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First Church Preschool

305 Dunlawton Ave, Port Orange, FL 32127

License:
C07VO0282
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 13, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, VPK, Full Day
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
192
License expiration:
August 10, 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 inspectionJune 30, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 30, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 13 available inspections for First Church Preschool from March 1, 2023 through June 30, 2026.

Two inspections recorded violations, with three recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on March 10, 2025 and involved health or food records.

DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.

Five later inspections, from May 8, 2025 through June 30, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
13

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
3

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
0

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

13 total inspections vs 11.5 local median in 32127

Compared to 10 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.23
Local median
0.19

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
0%
Local median
4%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
15%
Local median
15%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
Local average
1.1

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

View official report
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. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
Specialist observed in all classrooms that bottles and/or water bottles were not labeled with both the first and last name of the children. Teachers used painter's tape and a black sharpie to put the names on the bottles. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 35: B. Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
Official code
28-02
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. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B (Section 17.6, number 5) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, two classrooms were observed to not have the children's cups labeled. The person in charge labeled all the cups during the inspection. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 35 that: B. Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
Official code
28-02
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Program personnel did not complete training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children, or if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the program. (Section 18.1) Training [SR]
Report comments
There are currently 9 employees. All 9 employee records were reviewed. Two employees, MG and JP, did not finish the newly required SR training that were due by 6/30/2024. One employee, SC did not finish the new classes until 7/29/2024. One employee, MG, did not complete the SR pre service trainings within 90 days of employment. Important Announcement: Due to changes in federal regulations, there are new health and safety training requirements for all child care personnel employed at a contracted School Readiness (SR) Program site. For compliance, all personnel who directly supervise children must successfully complete mandated health and safety training. All current SR child ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by August 2, 2024
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-13

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 the process for ensuring all children's bottles and cups are clearly labeled with their full names each day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that instances where bottles or cups were not fully labeled occurred in recent inspections. This question helps understand the current daily routine for managing personal items to ensure they are correctly identified for each child.
Context
The records indicate this was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you track and verify that all staff members are up to date on their required health and safety training?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from 2024 noted that some personnel had not completed specific training requirements by the required deadlines. Asking this helps parents understand the center's current system for monitoring staff qualifications and ongoing professional development.
Related violations
General question

What steps does the center take to ensure consistent communication with families regarding daily care routines?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Establishing clear communication channels helps parents stay informed about their child's daily experiences and any changes in center procedures. This question helps gauge how the staff keeps families connected and involved in their child's care.
General question

How do you handle staff transitions or onboarding to ensure that all new employees are fully prepared before they begin working with children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding the onboarding process provides insight into how the center prepares its team to provide consistent and high-quality care. This helps parents feel confident in the support and training provided to the staff members who will be with their children.
General question

Can you describe the daily supervision plan for the classrooms to ensure children are always well-supported?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Learning about the supervision structure helps parents understand how the center maintains an attentive environment throughout the day. This question is useful for identifying the center's approach to classroom management and child engagement.