Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.21
- Local median
- 0.5
Merry Day Child Care Center
407 E Kentucky Ave, Deland, FL 32724
- License:
- C07VO0113
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- VPK, After School, Before School, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 314
- License expiration:
- October 23, 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
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 inspectionMay 28, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 28, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 14 available inspections for Merry Day Child Care Center from January 9, 2023 through May 28, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with three recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on October 10, 2025 and involved supervision.
Two later inspections, from January 22, 2026 through May 28, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 14
- Recorded violations
- 3
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 0
4 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
14 total inspections vs 14.5 local median in 32724
Compared to 10 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 14%
- Local median
- 14%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 21%
- Local median
- 29%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 1.7
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
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [two year old group] group was inadequate in that [a teacher stepped out of the classroom momentarily]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4
- Report comments
- It was reported that a teacher asked another teacher to watch her classroom while she went to the restroom. However, the second teacher did not hear her and the children were left unattended momentarily. The children were laying down for nap time. A grandmother arrived to pick up one of the children and discovered there was not a teacher in that room. The Director had the teachers complete the course Safety in Child Care Programs and the certificates are in their files. 2.4.B-- Children must never be left without childcare personnel supervision inside or outside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location by themselves.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
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
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [none of the classes had an attendance sheet roaster with them as they went from one location to the next.].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
- Report comments
- Attendance sheet/class roaster must accompany the childcare personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Due by June 7, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A
- Report comments
- The large outdoor play area has litter in a wooden stall on the playground, under the water fountain are open bags of sand, and debris in the play area. 3.4 Outdoor Play Area A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards.
- Correction status
- Due by February 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
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
What procedures are currently in place to ensure children are always supervised, especially during transitions or staff breaks?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an October 2025 inspection note a finding regarding supervision when a teacher stepped away momentarily. This question helps parents understand the current staffing protocols and communication methods used to ensure consistent coverage.
- Context
- The issue was addressed at the time of the inspection, and subsequent inspections have been clear.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does your team manage attendance tracking when children move between different areas of the facility or outdoor spaces?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from May 2024 identified a need for better attendance roster management during group transitions. Asking this helps families learn how the center maintains accurate accountability for children throughout the day.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe your routine for inspecting the outdoor play areas to ensure they remain clean and free of debris?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from January 2024 included a finding regarding the cleanliness of the outdoor play space. This question allows parents to understand the center's current maintenance schedule and safety checks for play areas.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with parents regarding daily activities and any changes in classroom routines?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular communication helps parents feel connected to their child's daily experience and provides insight into how the center manages information flow between staff and families.
General question
What is your process for training new staff members on safety protocols and supervision standards?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how the center prepares its team ensures that all staff are well-versed in the policies designed to keep children safe and engaged throughout the day.