Bright Minds Family Daycare LLC
GAINESVILLE, FL·Family Day Care HomeLicensed
Contact information
Address4456 NW 19th St, Gainesville FL, 32605
CountyALACHUA
Phone3523013351
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
Capacity10
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/30/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium-High4
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4456 NW 19th St, Gainesville FL, 32605, GAINESVILLE, FL 32605
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/30/2026
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- Medium-High4
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- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 016/30/2026
01. (01-01)
A family day care home may provide care for a maximum of: 4 children from birth to 12 months of age. 3 children from birth to 12 months of age, and other children, for a maximum total of six children. 6 preschool children if all are older than 12 months of age. 10 children if no more than 5 are preschool age and, of those 5, no more than 2 are under 12 months of age. There were [9] children observed in care and their ages were [Infant to School-Age]. 402.302(8), F.S., FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.2.1 (Section 2.2.2, Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Licensed Family [SR] Comments: Licensing specialist observed 9 children at time of inspection. The ages were as follows: - (1) Infant - (3) 1-year old - (2) 2-year old - (1) 3-year old - (2) School-Age Provider contacted family members and 3 children were picked at time of inspection. The new ratio is as follows: - (1) Infant - (2) 1-year old - (2) 2-year old - (1) School-Age 2.2 Licensed Capacity 2.2.1 Family Day Care Home A family day care home may provide care for one of the following groups of children, which shall include household children under 13 years of age: A. A maximum of four children from birth to 12 months of age. B. A maximum of three children from birth to 12 months of age, and other children, for a maximum total of six children. C. A maximum of six preschool children if all are older than 12 months of age. D. A maximum of 10 children if no more than 5 are preschool age and, of those 5, no more than 2 are under 12 months of age. 02. Child Discipline FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.3 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 03. Transportation FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.4 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Applicable STAFFING REQUIREMENTS 04. Operator/Advertising 402.318 F.S. and FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.1 & 3.1 402.318 F.S. and FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-30. View official inspection document (report bc98f918-86e7-4614-8b06-ff8197414cb3)
Not corrected
2025
- Medium riskStandard 077/18/2025
07. Staff Training FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5 (07-04)
A substitute, who worked less than 40 hours a month on average, did not complete the department's 6 clock-hour Family Child Care Rules and Regulation course (or have documentation of completion of the 3 clockhour Fundamentals of Child Care Home Rules course.) as evidenced by the Departments training transcript. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5.1.2, A or B Comments: On 07/17/2025 a child was not being adequately supervised in that the operator of the family day care home left a child in her care with a household member and left the premises. None of the household members were not properly trained to be childcare personnel/substitute. Operator will need to have a household member complete the 6-hour Family Child Care Rules and Regulations if she will be leaving the premises and her substitute is not available during that time. Technical Assistance A. The Departments six clock-hour Family Child Care Home Rules and Regulations training, as evidenced by successful completion of a competency-based examination offered by the Department or its designated training representative prior to licensure and caring for children. Due: 9/22/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-18. View official inspection document (report cfb33b1d-08a1-498e-8c94-75b140540237)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 077/18/2025
07. Staff Training FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5 (07-05)
The home did not have at least one person providing care to children with a valid and current certification in pediatric CPR procedures and/or first aid training. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5.1.1, C Staffing Requirements [SR] Comments: On 07/17/2025 a child was not being adequately supervised in that the operator of the family day care home left a child in her care with a household member and left the premises. None of the household members were not properly trained to be child care personnel/substitute. Operator will need to have a household member complete their CPR/FA certification if she will be leaving the premises and her substitute is not available during that time. Technical Assistance C. Have certificate(s) of course completion for pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures and first aid training, which must be current and valid at all times. Certificates of course completion are valid based on the time frames established by each first aid and CPR training program, not to exceed three years. CPR courses must include an on-site instructor-based skills assessment that shall be documented by the certified CPR instructor. Documentation of completion of the online course and on-site assessment must be maintained at the home and available for review by the licensing authority. Due: 9/22/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-18. View official inspection document (report cfb33b1d-08a1-498e-8c94-75b140540237)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 087/18/2025
08. Supervision FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 6 (08-08)
Children were not being adequately supervised in that [the operator of the family day care home left a child in her care with a household member and left the premises. ]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 6, G, H, I, L Staffing Requirements [SR] Comments: On 07/17/2025 a child was not being adequately supervised in that the operator of the family day care home left a child in her care with a household member and left the premises. Technical Assistance was provided to the operator of the home and it was suggested to her that she gets one of her household members properly trained in case she needs to leave the premises during her hours of operation. Technical Assistance: A. The operator shall remain responsible for the supervision of the children in care and capable of responding to emergencies and the needs of the children at all times. Child care personnel must directly supervise children, both indoors and outdoors, by sight and sound. Children must never be left without child care personnel supervision inside or outside the home, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location by themselves. HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 09. Animal Vaccinations FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.1 Not Monitored 10. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Hazardous FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.2 Not Monitored 11. Smoking on Premise FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.3 Not Monitored 12. Firearms and Weapons FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 13. Indoor Play Areas FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.5 Not Monitored 14. Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6 Not Monitored 15. Swimming Pools FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.7 Not Monitored 16. Appropriate, Safe and Sanitary Bedding FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.8 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-18. View official inspection document (report cfb33b1d-08a1-498e-8c94-75b140540237)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 076/30/2025
07. (07-04)
A substitute, who worked less than 40 hours a month on average, did not complete the department's 6 clock-hour Family Child Care Rules and Regulation course (or have documentation of completion of the 3 clockhour Fundamentals of Child Care Home Rules course.) as evidenced by the Departments training transcript. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5.1.2, A or B Comments: Licensing specialist observed the children in care were left in the care of a household member listed on the supplemental when licensing arrived. The operator arrived at the home about 5 minutes after licensing arrived. Operator is aware she must use approved substitute when she is not at the home. Technical Assistance Substitutes for the Large Family Child Care Home Employee Who Work Less Than 40 Hours-Month Substitutes for the Large Family Child Care Employee who work less than 40 hours a month on average must complete: A. The Departments six clock-hour Family Child Care Home Rules and Regulations training, as evidenced by successful completion of a competency-based examination offered by the Department or its designated training representative prior to licensure and caring for children. 08. Supervision FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 6 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 09. Animal Vaccinations FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.1 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Applicable 10. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Hazardous FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.2 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 11. Smoking on Premise FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.3 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Applicable 12. Firearms and Weapons FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.4 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 13. Indoor Play Areas FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.5 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 14. Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 15. Swimming Pools FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.7 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.7 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Applicable 16. Appropriate, Safe and Sanitary Bedding FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.8 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.8 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 17. Vermin/Pest Control FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.9 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 18. Toys, Furnishings, Equipment and Plumbing FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.10 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.10 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-30. View official inspection document (report 9a67747b-bbff-452a-a469-d08fcf36d3c0)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 196/30/2025
19. (19-03)
The family day care home did not have an operable fire extinguisher and/or fire extinguisher with a current certificate. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.11, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: Licensing specialist observed the fire extinguisher expired 03/2025. Technical Assistance B. The home shall have an operable smoke detector(s) and fire extinguisher with a current certificate. Compliance Comments A food verification inspection was conducted and approved. This program prepares and serves breakfast, lunch, snack and supper. 20. Nutritious Meals and Snacks Provided FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, 7.13 and 7.14 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, 7.13 and 7.14 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 21. Hygiene and Sanitation FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.15 & 7.16 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.15 & 7.16 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 22. Individually Labeled Towels and Wash Cloths FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.17 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.17 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 23. Diapering Area Clean and Sanitized FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.18 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.18 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 24. First Aid Kit FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.19 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.19 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 25. Emergency Information FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.20 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.20 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 26. Emergency Procedures and Notification FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.20 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.20 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments Fire Drill was conducted at time of inspection 06/30/2025. 27. Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.21 & 7.22 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.21 & 7.22 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 28. Communicable Disease Control FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.23 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.23 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 29. Medication FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Applicable 30. Documentation of Dispensed Medication FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Applicable Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-30. View official inspection document (report 9a67747b-bbff-452a-a469-d08fcf36d3c0)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 316/30/2025
31. (31-02)
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)].FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1 A and B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR] Comments: Licensing specialist observed children listed on the supplemental had either expired or missing immunization/health examination forms. Technical Assistance Health/Immunization Records A. The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form, Parts A-1, B, and/or C, DH 680 (July 2010), or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681 (July 2008), which are incorporated herein by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o) and (p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian, within 30 days of enrollment. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local health department. 32. Health Records FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 33. Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3 & 8.4 /Daily Attendance FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance ENFORCEMENT 34. Access to the Premises/Misrepresentation FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 9.1 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 9.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 35. Child Safety FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 9.2 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 9.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance SCHOOL READINESS Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-30. View official inspection document (report 9a67747b-bbff-452a-a469-d08fcf36d3c0)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
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(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,082/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: GAINESVILLE, ALACHUA County
- Capacity: 10
- Type: Family Day Care Home
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