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Bright Star Academy

Milwaukee, WI · Milwaukee County
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ 1.0 (1 review)
W Metcalf Pl, Milwaukee, WI 53222
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Quick Facts

Capacity
8 children
Age Range
2 wks - 13 yrs 11 mo
Type of Care
Full Time. Before School Care provided. After School Care provided. Drop In Care provided.
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
YoungStar Rating
2

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Contact Information

📞 (920) 791-7628
W Metcalf Pl
Milwaukee, WI 53222
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✓ Licensed LICENSED FAMILY
Active License
License Number
2002653
Licensed Since
2016
License Issued
Feb 8, 2016
Issued By
Wisconsin Department of Children and Families
District Office
Wisconsin Dept of Children and Families (DCF) - Child Care Regulation and Licensing

Reviews

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jane doe
2020-03-12 17:23:23
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If I could give 1 star I would. The owner is Brielle is terrible at managing this business and is never available. I have tried multiple methods to contact her and nothing. Reporting to BBB.

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About the Provider

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BRIGHT STAR ACADEMY is a LICENSED FAMILY in Milwaukee WI, with a maximum capacity of 8 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of 2 wks - 13 yrs 11 mo. It is open Monday - Friday, 06:00 AM-10:00 PM; Saturday - Sunday, 6:00AM - 10:00PM. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.
Additional Information: Nighttime care available. 2 Stars 2 Stars 2 Stars 2 Stars 2 Stars 2 Stars

Hours of Operation

  • Monday06:00 AM-10:00 PM
  • Tuesday06:00 AM-10:00 PM
  • Wednesday06:00 AM-10:00 PM
  • Thursday06:00 AM-10:00 PM
  • Friday06:00 AM-10:00 PM
  • Saturday 6:00AM - 10:00PM
  • Sunday 6:00AM - 10:00PM

Inspection/Report History

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Violation Date Rule Number Rule Summary
2026-08-18 See Violations below Licensing
2026-08-18 The licensee shall comply with all laws governing the facility and its operation. Contrary to DCF 250.04(2)(a), based on an audit by the Bureau of Child Care Subsidy Administration (BCCSA), it was discovered that the licensee failed to comply with requirements of chapter DCF 201 and/or Stat. 49 as it relates to Wisconsin Shares program. Investigation by BCCSA determined the provider and other parties collaborated to defraud the Wisconsin Shares program to receive financial benefit. A provider and parent(s) shall be equally liable for an overpayment established. Violation
Description: 250.04(2)(a) - Compliance With Laws
2026-08-18 The licensee shall maintain a current, accurate written record of the daily attendance that includes the actual time of arrival and departure for each child and the child's birthdate. The records shall be kept for the length of time the child is enrolled in the program. Licensee's attendance records were missing an arrival or departure time or the time was illegible. Children were documented on attendance records when school records demonstrated the children were residing in another state. Violation
Description: 250.04(6)(b) - Current, Accurate Daily Attendance Record
2026-08-18 Pursuant to 48.73, Stats., the department may visit and inspect any family child care center at any time during licensed hours. A department licensing representative shall have unrestricted access to the premises identified In the license. Contrary to DCF 250.12(2), the provider failed to provide access to the child care facility during the regulated hours of operation. BCCSA auditors did not gain access for visits attempted on 5/19/2026, 6/2/2026, and 6/15/2026. Violation
Description: 250.12(2) - Department Access To Center
2025-11-12 See Violations below Licensing
2025-11-12 The monitoring results from the last visit were not posted on the parent board for review. Violation
Description: 250.04(2)(i)1.a. - Monitoring Results Posted
2025-11-12 The door to the basement was unlocked and accessible to children. Violation
Description: 250.06(2)(g) - Differences Of Elevation - Protective Railings
2025-11-12 The fence had loose slats and was not sturdy in the outdoor place. Violation
Description: 250.06(2)(m) - Premises - Condition & Repair
2025-11-12 There was a trampoline in the outdoor play space accessible to children. Violation
Description: 250.07(3)(e) - Trampolines & Inflatable Bounce Surfaces
2025-06-11 See Violations below Licensing
2025-06-11 Fingerprints not completed for the following individuals: Individual 001 Violation
Description: 250.05(2)(b) - Staff File - Background Check Results
2025-05-20 See Violations below Licensing
2025-05-20 Fingerprints not completed for the following individuals: Individual 001 Violation
Description: 250.05(2)(b) - Staff File - Background Check Results
2024-12-13 See Violations below Licensing
2024-12-13 There was no documentation of an emergency medical consent for Child 1. Violation
Description: 250.04(6)(a)5. - Child Record - Consent For Emergency Medical Treatment
2024-12-13 There was no documentation of a Radon test conducted for the center. Violation
Description: 250.06(2)(n)1.a. - Radon - Testing
2024-01-05 No Violations found *** Licensing

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