Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.58
- Local median
- 1.56
Bright Horizons At Wellington
3220 S State Road 7, Wellington, FL 33449
- License:
- C15PB0197
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 228
- License expiration:
- December 31, 2026
Typical cost: Not available for Palm Beach County.
Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionApril 29, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 29, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 12 available inspections for Bright Horizons At Wellington from March 21, 2023 through April 29, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with seven recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on August 26, 2025 and involved attendance accountability, with a due date of September 26, 2025.
That higher-concern topic showed up in two inspections.
Three later inspections, from September 4, 2025 through April 29, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 12
- Recorded violations
- 7
- Higher-concern violations
- 3
- Repeated topics
- 0
4 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
12 total inspections vs 7 local median in Wellington
Compared to 20 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 25%
- Local median
- 28%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 63%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 3.15
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.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have verification of a current and approved annual fire inspection. Inspection and approval was required as of [2]. 1. Ambulance 2. Fire 3. Police 4. Regional and National Poison Control 5. Florida Abuse Hotline 6. Palm Beach County Health Department
- Report comments
- The facility completed the Annual Fire Inspection on 8/19/2025, however, the facility has 1 outstanding violation on the report. The reinspection date shows 9/2/2025. Director comment: Per Mrs. Pogas, The Fire Marshall determined that a vine decoration needed to come off the wall before they could approve the inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by September 4, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Fire Drills/Fire Plan/Fire Inspection (Articles X.A, F and XV.E)
- Official code
- 28-06
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Children received and present in the program were not signed in as required.
- Report comments
- Child (BT) was not signed in on 8/26/2025.
- Correction status
- Due by September 26, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E)
- Official code
- 34-05
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The wall in the [Preschool 3, 5 , 6 , Infant (2) , Two's (1) classroom.] room was not in good repair as evidenced by [Peeling Paint ].
- Inspector notes
- Peeling paint was observed in the classroom of Preschool 3, 5, 6 . Peeling paint was located on the wall behind the blue calendar and near window seal in classroom Preschool 5. In Preschool 6 : peeling paint was located on beside the children restroom. Also there was peeling paint located near the rocking chair of Infant classroom 2 and in Two's Classroom 1 there is peeling near the children sofa couch and by the garbage can.
- Correction status
- Due by May 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Floor, Walls, and Ceiling Good Repair (Article X.A)
- Official code
- 15-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Staff purses or other personal items were observed accessible to children in the [Preschool 1].
- Inspector notes
- Observed in the preschool 1 classroom, the storage door was closed with the key inside of the door, however the was unlock to which gave children access to staff purse. The correction were made by locking the door.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Toxic/Hazardous Items (Article X.A)
- Official code
- 36-07
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The outdoor play space was not adequately enclosed; fencing was missing, broken or not safely secure as evidenced by [4 inch gap].
- Inspector notes
- Observed a 4 inch gap located between the fence and an interior gate on the outdoor art patio.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 25 - Outdoor Play Area Free of Debris/Fenced/Shaded (Article X.B)
- Official code
- 25-04
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Child(ren) released to parent/guardian was/were not signed out by an authorized person.
- Report comments
- Authorized signatures not available for : -J.S.M - 3/6 3/7/ 3/8, 3/9 -C.M -3/8, 3/9 -S.G -3/6
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E)
- Official code
- 34-04
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's documentation of an unusual incident/accident did not include information noted in number(s) as follows: [Description of event, and actions taken] 1. The name of the affected person 2. Date and time of occurrence 3. Description of event 4. Actions taken by whom 5. Signatures of staff 6. Parent signature
- Report comments
- -Monitored the incident reports: The incident report for A.H. states that the incident occurred on 3/17/23 at 12:35P.M at the table during lunch time. Location: Preschool 3 classroom. The description of the event states: Type of incident: Injury/Event What happened: Body part piched/caught by object. Type of Injury/Event: No Known Injury. Body Part: Genital Area Unknown /Not Applicable Type of First Aid Renedered: No treatment needed Actions taken and by whom: Not available The incident report for S.S states that the incident occurred on 3/17/23 at 12:35P.M at the table during lunch time. Location: Preschool 3 classroom. The description of the event states: Type of incident: ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 7, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Accident/Incident Reports Complete (Articles XIII.B and XV.E)
- Official code
- 33-03
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
Could you explain the current process for ensuring all children are signed in and out of the facility each day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an inspection in August 2025 where a child was not signed in as required. This question helps clarify how the center maintains accurate daily attendance logs to ensure every child is accounted for.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that staff personal items, like purses, are kept in secure areas away from children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from May 2024 noted an instance where staff personal items were accessible to children. Asking this helps parents understand the current storage practices and security measures in place.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for maintaining up-to-date fire inspection documentation and addressing any required facility maintenance?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from August 2025 indicate a temporary gap in verification for an annual fire inspection. This question allows the provider to explain how they track and resolve these regulatory requirements.
Related violations
General question
How do you handle communication with families if an incident occurs during the day to ensure all details are clearly documented?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a center documents and shares information about accidents helps parents feel confident in the center's transparency and communication standards.
General question
What is your routine for inspecting the facility and outdoor play areas to ensure everything remains in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular facility upkeep is important for maintaining a comfortable and well-maintained environment for children. This question helps parents learn about the center's approach to ongoing maintenance and safety checks.