A Bright Beginning Childcare, Inc
JACKSONVILLE, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address8625 Old Kings Rd S, Jacksonville FL, 32217
CountyDUVAL
Phone9047302524
Operating details
HoursMon 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:00AM to 6:00PM
Capacity56
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 8/28/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High5
- Medium-High3
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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8625 Old Kings Rd S, Jacksonville FL, 32217, JACKSONVILLE, FL 32217
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- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
- Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
- This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 8/28/2025
- High2
- Medium-High2
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- High riskStandard 348/28/2025
34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 (34-04)
The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7 Comments: As of 7/25/2025 the facility does not have an active Director Credential staff. The license is on a provisional status until 1/25/2026. If a director's credential is available before the due date, submit the documentation to Licensing specialist. HEALTH REQUIREMENTS Due: 1/25/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-28. View official inspection document (report 999585ff-4dca-4a8e-b904-398621851860)
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-High riskStandard 1211/15/2024
12. (12-09)
There was evidence or the presence of rodent or vermin observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Counselor observed dead roaches inside two cabinets in the kitchen. The cabinets are located at the bottom, one right to the dish washing sink and right to the stove. Provider presented proof of pest control and cleaned the surfaces to remove dead roaches. This violation was corrected at the time of inspection. From The Child Care Facility Handbook 3.1 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. Compliance Comments Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance regarding storing of cleaning supplies. Poisonous/toxic chemicals or cleaning products must be stored separately from food. Products must not be stored on shelves above food preparation areas and/or food products intended for human consumption, unless placed in bins that are impermeable. 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-15. View official inspection document (report 1348fe6d-6cef-40a6-b34e-95e3fc299d62)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 1711/15/2024
17. (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) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Licensing specialist observed a blue water table outside the playground in need of cleaning. The water inside the water table was not fresh as it had collected sediment at the bottom of the container and live larvae. Provider emptied the water table and sanitized it. This violation was corrected at the time of inspection. From the Child Care Facility 3.1 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. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-15. View official inspection document (report 1348fe6d-6cef-40a6-b34e-95e3fc299d62)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 4011/15/2024
40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (40-04)
A medication, [inhaler], brought to the center for administration, was not in its original container. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: One inhaler medication was not in the original container. Provider will obtain the original container for the medication by due date or return medication to parent. Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance for as needed medication. From the Child Care Facility Handbook 6.5 Medication: Prescription and non-prescription medications that are used on an as needed basis require the parent/ legal guardian to provide additional documentation on the authorization form to describe symptoms that would require the medication to be given. Medication that has expired or that is no longer being dispensed must be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded. Prior to administering medication to children, child care personnel responsible for administering medication must be educated on proper administration procedures. Written documentation must be maintained in the personnel file that child care personnel administering medication have been educated on proper administration procedures. Prescription and non-prescription medication brought to the child care facility by the custodial parent or legal guardian must be in the original container. Prescription medication must have a label stating the name and contact information of the physician and/or pharmacy, childs name, name of the medication, and medication directions. All prescription and non-prescription medication must be dispensed according to written directions on the prescription label or printed manufacturers label and maintained at the appropriate temperature. RECORD KEEPING Compliance Comments Counselor reviewed all 41 children's Files. 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-15. View official inspection document (report 1348fe6d-6cef-40a6-b34e-95e3fc299d62)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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Estimated monthly cost
$973/month
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Typical prices in Florida run about $904/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Florida by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: JACKSONVILLE, DUVAL County
- Capacity: 56
- Type: Child Care Facility
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