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La Petite Academy #182

10936 S Trail Cir, Orlando, FL 32837

License:
C09OR0184
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 12, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
165
License expiration:
January 15, 2027
Typical cost: $1,235 - $1,343 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,235 - $1,343/mo

Median daily rate: $57.00 - $62.00

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Orange County data.

Not this provider’s price.

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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 inspectionApril 21, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsAugust 18, 2025

Summary

This summary covers 13 available inspections for La Petite Academy #182 from April 19, 2023 through April 21, 2026.

Five inspections recorded violations, with 11 recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on April 21, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of May 20, 2026.

Transportation was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.

The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.

At a glance

Total inspections
13

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
11

5 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
2

1 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
2

Last 36 months

Local comparison

13 total inspections vs 11 local median in 32837

Compared to 23 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.85
Local median
0.18

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
15%
Local median
7%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
38%
Local median
17%

Repeated topics

This provider
2
Local average
0.74

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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Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
A resilient surface was not provided beneath and within the fall/use zone for [3 and 4 years playground]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
A non-compliance was previously issued regarding the outdoor fall-zone surfacing. During todays visit, the child care personnel informed me that the mulch order had been approved. The provider shared an email confirming this approval, received today, Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 6:26 AM. This documentation verifies that the provider has initiated the corrective action process and is moving forward with updating the fall-zone surfacing in alignment with required outdoor-playground safety standards.
Correction status
Due by May 20, 2026
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-06
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Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
The vehicle alarm was found to be inoperative, and the second van would not start.
Correction status
Due by January 2, 2026
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
Official code
07-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Documentation was not maintained for 12 months showing that routine inspections were conducted monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, connectors, and moving parts. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Report comments
The last inspection on record was June 2025.
Correction status
Due by January 30, 2026
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
A resilient surface was not provided beneath and within the fall/use zone for [3 and 4 years playground.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
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. Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 39 1. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. The mulch depth in the fall zone areas was approximately 12 inches.
Correction status
Due by January 30, 2026
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-06
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Documentation of in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-service Training Record. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) [SR]
Report comments
Documentation of in-service training was not recorded.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-08
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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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Correction / follow-up note
A child care personnel who was hired on 8/26/2024 did not start the introductory training within 90 days of employment. The provider will send the staff transcript showing compliance on or before the due date.
Correction status
Due by January 17, 2025
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-03
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)
Correction / follow-up note
The child care personnel who was hired on 10/30/2023 did not complete the 5-hr Early Literacy training within the year of employment. The provider will send to licensing the transcript showing completion of the training.
Correction status
Due by January 17, 2025
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-06
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
Report comments
The child care personnel started working in the industry on March of 2023.
Correction status
Due by May 29, 2024
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-06
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
The child care personnel started working in the industry on August 2023. As of today she has not completed the required SR trainings.
Correction status
Due by May 29, 2024
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-13
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Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I
Correction / follow-up note
The provider corrected the outlet cover at the time of inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-18
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
Childcare personnel did not complete required training within 90 days of employment.
Correction status
Due by May 19, 2023
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-03

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

Can you tell me about the current maintenance and safety checks performed on the center's vehicles?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in December 2025 noted an issue with a vehicle alarm. Asking about current maintenance processes helps families understand how the center ensures transportation equipment remains in proper working order.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the center ensure that all electrical outlets are properly covered and secured in areas accessible to children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from 2023 identified a concern regarding outlet covers. This question allows the provider to explain their current daily safety checks and how they maintain a secure environment for children.
Context
The provider corrected the outlet cover at the time of the 2023 inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your process for maintaining the playground surface to ensure it meets safety standards for fall zones?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from April 2026 mention a finding regarding playground surfacing. Asking about the current maintenance routine helps parents understand how the center keeps play areas in compliance with safety requirements.
Context
The provider initiated corrective action for the surfacing as of the April 2026 inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you track and verify that all staff members complete their required training and professional development on time?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show multiple findings across recent inspections regarding staff training documentation. This question provides an opportunity to learn about the administrative systems the center uses to ensure all personnel meet their training requirements.
Related violations
General question

What steps do you take to foster open communication with parents regarding daily routines and any changes in center policies?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Establishing clear communication channels helps parents stay informed about their child's care and the center's operational practices. Understanding how the provider shares information ensures families feel confident and connected to the daily life of the program.