Description: All of BRiDGES' Preschool teachers and staff have, or are finishing degrees in Child Development, Early Childhood Education or child related field. BRiDGES Preschool is growing in popularity among Colleges and Universities for our innovative, developmentally appropriate environments that are among the very best in the world-wide field of Preschool and Early Childhood Education. BRiDGES' Teachers & Children love their school because it's safe, comfortable, respectful and educationally rich. Our hands-on, hands-in preschool programs include science experiments, cooking projects and gardening activities. We integrate primary Spanish and Sign Language, music and movement, children's literature, zoo phonics, dramatic play, story time and ample outside time on our Adventure Playgrounds. Our Teachers model and administer appropriate social skills, communication skills, discipline, assertiveness training and problem solving skills.
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| Inspection # | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| INSP-0173159 | 2026-04-30 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The purpose of this inspection was to conduct a complaint (#165700) investigation on 04-30-2026. A copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was provided at the time of the inspection. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. A focused inspection was completed. The Compliance Officer was unable to reach the complainant via email on 4/15/2026. There were no deficiencies observed during the inspection and is subject to changes pending programmatic review. The ratios observed were: 1s: 1:6 2s: 2:9 3s: 1:11, 2:13 4s: 2:19, 1:14 There were 5 staff members interviewed during this investigation. The documentation observed was: Rosters Accident and Injury Log Digital records During the exit interview, the following information was discussed and not limited to: *Diaper changing surface will be kept clear of items not related to diapering Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it was determined from facility documents, observation of outdoor activity area, and interview, that 1 of 1 allegations was unable to be substantiated due to a lack of sufficient evidence. | |||
| INSP-0168627 | 2026-02-20 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a Complaint investigation #00158936 on 02/20/2026. There were no deficiencies observed. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The Compliance Officer provided a copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights to the Facility Director at the beginning of the inspection. Ratios observed were: Room #1 (4s-5s) 1:7 Room #2 (3s-4s) 1:7 Room #3 (3s) 2:10 Room #4 (3s) 1:11 Room #5 (5s) 1:9 Room #7 (1s-2s) 2:7 There were 3 staff interviewed during this investigation. The complainant could not be reached. Documentation observed: Accident and Incident Report Log and Rosters The fingerprint clearance cards for 2 of 2 staff members were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. Upon completion of the complaint investigation #00158936 it was determined from observation, interview, and documentation, that 1 of 1 was unable to be substantiated due to a lack of sufficient evidence. | |||
| INSP-0164550 | 2025-12-08 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 12/08/2025, and the inspection is subject to changes pending programmatic review. A paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights was given to the Provider at the beginning of the inspection. Please submit the plan of correction in the LMS Portal within 10 days of receiving the statement of deficiencies. The fingerprint clearance cards for 3 of 3 staff members were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. The Emergency Disaster Contact Form and invitation link to complete the Empower Self Assessment were emailed to the Provider. During the exit interview, the following items were discussed, but are not limited to: *Staff file documentation required when staff transfer from a sister center *Criminal History Affidavit will be complete *Toilet bolts at the base of the toilet will be inaccessible | |||
| INSP-0052858 | 2025-02-10 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a Complaint investigation #00096848 on 02/10/2025. Please submit the Plan of Correction in the Licensing Management Portal within 10 days receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. A paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights and the Small Business Rights was given to the Facility Director at the beginning of the inspection. Ratios observed were: Room #1 (4s-5s) 1:13 Room #2 (3s-4s) 1:8 Room #3 (3s) 2:4 Room #4 (4s) 1:7 Room #5 (5s) 1:13 Room #6 (2s-3s) 2:5 Room #7 (1s-2s) 1:4 There were 3 staff interviewed during this investigation. The complainant could not be reached. Documentation observed: Emergency, Information, and Immunization Record Cards, rosters, and 3 staff files. The fingerprint clearance cards for 3 of 3 staff members were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. Upon completion of the complaint investigation #00096848 it was determined from observation, interview, and documentation, that 2 of 2 allegations lacked sufficient evidence to be substantiated. During the exit interview, the following was discussed but not limited to: *When a staff member terminates employment and later returns to work at the facility, they are considered a new employee. *Substitute staff will maintain their file (paper or electronic) at each site where they are working *A Center Update/Space Change application can be submitted to recognize the lobby and office as licensed space The following deficiency was observed at the time of the complaint inspection. | |||
| INSP-0051186 | 2024-12-10 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 12/10/2024 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The Compliance Officer provided a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights and the Small Business Bill of Rights to the Facility Director at the time of the inspection. The Empower Self-Evaluation survey link was emailed to the Provider. The Emergency Disaster Contact Form was emailed to the Provider. The DES Group Size was observed in compliance at the time of the inspection. The fingerprint clearance cards for 6 of 6 staff members were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. During the exit interview, the following items were discussed but are not limited to: *Soiled containers will have a waterproof liner *Unused electrical outlets in power strips will have a safety plug or insert *Brooms in the outdoor activity area will be inaccessible to enrolled children *Continue to monitor the fall zones in the outdoor activity area to ensure there are six inches of loose sand Compliance Officer is Heather Bauer. | |||
| INSP-0035593 | 2023-12-13 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 12/13/2023 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Please submit the Plan of Corrections via the LMS portal within 10 days of receipt of the Statement of Deficiencies. The Empower Self-Evaluation was completed at the time of the inspection. The DES Group Size was observed in compliance at the time of the inspection. The fingerprint clearance cards for 5 of 5 staff members were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. During the exit interview, the following items were discussed but are not limited to: * Handwashing sinks and toilets will be free from chips and cracks. * Menu: date each menu and write food substitutions on a posted menu no later than the morning of the day of the meal service. Compliance Officer is Heather Bauer. | |||
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