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First Presbyterian Preschool

430 S Carancahua St, Corpus Christi, TX 78401 · Nueces County
1 high-risk citation in last 12 monthsAccepts child care subsidies

First Presbyterian Preschool is a licensed child care center in Corpus Christi, TX, licensed for up to 80 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 1986. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 21 times and investigated 11 reports. Inspectors recorded 9 citations, 6 of them high-risk, most often for supervision (4 of 9). 1 citation came in the last 12 months, including 1 high-risk. Its last 7 inspections found no violations. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is #65 of 120 centers in Corpus Christi and better than 59% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 59%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. About typical
#65 of 120 centers in Corpus Christi
6High risk
3Medium High risk
0Medium risk
0Medium Low risk
0Low risk
9 citations from 21 inspections and 6 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 1 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 10, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Sep 10, 2026 · Inspection · no citationAug 27, 2026 · Inspection · no citationAug 26, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citationJul 15, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJul 2, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citationJun 25, 2026 · Inspection · no citationApr 7, 2026 · Inspection · no citationFeb 26, 2026 · Inspection · no citationFeb 24, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation foundAug 22, 2025 · Inspection · no citationAug 19, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation foundJul 28, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundMar 10, 2025 · Inspection · no citationFeb 25, 2025 · Inspection · no citationFeb 12, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundAug 26, 2024 · Inspection · no citationMar 20, 2024 · Inspection · no citationMar 7, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citationFeb 20, 2024 · Inspection · no citationJan 12, 2024 · Inspection · no citationJan 11, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation foundAug 29, 2023 · Inspection · no citationAug 21, 2023 · Inspection · no citationAug 18, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation foundJun 16, 2023 · Inspection · no citationJun 8, 2023 · Report/investigation · no citationMay 25, 2023 · Inspection · no citationMay 23, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation foundMay 12, 2023 · Report/investigation · no citationSep 13, 2022 · Inspection · no citationApr 1, 2022 · Inspection · no citationMar 31, 2022 · Report/investigation · no citation
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Supervision4
Building & playground safety1
Other standards1
Sleep safety1
Caregiver conduct1
Health & medication1

Citations, newest first

HighFeb 24, 2026Found during an investigationSupervision
Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity §746.1205(a)(4)
The caregivers on the playground were observed via video footage not properly supervising the children playing on the playground.
Correction verified Apr 7, 2026
HighAug 19, 2025Found during an investigationSupervision
Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity §746.1205(a)(4)
A child was accidentally left unattended in the hallway for an unspecified duration while transitioning to the playground area.
Correction verified Aug 22, 2025
Medium HighJul 28, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired §746.4751(c)
The unitary surfacing in the outdoor play area contains two holes within the swing zone, which may present a tripping hazard for children during outdoor activities.
Correction verified Aug 8, 2025
Medium HighJul 28, 2025InspectionOther standards
Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection §746.5401
There was no current gas leak inspection. The last gas leak inspection was conducted on 1/16/23.
Correction verified Aug 8, 2025
HighFeb 12, 2025InspectionSleep safety
No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on File §746.2428
Inspector observed one three month old infant swaddled in a crib while asleep.
Correction verified Feb 25, 2025
HighJan 11, 2024Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control §746.1201(1)
An employee at the operation did not use good judgement when the classroom door and baby gate were left open, which allowed a child to walk out of the classroom unsupervised.
Correction verified Feb 20, 2024
HighJan 11, 2024Found during an investigationSupervision
Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity §746.1205(a)(4)
A child was left unsupervised in the hallway for a timeframe of approximately 30 seconds to 1 minute.
Correction verified Feb 20, 2024
Medium HighAug 18, 2023Found during an investigationHealth & medication
AP Report a Child In Care Showing Signs and Symptoms of Illness Requiring Hospitalization §746.305(a)(3)
The director of the operation did not notify Child Care Licensing when a child became ill and was transported by emergency services, requiring medical care.
Correction verified Oct 23, 2023
HighMay 23, 2023Found during an investigationSupervision
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for §746.1205(a)(2)
Two caregivers left one child in the hallway for a minute. Caregivers were unsure of how many children they were responsible for.
Correction verified Jun 16, 2023

About this center

Licensed capacity80 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours07:45 AM-05:30 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceDec 31, 1986
DirectorCassie Riddle
Phone3618877116
State operation #135797

Common questions

Does First Presbyterian Preschool take infants?

Yes. Texas licenses it to care for infants through school-age children.

What are First Presbyterian Preschool’s hours?

7:45 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday, according to its state licensing record. Confirm holiday and summer hours with the center.

Does First Presbyterian Preschool accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

How much does First Presbyterian Preschool cost?

Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask First Presbyterian Preschool for its current tuition. For comparison, the median full-day price at licensed centers in the Coastal Bend area, which includes Corpus Christi, is $35.20 a day for infants, $34.20 a day for toddlers and $33.00 a day for 3-year-olds (2025 Texas Child Care Market Rate Survey).

Has First Presbyterian Preschool had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 6 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Feb 24, 2026: “Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does First Presbyterian Preschool compare with other daycares in Corpus Christi?

It is #65 of 120 centers in Corpus Christi by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 59% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was First Presbyterian Preschool last inspected?

Sep 10, 2026. No violations were found during that visit.

Licensed centers nearby

Citations are quoted from Texas HHS inspection records. Many are corrected the same day, and a citation is a finding about one rule, not a judgment about a center overall.

To see the official record, search operation 135797 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.