Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.62
- Local median
- 0.45
The Nest Playschool
411 N Ridgewood Ave, Edgewater, FL 32132
- License:
- C07VO0514
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, Food Served, Full Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 45
- License expiration:
- February 25, 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 inspectionMay 29, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 29, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 13 available inspections for The Nest Playschool from February 8, 2023 through May 29, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with eight recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on May 18, 2026 and involved health or food records, with a due date of May 29, 2026.
Background screening 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
- 13
- Recorded violations
- 8
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 1
4 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
13 total inspections vs 11 local median in Edgewater
Compared to 11 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 8%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 23%
- Local median
- 23%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.36
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
September 20, 2023October 23, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Specialist observed that three children had expired immunization records on file. Per the Child Care facility handbook on page 59. The childcare facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681.
- Correction status
- Due by May 29, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Specialist observed that one child did not have a current health exam on file. Per the child care facility handbook on page 60. 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. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program.
- Correction status
- Due by May 29, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
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
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 Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Specialist observed items unrelated to diaper changing on the table (artwork). The items were immediately removed. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 37: G. Items unrelated to diaper changing shall not be stored in the diaper changing area nor shall they be placed on the diaper changing table.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Inspector notes
- Specialist observed that one staff member had not started a DCF course within the 90 day timeframe. Staff member started in the industry on 4/26/2024. Staff member had completed all School Readiness requirements on time. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 39: 4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at th ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 31, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A safety deficiency having a moderate potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- The facility was recently painted. A large paint scraper, cans of paint, and a roller pan with hardened paint that children could pick off and put in there mouths was available in the tub in a bathroom accessible to the children. All of these materials were removed in the presence of this counselor. The CCF Handbook states that the facility must be free of safety hazards.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-07
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]
- Report comments
- In a children's bathroom there were several spray cans of disinfectant and sanitizing spray as well as containers of disinfectant wipes. These harmful items were removed from the shelf that was accessible to the children and placed on a higher shelf. The CCF Handbook states that all areas and surfaces accessible to children must be free from toxic substances.
- 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: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [sand boxes have heavy wooden covers that can drop on little fingers.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- The 3 sand boxes on the playground have heavy wooden covers that can drop on little fingers. This is very dangerous for the children. Covers will be taken off the sand boxes before children are in care each day. Covers were removed in the presence of this counselor during this inspection. The CCF Handbook states that play equipment must be safe for the children in care.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The staff member mentioned on the attached supplemental form did not have a clearinghouse background screening available for review during this inspection. Director stated that the BGS request has been submitted but has not returned as eligible. This staff member has been removed from this program until a current clearinghouse background screening is available. The CCF Handbook states that a level 2 screening is required for all child care personnel.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
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 is your current process for ensuring that all staff members have their required background screening documentation completed and ready for review?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an instance where documentation for a background screening was not available for review during an inspection. Asking about current procedures helps parents understand how the facility maintains compliance with personnel requirements.
- Context
- The staff member involved was removed from the program until the screening was available.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that cleaning supplies and other potentially hazardous items are stored securely and kept out of reach of children at all times?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted that cleaning supplies were found in an area accessible to children. This question helps parents understand the current safety protocols for storing hazardous materials.
- Context
- The items were moved to a secure location during the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you walk me through how you track and update student health and immunization records to ensure they remain current?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show recent findings regarding expired health and immunization documentation. This question allows parents to understand the facility's system for managing these important health files.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was conducted on May 29, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you maintain the facility environment to ensure that areas like diaper changing stations remain clean and free of unrelated items?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available reports show that sanitation and facility condition topics appeared in more than one inspection. Asking about daily maintenance routines helps parents understand how the center keeps the environment organized and sanitary.
Related violations
General question
What is your approach to staff onboarding and ensuring that new employees complete their required training within the designated timeframes?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a center manages staff training and development helps parents feel confident that caregivers are prepared and meeting all professional requirements.