Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.15
- Local median
- 0.5
Noah's Ark School Readiness Center Inc
125 Talmage Ave, Inverness, FL 34450
- License:
- C05CI0025
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 75
- License expiration:
- June 25, 2027
Typical cost: $975 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$975/mo
Median daily rate: $45.00 (non-Gold Seal only)
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Citrus County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Questions worth asking
The available records raise questions worth asking before enrolling.
Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionMay 11, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 11, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 13 available inspections for Noah's Ark School Readiness Center Inc from January 23, 2023 through May 11, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with two recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on May 17, 2023 and involved staff training, with a due date of June 17, 2023.
Hazardous access was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
10 later inspections, from June 21, 2023 through May 11, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 13
- Recorded violations
- 2
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
13 total inspections vs 12 local median in Inverness
Compared to 11 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 8%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 15%
- Local median
- 17%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.64
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
No repeated topics found
The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.
Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed the childcare personnel listed on the confidential page did not complete the training requirements within 12 months of starting in the industry. The personnel started in the industry in 2021 and did not complete part 2 training requirements. Personnel must complete part 2 training requirements. Personnel must not be left unsupervised with children. Technical assistance was provided ensuring that all personnel working with children complete the required training requirements within 12 months of starting in the industry.
- Correction status
- Due by June 17, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 10.8, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed the fence surrounding the playground had gaps larger than 3 1/2 inches where children and/or animals can leave or enter the playground. Technical assistance provided ensuring that there are no gaps in the fencing more than 3 1/2 inches. Provider will need to correct gaps in fencing.
- Correction status
- Due by February 6, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
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
How does the center regularly inspect and maintain the playground fencing to ensure it remains secure for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from early 2023 identified a concern regarding gaps in the outdoor fencing. This question helps parents understand the current maintenance routine for keeping play areas secure.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe the process for ensuring all staff members are fully up to date on their required training and certifications?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in 2023 noted a finding regarding staff training requirements. Asking about current training verification processes helps parents understand how the center ensures all personnel meet professional development standards.
Related violations
General question
What is your daily routine for communicating with parents about their child's activities and any important updates?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication is key to a strong partnership between families and childcare providers. Understanding how the center shares information helps parents feel connected to their child's daily experience.
General question
How do you approach staff supervision and support to ensure consistent care throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about how the center manages and supports its team provides insight into the overall environment. This helps parents understand how the facility maintains consistent quality and attention for the children.
General question
What steps are taken to ensure the facility remains a welcoming and organized space for children to learn and play?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The physical environment plays a significant role in a child's comfort and development. Discussing how the center maintains its space helps parents evaluate if the setting is a good fit for their family.