Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.75
- Local median
- 0.4
Tender Touch Learning Center LLC
409 Hillman Ave NW, Live Oak, FL 32064
- License:
- C03SU0024
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Night Care, Transportation, Weekend Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 11:45PM; Sat: 7:30AM to 3:00PM; Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 52
- License expiration:
- August 8, 2026
Typical cost: $849 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$849/mo
Median daily rate: $39.17 (non-Gold Seal only)
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Suwannee County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionApril 7, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 7, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 16 available inspections for Tender Touch Learning Center LLC from March 27, 2023 through April 7, 2026.
Seven inspections recorded violations, with 12 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 18, 2026 and involved supervision, with a due date of March 27, 2026.
That higher-concern topic showed up in three inspections.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 16
- Recorded violations
- 12
- Higher-concern violations
- 9
- Repeated topics
- 1
4 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
16 total inspections vs 11 local median in 32064
Compared to 14 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 31%
- Local median
- 18%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 44%
- Local median
- 29%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.79
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Supervision
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
July 17, 2024March 18, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The outdoor fence had a missing board and was observed to not be in good repair. Technical assistance given: CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A 7.6 Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements A. Outdoor Play areas shall be clean, in good repair and free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards. B. Tubs, buckets, and other open containers of water should be emptied immediately after use. C. The outdoor play areas must be enclosed with fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. The fence must not prevent the supervision of children.
- Correction status
- Due by March 27, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log did not include [Departure location, Destination, Time of Departure, and Time of Arrival]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- A new/blank Transportation Log was obtained and completed with all required elements, which also made it easy to distinguish which children were marked on/off the vehicle. Technical support was provided. 2.5.2 Transportation Log A. A log must be maintained for all children being transported in a vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the child care facility. The log must be retained on file at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority. The log must include: 1. Each childs name, 2. The date and time of departure, 3. Time of arrival at the destination, 4. The signature of the driver (or in the case of travelling ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-04
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's use of seat belts was not age appropriate for children being transported who required safety restraints. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed JA pull up to the CCF in the CCF van. She got three younger looking children off the van and took them inside the CCF. LS observed TA take two booster seats from the floorboard and place them on the front seat while conducting a visual sweep of the van. She said the children were sitting in them while being transported to the CCF. However, she couldn't explain why they were on the floorboard. Three children (two 1 y/o's and a 3 y/o) were transported in the child care facility (CCF) van without being placed in the required/appropriate safety restraint/car seats. Four appropriate car seats were purchased the same day to transport children (1 - 3 y/ ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Seat Belts/Child Restraints
- Official code
- 08-03
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B (Section 13.4, number 2) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- When LS arrived 15 children were present with two required staff. Only one of those staff had current CPR. The Director, who had current CPR/First Aid, arrived a few minutes later. The CCF was then compliant with CPR/First Aid requirements. Technical support was provided. Director stated that the 2nd staff is taking CPR/First Aid training in a week. She said she will come in earlier to comply with CPR/First Aid requirements until the other staff completes CPR/First Aid training. B. By December 31, 2021, the facility shall maintain the following number of child care personnel with the CPR certification and first aid training that are on site at the facility at all times childr ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-03
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The facility did not have an adequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in first aid to maintain coverage both on- site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B (Section 13.4, number 2) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- When LS arrived 15 children were present with two required staff. Only one of those staff had current First Aid. The Director, who had current CPR/First Aid, arrived a few minutes later. The CCF was then compliant with CPR/First Aid requirements. Technical support was provided. Director stated that the 2nd staff is taking CPR/First Aid training in a week. She said she will come in earlier to comply with CPR/First Aid requirements until the other staff completes CPR/First Aid training. B. By December 31, 2021, the facility shall maintain the following number of child care personnel with the CPR certification and first aid training that are on site at the facility at all times ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7
- Correction / follow-up note
- The CCF currently does not have a Credentialed Director and is on a 'Provisional' status. The provider is currently in violation of the director credential requirement but, has been given a corrective action due date of 8/8/24 to come into compliance with the standard. Licensing staff will follow up with the provider at the end of the corrective action date to ensure compliance. Technical support was provided. 4.7 Director Credential Section 402.305(2)(g), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. Every applicant for a license to operate a child care facility or a license for a change of ownership of a child care facility must document that the fac ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 8, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-04
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Correction / follow-up note
- The two staff listed on the Supplemental Sheet did not have Employment History Verifications. Technical support was provided. D. The employer/owner/operator must conduct employment history checks, including documented attempts to contact each employer that employed the individual within the preceding five years, and documentation of the findings. Documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/her regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. The employer/owner/operator must make at least three attempts to obtain employment history information. Failed attempts to obtain employment history must be documented in the p ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 12, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The credentialed director was not on-site a majority of the hours that the facility is in operation as documented on timesheets, personnel schedules or employment records. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7, B
- Correction / follow-up note
- The provider is currently in violation of the director credential requirement but, has been given a corrective action due date of 10/3/23 to come into compliance with the standard. Licensing staff will follow up with the provider at the end of the corrective action date to ensure compliance. The CCF is currently working on hiring someone with a Director Credential.
- Correction status
- Due by October 3, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-05
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's driver did not have [ Valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The driver's CPR did not include a skills assessment. Another staff member with valid CPR/First Aid training will ride the vehicle while transporting children until the driver can obtain CPR with a skills assessment. Technical support provided. 2.5.1 Driver Requirements The driver of any vehicle used by a childcare program to provide transportation must have the following: B. An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive, and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures. E. CPR courses must include on-site, instructor- based skill assessments by a certified CPR instructor. ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
- Official code
- 06-01
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
- Report comments
- Director submitted a safety plan in the meantime while the vehicle alarm is checked out/repaired. Technical support was provided. F. By January 1, 2022 all vehicles used by child care facilities to transport children must be equipped with a reliable alarm system approved by the Department which prompts the driver to inspect the vehicle for children before exiting the vehicle. 1. Approved alarm systems must meet the following criteria: a. The alarm system must be armed or activated automatically when the vehicles ignition is turned on. b. The alarm system must be designed and installed so that the vehicle horn, siren or other type of audio alarm will sound if the driver/staff ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The lighting in the food preparation area was not shielded. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.4.
- Report comments
- The light fixture over the stove was not shielded. Technical support provided. A. A food preparation area is required for facilities that choose to prepare food in a manner consistent with the definition of preparation of food. Specific requirements for the food preparation area include: 4. Shielded lighting.
- Correction status
- Due by April 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-06
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Documentation of pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification was not on file for child care personnel. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.4, A
- Report comments
- Only two staff that were present had documentation of valid CPR. Three staff are needed for the ratio. Technical support provided. 4.2.4 First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) A. One child care personnel with current and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and one child care personnel with current and valid certificate of course completion for pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures must be present at all times that children are in care. The same child care personnel may satisfy both requirements. Documentation of first aid training must be kept on file and available for licensing to review. B. By December 31, 2021, the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-02
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Could you tell me about the current maintenance schedule for the outdoor play area and fencing?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an official inspection in March 2026 noted that a portion of the outdoor fence was not in good repair. Asking about the current maintenance process helps families understand how the center ensures the play area remains secure and well-maintained for children.
- Context
- The facility was given a correction due date of 3/27/2026 for this finding, and a follow-up inspection on 4/7/2026 showed no further concerns.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that all children are properly secured in appropriate car seats during transportation?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from November 2024 noted an instance where children were not placed in the required safety restraints during transport. This question helps parents understand the current safety protocols and training in place for drivers.
- Context
- The provider corrected this issue at the time of the inspection by purchasing appropriate car seats.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center manage and verify that transportation logs are completed accurately for every trip?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from November 2024 indicate that a transportation log was missing required details like departure and arrival times. Asking about the current logging process helps parents understand how the center tracks children during transit.
- Context
- The facility provided a corrected log at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the center's current process for ensuring that all staff members on-site hold current CPR and first aid certifications?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2024 show that the facility was previously cited for having an insufficient number of staff with current CPR and first aid training. This question allows parents to understand how the center maintains compliance with these health and safety requirements.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families regarding daily routines and any changes to center policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication helps parents feel confident in how the center manages daily operations and keeps families informed about important updates.