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Bright Horizons Academy Inc

EIN 88-2764143 · Melbourne, FL

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair60 out of 100GovernanceGood88 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

BHAs mission is rooted in the belief that every student is a unique with distinct strengths, needs, and goals.We are committed to supporting students admitted through a caring and structured environment.

Income
$910,765
Spending
$985,119
Spent on programs
85%
Reserves
1.4 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 87%
Employees
29
Volunteers
1

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Fair: 60 out of 100. Higher than 26% of charities in its peer group (education, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    10 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 1.4 months of spending.

  • Debt

    16 of 20

    It owes 24% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    4 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 8% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 14% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    85% of spending went to programs.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Good: 88 out of 100. Higher than 79% of charities in its peer group (education, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    5 of 5 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    0 of 8

    Reports no written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Independent check of accounts

    12 of 15

    Its accounts were reviewed or compiled by an independent accountant, but not audited.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Impact evidence

Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.

Programs described in its return (5)
  1. $835,785 spent. Bright Horizons Academy is an Accredited school through Cognia and has PreK8 educational program delivering daily instruction aligned to academic standards and focused on academic growth and whole-child development. The Academy provided tutoring and academic support for students to strengthen mastery of core subjects and improve learning outcomes. strengthen mastery of core subjects and improve learning outcomes. from the Florida Department of Education and students achieved second place at the Brevard County Academic recognition and outcomes: During the year, the Academy earned an Excellent designation from the Florida Department of Education and students achieved second place at the Brevard County Science Fair, demonstrating strong performance, student engagement, and effective instructional practices.
  2. The Academy provided enrichment and language programs that support cultural and character development, including Arabic language instruction and values-based education through Quran and Islamic Studies. These programs reinforced literacy, communication skills, and positive student behavior while strengthening the schools mission and family partnership.
  3. The Academy operated a Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) program supported by state voucher reimbursements based on student attendance hours. In addition, Bright Horizons Academy provided free aftercare for VPK students after VPK instructional hours, offered , to support working families and ensure students remained in a safe and supervised learning environment beyond the standard VPK day.
  4. The Academy provided free lunch to students through participation in the National School Lunch Program, helping reduce barriers to learning and supporting student wellness. This program ensured students had consistent access to nutritious meals during the school day, contributing to attendance, focus, and overall student success.
  5. The Academy provided free lunch to students through participation in the National School Lunch 0. 0. 0.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.

    Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  2. Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Worth knowing.

    Status was revoked on May 15, 2025 for not filing returns for three years, and reinstated on May 15, 2025.

    Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated November 6, 2026.

  3. Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.

    On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.

    Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2025.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Worth knowing.

    Recognized by the IRS in January 2026. It is too new to have a track record.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  6. Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.

    Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.

    Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated November 4, 2026.

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