Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.22
- Local median
- 0.42
YMCA Child Care Westside
5400 Applegate Dr, Spring Hill, FL 34606
- License:
- C05HE0156
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Full Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 248
- License expiration:
- January 6, 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 inspectionMay 27, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 27, 2026
Summary
This summary covers nine available inspections for YMCA Child Care Westside from December 9, 2024 through May 27, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with two recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on May 7, 2026 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of May 29, 2026.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 9
- Recorded violations
- 2
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 0
5 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
9 total inspections vs 10.5 local median in 34606
Compared to 12 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 22%
- Local median
- 24%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.58
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
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The fire extinguisher onsite was tagged for march 2025. Counselor spoke with director about getting the fore extinguisher looked at and retagged.
- Correction status
- Due by May 29, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed one of the children's files had an expired immunization record
- Correction status
- Due by December 30, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
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 walk me through your process for ensuring that safety equipment, such as fire extinguishers, remains current and properly serviced?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a May 2026 inspection note that the facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being serviced and retagged in a timely manner.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was conducted on May 27, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage the tracking of health documents to ensure that all children's immunization records stay up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from December 2025 identified a case where a child's immunization record had expired.
Related violations
General question
What is your approach to communicating with families if there is a change in the daily routine or a scheduled emergency drill?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how the center keeps parents informed about operational changes helps ensure families feel connected and prepared for the daily schedule.
General question
How do you ensure that staff members are consistently trained on emergency procedures and safety protocols?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular staff training is essential for maintaining a secure environment and ensuring that all team members are ready to handle various situations effectively.
General question
What steps does the center take to verify that all required health and enrollment paperwork is complete before a child begins attending?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Confirming the intake process for records helps parents understand how the center maintains compliance and keeps necessary health information organized.