Recognition of Excellence · Corpus Christi / Portland, TX · 2026

Upbring Head Start (Centro de Ninos)

1838, Frio St Corpus Christi, TX 78417
🏆 Ranked #13 in Corpus Christi / Portland · 6.5 / 10 overall
Awards Earned
Best for Safety
Best for Safety
Earned the highest safety score in Corpus Christi / Portland. Our safety dimension weighs inspection history, deficiency records, and parent-reported safety culture across reviews.
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Upbring Head Start (Centro de Ninos), located at 1838 Frio St in Corpus Christi, TX, is a small licensed center-based provider serving infants through Pre-K children. With a capacity of 58 and an exceptional regulatory compliance record—zero high-severity deficiencies on HHSC inspections—the center maintains intimate class sizes that support strong teacher-child ratios. Operating hours of 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM align with traditional school schedules, and snacks are provided daily as part of the program. The center's ability to serve the full birth-to-kindergarten age range positions it well for families seeking continuous care as children grow.

Safety9.0
Curriculum7.0
Art / Music5.0
Infant care7.0
Kindergarten readiness7.0
Teacher quality6.0
Compassion6.0
Management6.0
Culture6.0
Extracurriculars6.0
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