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Wish Upon A Star Preschool & Daycare, Inc.

5305 Babcock St NE, Palm Bay, FL 32905

License:
C18BR0221
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 13, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
274
License expiration:
March 12, 2027
Typical cost: $1,127 - $1,278 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,127 - $1,278/mo

Median daily rate: $52.00 - $59.00

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Brevard 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 inspectionJune 8, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 8, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 14 available inspections for Wish Upon A Star Preschool & Daycare, Inc. from February 20, 2023 through June 8, 2026.

Two inspections recorded violations, with two recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on February 7, 2024 and involved staff training, with a due date of March 4, 2024.

Transportation was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.

Eight later inspections, from February 9, 2024 through June 8, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
14

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
2

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

14 total inspections vs 12 local median in 32905

Compared to 13 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.14
Local median
0.61

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
7%
Local median
11%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
14%
Local median
31%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.62

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
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
Report comments
Technical assistance was given to the staff in charge as the facility did not have documentation to show that the child care personnel had begun within 90 days of employment the School Readiness training.
Correction status
Due by March 4, 2024
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-03
View official report
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The facility's transportation log did not include [all drivers and second sweep signature]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 6.2, number 3) General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
Some of the transportation logs did not include the drivers and second sweep signature. Technical assistance was given to the director that drivers and second sweep personnel should always sign the logs.
Correction status
Due by November 2, 2023
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
Official code
05-04

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 walk me through the current process for ensuring all transportation logs are fully signed by drivers and second-sweep staff?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an October 2023 inspection noted that some transportation logs were missing required signatures from drivers and second-sweep personnel.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the center track staff training milestones to ensure all new employees begin their required introductory training within the first 90 days?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from February 2024 indicated that documentation was not available to show that certain personnel had started their required introductory training on time.
Related violations
General question

What is your approach to maintaining consistent communication with parents regarding daily routines and any changes in classroom staffing?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Establishing clear communication channels helps families feel informed about who is caring for their child and how the daily schedule is managed.
General question

How do you support new staff members as they integrate into the classroom to ensure they are fully prepared to meet all center standards?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how the center mentors and monitors new employees provides insight into how they maintain consistent care quality across the facility.
General question

Can you describe the procedures in place for supervising children during transitions, such as arrival, departure, or moving between activity areas?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Learning about supervision routines during busy transition times helps parents understand how the center keeps children safe and accounted for throughout the day.