Bright Star Kid Care LLC

45. (45-09)

The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the facility clearinghouse roster was not updated. Staff member is not on clearinghouse roster. (See supplemental) 5 Background Screening K. The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of the employment termination. Due: 4/20/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-18. View official inspection document (report 5e8afff2-f168-451b-89bd-9045601df35f)

45. (45-04)

An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: There is staff files that have not had employment history check completed by the facility. 5 Background Screening D. The employer/owner/operator must conduct employment history checks, including documented attempts to contact each employer that employed the individual within the preceding five years, and documentation of the findings. Documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/her regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. The employer/owner/operator must make at least three attempts to obtain employment history information. Failed attempts to obtain employment history must be documented in the personnel file and include date, time, and the reason the information was not obtained. Due: 4/20/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-18. View official inspection document (report 5e8afff2-f168-451b-89bd-9045601df35f)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-03)

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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: There are staff members at the facility 90 days past due to begin the DCF introductory training. 4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry in any licensed Florida child care facility. This may be accomplished by classroom attendance in a Department-approved training course, acquiring an educational exemption from a Department-approved training course, beginning a Department-approved online child care training course, or by receiving results from a Department-approved competency examination. The child care program is responsible for obtaining training documentation from child care personnel. Due: 4/20/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-18. View official inspection document (report 5e8afff2-f168-451b-89bd-9045601df35f)

32. (32-07)

The ground cover or other protective surface under the [all anchored equipment at the facility] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: The facility permanent anchored equipment did not have six inches of protective ground surface. 3.12 Outdoor Equipment D. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. 1. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves are unsuitable for use in the use zone area. TRAINING Due: 4/20/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-18. View official inspection document (report 5e8afff2-f168-451b-89bd-9045601df35f)

12. (12-01)

Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: The facility exchange vents need to be cleaned; there is lint build up. 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements A. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 4/20/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-18. View official inspection document (report 5e8afff2-f168-451b-89bd-9045601df35f)

44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (44-04)

The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist reviewed 13 personnel files and observed 2 personnel files that did not include a current CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form. See supplemental. Corrected at time of inspection. Technical assistance was provided regarding maintaining a signed a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form. Provider had personnel to sign CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form at the time of the inspection. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-01. View official inspection document (report bfd093de-c1ae-4403-b645-b09f7646f369)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-06)

The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C Comments: Licensing Specialist observed facility did not have documentation to show completion of a department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for one childcare personnel. See supplemental. Corrected prior to uploading. Technical assistance was provided regarding department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course documentation. Licensing Specialist reviewed personnel training transcript and observed that personnel listed on supplemental completed the 5-hour early literacy on 12/03/2025. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-01. View official inspection document (report bfd093de-c1ae-4403-b645-b09f7646f369)

04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (04-04)

Children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that [all staff were sitting under the shaded picnic area]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, A General Requirements [SR] Comments: 2.4.1 General Supervision Requirements A. Childcare personnel must position themselves in the outdoor play area so that all children can be observed and directly supervised. Upon review of the video recording, the licensing specialist noted that all staff members were seated in the shaded area for the duration of outdoor play. The director acknowledged the concern and shared that she had previously discussed with the teachers the importance of position to adequately supervise all areas of the playground. She stated addressed the issue at the time of the complaint, and reminded staff of proper supervision practices to ensure all children are visible at all times. 05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 Not Monitored 06. Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 Not Monitored 08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-30. View official inspection document (report 3a53f6a9-f85b-4f4f-99e4-166b40ce00f9)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-03)

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 Comments: The staff member have not started the introductory training. (See Supplemental) 34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 Not Monitored HEALTH REQUIREMENTS Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-07. View official inspection document (report 2900f135-ad40-4d8c-9104-233e36604157)

41. (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] Comments: There is a child in care with expired immunization. (See Supplemental) Compliance Comments Reviewed 15 childrens files (I-P) including newly enrolled. 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments Monitored H1N1 and distracted driver brochure requirements 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments Licensing specialist partially reviewed (19) staff files in office. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-24. View official inspection document (report 1d46fbd1-5053-492d-8c1d-23d82de603ea)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-03)

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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: There is a staff member past 90 days DCF introductory training. (See Supplemental) Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-24. View official inspection document (report 1d46fbd1-5053-492d-8c1d-23d82de603ea)