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Hope Early Learning Programs

1340 Wright St, Daytona Beach, FL 32117

License:
C07VO0470
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 13, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
Head Start, VPK, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:45AM to 3:15PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
152
License expiration:
July 23, 2027
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 25, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 25, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 16 available inspections for Hope Early Learning Programs from March 3, 2023 through June 25, 2026.

Five inspections recorded violations, with eight recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on June 17, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of July 6, 2026.

Staff-to-child ratio was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.

A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.

At a glance

Total inspections
16

5 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
8

4 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
2

Last 36 months

Local comparison

16 total inspections vs 10 local median in 32117

Compared to 16 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.5
Local median
0.3

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
6%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
31%
Local median
21%

Repeated topics

This provider
2
Local average
0.56

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: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the fence by the parking lot area on the large playground was no longer meeting the ground. The fence will need to be repaired. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 24 that: F. The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level and be free from erosion or build up to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. These areas must have at least two exits ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by July 6, 2026
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [large play structure with slide and anchored in play car] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D
Correction / follow-up note
During the playground inspection, the mulch around the large playground piece with the slide attached and the anchored in play car had been washed away by the recent weather. Several areas were just the ground and were not meeting the fall zone requirements. The mulch will have to be replaced. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on pages 38-39 that: D. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. 1. If the ground cover in p ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by July 6, 2026
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-07
View official report
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child Care personnel, who were not in compliance with training requirements when they left the industry, did not complete required training and any new mandated training before returning to the industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.3, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Report comments
There are currently 12 employees. All 12 employee records were reviewed. One employee, CR, left the childcare industry without completing the required training. CR returned to childcare and was hired by the facility without the completion of the training. CR did complete the training while employed at the facility. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 43 that: 4.3 Break in Service A. In the event an individual leaves the child care industry in compliance with training requirements and returns to the industry either at the same or a different child care facility, he or she will be given 90 days to comply with any new training requirements established during the gap ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-05
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Report comments
There are currently 12 employees. All 12 employee records were reviewed. Two employees', CR and LML, left the childcare industry without completing the required Early Literacy training. CR and LML returned to childcare and were hired by the facility without the completion of the training. CR and LML did complete the training while employed at the facility. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 40 that: 4.2.2 Early Literacy Training Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-06
View official report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
A ratio of [one] child care personnel for [six] children is required. A ratio of [one] child care personnel for [7] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the ratio observed was: Three/Four/Five's 13:3 Two/Three's 7:2 Three/Four/Five's 15:2 Three/Four/Five's 15:2 One/Two's 7:1 Plus, two additional staff persons including the Director. During the walk through of the classrooms, the Licensing Specialist observed 7 children in the one/two-year-old classroom with one teacher. It was reported that there was 1 one-year old and 6 two-year-olds present. The Licensing Specialist was informed that the teacher had to use the restroom. The other teacher came back into the classroom around 5 minutes after the Licensing Specialist arrived. The ratio was brought back into compliance at that time. There were now 7 one/tw ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7)
Report comments
There are currently 12 employees. One employee, JA, has been at the facility for over 90 days and has not completed the SR preservice training requirements. The School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Handbook states on page 9 that: 3.1 Preservice Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section, as applicable. All child care personnel must complete these preservice training requirements within 90 days of initial employment with any School Readiness provider. This timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another School Readiness provider within this initial 90 days. Personnel who h ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 7, 2025
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-13
View official report
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 inside or outside access by children or animals. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F
Inspector notes
During the playground inspection of the large playground, two sides of the fence were observed to not be at ground level. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 24 that: F. The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level and be free from erosion or build up to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. These areas must have at least two exits, with at least one being remote from the buildings. If an outdoor p ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by December 13, 2024
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-07
View official report
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It did not indicate the results of all components included in DH Form 3040]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2
Report comments
Counselor reviewed 36 newly enrolled children's record since the last inspection on 6/16/2023. One child's Physical form did not have the date of the exam completed. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 60 that: 7.2 Student Health Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Exami ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by November 27, 2023
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-02

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 how your team ensures that staff-to-child ratios are maintained at all times, including during transitions like bathroom breaks?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection report note an instance where a classroom was temporarily out of ratio when a teacher stepped away. This question helps parents understand the current supervision protocols used to maintain consistent coverage.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your current process for inspecting and maintaining the playground equipment and fall zones to ensure they stay in good condition?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that ground cover and equipment maintenance have been identified as topics in multiple reports. Asking about the current maintenance schedule helps parents understand how the facility keeps play areas ready for daily use.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you monitor the perimeter fencing to ensure it remains secure and at ground level?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate that the condition of outdoor fencing has been a topic in more than one inspection. This question allows the director to explain the routine checks in place to keep the outdoor space secure.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps does the center take to verify that all staff members have completed their required training and certifications before they begin working with children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Official inspection reports show that staff training documentation has been a recurring topic. This question helps parents learn about the current administrative process for tracking and verifying staff credentials.
Related violations
General question

How do you communicate with families about daily routines and any changes in classroom staffing or activities?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication regarding daily operations and staffing helps families feel connected and informed about their child's environment. Understanding these practices provides insight into how the center manages transparency with parents.