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Bright Foundation Academy

2660 Buena Vista Rd., Suites C & D, Columbus, GA 31906
licensed capacity
58
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$143

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About

About Bright Foundation Academy

Bright Foundation Academy is a licensed child care center in Columbus, Georgia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 58 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
58 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity58 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Bright Foundation Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Muscogee County has a median price of $143 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).

Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Muscogee County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$143
Home daycare$130

Toddler

Center$133
Home daycare$112

Preschool

Center$128
Home daycare$113

School age

Center$70
Home daycare$60

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Bright Foundation Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Learning Center license
Capacity
58 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#CCLC-67339
See the state's record

Summary

3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 10, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 1 of 3 visits · 3 rules in all

  • Building, equipment and play areas 3

For comparison: 89% of Georgia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 0.

A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

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  1. Jul 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Mar 31, 2026Follow-up visitNo rules cited
  3. Feb 6, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Rule .26(9) - Playground-Safe/Clean: (9) Safety and Upkeep of Playground. Playgrounds shall be kept clean, free from litter and free of hazards, such as but not limited to rocks, exposed tree roots and exposed sharp edges of concrete.

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Rule .26(6) - Equipment-outdoor: (6) Equipment. Playground equipment shall provide an opportunity for the children to engage in a variety of experiences and shall be age-appropriate. For example, toddlers shall not be permitted to swing in swings designed for School-age Children. The outdoor equipment shall be free of lead-based paint, sharp corners and shall be regularly maintained in such a way as to be free of rust and splinters that could pose significant safety hazard to the children. All equipment shall be arranged so as not to obstruct supervision of children.

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Rule .26(4) - Fence-playground: Fence or Approved Barriers. Playgrounds shall be protected from traffic or other hazards by a four (4) foot or higher secure fence or other barrier approved by this Department. Fencing material shall not present a hazard to children and shall be maintained so as to prevent children from leaving the playground area by any means other than through an approved access route. Fence gates shall be kept closed except when persons are entering or exiting the area.

Copied from Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2022. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about Bright Foundation Academy

Is Bright Foundation Academy licensed?

Yes. Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning lists it as licensed and operating.

When was Bright Foundation Academy last inspected?

Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning lists the most recent visit on July 10, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Bright Foundation Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 1 of 3 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 89% of Georgia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 0. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

How many children can Bright Foundation Academy care for?

58, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Bright Foundation Academy accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Bright Foundation Academy's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Bright Foundation Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (706) 221-7365 to ask.

What is Bright Foundation Academy's phone number?

(706) 221-7365.

Where is Bright Foundation Academy?

2660 Buena Vista Rd., Suites C & D, Columbus, GA 31906. The nearest other daycare we list is Brewer Early Innovation Academy, 0.4 miles away.

Sources: Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).