School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Full Day, Infant Care, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
306
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
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 inspectionApril 16, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 16, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 10 available inspections for Y M C A Child Care Pinegrove from April 21, 2023 through April 16, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with three recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 21, 2023 and involved hazardous access.
Nine later inspections, from September 15, 2023 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
10
3 in last 12 months
Recorded violations
3
0 in last 12 months
Higher-concern violations
1
0 in last 12 months
Repeated topics
0
Last 36 months
Local comparison
10 total inspections vs 11 local median in Brooksville
Compared to 21 local facilities
Recorded violations per inspection
This provider
0.3
Local median
0.35
0.3This provider
0.35Local median
Inspections with higher-concern violations
This provider
10%
Local median
9%
10%This provider
9%Local median
Inspections with recorded violations
This provider
10%
Local median
19%
10%This provider
19%Local median
Repeated topics
This provider
0
Local average
1.95
0This provider
1.95Local average
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.
The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 10, number 4) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Counselor observed cleaning supplies in reach of children. Resolved at time of inspection- provider removed from reach of children.
The facility failed to post the room capacity in each room. CCF Handbook, Section 3.4.1, A (Section 1, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
Provider failed to post capacity in classroom noted on supplement. . Provider resolved by posting capacity at time of inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
Official code
15-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Emergency information was not posted on or near all telephones in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 A (Section 15, number 1) Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
One of the phones in the facility did not have emergency numbers posted
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 38 - Emergency Telephone Numbers
Official code
38-02
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 describe the daily routine for ensuring that cleaning supplies and other hazardous materials remain securely stored and out of reach of children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in 2023 show an instance where cleaning supplies were accessible to children, which was corrected at the time. Asking about current storage practices helps parents understand how the facility maintains a secure environment for children.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the 2023 inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the staff verify that emergency contact information is clearly posted and easily accessible on all telephones throughout the facility?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from 2023 noted that emergency numbers were missing from one of the facility's phones. This question allows parents to confirm that emergency preparedness protocols are consistently followed across all areas of the center.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the 2023 inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for ensuring that room capacity limits are clearly posted in every classroom?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available records from 2023 indicate a finding where room capacity was not posted in a classroom. Asking about this helps parents understand how the facility manages administrative requirements and maintains transparency regarding classroom settings.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the 2023 inspection.
Related violations
General question
How do you handle communication with families if there is a change in daily routines or classroom assignments?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how a center communicates changes helps parents feel more connected to their child's daily experience. Consistent updates are key to building a strong partnership between families and the facility.
General question
What training do staff members receive regarding supervision and maintaining a secure environment for the children in their care?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Learning about staff training programs provides insight into how the facility prioritizes child supervision and overall care standards. This helps parents feel confident in the team's ability to manage the classroom effectively.