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Bright Start Child Development Center

2935 Hillview St, Sarasota, FL 34239

License:
C12SA0262
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 14, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, VPK, Full Day, Half Day
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
32
License expiration:
December 31, 2026
Typical cost: $1,083 - $1,170 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,083 - $1,170/mo

Median daily rate: $50.00 - $54.00

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Sarasota County data.

Not this provider’s price.

Inspection snapshot

No recorded violations

No recorded violations were found in the available reports.

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Latest inspectionOctober 13, 2025
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsOctober 13, 2025

Summary

This summary covers eight available inspections for Bright Start Child Development Center from July 19, 2023 through October 13, 2025.

Those available inspections showed no recorded violations in the available records.

This summary uses available records only and may not reflect reports from other sources.

At a glance

Total inspections
8

1 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
0

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
0

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

8 total inspections vs 8.5 local median in 34239

Compared to 8 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0
Local median
0.25

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
0%
Local median
4%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
0%
Local median
13%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.63

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

No repeated topics found

The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

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.

General question

Could you describe the daily routines and activities you have in place for the children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding the daily structure helps families see how the center balances learning, play, and rest throughout the day.
General question

How do you handle communication with parents regarding their child's progress and any daily updates?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Regular communication is essential for building a strong partnership between families and the center staff.
General question

What is your approach to staff training and maintaining consistent supervision in the classrooms?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Learning about staff development and supervision practices provides insight into how the center supports a consistent environment for children.
General question

Can you explain the process for how staff manage transitions between different activities or areas of the center?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Smooth transitions are important for maintaining a calm and organized atmosphere for children throughout the day.
General question

What steps does the center take to ensure that play areas and equipment are kept clean and well-maintained?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Inquiring about maintenance and cleanliness practices helps parents understand the center's commitment to a tidy and prepared environment.