Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.57
- Local median
- 0.35
Y M C A Child Care Chocachatti
4135 California St, Brooksville, FL 34604
- License:
- C05HE0009
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 182
- License expiration:
- May 31, 2027
Typical cost: $693 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$693/mo
Median daily rate: $32.00 (non-Gold Seal only)
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Hernando 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 16, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 16, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 14 available inspections for Y M C A Child Care Chocachatti from January 4, 2023 through April 16, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with eight recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on July 22, 2025 and involved child guidance.
That higher-concern topic showed up in two inspections.
Three later inspections, from August 19, 2025 through April 16, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 14
- Recorded violations
- 8
- Higher-concern violations
- 4
- Repeated topics
- 2
5 in last 12 months
6 in last 12 months
4 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
14 total inspections vs 11 local median in Brooksville
Compared to 21 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 14%
- Local median
- 9%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 21%
- Local median
- 19%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 1.95
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Incident records
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
April 24, 2025July 18, 2025July 22, 2025Child guidance
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
July 18, 2025July 22, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At time of inspection, Counselor observed that staff listed on supplemental did not follow the discipline policy. Technical Assistance provided that they must comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. Resolved at time of inspection as staff is no longer employed.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Child Discipline
- Official code
- 11-03
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, B & D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At time of inspection, Counselor observed that childcare personnel did not share the accident/incident report with the parent or legal guardian of the child on the day that the incident occurred. Technical Assistance provided that an incident report must be documented and given to the parent or legal guardian of the child on the same day the incident occurs. Resolved at time of inspection as Director completed the incident report.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-04
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- Child care personnel inappropriately interacted with children in care in a manner that was aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Enforcement [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At time of inspection, Counselor observed that staff inappropriately interacted with a child in care in a manner that was aggressive, demeaning, or intimidating in nature. Technical Assistance provided that staff should not interact with children in this manner. Resolved at time of inspection as staff is no longer employed. SCHOOL READINESS
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 47 - Access/Child Safety
- Official code
- 47-01
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At time of inspection, Counselor observed that staff listed on supplemental did not follow the discipline policy. Technical Assistance provided that they must comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. Resolved at time of inspection as staff is no longer employed.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Child Discipline
- Official code
- 11-03
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, B & D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At time of inspection, Counselor observed that childcare personnel did not share the accident/incident report with the parent or legal guardian of the child on the day that the incident occurred. Technical Assistance provided that an incident report must be documented and given to the parent or legal guardian of the child on the same day the incident occurs. Resolved at time of inspection as Director completed the incident report.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-04
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- Child care personnel inappropriately interacted with children in care in a manner that was aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Enforcement [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At time of inspection, Counselor observed that staff inappropriately interacted with a child in care in a manner that was aggressive, demeaning, or intimidating in nature. Technical Assistance provided that staff should not interact with children in this manner. Resolved at time of inspection as staff is no longer employed. SCHOOL READINESS
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 47 - Access/Child Safety
- Official code
- 47-01
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Report comments
- Employees listed on supplement, date of hire 09-23-2024, did not start their training within 90 days.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [date of parent signature]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- 3 children with incomplete incident reports. Not Monitored Comments No children on medication at the time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by May 2, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-05
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 describe the training and support provided to staff regarding positive interaction techniques with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2025 inspection noted concerns regarding staff interaction styles. Asking about current training helps clarify how the center ensures all personnel maintain a supportive environment for children.
- Context
- The specific incident mentioned in the report was resolved at the time of inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that all staff members are fully familiar with and consistently follow the current disciplinary and expulsion policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2025 show multiple findings related to child guidance and adherence to disciplinary policies. Understanding the current oversight process provides insight into how the center maintains consistent standards for all staff.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the center's process for documenting and communicating accident or incident reports to parents to ensure they are received in a timely manner?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection reports from 2025 identified instances where incident documentation or notification procedures were not fully met. This question helps parents understand the current workflow for keeping families informed about their child's day.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you monitor and verify that new staff members complete their required training and certifications within the expected timeframes?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2025 report noted a finding regarding staff training documentation. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the center tracks professional requirements for its team.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question
What steps does the center take to ensure that communication between teachers and parents remains consistent and transparent throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular communication is essential for parents to feel connected to their child's daily experiences and well-being. This question helps families understand the center's approach to keeping parents informed about daily routines and any notable events.