Brilliant Creations Childcare Center LLC

COCOA, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

3.2based on state inspection data
Capacity75
HoursMon 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Tue 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Wed 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Thu 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Fri 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Sat 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Sun 12:00AM to 11:59PM
Est. price$918/mo

Contact information

Address285 N Lake View Blvd, Cocoa FL, 32926

CityCOCOA, FL 32926

CountyBREVARD

Phone3218064601

Operating details

HoursMon 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Tue 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Wed 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Thu 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Fri 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Sat 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Sun 12:00AM to 11:59PM

Capacity75

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/20/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High6
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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285 N Lake View Blvd, Cocoa FL, 32926, COCOA, FL 32926

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  1. This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
  2. Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
  3. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  4. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/20/2026

  • High1
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 474/20/2026

    47. Access/Child Safety CCF Handbook, Section 8 (47-01)

    Child care personnel inappropriately interacted with children in care in a manner that was aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, C Enforcement [SR] Comments: Via Video the Director watched the tape with the mother and observed the teacher taking the child by his right hand aggressively and walking him over to the wall. Technical assistance was given to the Director that staff should not interact with children in an aggressive manner. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-20. View official inspection document (report 7ac1566c-6fab-46f0-b95d-ac5386dd65b8)

    Corrected at inspection
  2. High riskStandard 474/20/2026

    47. Access/Child Safety CCF Handbook, Section 8 (47-03)

    As a mandated reporter, the owner, operator, employee, volunteer or substitute failed to report suspected child abuse or neglect as required in section 39.201, Florida Statutes. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, B Enforcement [SR] Comments: As a Mandated reporter, the Director failed to report this suspected child abuse. Technical assistance was given to the Director reminding the facility as a mandated report suspected child abuse or neglect must be reported. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-20. View official inspection document (report 7ac1566c-6fab-46f0-b95d-ac5386dd65b8)

    Corrected at inspection
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 361/8/2026

    36. (36-02)

    Documentation of pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification was not on file for child care personnel. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: The Director CPR expired. Technical assistance was given to the director, and the facility has a due date of 2/9/26 to comply. 37. First Aid Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 38. Emergency Telephone Numbers CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 2/9/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-08. View official inspection document (report 7ab12cb3-526b-4e4d-9d57-7f18162593a9)

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 325/13/2025

    32. (32-04)

    Inspections were not conducted and documented monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: No inspection and documentation of the playground was conducted from February 2025. Technical assistance was given to the director and the facility conducted and documented the playground log at the time of the inspection. TRAINING Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-13. View official inspection document (report 55b214e6-063e-47ea-8fda-5a8b8d2e4cee)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium riskStandard 331/15/2025

    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: A staff who has been in the childcare industry since 12.5.23 did not complete the Department five-hour early literacy course. Technical assistance was given to the director and the facility has a due date of 2/17/25 to comply Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-15. View official inspection document (report 77aef27a-f4cd-4eaf-8c2c-fa6de8f64027)

    Not corrected

2024

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 339/24/2024

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-01)

    Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: Child Care Staff listed on the supplemental page did not complete the 40-hour introductory training. TA Child Care Staff must begin training within 90 days of employment in the childcare industry and successfully complete training within 12 months from the date training begins. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-24. View official inspection document (report d0d5de47-1d0b-4348-abcd-3c79aa11591b)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

14Total Violations
2Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$918/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: COCOA, BREVARD County
  • Capacity: 75
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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