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Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionApril 27, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 27, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 14 available inspections for Bright Stars Preschool from January 12, 2023 through April 27, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with 17 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on May 29, 2025 and involved attendance accountability.
Supervision was a higher-concern topic that showed up in two inspections.
Four later inspections, from July 14, 2025 through April 27, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
Total inspections
14
4 in last 12 months
Recorded violations
17
0 in last 12 months
Higher-concern violations
5
0 in last 12 months
Repeated topics
3
Last 36 months
Local comparison
14 total inspections vs 14 local median in 32835
Compared to 8 local facilities
Recorded violations per inspection
This provider
1.21
Local median
0.65
1.21This provider
0.65Local median
Inspections with higher-concern violations
This provider
14%
Local median
13%
14%This provider
13%Local median
Inspections with recorded violations
This provider
29%
Local median
31%
29%This provider
31%Local median
Repeated topics
This provider
3
Local average
2.13
3This provider
2.13Local average
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Administrative posting
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
Supervision of children in the [school age] group was inadequate in that [children observed going restroom alone]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4
Inspector notes
Licensing specialist observed school age children going down the hallway to restroom which has an exit door next to it alone with no supervision of staff. Completed at time of inspection as staff went to supervise the children. Technical Assistance provided to ensure that all children in care are supervised at all times.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility's written plan of scheduled activities was not posted in a conspicuous place accessible to the custodial parents or legal guardians. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6
Report comments
Current classroom schedule was not posted. Completed at time of inspection as the written plan of scheduled activities was posted.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
Official code
09-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A
Inspector notes
Two pipes observed cracked and a ditch observed on secondary playarea which poses a potential for harm to children.
Correction status
Due by June 29, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F
Inspector notes
Outdoor fence observed in the secondary playarea where the fence was not at base level. Technical Assistance: The base of the fence must remain at ground level and be free from erosion or buildup to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals
Correction status
Due by June 29, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [a tarp observed hanging, swingset not safe and green slide on tree roots with no fall zones.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed tarp hanging on small playground, per director this is due to a recent storm. A child observed swinging on playset on small playground. The child was swinging so high that the childs head was close to fence and metal bar on ceiling. The director removed the swings. The playset is too close to the fence. The green slide on that playset does not have a fall zone located by the tree roots. The wood is jagged by the wooden house playset; per director this playset will be removed. Technical Assistance: If the permanent or stationary playground equipment is moved or replaced then the standard would apply, and 6 feet of use zone must be provided. Any ne ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by June 29, 2025
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [green slide playset, yellow slide playset, wooden playsets.] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D
Report comments
Mulch not maintained in the entire small playground under the playsets.
Correction status
Due by June 29, 2025
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-07
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The facility did not have documented proof that child care personnel participating in the transportation of children were trained on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.6
Inspector notes
Two child care personnel/ one other personnel did not complete transportation training. These staff are observed on transportation log as the second personnel completing the sweep. Technical Assistance: All child care personnel participating in the transportation of children must have training regarding guidance on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children.
Correction status
Due by June 29, 2025
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-10
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1
Inspector notes
Three children immunization record Form DH680 was observed to be expired.
Correction status
Due by June 29, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [a fire drill observed during inspection and no roster was observed with childcare personnel outside.].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
Inspector notes
A fire drill observed during inspection and no roster was observed with childcare personnel outside. The roster was located inside of the building. Completed at time of inspection as attendance was completed per director. The roster is inside of the classroom. Technical Assistance: Daily classroom attendance rosters must be used to account for all children once gathered in a safe space after exit and upon return to the program. ENFORCEMENT
Supervision of children in the [three/ fours] group was inadequate in that [staff left the three year old classroom and a child from the four year old classroom was unsupervised in the hallway]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4
Correction / follow-up note
Licensing Specialist observed the three year old classroom unsupervised as the staff left the room; staff then returned to the room. Then observed was a four year old walking down the hallway to the kitchen asking for water. The child was unsupervised and taken back to the classroom. Technical Assistance: Child care personnel must be assigned to provide direct supervision to a specific group of children and be with that group of children at all times (Child Care Facility Handbook, page 12)
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I
Inspector notes
Extension cord with outlets observed not covered accessible to children in care. Completed at time of inspection as outlets were covered.
The facility's written plan of scheduled activities was not posted in a conspicuous place accessible to the custodial parents or legal guardians. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6
Report comments
Two classroom schedules were not posted; completed at time of inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
Official code
09-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
Inspector notes
Counselor observed peeling paint/ dry wall in two spots in fours classroom.
Correction status
Due by February 25, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility's menu was not [ did not have substitutions noted]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H
Report comments
Substitution was not noted on posted menu; completed at time of inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
Official code
26-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The hand washing sink was used for something other than hand washing in that [soap, water and plates observed in handwashing sink.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, C
Inspector notes
Soap, water and plates observed in handwashing sink. Completed at time of inspection as handwashing sink is cleared. Technical Assistance: A handwashing sink shall not be used for any purpose other than handwashing.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1
The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [swing playset-broken steps, green swing cracking on bottom/ broken plastic]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F
Inspector notes
Swing playset-broken steps observed and green slide cracking on bottom/ broken plastic.
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Can you walk me through the current process for ensuring that attendance rosters are always with the group during transitions or emergency drills?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show an inspection report noted an instance where an attendance roster was not with the staff during a fire drill. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center ensures accountability for all children during transitions.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are in place to ensure children are always supervised, especially when moving through hallways or common areas?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that supervision of children in hallways or classrooms has been a topic of discussion in multiple reports. This question allows the director to explain the current strategies used to maintain consistent oversight.
Context
These instances were addressed at the time of the respective inspections.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe the training program for staff who assist with transporting children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report noted that some personnel lacked documented proof of transportation training. This question helps parents understand how the center ensures all drivers and assistants are properly prepared for safe transportation.
Context
A correction was due by 6/29/2025.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center manage the maintenance and safety checks for the outdoor play equipment?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a recent inspection identified concerns regarding the condition of playground equipment and surface materials. Asking about maintenance routines provides insight into how the center keeps play areas safe for children.
Context
Corrections were due by 6/29/2025.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for tracking and updating immunization records to ensure they remain current for all children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that expired immunization forms were noted in more than one report. This question helps families understand the administrative steps the center takes to keep health documentation up to date.
Context
Corrections were due by the dates noted in the respective reports.