Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.08
- Local median
- 0.42
The Sonshine School
550 Hatfield Dr, Umatilla, FL 32784
- License:
- C05LA0131
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Full Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 255
- License expiration:
- June 13, 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 14, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 14, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 13 available inspections for The Sonshine School from February 6, 2023 through May 14, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on January 26, 2024 and involved staff training, with a due date of February 16, 2024.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Nine later inspections, from February 2, 2024 through May 14, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 13
- Recorded violations
- 1
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
13 total inspections vs 5 local median in Lake County
Compared to 162 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 8%
- Local median
- 29%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.77
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
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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No recorded violations in this report
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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
- Staff exceed timeframe for the completion of 5 hr Literacy training. TA given to staff to compete the training within a year of employment. Training is located under the In-Service trainings on DCF website.
- Correction status
- Due by February 16, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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
How do you track and manage staff training requirements to ensure all certifications are up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from January 2024 noted that documentation for a required five-hour early literacy course was missing for some staff. This question helps parents understand the current process for monitoring staff training and ensuring all requirements are met.
- Context
- The facility has had multiple clean inspections since this report.
Related violations
General question
What is your process for communicating daily updates or any changes in a child's routine to parents?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication helps families feel connected to their child's day and ensures that parents and teachers are aligned on care expectations. Understanding how the center shares information can help you feel more comfortable with your daily interactions.
General question
How do you handle staff turnover and ensure that new team members are fully integrated into your safety and care standards?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent care is important for a child's sense of stability and development. Asking about the onboarding process provides insight into how the center maintains quality and continuity when team members change.
General question
Could you describe the daily schedule for the classroom my child would be in?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Knowing the daily routine helps parents understand how the center balances play, learning, and rest throughout the day. This information can help you determine if the program's structure aligns with your child's needs.
General question
What steps do you take to ensure that supervision remains consistent during transitions like drop-off, pick-up, or outdoor play?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Transitions are active times in a daycare setting, and understanding how staff maintain focus during these periods helps parents feel confident in the center's supervision practices.