Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.47
- Local median
- 0.47
BRIGHT MINDS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY
7150 W McNab Rd, Tamarac, FL 33321
- License:
- C17BO0507
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 103
- License expiration:
- June 30, 2027
Typical cost: $1,235 - $1,387 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,235 - $1,387/mo
Median daily rate: $57.00 - $64.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Broward County data.
Not this provider’s price.
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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 7, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 7, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 15 available inspections for BRIGHT MINDS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY from May 11, 2023 through May 7, 2026.
Five inspections recorded violations, with seven recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on April 23, 2025 and involved facility condition, with a due date of May 23, 2025.
Child guidance was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
Four later inspections, from May 22, 2025 through May 7, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 15
- Recorded violations
- 7
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 3
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
15 total inspections vs 14 local median in 33321
Compared to 13 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 7%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 31%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 3
- Local average
- 1.23
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
January 16, 2025April 23, 2025Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
September 23, 2024April 23, 2025Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
November 14, 2024April 23, 2025Inspection 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
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-30(b), Ordinance: All staff members of child care facilities must have a high school diploma or the equivalent. A high school diploma or equivalent was not on file for all staff members.
- Correction / follow-up note
- A staff member did not have proof of education on file.
- Correction status
- Due by May 23, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Education Requirements Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 02-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-32, Ordinance: Before the first day of employment at a child care facility, all child care personnel, excluding temporary substitutes, must have on file at the child care facility a signed statement from a licensed physician or authorized agent of the Florida Department of Health attesting that the person is in good health in order to care for children in a child care facility setting. The health assessment statement shall be documented on a form prescribed by the local licensing agency and updated at least every two years. Child Care personnel did not have a current health statement on file.
- Report comments
- A staff member did not have a current medical statement on file.
- Correction status
- Due by May 23, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-32, Ordinance Sec. 7-32, Ordinance
- Official code
- 05-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- 3.1(A), Handbook: All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Facility/Storage [SR]
- Inspector notes
- -The yellow merry go cycle at the playground was observed with chipped paint. - The water fountains at the playground were not working properly and the water pressure needs to be adjusted. - The handwashing sink at the 2-year-old classroom was not draining properly.
- Correction status
- Due by May 23, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 10-14
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-32, Ordinance: Before the first day of employment at a child care facility, all child care personnel, excluding temporary substitutes, must have on file at the child care facility a signed statement from a licensed physician or authorized agent of the Florida Department of Health attesting that the person is in good health in order to care for children in a child care facility setting. The health assessment statement shall be documented on a form prescribed by the local licensing agency and updated at least every two years. Child Care personnel did not have a current health statement on file.
- Report comments
- One staff member did not have a current medical statement on file. See supplemental inspection sheet for additional information.
- Correction status
- Due by February 17, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-32, Ordinance
- Official code
- 05-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- 4.7, Handbook: Section 402.305(2)(f), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. The facility has no director or the director does not meet the minimum qualifications.
- Report comments
- CCLE staff was notified on 11/13/24 that there was not an active credentialed director in place. The facility will be placed on a provisional license.
- Correction status
- Due by May 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Education Requirements Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 02-01
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- 2.8 (B), Handbook: The child care facility operators, employees, and volunteers must comply with written disciplinary and expulsion policies. Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written expulsion policy. Ratios/Discipline [SR]
- Report comments
- Complaint alleges that a teacher put tape on another child's mouth for "bad behavior". A complaint inspection was conducted on 11/7/2024 and a statement from the Director (J. Lugo) was received. Per the Director, a parent notified her via email on 11/1/2024 that her child told her that a teacher (Ms. S. Drummond-Lee) put tape over another child's mouth (CC 4y/o). The Director reviewed the footage form 10/31/2024 and other dates at random and didn't see what was being alleged against the teacher. She proceeded to speak with the teacher and the teacher admitted to showing the child the . The teacher did not admit to proceeding with actually placing the tape on the child's mouth ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Child Discipline Group: Sec. 7-34, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec.
- Official code
- 09-10
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- 3.1(A), Handbook: All child care facilities must be in good repair, free from health and safety hazards. Areas of the facility were found to be in need of repair in the following areas [see below]. Facility/Storage [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The following were observed to be in need of repair during today's visit: There is a cracked toilet paper dispenser in the 3 year old classroom. There is a running toilet in the bathroom in the 3 year old classroom. There were several stained ceiling tiles throughout the 3 year old classroom Bike-merry-go-round was observed with chipping paint and rusted bars. Stair handles on play structure was observed with chipping paint and rusted handles.
- Correction status
- Due by September 30, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 11-13
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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
Can you tell me about the training and guidance provided to staff regarding the center's discipline policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show a past inspection where a concern was raised regarding compliance with the facility's written discipline policy. Asking about current training helps clarify how the center ensures all staff members follow established behavioral guidance procedures.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current process for ensuring that all staff members have their required health assessments and documentation on file?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show that documentation for staff health assessments was a topic in more than one report. This question helps parents understand the administrative steps taken to keep these records current.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage the ongoing maintenance and repair schedule for the playground and classroom equipment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate that facility maintenance and the condition of equipment have been noted in multiple inspections. Asking about the maintenance schedule provides insight into how the center keeps the environment in good repair for the children.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you explain the steps taken to ensure all staff members meet the necessary educational qualifications and credentialing requirements?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report shows that staff education and director credentialing were topics noted in previous records. This question helps parents understand the center's current approach to verifying staff qualifications.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families about daily routines and any changes in classroom staffing?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a center keeps families informed about daily operations and staffing helps parents feel more connected and comfortable with the care their children receive.