Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.22
- Local median
- 0.75
Bright Beginning Daycare
15 Juniper Loop Run, Ocala, FL 34480
- License:
- F05MA0271
- Type:
- Family Day Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 10
- License expiration:
- July 26, 2027
Typical cost: $867 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$867/mo
Median daily rate: $40.00 (non-Gold Seal only)
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Marion 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 29, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 29, 2026
Summary
This summary covers nine available inspections for Bright Beginning Daycare from June 13, 2023 through June 29, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with two recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 13, 2023 and involved staff-to-child ratio.
Eight later inspections, from June 26, 2023 through June 29, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 9
- Recorded violations
- 2
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
9 total inspections vs 5 local median in 34480
Compared to 11 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 11%
- Local median
- 11%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 11%
- Local median
- 27%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.36
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.
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Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A family day care home may provide care for a maximum of: 4 children from birth to 12 months of age. 3 children from birth to 12 months of age, and other children, for a maximum total of six children. 6 preschool children if all are older than 12 months of age. 10 children if no more than 5 are preschool age and, of those 5, no more than 2 are under 12 months of age. There were [11 ] children observed in care and their ages were [ (1/2's, 1/4's, 1/5's, 1/6's, 1/11's, 3/12's, 2/13's, 1/16's) ]. 402.302(8), F.S., FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.2.1 (Section 3.1) Licensed Family [SR]
- Report comments
- Counselor found that 11(1/2's, 1/4's, 1/5's, 1/6's, 1/11's, 3/12's, 2/13's, 1/16's) children were present during the inspection. One of the children went home during the inspection. Technical assistance was provided during the inspection that the home should stay in ratio.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- LICENSED FAMILY - 01 - Licensed Capacity/ Ratio
- Official code
- 01-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The operator did not have documentation of current vaccination records for the pet observed.Vaccinations are available for this type of animal. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 9, number 10) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Counselor found that the Provider did not have documentation of pet # 1 current vaccination record. The Provider should get pet # 1 vaccination record. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that all pet vaccination records should be available during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by June 27, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Animal Vaccinations
- Official code
- 09-01
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
How do you manage daily attendance to ensure the home always stays within the required staff-to-child ratios?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in June 2023 noted an instance where the number of children in care exceeded the licensed capacity. Asking about current attendance practices helps families understand how the provider maintains consistent supervision and compliance with state guidelines.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the 2023 inspection, and subsequent inspections have been clear.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you explain your process for keeping pet vaccination records up to date and accessible for review?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from June 2023 show that documentation for pet vaccinations was missing at the time of the visit. This question helps parents understand how the provider organizes and maintains health-related documentation for animals on the premises.
- Context
- The record was due by June 2023, and subsequent inspections have been clear.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with parents regarding daily routines and any changes in the schedule?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Establishing clear communication expectations helps parents stay informed about their child's daily experiences and any adjustments to the program's routine.
General question
What is your approach to handling transitions or new arrivals during the day to ensure every child feels settled?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how the provider supports children during transitions provides insight into the care environment and the attention given to individual child comfort.
General question
How do you ensure that all staff members are prepared to meet the specific needs of the children in your care?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about staff preparation and training helps families feel confident in the provider's ability to offer high-quality, responsive care for their children.