 1, 2026

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 2/26/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High2
  • Medium-High6
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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204 Locust St, Centralia, KS, 66415, CENTRALIA, KS 66415

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  1. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  2. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  3. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
  4. Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/26/2026

  • High2
  • Medium-High6
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. High risk2/26/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-430 Health practices; illness and abuse; general health requirements for staff. (a) (1) Each medical record shall include the results of a health assessment conducted not more than twelve months before and obtained not later than 60 calendar days after the child's initial enrollment in a child care facility. The assessment shall be conducted by a licensed physician, a physician assistant, or by a nurse approved to perform health assessments.

    One of fourteen files observed missing current health assessment. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-000229)

    Not corrected
  2. High risk2/26/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-430 Health practices; illness and abuse; general health requirements for staff. (a) A completed medical record on the form provided by the department shall be on file at the facility for each child.

    One of fourteen files observed missing updated medical record. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-000229)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High risk2/26/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-423 Physical plant. (e) (1) All household supplies, cleaning supplies, dangerous chemicals and all bodily care products bearing warning labels to keep out of reach of children shall be in locked storage, except that hand sanitizers, disinfectant solutions used daily to disinfect surfaces, and diapering supplies may be kept unlocked at least five feet above the floor and out of reach of children. Soap used for hand washing may be kept unlocked and placed on the back of the counter by a bathroom or sink.

    Locks on drawers broken in all units that have a drawer with hazardous and or dangerous supplies. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-000229)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High risk2/26/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-127 Telephone; emergency medical treatment; reporting requirements. (b) (1) (A) Written permission of the parent or legal guardian for emergency medical treatment on a form that meets the requirements of the hospital or clinic where emergency medical care will be given; and

    One of fourteen files observed missing updated emergency authorization form. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-000229)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High risk2/26/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-126 Health of individuals at least 16 years of age. (b) Each individual at least 16 years of age who is caring for children shall attest to that individual's health status on a form supplied by the department or approved by the secretary.

    Three out of 21 employee files observed missing updated health status form. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-000229)

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-High risk2/26/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-126 Health of individuals at least 16 years of age. (c) (1) Each individual at least 16 years of age who is living, working, or regularly volunteering in the facility shall have a record of a negative tuberculosis test or x-ray obtained not more than two years before the date of employment or initial application for a license or not later than 30 days after the date of employment or initial application.

    Three of 21 employee files observed missing TB documentation. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-000229)

    Not corrected
  7. Medium-High risk2/26/2026

    K.A.R. 28-4-423 Physical plant. (e) (1) All household supplies, cleaning supplies, dangerous chemicals and all bodily care products bearing warning labels to keep out of reach of children shall be in locked storage, except that hand sanitizers, disinfectant solutions used daily to disinfect surfaces, and diapering supplies may be kept unlocked at least five feet above the floor and out of reach of children. Soap used for hand washing may be kept unlocked and placed on the back of the counter by a bathroom or sink.

    Infant, Toddler 1, Toddler 2, Preschool units Scissors, medication and bodily products accessible to children in care. (Licensing survey — Annual Survey — 26-000229)

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium-High risk4/29/2025

    K.A.R. 28-4-439 Child care centers: food service. (p) (2) All perishables and potentially hazardous foods shall be continuously maintained at 40 degrees Fahrenheit or lower in the refrigerator, or 10 degrees Fahrenheit or lower in the freezer, with 0 degrees Fahrenheit recommended. Each refrigerator and each freezer shall contain a clearly visible, accurate thermometer.

    Refrigerator in infant unit missing thermometer in fridge. (Complaint survey — To investigate a complaint — 25-003119)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

8Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$898/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 Kansas run about $724/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in Kansas by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: CENTRALIA, Nemaha County
  • Capacity: 38
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 1

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