Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.62
- Local median
- 0.88
Bright Imaginations Learning Centers
3915 Old Road 37, Lakeland, FL 33813
- License:
- C10PO0606
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, After School, Before School, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 174
- License expiration:
- May 30, 2027
Typical cost: $1,127 - $1,157 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,127 - $1,157/mo
Median daily rate: $52.00 - $53.40
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Polk County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Questions worth asking
The available records raise questions worth asking before enrolling.
Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionMay 14, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 14, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 13 available inspections for Bright Imaginations Learning Centers from January 18, 2023 through May 14, 2026.
Eight inspections recorded violations, with eight recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on January 19, 2026 and involved staff training.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 13
- Recorded violations
- 8
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 2
3 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
13 total inspections vs 12 local median in 33813
Compared to 22 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 11%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 62%
- Local median
- 44%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 2.05
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
January 25, 2024September 20, 2024Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
September 13, 2023January 19, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, an employee listed on the supplemental began in the industry at Brilliant Minds on June 8, 2023, and did not finish the required 40 hour introductory training under January 7, 2026.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Breastmilk or formula was fed to the wrong child. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.6, C Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the complaint, information obtained through interviews revealed a child in the infant classroom was fed formula for a bottle that was not hers. The noncompliance was resolved once the child was given the appropriate bottle; no longer enrolled. Provider advised to ensure all children enrolled are given their correct bottles/sippy cups to maintain compliance of this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection the specialist observed one vent in the infants room that is in need of cleaning. The provider has until the due date to have the vent cleaned and return to compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by February 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [there were four inches of mulch around the green stationed car in the second playground. ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there were four inches of mulch around the green stationed car in the second playground. The provider placed more mulch around the green stationed equipment. The mulch met the requirement of six inches of protective surface around stationed equipment therefore it was completed at the time of the inspection. TA: The provider will need to rake the mulch in and around the large climbing equipment.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 14.2, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- The fire inspection for last year was conducted on 3/30/23 and expired 3/30/24 and then was not completed again until 4/5/24. Fire drills were conducted on a monthly basis and a fire drill was conducted with the counselor at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
No recorded violations in this report
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 [some of the boards on the equipment was observed rotten.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the blue and red stationary car located under the tree on the far-right side had 2 sections of wood that were rotten and/or had a piece missing. Also, the blue and red shade structure had multiple pieces of wood that were rotten and 1 had an exposed screw. Technical assistance was given to the provider to replace the wood or remove the equipment from the playground prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by February 4, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that provider's new staff, child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of fire extinguishers training. Provider produced training certificates for new staff at the end of inspection that were completed at the time of the orientation onboarding process for new hires. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that fire extinguishers is documented within 30 days of employment for all staff.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain written documentation for the number of hours a volunteer worked. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the hours that the staff had volunteered were not documented. The staff's name is listed in the supplemental and she was added as childcare personnel on 5/3/23 making this standard completed at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-06
No recorded violations in this report
Questions to ask
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
What is your current process for ensuring all new staff members complete their required introductory training on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in early 2026 show a finding regarding the completion timeline for introductory staff training. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center tracks these requirements for new hires.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you explain the steps taken in the infant room to ensure each child receives their correct bottle or food item?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2025 noted a concern regarding the distribution of infant feedings. This question allows you to understand the safety protocols currently in place to prevent similar mix-ups.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you maintain and inspect your outdoor play equipment to ensure it stays in good condition for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that equipment maintenance has been a topic of discussion in more than one report. Asking about the routine inspection schedule helps you understand how the center keeps the play areas in good repair.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your daily routine for cleaning and sanitizing the facility to ensure all areas remain clean for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official report from 2025 identified a need for cleaning in certain areas of the facility. This question helps you learn about the center's regular cleaning schedule and how they maintain a tidy environment.
- Context
- A later inspection in May 2026 did not note this concern.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families about upcoming changes to your daily schedule or classroom routines?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a center shares information helps parents feel connected to their child's daily experience. Consistent communication is a key part of building a strong partnership between families and the center.