Bright Beginnings Early Learning Center
DUNEDIN, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address2811 Belcher Rd, Dunedin FL, 34698
CountyPINELLAS
Phone7277995437
Operating details
HoursMon 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Tue 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Wed 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Thu 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Fri 7:00AM to 5:30PM
Capacity250
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/28/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High2
- Medium1
- Medium-Low3
- Low0
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Location
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2811 Belcher Rd, Dunedin FL, 34698, DUNEDIN, FL 34698
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- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/28/2026
- High1
- Medium-High1
- Medium0
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 185/28/2026
18. Medication: V. A. (18-22)
Parental permission was not obtained prior to administering either sunscreen insect repellant or diaper cream. Comments: Diaper ointment was used without permission from the parent. As corrective action, please submit written documentation from all staff members showing that they understand the regulation and the centers policy for using diaper cream, sunscreen, and/or insect repellant. 19. License Posted V. A. Not Monitored 20. Administrative Fine Posted: V. A. Not Monitored 21. Accidents/Incidents V. A. Not Monitored 22. Posted/Appropriate Activities: V. A. Not Monitored 23. Written Plan (Infants) V. A. Not Monitored 24. Written Report (Infants) V. A. Not Monitored 25. Field Trips V. A. Not Monitored 26. Emergency Plan/Diagram Posted V. A. Not Monitored PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT VI 27. Fire Inspection VI.B. Not Monitored 28. Telephone VI.B. Not Monitored 29. Fire Drills. VI. B. Not Monitored 30. Square Footage (Indoor) VI. C. Not Monitored 31. Separate Room (Infants) VI.C. Not Monitored 32. Outdoor Exit (Infants) VI. C. Not Monitored 33. Diapering Area (Infants) VI. C. Not Monitored 34. Lighting VI. C. Not Monitored 35. Temperature and Ventilation VI.C. Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-28. View official inspection document (report 493828ac-4dbf-4dcf-91bb-b75ef90b9440)
Not corrected
2025
- High riskStandard 111/14/2025
11. General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening (11-09)
See the Personnel Records Summary for [2] Child Care personnel whose background screening was not completed within 5 years after the initial screening, or after a 90 days break in service. Comments: Please submit the current background screenings obtained by resubmitting the staff members' fingerprints. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-14. View official inspection document (report 6c3ffa91-73bc-409d-b2d6-f01c9043641a)
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 801/14/2025
80. Formula (80-01)
Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. Comments: Cups in several classrooms did not have the required first and last names on them. Staff corrected this during the inspection by writing the missing names on the cups. Director is having a Staff meeting, where she will address the regulation, and the requirement to have both names on the cups from Home. APPLICATION, FEE, LICENSE X Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-14. View official inspection document (report 6c3ffa91-73bc-409d-b2d6-f01c9043641a)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,009/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
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: DUNEDIN, PINELLAS County
- Capacity: 250
- Type: Child Care Facility
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