Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.59
- Local median
- 0.67
Harmony Preschool
21501 W Highway 40, Dunnellon, FL 34431
- License:
- C05MA0118
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, Drop In, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 118
- License expiration:
- July 28, 2026
Typical cost: $997 - $1,083 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$997 - $1,083/mo
Median daily rate: $46.00 - $50.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Marion 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 23, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 23, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 17 available inspections for Harmony Preschool from February 15, 2023 through June 23, 2026.
Six inspections recorded violations, with 10 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on October 14, 2025 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of October 28, 2025.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Three later inspections, from October 31, 2025 through June 23, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 17
- Recorded violations
- 10
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 2
4 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
17 total inspections vs 10 local median in Marion County
Compared to 105 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 13%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 35%
- Local median
- 33%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- 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.
Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
June 14, 2024October 14, 2025Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
February 20, 2024October 14, 2024Inspection 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: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [in September. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- The facility did not complete a fire drill in September. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that a fire drill should be completed monthly.
- Correction status
- Due by October 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-06
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Counselor found that tv was on in infant room at time of inspection. Technical assistance provided that a tv is not allowed in infant room or rooms under 2 yeas of age. Provider shut tv off.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing procedure was not posted in the changing area and/or was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, L Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- Counselor found that diaper changing procedure was not posted in infant room by the sink and diaper changing station. Hand washing sign missing in girls bathroom. Technical assistance provided to provider that all diaper changing stations must have signs posted. Provider posted the diaper changing procedure.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-14
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [rainbow picnic table has chipped wood on edge of seats. Basketball goal platform has nails sticking out and chipped wood.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- Counselor found that the rainbow picnic table has chipped wood on edge of seats. The basketball goal platform has nails sticking out and chipped wood. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that all play equipment should be in safe and sanitary condition. Provider should repair basketball platform and picnic table.
- Correction status
- Due by February 26, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
No recorded violations in this report
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
- Employee listed did not begin the 40 hours within 90 days of hire.
- Correction status
- Due by November 14, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- 3 children listed on supplement immunizations expired.
- Correction status
- Due by November 14, 2024
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
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Counselor found that the facility did not have an annual fire inspection. The facility should get an annual fire inspection. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that a fire inspection should be completed annually.
- Correction status
- Due by June 21, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-01
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
- Counselor found that a teacher hired on 12/16/2022 did not complete the five hours of early literacy training. The Teacher should complete the five hours of early literacy training. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that the Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel should be completed within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry.
- Correction status
- Due by March 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Counselor found that a Teacher child abuse and neglect was last signed on 12/16/2022. The Teacher should sign the child abuse and neglect form. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that a child abuse and neglect form should be signed annually.
- Correction status
- Due by March 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Documentation was not maintained for 12 months showing that routine inspections were conducted monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, connectors, and moving parts. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B
- Report comments
- Counselor found that the facility did not have documentation that a monthly inspection was completed since January. The Provider updated the physical inspection log to show that an inspection was completed monthly. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that the monthly inspection should be documented and maintained for 12 moths.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-05
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 current process for ensuring fire drills are conducted monthly?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an inspection report from October 2025 noted that a fire drill was not completed in September. This question helps clarify how the center maintains its emergency preparedness schedule.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on June 23, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you monitor and maintain outdoor play equipment to ensure it remains in good condition for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from February 2025 identified issues with the condition of outdoor play structures. Asking about your maintenance routine helps parents understand how you keep the play areas safe and well-kept.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure all staff members complete their required early literacy and professional training on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that staff training documentation has been a topic of discussion in multiple reports. This question helps parents understand how you track and manage staff professional development requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you explain your process for keeping health and immunization records up to date for all enrolled children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an October 2024 inspection noted that some immunization forms were expired. This question helps clarify how you manage and track these important health documents for families.
Related violations
General question
How do you keep families informed about daily routines and activities in the infant classrooms?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how you communicate daily schedules and care practices helps parents feel confident about the environment and consistency provided for their children.