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TLC KIDS

1748 S Woodland Blvd, Deland, FL 32720

License:
C07VO0498
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 13, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, VPK, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
147
License expiration:
October 7, 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 22, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 22, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 19 available inspections for TLC KIDS from January 9, 2023 through May 22, 2026.

Eight inspections recorded violations, with 20 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 29, 2026 and involved hazardous access, with a due date of May 22, 2026.

That higher-concern topic showed up in four inspections.

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
19

9 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
20

10 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
10

5 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
5

Last 36 months

Local comparison

19 total inspections vs 10 local median in 32720

Compared to 18 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.05
Local median
0.2

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
32%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
42%
Local median
20%

Repeated topics

This provider
5
Local average
1.17

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.

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Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing specialist observed inner fencing around structures where children cannot play had gaps larger than 12 inches, needing repair. This is due by 5/22/2026. 3.5 Outdoor Play Area 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 buildup 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 outd ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by May 22, 2026
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Frozen food was not [ labeled by date and type]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.2 and 3. Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing specialist observed frozen foods that were recently received were removed from original box and were not labeled appropriately. Provider showed this specialist the order list and dated accordingly. Completed at time of inspection in the presence of this specialist. 3.9.2 Food Storage F. Refrigerators/freezers: 2. Food may be frozen prior to the expiration date, but when thawed, it must be labeled with the date it was removed from the freezer and discarded within seven calendar days. 3. Frozen food must be labeled by date and type noted below and stored according to the following table: Food Item Months Bacon and sausage 1 to 2 months Casseroles 2 to 3 months Frozen ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-24
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [Many toys had broken pieces and some had mold. Slide fixutre needs to be repaired.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Licensing specialist observed many toys had broken pieces and some had mold. Slide fixture and toys must be repaired or discarded by 5/22/2026. 3.12 Outdoor Equipment A. A child care facility must provide and maintain enough usable equipment suitable to each childs age and development and of a quantity for each to be involved in activities. B. All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and moving part ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by May 22, 2026
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-03
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Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Soiled or wet diapers, clothing, or linens were not changed immediately. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Report comments
A child sustained a severe diaper rash while in care of the facility. Provider will draft a new policy in writing to this Licensing specialist. The policy will explain how the staff will record on a log the diaper changes (in the old-er classrooms) or put the date and time of changes on the new diapers with a sharpie. This will need to be provided by 4/3/2026. 3.10.2 Diapering Requirements A. When children in diapers are in care, a hand-washing station that includes a sink with running water, soap, trash receptacle, and disposable towels or hand drying machines that are properly installed and maintained shall be provided in the room or in an adjoining area which opens into th ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 3, 2026
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-09
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Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 Training [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing specialist observed staff did not have her safe sleep training completed as required. Staff must complete by 1/26/2026. 4.2.3 Safe Sleep/ Shaken Baby Syndrome Training All child care personnel who work in a facility that offers care to infants must have training regarding guidance on safe sleep practices, preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; recognition of signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with crying, fussing, or distraught child and the development and vulnerabilities of the brain in infancy in early childhood within 30 days of hire at the facility. For child care personnel to satisfy this ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by January 26, 2026
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-09
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing specialist observed attendance was incomplete in two of the classrooms in the one's and two's classrooms. Staff completed at time of inspection. 7.5 Daily Attendance Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded accurately by the child care personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the program. B. The custodial parent or guardian may document the time when his/her child enters and departs the child care facility or program. However, child care facility personnel are responsible for ensuring that attendance records are complete and accurate. ENFORCEMENT
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
Official code
46-03
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Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing specialist observed cleaning chemicals at reach of children. Staff member removed and stored in a closet down the hall at time of inspection. 3.2 Toxic/Hazardous Material/Firearms/Weapons B. All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, and other potentially dangerous hazards, must be stored in a locked area or must be inaccessible and out of a childs reach at all times.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
Official code
13-02
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Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Garbage containing food waste was not disposed of in a leak proof, nonabsorbent container with a tight fitting lid. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.8. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Licensing specialist observed kitchen garbage did not have lids. This is due to be purchased by 9/5/2025. 3.9 Food Preparation/Food Service 3.9.1 Food Preparation Area A food preparation area is a designated room, such as a kitchen, or a designated space in a facility not normally used or accessible to the children in daily operations for indoor play, classroom, work or nap spaces, and not included when calculating usable indoor floor space. A. A food preparation area is required for facilities that choose to prepare food in a manner consistent with the definition of preparation of food. Specific requirements for the food preparation area include: 8. Leak-proof, non-absorbent ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by September 5, 2025
More details
Report section
FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-11
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
In reviewing staff files licensing specialist observed a staff member did not have Background screening Personnel requirement form completed. This is due to be completed by 9/5/2025. 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 incor ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by September 5, 2025
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-01
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
Employment history check did not include all required information including applicants, job title, description of regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
In reviewing a staff file, licensing observed that a staff file did not have a completed employment history check. This is due to be completed by 9/5/2025. 5 Background Screening 5.1 Initial Screening A screening must be conducted as a condition of employment. The employer/owner/operator must review each employment application to assess the relevancy of any issue uncovered by the complete background screening, including any arrest, pending criminal charge, or conviction, and must use this information in employment decisions in accordance with state laws. D. The employer/owner/operator must conduct employment history checks, including documented attempts to contact each employ ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by September 5, 2025
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-05
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Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing specialist observed two changing mats with holes. Provider replaced right away and discarded the two mats. 3.10.2 Diapering Requirements E. When children in diapers are in care, there must be a diaper changing area with an impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-06
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Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Specialist observed there was a fountain that looked like it was being repaired but left exposing wires and sharp pieces that can cause cuts or injury. Provider will have the fountain repaired or removed by 9/24/2024. 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements (Pg. 20 of the handbook) A. All childcare facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used b ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by September 24, 2024
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Specialist observed in bathroom cabinet cleaning products that were at children's reach. Staff removed and put it at a higher level within the cabinet at time of inspection. 3.2 Toxic/Hazardous Material/Firearms/Weapons (Pg. 22 of the Handbook) A. All areas and surfaces accessible to children must be free from toxic substances, bio contaminants, and hazardous materials/equipment/tools, including power tools, plastic bags, matches, candles, lighters, etc. B. All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
Official code
13-03
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
The nap/sleep space interfered with exit areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Specialist observed children napping behind bathroom exit doors entrapped behind the door, bookcase and wall. 3.6.2 Nap/Sleep Space (Pg. 25 of Handbook) E. Napping and sleeping areas must not be in exit areas. All exits must remain clear in accordance with fire safety requirements.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
Official code
19-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [there were toys with mildew or broken with jagged and broken edges.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
Specialist observed toys with mildew or broken and jagged edges that can cause cuts or injury. Provider will dispose, replace or clean those toys that are no longer good for use by 9/24/2024. 3.12 Outdoor Equipment (Pg. 28 &29 of Handbook) B. All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and moving parts. Documentation of maintenance inspections must be maintained for 12 months. F. All equipment used in ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-03
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Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 10, number 4) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Counselor observed cleaning supplies were left on top of a table during inspection. Staff member removed the supplies and placed them on a higher shelf out of reach from the children. 3.2 Toxic/Hazardous Material/Firearms/Weapons B. All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, and other potentially dangerous hazards, must be stored in a locked area or must be inaccessible and out of a childs reach at all times.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
Official code
13-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G (Section 12.3, number 6) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
Counselor observed unrelated items on the changing table, likes toys and garbage bags. Staff member removed them and stored in the proper space during inspection. 3.10.2 Diapering Requirements A. When children in diapers are in care, a hand-washing station that includes a sink with running water, soap, trash receptacle, and disposable towels or hand drying machines that are properly installed and maintained shall be provided in the room or in an adjoining area which opens into the room. B. Hands must be washed and dried thoroughly after each diapering or toileting procedure, and all surfaces that have been touched must be cleaned and sanitized or disinfected to prevent the sp ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-07
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not safe in that [chairs were on top of tables while children were in care.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 (Section 11.1, number 2) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
Counselor observed chairs were placed on top of table while children were in care. Staff member removed them and placed them in a safe place. 3.11 Indoor Equipment Equipment, materials, furnishings, and play areas should be sturdy, safe, and in good repair. Provider should monitor the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recommendations for use of equipment. Walls, ceilings, floors, furnishings, equipment, toys, and other surfaces should be suitable to the location and the users. They should be maintained in good repair, free from visible soil and clean. Equipment and furnishings must be arranged to allow direct supervision of children by child care personnel from all ar ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
Official code
31-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Equipment available to children in the outdoor play area was not appropriate for the age and developmental level of the children in care in that [there were not enough toys and play equiptment for the children in care.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, A (Section 11.2, number 1) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Counselor observed that there was only one slide structure and a few trike-like toys for the children to play. Provider will purchase and add other toys and or toy structures to the playground area by 9/8/2023. 3.12 Outdoor Equipment A. A child care facility must provide and maintain enough usable equipment suitable to each childs age and development and of a quantity for each to be involved in activities.
Correction status
Due by September 8, 2023
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-01
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Attendance records did not include the time of each childs arrival and departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Section 19.3, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
Counselor observed that there were several classrooms that had incomplete attendance rosters that would include arrival, departure or transition information. All employees completed the rosters at time of inspection. Counselor gave TA to each classroom who was not in compliance and explained the importance of having proper attendance rosters. 7.5 Daily Attendance Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded accurately by the child care personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the program. A. Attendance devices used for the purposes of tracking attendance may be used, but personnel must ensure the accuracy of the documented attendance. Each ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
Official code
46-02

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

What steps have been taken to ensure the outdoor play area fencing is secure and free of gaps?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an April 2026 inspection indicate that gaps were found in the fencing that could allow children to exit the area. Asking about this helps families understand how the facility maintains its outdoor boundaries.
Context
The correction for this issue was due by 5/22/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the staff manage and verify daily attendance to ensure every child is accounted for throughout the day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show multiple instances where attendance documentation was incomplete regarding arrival and departure times. This question helps parents understand the current process for tracking children in the facility.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is the current process for storing cleaning supplies and other hazardous materials to keep them out of reach of children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate multiple findings across several years where hazardous items were found accessible to children. Understanding the current storage policy helps parents feel confident about the environment.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the facility ensure that all play equipment is regularly inspected and maintained in good repair?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Official inspection reports from 2023, 2024, and 2026 have noted concerns regarding the condition of outdoor toys and equipment. Asking about the maintenance schedule helps parents understand how the center keeps play areas safe.
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Finding-specific

Can you describe the daily routine for diapering and how staff ensure that changing areas are kept clean and sanitized?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available records show several findings related to diapering procedures and facility cleanliness. This question helps parents understand the hygiene practices currently in place for infants and toddlers.
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