Bright Star Academy Day Care Corp
16341 NW 57th Ave, Miami Gardens FL, 33014
- Ages6 wks – 5 yrs
- HoursContact for hours
- Capacity102 children
Overview
About Us
Bright Star Academy Day Care Corp is a licensed child care center with a large DCF-licensed capacity of 102 children in Miami Gardens, Florida. The program has served Miami Gardens families for over 21 years, according to its DCF licensing record.
Programs on record for this provider include Florida's free Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK), Florida School Readiness subsidies, and Gold Seal Quality Care designation. Use the licensing, inspection, and parent-review sections below to review the full record before contacting Bright Star Academy Day Care Corp.
Florida DCF
Safety & Licensing
Florida DCF License
C11MD1261
Inspection History
6 clean inspections · 2 with findings in the last 8
- CleanFeb '23
- CleanJun '23
- CleanOct '23
- CleanJan '24
- CleanMay '24
- CleanSep '24
FindingJan '25
Jan 8, 2025
18-12: Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments FSC observed Bedding and/or li… | 41-02: The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comment…
FindingJan '26
Jan 30, 2026
17-06: The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR… | 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,…
Findings are summarized from the official Florida DCF inspection report. Click a finding pill to expand the summary. Fresh violations may show “Summary pending” while business profiles are being updated.
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.
What the record says
Provider highlights
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Signals of care
Strengths
- Quality: Gold Seal accredited by the state
- Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
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