Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.09
- Local median
- 0.18
Ellison Acres Preschool
2020 Lake Dr, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168
- License:
- C07VO0061
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 70
- License expiration:
- December 8, 2026
Typical cost: $1,083 - $1,231 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,083 - $1,231/mo
Median daily rate: $50.00 - $56.80
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Volusia 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 inspectionMarch 18, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 18, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 11 available inspections for Ellison Acres Preschool from February 27, 2023 through March 18, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 26, 2025 and involved background screening, with a due date of April 10, 2025.
Four later inspections, from April 4, 2025 through March 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
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
11 total inspections vs 7 local median in 32168
Compared to 8 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 9%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 9%
- Local median
- 9%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.63
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
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Specialist reviewed all 6 staff files and none of them had the form 5131. Director will complete all 6 staff 5131 by April 10, 2025. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 62: 7.4.1 Background Screening Documents Background screening documentation must be maintained for all child care personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which includes household members if the facility is located in or adjacent to the home of the operator. Background screening documentation must be on-site and available for the licensing authority to review. A. Each personnel record must have a completed CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, which is inc ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-01
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 explain your current process for maintaining staff background screening documentation?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in March 2025 noted that required background screening forms were missing from personnel files. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center ensures all staff documentation remains up-to-date and accessible for review.
- Context
- A later inspection on March 18, 2026, was completed with no findings.
Related violations
General question
How do you handle staff training and onboarding to ensure everyone is familiar with your internal record-keeping requirements?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how staff are trained on administrative tasks provides insight into the center's commitment to maintaining organized and compliant operations. This helps families feel confident that the team is well-prepared for their responsibilities.
General question
What steps are taken to regularly audit your files and ensure all necessary paperwork is in place for every employee?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular internal audits are a key part of maintaining a well-organized facility. Learning about these practices helps parents understand how the center proactively manages its administrative duties.
General question
How do you communicate with families if there are changes to your administrative or office management staff?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication regarding staff changes helps parents stay informed about who is managing the facility's operations. This transparency supports a strong partnership between families and the center's leadership.
General question
Can you describe your approach to maintaining a consistent and stable environment for the children throughout the school year?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistency is important for children's comfort and development in a preschool setting. Discussing this topic allows parents to learn about the center's philosophy on staff stability and routine management.