VPK, After School, Before School, Full Day, Half Day
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
97
License expiration:
June 14, 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 30, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 30, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 13 available inspections for Holy Cross Lutheran Church Day Care from January 11, 2023 through April 30, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with six recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on September 13, 2024 and involved recordkeeping.
Hazardous access was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
Five later inspections, from January 2, 2025 through April 30, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
Total inspections
13
3 in last 12 months
Recorded violations
6
0 in last 12 months
Higher-concern violations
2
0 in last 12 months
Repeated topics
1
Last 36 months
Local comparison
13 total inspections vs 10.5 local median in 34606
Compared to 12 local facilities
Recorded violations per inspection
This provider
0.46
Local median
0.42
0.46This provider
0.42Local median
Inspections with higher-concern violations
This provider
15%
Local median
0%
15%This provider
0%Local median
Inspections with recorded violations
This provider
31%
Local median
24%
31%This provider
24%Local median
Repeated topics
This provider
1
Local average
0.58
1This provider
0.58Local average
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Recordkeeping
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C
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Two employees were missing current Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting forms. Employees were able to sign forms by the end of inspection. Reviewed all 12 employee files
The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C
Inspector notes
Counselor reviewed all 11 staff files. Counselor observed that the majority of staff Child Abuse and Neglect expired 2/1/2024.
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
Inspector notes
Counselor observed Lysol wipes, hand sanitizer, and sharp scissors in reach of children. Completed at time of inspection. The personnel removed the items and placed them out of reach of children. Technical assistance was provided ensuring that dangerous material are not accessible to children.
The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
Inspector notes
Counselor observed the personnel listed on the confidential page did not have documentation of completed fire extinguisher training. The provider will need to conduct fire extinguisher training for the personnel listed on the confidential page. Technical assistance was provided ensuring that all personnel within 30 days of hire.
Correction status
Due by October 9, 2023
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6
Inspector notes
Counselor observed the provider did not have a documentation for all childcare personnel on bloodborne training. Technical assistance was provided ensuring that all personnel have an annual refresher education on the facility's exposure plan. The provider will need to conduct a training on the facility's exposure plan.
Correction status
Due by October 9, 2023
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
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
Can you tell me about the steps you take to ensure that potentially hazardous items, like cleaning supplies, are always kept securely out of reach?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from 2023 noted an instance where certain materials were accessible to children. Asking about current storage practices helps parents understand how the facility maintains a secure environment.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage daily attendance tracking to ensure every child is accounted for throughout the day?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a 2023 inspection mention a finding regarding the documentation of arrival and departure times. This question allows the provider to explain their current process for maintaining accurate attendance records.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you handle staff training and onboarding to make sure everyone is knowledgeable about safety procedures like fire extinguisher use and exposure plans?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a 2023 inspection noted a need for updated documentation regarding staff training for safety protocols. This question helps parents learn how the center ensures all personnel are properly prepared.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for ensuring that all staff members remain up-to-date on their required training and certifications?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that keeping personnel records current, specifically regarding annual reporting forms, has been a topic of discussion in more than one report. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the center tracks staff requirements.
Context
A later inspection on April 30, 2026, was completed with no violations.
Related violations
General question
What is your approach to communicating with families about daily routines and any changes in classroom procedures?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Open communication helps parents feel confident in the daily care their child receives. Understanding how the center shares information about routines and updates provides insight into their partnership with families.