Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.47
- Local median
- 0.38
St Edwards Preschool
552 E 5th Ave, Mount Dora, FL 32757
- License:
- C05LA0018
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, Full Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 78
- License expiration:
- January 29, 2027
Typical cost: $1,083 - $1,252 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,083 - $1,252/mo
Median daily rate: $50.00 - $57.80
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Lake 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 6, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 6, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 15 available inspections for St Edwards Preschool from January 3, 2023 through May 6, 2026.
Six inspections recorded violations, with seven recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on May 13, 2025 and involved staff training, with a due date of May 30, 2025.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in two inspections.
Four later inspections, from July 10, 2025 through May 6, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 15
- Recorded violations
- 7
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 1
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
15 total inspections vs 12 local median in 32757
Compared to 19 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 13%
- Local median
- 7%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 40%
- Local median
- 29%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 1.26
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Staff training
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
April 22, 2024August 22, 2024May 13, 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
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Correction / follow-up note
- Child care personnel, listed on the supplemental, did not complete their five-hour early literacy and language development course within 12 months of employment in the child care industry. Technical assistance provided that pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry. Proof of completion may be documented on a certificate of course completion, classroom transcript, or dipl ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 30, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Immunization expired on children files. TA given to keep up to date children health records in children file.
- Correction status
- Due by January 9, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Physical records expired in children files. TA given to keep up to date children health records in children file.
- Correction status
- Due by January 9, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Report comments
- Early Literacy training not completed within timeframe. Staff have 1 year of employment to complete Early Literacy training.
- Correction status
- Due by September 5, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- 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
- Report comments
- No fire extinguisher training completed and documented within the 30 days of employment.
- Correction status
- Due by May 10, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Staff have not an eligible status for Child Care on BGS letter. DCF general is eligible. TA given to have an eligible status on CC before employment. Staff left the facility during inspection. BGS results must be eligible in order to staff comes back to work.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Screening in process for staff in the room (with a screened staff) supervising children. Staff left the premises at the time of inspection. TA provided on regard BGS requirements. Also counselor recommenced to call BGS to find out if there is anything pending on the applicant's part.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
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
How does the center ensure that all staff members have their required background screening documentation completed and verified before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that in past inspections, there were instances where documentation for required background screening was missing for staff members. Asking about the current process helps parents understand how the center manages personnel records and compliance.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current process for tracking and documenting that all staff members complete their required professional development and training courses on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that staff training requirements, such as early literacy and fire extinguisher training, have been a repeated topic in multiple reports. This question allows the director to explain how they now monitor staff training schedules to ensure all requirements are met.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on 5/6/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you keep track of student health and immunization records to ensure they remain current for every child in your care?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted that some student health and immunization records were expired in the past. Asking about the current system for managing these files helps parents understand how the center ensures all health documentation is up to date.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on 5/6/2026.
Related violations
General question
Could you describe how you communicate with parents about their child's daily routine and any developmental milestones they reach?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular communication helps parents feel connected to their child's daily experiences and progress. Understanding how the center shares this information provides insight into their partnership with families.
General question
What is the center's approach to staff supervision and maintaining consistent ratios throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent supervision is essential for a supportive learning environment. This question helps parents understand how the center manages staffing to ensure children are well-attended at all times.