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Bright Minds Montessori

36 serious, 4 minor findings across 40 visits in the last 36 months. Most recent serious finding: Jan 14, 2026.

825 Plantation Dr Ste 100, Richmond, TX 77406 · (832) 595-8075

At a glance

Inspection record · 36 monthsRichmond licensed centers, n=70

Serious findings0 critical, 36 serious, 4 minor across 32 inspections and 8 investigations (40 visits). Most recent serious: Jan 14, 2026.

Critical0 vs median 4

57% of centers have at least one

Serious36 vs median 12

86% of centers have at least one

LicenseSince 2024Full Permit

Practical6:45a–6pMon–Fri · Infant to school · Licensed capacity 57

Texas HHSC operation #1781298 · last checked against Texas Sep 16, 2026

Budget & timing

Tuition & openings

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Programs and services

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Meals providedListed
Snacks providedListed
Before-school careNot listed
After-school careNot listed
Transportation to/from schoolNot listed
Drop-in careNot listed
Part-time careListed
Field tripsNot listed
Skill classesNot listed
Weekend careNot listed
Night careNot listed
AccreditedNot listed
Accepts child care subsidiesListed

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Inspection record

Visits available in our Texas data, newest first. Visits with findings are shown in full; runs of clean visits are folded into one line. Findings are quoted from the inspector's report with the Texas risk level beside our severity.

Inspection history is one input into your decision, not a guarantee of safety or a rating of care quality. How to read this record.

2026
Jun 5, 2026 to Jun 5, 20264 inspections
No findingsShowHide
- Jun 5, 2026 inspection
- Jun 5, 2026 inspection
- Jun 5, 2026 inspection
- Jun 5, 2026 inspection
Jan 14, 2026Inspection
3 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 30 Annual Training
  One director's annual trainings were not available during the inspection time.
  Corrected Jan 28, 2026, verified Feb 2, 2026. Standard 746.1301(a)(6)(A).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
  One employee did not have available annual trainings.
  Corrected Jan 28, 2026, verified Jan 29, 2026. Standard 746.1301(a)(5)(A).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
  The parent's rights form/information was missing in six children's files.
  Corrected Jan 28, 2026, verified Feb 2, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.501(a)(20).
Jan 14, 2026Inspection
3 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 30 Annual Training
  One director's annual trainings were not available during the inspection time.
  Corrected Jan 28, 2026, verified Feb 2, 2026. Standard 746.1301(a)(6)(A).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
  The parent's rights form/information was missing in six children's files.
  Corrected Jan 28, 2026, verified Feb 2, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.501(a)(20).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
  One employee did not have available annual trainings.
  Corrected Jan 28, 2026, verified Jan 29, 2026. Standard 746.1301(a)(5)(A).
Jan 14, 2026Inspection
3 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
  The parent's rights form/information was missing in six children's files.
  Corrected Jan 28, 2026, verified Feb 2, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.501(a)(20).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 30 Annual Training
  One director's annual trainings were not available during the inspection time.
  Corrected Jan 28, 2026, verified Feb 2, 2026. Standard 746.1301(a)(6)(A).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
  One employee did not have available annual trainings.
  Corrected Jan 28, 2026, verified Jan 29, 2026. Standard 746.1301(a)(5)(A).
Jan 14, 2026Inspection
3 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 30 Annual Training
  One director's annual trainings were not available during the inspection time.
  Corrected Jan 28, 2026, verified Feb 2, 2026. Standard 746.1301(a)(6)(A).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
  One employee did not have available annual trainings.
  Corrected Jan 28, 2026, verified Jan 29, 2026. Standard 746.1301(a)(5)(A).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
  The parent's rights form/information was missing in six children's files.
  Corrected Jan 28, 2026, verified Feb 2, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.501(a)(20).
2025
Feb 13, 2025Inspection
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
  Diaper changing pad in the infant and toddler classroom had tears in it preventing it from being sanitized correctly.
  Corrected during the inspection. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.3503(a).
Feb 13, 2025Inspection
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
  Diaper changing pad in the infant and toddler classroom had tears in it preventing it from being sanitized correctly.
  Corrected during the inspection. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.3503(a).
Feb 13, 2025Inspection
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
  Diaper changing pad in the infant and toddler classroom had tears in it preventing it from being sanitized correctly.
  Corrected during the inspection. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.3503(a).
Feb 13, 2025Inspection
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
  Diaper changing pad in the infant and toddler classroom had tears in it preventing it from being sanitized correctly.
  Corrected during the inspection. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.3503(a).
Jan 22, 2025Assessment
1 finding · minor
- MinorTexas: Medium Low
  Report Number of Employees
  A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024 data revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by January 15, 2025, as required.
  Corrected Jan 24, 2025, verified Feb 13, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.303(b).
Jan 22, 2025Assessment
1 finding · minor
- MinorTexas: Medium Low
  Report Number of Employees
  A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024 data revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by January 15, 2025, as required.
  Corrected Jan 24, 2025, verified Feb 13, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.303(b).
Jan 22, 2025Assessment
1 finding · minor
- MinorTexas: Medium Low
  Report Number of Employees
  A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024 data revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by January 15, 2025, as required.
  Corrected Jan 24, 2025, verified Feb 13, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.303(b).
Jan 22, 2025Assessment
1 finding · minor
- MinorTexas: Medium Low
  Report Number of Employees
  A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024 data revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by January 15, 2025, as required.
  Corrected Jan 24, 2025, verified Feb 13, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.303(b).
2024
Aug 20, 2024 to Aug 20, 20244 inspections
No findingsShowHide
- Aug 20, 2024 inspection
- Aug 20, 2024 inspection
- Aug 20, 2024 inspection
- Aug 20, 2024 inspection
Aug 7, 2024Inspection
2 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
  Two infants in care do not have updated feeding instructions.
  Corrected Aug 14, 2024, verified Aug 9, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2421(b).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
  A 15 month old infant was with a group of children on the playground. The oldest child in the group was 7 years old. Note: Director put infant back in their classroom within 10 minutes.
  Corrected Aug 7, 2024, verified Aug 20, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1605(1).
Aug 7, 2024Inspection
2 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
  A 15 month old infant was with a group of children on the playground. The oldest child in the group was 7 years old. Note: Director put infant back in their classroom within 10 minutes.
  Corrected Aug 7, 2024, verified Aug 20, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1605(1).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
  Two infants in care do not have updated feeding instructions.
  Corrected Aug 14, 2024, verified Aug 9, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2421(b).
Aug 7, 2024Inspection
2 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
  A 15 month old infant was with a group of children on the playground. The oldest child in the group was 7 years old. Note: Director put infant back in their classroom within 10 minutes.
  Corrected Aug 7, 2024, verified Aug 20, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1605(1).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
  Two infants in care do not have updated feeding instructions.
  Corrected Aug 14, 2024, verified Aug 9, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2421(b).
Aug 7, 2024Inspection
2 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
  Two infants in care do not have updated feeding instructions.
  Corrected Aug 14, 2024, verified Aug 9, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2421(b).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
  A 15 month old infant was with a group of children on the playground. The oldest child in the group was 7 years old. Note: Director put infant back in their classroom within 10 minutes.
  Corrected Aug 7, 2024, verified Aug 20, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1605(1).
Jul 25, 2024 to Jul 25, 20244 investigations
No findingsShowHide
- Jul 25, 2024 complaint investigation
- Jul 25, 2024 complaint investigation
- Jul 25, 2024 complaint investigation
- Jul 25, 2024 complaint investigation
Jan 9, 2024Inspection
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
  Two infants enrolled in the center do not have feeding instructions.
  Corrected Jan 16, 2024, verified Jan 17, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2421(a).
Jan 9, 2024Inspection
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
  Two infants enrolled in the center do not have feeding instructions.
  Corrected Jan 16, 2024, verified Jan 17, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2421(a).
Jan 9, 2024Inspection
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
  Two infants enrolled in the center do not have feeding instructions.
  Corrected Jan 16, 2024, verified Jan 17, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2421(a).
Jan 9, 2024Inspection
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
  Two infants enrolled in the center do not have feeding instructions.
  Corrected Jan 16, 2024, verified Jan 17, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2421(a).
2023
Dec 7, 2023Inspection
2 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
  A 6 month old infant was combined with a 4 year old.
  Corrected Dec 7, 2023, verified Jan 9, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1605(1).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Children's Records - Admission Information
  Two children records reviewed are missing the emergency contact's address.
  Corrected Dec 21, 2023, verified Jan 9, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.603(a)(2).
Dec 7, 2023Inspection
2 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Children's Records - Admission Information
  Two children records reviewed are missing the emergency contact's address.
  Corrected Dec 21, 2023, verified Jan 9, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.603(a)(2).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
  A 6 month old infant was combined with a 4 year old.
  Corrected Dec 7, 2023, verified Jan 9, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1605(1).
Dec 7, 2023Inspection
2 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
  A 6 month old infant was combined with a 4 year old.
  Corrected Dec 7, 2023, verified Jan 9, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1605(1).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Children's Records - Admission Information
  Two children records reviewed are missing the emergency contact's address.
  Corrected Dec 21, 2023, verified Jan 9, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.603(a)(2).
Dec 7, 2023Inspection
2 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Children's Records - Admission Information
  Two children records reviewed are missing the emergency contact's address.
  Corrected Dec 21, 2023, verified Jan 9, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.603(a)(2).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
  A 6 month old infant was combined with a 4 year old.
  Corrected Dec 7, 2023, verified Jan 9, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1605(1).
Oct 11, 2023 to Oct 11, 20234 inspections
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- Oct 11, 2023 inspection
- Oct 11, 2023 inspection
- Oct 11, 2023 inspection

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Aug 2, 2023 to Aug 2, 20234 inspections
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Jul 18, 2023Inspection
5 findings · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
  There was an unlabeled bleach bottle in reach of children in the toddler room and infant room.
  Corrected Jul 18, 2023, verified Aug 2, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.3407(12).
- CriticalTexas: High
  Policies Comply with Rules
  The operation's operational policies were incomplete and missing required topics.
  Corrected Jul 25, 2023, verified Aug 2, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.201(1).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
  The playground had three inches of shredded tire mulch. It requires 6 inches total.
  Corrected Aug 4, 2023, verified Aug 2, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.4907(a)(1).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
  The sheets on the crib mattresses were loose.
  Corrected Aug 1, 2023, verified Aug 2, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2409(a)(2).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
  A sixteen month old child was placed in a high chair without straps during breakfast time.
  Corrected Jul 18, 2023, verified Aug 2, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2407.
Jul 18, 2023Inspection
5 findings · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Policies Comply with Rules
  The operation's operational policies were incomplete and missing required topics.
  Corrected Jul 25, 2023, verified Aug 2, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.201(1).
- CriticalTexas: High
  Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
  There was an unlabeled bleach bottle in reach of children in the toddler room and infant room.
  Corrected Jul 18, 2023, verified Aug 2, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.3407(12).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
  The playground had three inches of shredded tire mulch. It requires 6 inches total.
  Corrected Aug 4, 2023, verified Aug 2, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.4907(a)(1).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
  The sheets on the crib mattresses were loose.
  Corrected Aug 1, 2023, verified Aug 2, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2409(a)(2).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
  A sixteen month old child was placed in a high chair without straps during breakfast time.
  Corrected Jul 18, 2023, verified Aug 2, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2407.
Jul 18, 2023Inspection
5 findings · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
  There was an unlabeled bleach bottle in reach of children in the toddler room and infant room.
  Corrected Jul 18, 2023, verified Aug 2, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.3407(12).
- CriticalTexas: High
  Policies Comply with Rules
  The operation's operational policies were incomplete and missing required topics.
  Corrected Jul 25, 2023, verified Aug 2, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.201(1).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
  The sheets on the crib mattresses were loose.
  Corrected Aug 1, 2023, verified Aug 2, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2409(a)(2).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
  A sixteen month old child was placed in a high chair without straps during breakfast time.
  Corrected Jul 18, 2023, verified Aug 2, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2407.
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
  The playground had three inches of shredded tire mulch. It requires 6 inches total.
  Corrected Aug 4, 2023, verified Aug 2, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.4907(a)(1).
Jul 18, 2023Inspection
5 findings · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
  There was an unlabeled bleach bottle in reach of children in the toddler room and infant room.
  Corrected Jul 18, 2023, verified Aug 2, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.3407(12).
- CriticalTexas: High
  Policies Comply with Rules
  The operation's operational policies were incomplete and missing required topics.
  Corrected Jul 25, 2023, verified Aug 2, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.201(1).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
  The sheets on the crib mattresses were loose.
  Corrected Aug 1, 2023, verified Aug 2, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2409(a)(2).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
  The playground had three inches of shredded tire mulch. It requires 6 inches total.
  Corrected Aug 4, 2023, verified Aug 2, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.4907(a)(1).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
  A sixteen month old child was placed in a high chair without straps during breakfast time.
  Corrected Jul 18, 2023, verified Aug 2, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2407.

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