Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.9
- Local median
- 0.7
The Learning Experience - Clearwater
3090 Sunset Point Rd, Clearwater, FL 33759
- License:
- C06PI0403
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 9, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- VPK, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 152
- License expiration:
- December 10, 2026
Typical cost: $1,538 - $1,603 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,538 - $1,603/mo
Median daily rate: $71.00 - $74.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Pinellas County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionJune 24, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsNovember 14, 2025
Summary
This summary covers 20 available inspections for The Learning Experience - Clearwater from January 30, 2023 through June 24, 2026.
10 inspections recorded violations, with 18 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on June 24, 2026 and involved staff training.
Sleep safety was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 20
- Recorded violations
- 18
- Higher-concern violations
- 7
- Repeated topics
- 2
6 in last 12 months
7 in last 12 months
5 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
20 total inspections vs 12.5 local median in 33759
Compared to 8 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 20%
- Local median
- 27%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 42%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 1.25
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.
October 22, 2024February 28, 2025June 24, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
February 28, 2025February 11, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The childrens center did not have documented proof that all staff were trained and knowledgeable within 30 day of employment in safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome.
- Report comments
- Two staff did not complete the required training within 30 days of hire. Ensure all newly hired staff adhere to training deadlines. A reminder was left for all staff to complete 10 hours of in-service training by 6-30-26.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. .
- Official code
- 12-16
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- During napping, the minimum spacing of two feet between cots/cribs used by children was not provided for [in a Three's classroom].
- Report comments
- Staff member moved cots around so that there was two feet of space between them.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 42 - Napping Space VI. E.
- Official code
- 42-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Toys equipment and/or furnishings were not safe in that [a calendar was hung by a hook & nail in reach of children] and pose a threat to the health safety and well-being of the children in care.
- Inspector notes
- A toddler was able to pull a calendar being held up by a hook and nail out of a wall that was posted within reach of children and put the hook in his mouth. The staff was unsure if the child swallowed the nail. The director stated that all staff removed the calendars and the toddler room was thoroughly cleaned and vacuumed.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 52 - Maintained/Safe
- Official code
- 52-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- A child was left without child care personnel supervision inside or outside the childrens center, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location away from the childrens center as evidenced by [a 1 year-old child was left alone inside the classroom for approximately 12 minutes].
- Correction / follow-up note
- A 1 year old child was found alone inside the classroom by another child's parent. The child was left unsupervised for approximately 12 minutes. Submit a plan to ensure that all staff is properly trained on direct supervision.
- Correction status
- Due by November 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SUPERVISION - 01 - General/Direct II. A.
- Official code
- 01-06
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- The adult-child ratio was not met. There was/were [2] staff supervising [11] children.
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the complaint investigation, Licensing Specialist asked for the attendance for the week of 10-20-25 through 10-24-25. It was observed on the attendance sheet that there were 11 children with 2 staff marked in on Monday, 10-20-25 for 9 minutes. Submit a plan to ensure that the adult-child ratios are met at all times.
- Correction status
- Due by November 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SUPERVISION - 06 - Adult-Child Ratio: II. B.
- Official code
- 06-01
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- The maximum group size of 10 infants for ages 1 year to 2 years old was exceed, in that a group of [11] infants were observed [in the 1 year old classroom].
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the complaint investigation, Licensing Specialist asked for the 1 year old attendance for the week of 10-20-25 through 10-24-25. It was observed on the attendance on 10-20-25 that there were 11 children marked in for 9 minutes. Submit a plan to ensure that the infant group size is not exceeded.
- Correction status
- Due by November 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SUPERVISION - 07 - Infant Group Size II.C.
- Official code
- 07-02
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to verify attendance accuracy at transitions. [there were 10 children present and only 9 children were outside with the class].
- Correction / follow-up note
- 1 child was left alone inside the classroom when the group of children went outside to the playground. Submit a plan to ensure that transitions are not only documented but that staff is actually counting the children when transitioning. The Learning Experience - Clearwater C06PI0403 / 52511886292 3090 Sunset Point Rd Clearwater FL 33759 Complaint 10/27/2025 Page 2 of 6
- Correction status
- Due by November 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 17 - Daily Attendance/Center Closing Log: V.A.
- Official code
- 17-06
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care personnel who have documentation to show a completion date of the 40- clock hour training requirement but not within 15 months of employment within the child care industry.
- Report comments
- Staff member (CS) started her DCF required trainings on 10/30/23, but did not complete them until 11/13/24.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. .
- Official code
- 12-05
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Hand hygiene procedures, including situations at times, were not posted in food preparation diapering and toileting areas.
- Report comments
- During the inspection, staff in a 1's(KF) classroom, a 2's(QH) classroom, and a 3's (SZ) hung the correct signs which advise when hands should be washed. Please be sure that these signs are posted at every sink in the Center.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 65 - Handwashing VII. A.
- Official code
- 65-07
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The childrens center did not have documented proof that all staff were trained and knowledgeable within 30 day of employment in safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome.
- Correction / follow-up note
- One staff member has not completed Safe Sleep training within 30 days of hire. Please submit DCF transcript when the course is completed.
- Correction status
- Due by November 5, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. .
- Official code
- 12-16
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The childrens center did not have a current and approved fire safety inspection by the local fire authority.
- Report comments
- The Center started a procedure of scheduling an inspection of alarms and Fire extinguishers, but not until one week prior to the Fire inspection expiring. The current Fire inspection expires 3/21/25. Director has spoken with the Local Fire Department, and ensures that next year's inspection will be completed prior to the expiration of the current inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 27 - Fire Inspection VI.B.
- Official code
- 27-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to sign/date a log verifying that all children had left the premises as evidenced by [no signature for 4/18/23].
- Correction / follow-up note
- Please submit a plan that ensures the sweep of the Center and the signature on the Closing log are both completed daily.
- Correction status
- Due by April 27, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 17 - Daily Attendance/Center Closing Log: V.A.
- Official code
- 17-05
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to share the accident or incident report with the custodial parent/legal guardian or individual authorized to pick up the child on the date that the incident occurred.
- Correction / follow-up note
- The Director indicated that the staff writes internal incident reports and keeps them on file but does not typically provide incident reports to parents. The Director was informed that incidents need to be written up, just like accident reports, and the reports need to be provided to a parent/guardian and signed on the date of occurrence. The Director has agreed to do this moving forward.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 21 - Accidents/Incidents V. A.
- Official code
- 21-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care personnel who do not have documentation of completion of a five hour early literacy and language development of children birth through five course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry.
- Report comments
- Staff member has completed the required Early Literacy course. Administrative action will be taken.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. .
- Official code
- 12-04
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Staff did not record complete and accurate attendance records to included childs first and last name time in and out and date. [in the 1's classroom].
- Report comments
- Staff in the 1's classroom had 10 children, but only 9 children were marked in attendance. Staff added the child into attendance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 17 - Daily Attendance/Center Closing Log: V.A.
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area of the childrens center was observed to not be in good repair [several of the classrooms have peeling paint and plaster on the walls and in corners].
- Correction / follow-up note
- Please submit photographs of the re-paired areas.
- Correction status
- Due by February 13, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 36 - Clean Good Repair (Indoor Play Space) VI. C.
- Official code
- 36-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow access by children or animals.
- Correction / follow-up note
- An interior fence that divides the Infant playground from the older play areas was not secured into the ground. Please repair and send photos of the correction.
- Correction status
- Due by February 13, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 40 - Adequate Fencing: VI. D.
- Official code
- 40-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name.
- Report comments
- Bottles in an Infant room refrigerator did not have first and last names on the them. Teacher in classroom wrote names on the bottles.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 80 - Formula
- Official code
- 80-01
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 steps your team takes to ensure children are always accounted for during transitions between the classroom and the playground?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection show a finding related to maintaining proper spacing and supervision during napping, and other reports indicate challenges with attendance accuracy during transitions. Asking about these procedures helps parents understand how the center manages child safety during daily movements.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current process for verifying that all staff members have completed their required training and certifications within the expected timeframes?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show multiple instances where staff training documentation was incomplete. This question allows the director to explain how they track and ensure compliance with professional development requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you conduct routine safety checks of the classrooms to ensure that all wall hangings and equipment remain secure and out of reach for children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection reports have noted concerns regarding the safety of equipment and furnishings within reach of children. Understanding the center's maintenance and safety audit routine helps parents feel confident about the classroom environment.
Related violations
General question
What strategies does the center use to maintain consistent adult-to-child ratios throughout the entire day, especially during busy transition times?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Maintaining appropriate staffing levels is essential for quality care and supervision. This question helps parents understand how the center manages staffing to ensure every child receives adequate attention.
General question
How do you communicate with families about daily routines and any changes in classroom procedures?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication between providers and families is a cornerstone of a supportive childcare experience. Learning about their preferred methods for updates helps parents stay informed about their child's day and the center's operations.