Junior Bears Child Care LLC
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 31 and 52. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
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On record in Florida.
2980 Pat McKee Pl, Melbourne FL, 32940
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Licensed for
- 153 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
- Monday
- 6:00AM to 8:00PM
- Tuesday
- 6:00AM to 8:00PM
- Wednesday
- 6:00AM to 8:00PM
- Thursday
- 6:00AM to 8:00PM
- Friday
- 6:00AM to 10:30PM
- Saturday
- 6:00AM to 8:00PM
- Sunday
- 6:00AM to 8:00PM
Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.
Ages and programs
Reported to Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation by Junior Bears Child Care LLC and published in the state licence record. Availability is not the same as licensing, so confirm openings directly.
Licensed to serve
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
Programs on record
- After School
- Before School
- Drop In
- Food Served
- Full Day
- Half Day
- Infant Care
- Transportation
- Weekend Care
The public record
- License number
- C18BR0304
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 153 children
- Address
- 2980 Pat McKee Pl, Melbourne FL, 32940
- County
- Brevard County
- Phone
- +13213278852
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- January 21, 2022
- License expires
- January 20, 2027
This page republishes the public license record maintained by the Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation. Fields marked "Not listed" are absent from the state's published data, not hidden. Verify current license status with the agency before enrolling.
Verified Credentials
- Level 2 Background Checks
- CPR / First Aid Certified Staff
- Secure Entry System
- Continuous Video Monitoring (facilities only)
Minimums required by Florida DCF licensing for every Licensed Child Care Facility. Individual center audits may cover more than the list above.
Inspection record
Individual inspection visits as recorded by Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation, shown as reported.
1 clean inspection · 5 with findings in the last 6
FindingJul '23
Jul 24, 2023
11-03: Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B General Requirements [SR] Comments On July 20, 2023, the daycare emplo… | 11-04: A method of discipline was used at the facility that was severe, humiliating or frightening to children in that [the daycare employee grabbed Elijah by the arm and carried him across the room due to h… | 47-03: As a mandated reporter, the owner, operator, employee, volunteer or substitute failed to report suspected child abuse or neglect as required in section 39.201, Florida Statutes. CCF Handbook, Section …
FindingJul '23
Jul 26, 2023
04-01: Supervision of children in the [school age ] group was inadequate in that [a non verbal autistic child was left unattended for an unknown length of time with no staff supervision. There were open spra…
FindingSep '24
Sep 17, 2024
32-07: The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swing in the 4 year old playgound] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments Resilient surface mu… | 41-01: Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1,… | 44-01: Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Record Keeping [SR] Comments Standard 44…
FindingApr '25
Apr 10, 2025
39-03: Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A Health Requirements [SR] Comments Licensing Specialist observed a child care p…
FindingApr '25
Apr 22, 2025
33-01: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Comments Licensing S…
- CleanApr '26
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What the record says
Provider highlights
Drawn from licensing flags published by the Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation. Parent-review summaries will appear here once enough reviews have been collected.
Signals of care
Strengths
- Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
- Programs: Head Start participant
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
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Questions parents ask about Junior Bears Child Care LLC
Is Junior Bears Child Care LLC a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Junior Bears Child Care LLC holds Florida DCF licence C18BR0304, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on January 21, 2022. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Junior Bears Child Care LLC offer free VPK?
- Yes. Junior Bears Child Care LLC is on record with Florida DCF as a Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) provider, so eligible 4-year-olds can attend the state-funded program here at no cost. Confirm current VPK enrollment with the provider.
Does Junior Bears Child Care LLC accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Junior Bears Child Care LLC participates in Florida's School Readiness program, so families approved for child care assistance through their local Early Learning Coalition may be able to use it here.
How many children can Junior Bears Child Care LLC care for?
- Junior Bears Child Care LLC is licensed for up to 153 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Junior Bears Child Care LLC had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 20 inspections at Junior Bears Child Care LLC, 5 of which recorded at least one finding. Reports are published by the state and summarized as reported; a finding is a cited standard, not a judgment of overall quality.
