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Bright Stars Child Care & Early Learning Center LLC

Licensed
6Elevated Risk

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4.1(32)Yelp(0)Claimed on Google
VPK
Center-based

On record in Florida.

325 W Busch Blvd, Tampa FL, 33612

Ages
6 wks – 5 yrs
Hours
6:30AM to 6:00PM
Licensed for
72 children

Hours

On the state licence record

6:30AM to 6:00PM

Monday through Friday

Listed on Google

Mon
6:30 AM–6 PM
Tue
6:30 AM–6 PM
Wed
6:30 AM–6 PM
Thu
6:30 AM–6 PM
Fri
6:30 AM–6 PM
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed

Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.

Amenities and accessibility

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Reported on the provider's Google business listing, not verified by the state.

Ages and programs

Reported to Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation by Bright Stars Child Care & Early Learning Center 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
  • Drop In
  • Food Served
  • Full Day
  • Half Day
  • Infant Care

The public record

License number
C13HI0674
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
72 children
Address
325 W Busch Blvd, Tampa FL, 33612
County
Hillsborough County
Website
Not listed
License issued
October 5, 2021
License expires
July 31, 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.

0 clean inspections · 4 with findings in the last 4

  1. FindingJul '23

    Jul 14, 2023

    Items posed suffocation risk in cribs, diaper area not separated from food area, and playground surface not maintained.

  2. FindingJul '24

    Jul 2, 2024

    04-01: Supervision of children in the [1-2 year] group was inadequate in that [a child was left behind during the fire drill.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Section 5, numbers 1 - 17) Comments During the time … | 23-08: The written record of the fire drills was incomplete and did not include the following:[there was no record of a June 2024 inspection logged on the fire drill sheet.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C (… | 23-11: All adults and children failed to evacuate the facility when the approved fire alarm system was activated. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, B (Section 14.3, number 2) Comments During the time of the inspe… | 23-13: The facility did not have a written emergency preparedness plan. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, A (Section 14.1, number 1), (Section 14.1, number 3), (Section 14.3, number 4) Comments During the time of… | 41-02: The Florida Certificate of immunization was not a

  3. FindingJul '25

    Jul 23, 2025

    17-01: The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Co… | 18-06: The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments During the time of the inspe… | 28-02: Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments During the time of the ins… | 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) Comments During the time of…

  4. FindingFeb '26

    Feb 23, 2026

    03-01: A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [4] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [5] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. Comments During the time of the inspection the L… | 04-01: Supervision of children in the [VPK ] group was inadequate in that [the teacher exited the classroom for several minutes.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 Comments During the time of the inspection the Lic… | 05-02: The facility did not maintain a log for all children being transported in a vehicle. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 A Comments During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed that the… | 05-07: Contact information and emergency medical consent for all children being transported was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.3, A Comments During the time of the inspection the Licensing Special… | 06-02: The drivers personnel record did not include [ An

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What the record says

Provider highlights

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Signals of care

Strengths

  • Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)

Points to verify

Consider before choosing

Not enough signal recorded yet.

How the reviews split

The 4.1 average comes from 32 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star25
  • 4 star0
  • 3 star0
  • 2 star0
  • 1 star7

Questions parents ask about Bright Stars Child Care & Early Learning Center LLC

Is Bright Stars Child Care & Early Learning Center LLC a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. Bright Stars Child Care & Early Learning Center LLC holds Florida DCF licence C13HI0674, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on October 5, 2021. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does Bright Stars Child Care & Early Learning Center LLC offer free VPK?

Yes. Bright Stars Child Care & Early Learning Center 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.

What are Bright Stars Child Care & Early Learning Center LLC's hours?

Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 6:30 AM–6 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.

How many children can Bright Stars Child Care & Early Learning Center LLC care for?

Bright Stars Child Care & Early Learning Center LLC is licensed for up to 72 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has Bright Stars Child Care & Early Learning Center LLC had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 7 inspections at Bright Stars Child Care & Early Learning Center LLC, 4 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.