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BRIGHTSTAR PRESCHOOL

4340 W Oakland Park Blvd, Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33313

License:
C17BO1019
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 11, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
72
License expiration:
September 30, 2026
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.

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 16, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 16, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 10 available inspections for BRIGHTSTAR PRESCHOOL from October 29, 2024 through April 16, 2026.

One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on October 8, 2025 and involved supervision, with a due date of October 8, 2025.

Two later inspections, from December 22, 2025 through April 16, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
10

5 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
1

1 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

1 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

10 total inspections vs 13 local median in 33313

Compared to 25 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.1
Local median
0.55

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
10%
Local median
17%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
10%
Local median
22%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
1

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.

View official report
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Sec. 7-33(e), Ordinance: There shall be at least one child care staff member providing direct supervision at all times when one or more children are present. At no time shall any children be left alone for any reason without direct supervision by a child care staff member. Direct supervision means watching and directing the childrens activities within close proximity in the same room or within a designated outdoor play area, and responding to each childs needs. Child care personnel and volunteers at a facility must be assigned to provide care to a specific group of children and be present with that group at all times during the day, including during meals, napping, and transportation of children 2.4.1(B), Handbook: Children must never be left inside or outside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location by themselves. Lack of direct supervision occurred when [the teacher left the room unsupervised to collect some toys outside the classroom. ]. Ratios/Discipline [SR]
Report comments
Complaint alleges that on 10/6/2025,at pickup time, the parent noticed that the child's pinky finger nail plate was missing. His whole finger squeezed off. The parent brought it to the teacher Ms. T attention and she was told that the child was playing with someone and was pushed. Thee cameras were checked and the teacher left the classroom leaving the children unattended and running around in the classroom. Someone pushed the door open and his finger was squeezed between the door jamb and the child was screaming. FINDINGS: A complaint inspection was conducted on 10/8/2025 and a statement from the owner and teacher was received. Per the teacher N. Williams, she had left the r ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by October 8, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec.
Official code
07-04

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 describe the steps taken to ensure that children are always under direct staff supervision throughout the day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an October 2025 inspection report indicate a concern regarding a situation where a teacher left a classroom unattended. This question helps clarify the current protocols in place to maintain constant supervision of all children.
Context
A later clean inspection was conducted on April 16, 2026.
Related violations
General question

What training do staff members receive regarding classroom safety and monitoring children during transitions or play?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how staff are trained helps parents feel confident in the team's ability to manage classroom dynamics and keep children secure. Consistent training practices are a key part of maintaining a high-quality care environment.
General question

How does the center communicate with families if there is an unexpected incident involving a child during the day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication policies ensure that parents are informed promptly and accurately about any events affecting their child. Knowing the center's process for reporting incidents provides peace of mind for families.
General question

What is the daily routine for teachers to ensure they remain with their assigned group of children at all times?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Daily routines and staffing assignments are fundamental to ensuring that every child is accounted for and supervised. Learning about these procedures helps parents understand how the facility manages group care throughout the day.
General question

How are classroom environments set up to minimize risks and keep children secure while they play?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Proactive environmental design is an important part of preventing accidents in a childcare setting. Asking about these measures helps parents understand how the facility prioritizes the physical well-being of the children in their care.