Bright Minds Preschool
Data last updated · May 2026
Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.3 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.3 / 5
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.3 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects an NC 5-Star Rated License rating of Level 3 (out of 5). Structural quality reflects North Carolina's licensing baseline. North Carolina caps infant ratios at 1:5, toddler ratios at 1:6, and preschool ratios at 1:20. Lead teachers must hold a High School Diploma. Teachers must complete 20 hours of annual training.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- NC 5-Star Rated License Level 3 (Max 5) Learn more →
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- Not Available
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Toddlers 1:6 12 Preschool 1:20 25
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 4 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2), Building & Premises Safety (1), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Jun 12, 20251 Finding1 Important
- A Safe Indoor and Outdoor Environment Was Not Provided for the Children.
A small mop bucket with water was located in the kitchen. The bucket that had water inside was removed. Violation corrected during visit
✓ Corrected at visit
Dec 18, 20241 Finding1 Important
- An Individual Over the Age of 15, Who Resides in a Family Child Care Home or a Center Located in a Residence on a Permanent or Temporary Basis, or Those Who…
had their 16th birthday after the initial licensing of a family child care home; did not complete and submit required forms with
Jan 23, 20241 Finding1 Important
- All Staff, Including the Director, Did Not Have an Annual Health Questionnaire on File Following the Initial Medical Statement.
Did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. The health questionnaire on file for review was dated 12/27/22
Jun 22, 20232 Findings2 Important
- Application Did Not Have a Medical Action Plan Attached for Any Child with Health Care Needs Such as Allergies, Asthma, or Other Chronic Conditions That…
require specialized health services. There was no medical action plan available for one child, who has asthma. Violation confirmed
- Medication Authorization, Giving the Caregiver Standing Authorization Did Not Meet the Specifications in Rule.
There was no authorization to give the required asthma medication for one child. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 7/1/2023