Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.09
- Local median
- 0.16
Tender Steps LLC
910 Bates Ave, Eustis, FL 32726
- License:
- C05LA0224
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Weekend Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat: 8:00AM to 4:00PM; Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 26
- License expiration:
- November 23, 2026
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 inspectionJune 18, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 18, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 11 available inspections for Tender Steps LLC from February 14, 2023 through June 18, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on July 18, 2025 and involved staff training.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Three later inspections, from October 31, 2025 through June 18, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 11
- Recorded violations
- 1
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 0
4 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
11 total inspections vs 10 local median in 32726
Compared to 21 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 9%
- Local median
- 16%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.67
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
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Documentation of in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-service Training Record. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) [SR]
- Report comments
- No Inservice training documentation for 2024-2025. Staff completed in service training within 2025-2026 that will be count and additional 10 hr training will be done for the current fiscal year. Every fiscal year (July1 to June 30) staff shall complete 10 in service hours.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-08
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
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 describe how the center tracks and maintains staff training records to ensure all requirements are met?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2025 inspection show that documentation for required in-service staff training was not properly recorded at that time. Asking about the current tracking process helps parents understand how the facility ensures staff remain up-to-date with their professional development.
- Context
- The issue was noted as corrected at the time of the inspection, and subsequent inspections have been clear.
Related violations
General question
How do you support new staff members in transitioning into their roles and understanding the daily routines here?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about the onboarding process provides insight into how the center prioritizes consistency and stability for the children in their care.
General question
What is the typical daily schedule for the classroom my child would be joining?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding the daily flow helps families determine if the program's structure aligns with their child's needs and current habits.
General question
How do you communicate with parents regarding their child's developmental progress or any daily updates?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication channels are essential for building a strong partnership between families and the center staff.
General question
What measures are in place to ensure that supervision is maintained during transitions, such as moving between the classroom and the playground?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Inquiring about supervision practices during active times of the day helps parents feel confident about the safety and attentiveness of the staff.