Bright Beginnings Schoolhouse
Daycare center in Manchaca, TX. 1600 Black Bear Dr Bldg 2, Manchaca, TX 78652
About the program
Bright Beginnings Schoolhouse is a licensed daycare center in Manchaca, Texas, on the state register since 2020. It is licensed for 20 children and serves toddler, preschool and school age ages.
Bright Beginnings Schoolhouse is a licensed preschool in South Austin serving children aged 1.5 to 5 years.
The program follows a play-based approach and includes meals.
It does not accept child care subsidy.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. Bright Beginnings Schoolhouse does not publish a fee schedule on its website. Programs in the area that publish full-time tuition have a median starting price of $1,225 a month.
Licensing and safety
Open the state record →Most violations are record-keeping, training or maintenance items, and nearly every program has some. Read what each one was and how fast it was fixed. Texas rates every standard from Low to High by the harm a breach could cause, and records the date each violation was corrected. The narrative is the inspector's own.
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
There is approximately 1-2 inches of loose fill on the playscape area, and at the base of slides it is bare.
746.4901(a) - Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
There are two pieces of climbing equipment, a caterpillar and a boat, that do not have loose surfacing underneath them.
What parents say
We’ve had an incredible experience at Bright Beginnings. It feels like we hit the jackpot finding this school. Our daughter has soared with her vocabulary, learned incredible manners and absolutely loves going to school. The teachers are genuine, kind and it’s clear how much they love all their kids. There’s a lot of intention that goes into monthly calendars and activities and I know my daughter is having a great…
Allison McCollister · 5/5 on Google · 5 months agoBright Beginnings has been a wonderful experience for our son. The structured learning environment has helped him grow and thrive tremendously over the past year. We’ve truly seen such positive development in him, in both his learning and character. He especially loves the outdoor time - it’s one of his favorite parts of the day, and he’s rarely ready to leave when it’s time to go home! We are so grateful to have…
Michelle Mendoza · 5/5 on Google · 6 months agoFantastic preschool with warm, caring teachers, a large outdoor play space and farm animals for the children to admire. The perfect balance of structure and free play, the children enjoy plenty of outside time, art projects and planned enrichment activities. An absolute gem.
Tara Oram · 5/5 on Google · 6 months agoOur experience at Bright Beginnings Schoolhouse has exceeded our expectations in every way, and we highly recommend this preschool to other families. The teachers are exceptional, caring deeply for each child and genuinely committed to their development and happiness. Bright Beginnings offers wonderful opportunities for learning and play, particularly outdoors. The playground is well-equipped with numerous play…
Rhonda Balzarini · 5/5 on Google · a year agoGetting there
1600 Black Bear Dr Bldg 2, Manchaca, TX 78652
Questions about Bright Beginnings Schoolhouse
Is Bright Beginnings Schoolhouse licensed?
Yes. Bright Beginnings Schoolhouse holds an active Licensed Center licence from Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation (licence 1694240), with a licensed capacity of 20 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
Has Bright Beginnings Schoolhouse had any inspection violations?
Texas records 2 violations for Bright Beginnings Schoolhouse in the last three years, across 7 inspections on file. The median daycare center in the area has 4. Each one is listed above with the date it was corrected.
What ages does Bright Beginnings Schoolhouse take?
Bright Beginnings Schoolhouse is licensed to serve toddler, preschool and school age ages, and is open 7:30 am to 5 pm, Mon to Fri.
How much does Bright Beginnings Schoolhouse cost?
Bright Beginnings Schoolhouse does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.
