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Little Bee's Early Learning Center

475 Mariner Blvd, Spring Hill, FL 34609

License:
C05HE0144
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, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
58
License expiration:
August 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

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 inspectionJuly 1, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJuly 1, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 10 available inspections for Little Bee's Early Learning Center from July 16, 2024 through July 1, 2026.

Two inspections recorded violations, with two recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 4, 2026 and involved transportation, with a due date of March 27, 2026.

Two later inspections, from March 31, 2026 through July 1, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
10

5 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
2

2 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
2

2 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

10 total inspections vs 12 local median in 34609

Compared to 19 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.2
Local median
0.27

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
20%
Local median
8%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
20%
Local median
23%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.74

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.

View official report
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation of an annual vehicle inspection for a vehicle used to transport children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, A General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
Facility did not have a current vehicle inspection completed. Last inspection expired on 11/10/2025
Correction status
Due by March 27, 2026
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
Official code
07-04
View official report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [4] children is required. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [9] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
Technical assistance provided that when children under 2 years of age are included in a mixed group, the staff to child ratio is based on the age of the youngest child within the group. Counselor emailed provider a copy of the Child-to-staff worksheet.
Correction status
Due by December 1, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01

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 your current process for ensuring all vehicle safety inspections are up to date?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show an inspection report from March 2026 noted that documentation for an annual vehicle inspection was missing. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center tracks these requirements to ensure all vehicles remain ready for use.
Context
A later inspection on July 1, 2026, showed no findings.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you manage staff-to-child ratios, especially when children of different ages are grouped together?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from November 2025 identified a concern regarding the required staff-to-child ratio in a mixed-age group. This question helps parents understand the center's current approach to maintaining appropriate supervision levels at all times.
Context
A later inspection on July 1, 2026, showed no findings.
Related violations
General question

What is your process for communicating daily routines and any changes in classroom staffing to parents?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how a center shares information about daily activities and staffing changes helps parents stay informed and feel connected to their child's care environment.
General question

How does your team handle transitions between different activities throughout the day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Smooth transitions are important for maintaining a calm and organized atmosphere for children. Learning about these routines helps parents gauge how the center keeps children engaged and supervised during busy times.
General question

What training or support do your staff members receive to ensure they are prepared for daily classroom responsibilities?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Staff preparedness is a key part of a positive care experience. Asking about training helps parents understand how the center supports its team in providing consistent and attentive care.