Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.67
- Local median
- 0.25
Plato's Playgrounds 3
220 Cassadaga Rd, Lake Helen, FL 32744
- License:
- C07VO0573
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, Full Day, Infant Care, Night Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Thu: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri: 7:00AM to 11:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 54
- License expiration:
- August 6, 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 inspectionMarch 4, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 4, 2026
Summary
This summary covers nine available inspections for Plato's Playgrounds 3 from August 5, 2024 through March 4, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with six recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on October 2, 2025 and involved supervision.
Two later inspections, from November 21, 2025 through March 4, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 9
- Recorded violations
- 6
- Higher-concern violations
- 3
- Repeated topics
- 1
4 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
9 total inspections vs 11 local median in Volusia County
Compared to 190 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 22%
- Local median
- 6%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 44%
- Local median
- 17%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.71
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
December 4, 2024March 10, 2025Inspection 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
- Child care personnel were not within sight and hearing of all the children during nap time. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.2 General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- On 9/23/2025, the infant teacher left three infants alone napping in their room for over an hour. The teacher, BG along with another teacher, KD and the Director, KS sat up in the front area during this time. The owner and the area manager were informed of this incident on 9/23/2025 and viewed the video from this day which confirmed that these three individuals did leave the children alone for an hour and 12 minutes. The infant teacher, BG was terminated and the Director, KS was removed from her director position to a teaching position at their other building so that she could be monitored closely. The Licensing Specialist requested that KS and KD take Safety in Child Care Pr ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-05
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- On 9/23/2025, the facility had an incident occur where a teacher left three infants alone in a room for an hour and 12 minutes. The area manager, EW, was informed of the incident on 9/24/2025. EW stated that she spoke to the three parents of the children in the infant room on 9/24/2025. One parent was a staff member present on the day of the occurrence, so she was aware of what happened. The Incident/Accident reports were not completed and signed until 10/7/2025. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on pages 55-56 that: 6.4 Accident/Incident Notification A. All accidents and incidents or unusual occurrences that are threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of a child ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-03
No recorded violations in this report
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- There are currently 9 employees. All 9 employee records were reviewed. One employee, HH, did not have a determination on the background screening report that was on file. An "Agency Review" was required. The manager submitted the "Agency Review" during the inspection and the employee was placed on leave until a cleared screening is received. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 62 that: C. A copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 screening, generated from the Clearinghouse must be on record for each personnel. If awaiting Out-of-State criminal history results, a copy of the DCF email informing of the individuals eligibility for a provisional hire status must ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- There are currently 9 employees. All 9 employee records were reviewed. Two newly hired employees, HR and KD, did not have documented completed reference checks on file. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 51 that: D. The employer/owner/operator must conduct employment history checks, including documented attempts to contact each employer that employed the individual within the preceding five years, and documentation of the findings. Documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/her regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. The employer/owner/operator must make at least three attempts to obtain empl ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 11, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7
- Report comments
- On 11/8/2024, the facility was placed on a provisional license due to the loss of the Director. The facility is monitored monthly regarding this standard. The Owner is aware that a credentialed Director will need to be in place by 5/11/2025. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 46-47 that: 4.7 Director Credential Section 402.305(2)(g), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. Every applicant for a license to operate a child care facility or a license for a change of ownership of a child care facility must document that the facility director has an active Director Credential prior to issuance of the license. An applicant for the Director ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 11, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-04
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
- Report comments
- There are currently 6 employees. All 6 employee records were reviewed. One employee, JC, started the DCF Intro training, but not within the first 90 days of employment. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on pages 39-40 that: 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 the time of employment in the child care indu ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
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 steps have been taken to ensure that all children are always supervised according to the center's current policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from October 2025 noted a finding regarding supervision during nap time. This question helps families understand the current practices and oversight in place to maintain constant supervision.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center verify and maintain documentation for new staff members, such as background screenings and employment history checks?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a July 2025 inspection show findings related to missing background screening and employment history documentation. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the facility ensures all staff requirements are met.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the center's process for documenting and notifying parents if an incident occurs during the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from October 2025 indicated a finding regarding the timely documentation of an incident. This question helps parents understand how the center manages communication and record-keeping for unusual occurrences.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe the training and professional development program for your staff members?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2024 and 2025 show repeated topics regarding staff training and credentialing requirements. This question allows the director to explain how the center currently supports and tracks staff training compliance.
Related violations
General question
How do you handle transitions in leadership or key staff roles to ensure consistent care for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a center manages staff turnover and leadership changes helps parents feel confident about the stability and continuity of the care environment.