Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.47
- Local median
- 0.16
Bay Street Schoolhouse
2405 S Bay St, Eustis, FL 32726
- License:
- C05LA0238
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- VPK, Full Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 53
- License expiration:
- October 28, 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 inspectionMay 21, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsFebruary 6, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 15 available inspections for Bay Street Schoolhouse from January 25, 2023 through May 21, 2026.
Six inspections recorded violations, with seven recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on May 21, 2026 and involved health or food records.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in two inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 15
- Recorded violations
- 7
- Higher-concern violations
- 3
- Repeated topics
- 1
3 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
15 total inspections vs 10 local median in 32726
Compared to 21 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 20%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 40%
- Local median
- 16%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- 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.
Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
January 25, 2024May 21, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of dried goods were not [ properly stored, properly covered or sealed]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, E
- Report comments
- Facility had open food items that were not properly stored. Issue was resolved at time of inspection. Staff threw away items and stored other items in airtight container.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-22
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
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Inspector notes
- Fire inspection expired on 01/2024. TA given to set an annual Fire inspection before or by the year date. During Inspection, provider scheduled a Fire Inspection for 09/19/2024.
- Correction status
- Due by October 11, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
No recorded violations in this report
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
- Report comments
- Outdated Immunization records for children in files. TA given to keep up-to-date children health records and advise parents about due dates on their records.
- Correction status
- Due by February 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Report comments
- Staff have not commenced training within timeframe. Staff classified as childcare and other personnel was removed from the room at the time of inspection. TA given to all Childcare personnel staff must commence trainings within 90 days of employment.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Report comments
- Employment History not verified and documented on file. Provider verified the employment history at the time of inspection. Employment History must be verified and documented at the time of employment.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [9 mixed group from 1-2 year old] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [9 mixed group from 1-2 year old] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S.
- Inspector notes
- A second staff entered at the room during inspection. Eventually all classes were split out and entered in the respective rooms.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A
- Report comments
- No Form 5131 completed in new staff files. TA given to complete the form 5131 before or at the time of employment.
- Correction status
- Due by February 8, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-01
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 the current process for verifying and documenting the employment history of new staff members?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an instance where employment history verification was not documented on file. This question helps clarify the center's current hiring and record-keeping practices.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that staff-to-child ratios are consistently maintained throughout the day, especially during transitions?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report previously noted a concern regarding staff-to-child ratios. Asking about current supervision routines provides insight into how the facility manages classroom coverage.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that all food items in the kitchen are stored and sealed according to health guidelines?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show that food storage has been a topic of concern in past reports. This question allows the director to explain the current procedures for maintaining a clean and organized kitchen.
- Context
- The issue was noted as resolved at the time of the most recent inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you track and manage the renewal of important documents like fire safety inspections and immunization records?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available records indicate that keeping health and safety documentation up to date has been a recurring area of focus. Understanding the center's tracking system helps parents feel confident about administrative oversight.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your approach to ensuring all new staff members complete their required training within the expected timeframes?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report previously noted a finding regarding the documentation of staff training. This question helps parents understand how the center prioritizes and monitors professional development for its team.
Related violations