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South Orlando YMCA Head Start

810 W Oak Ridge Rd, Orlando, FL 32809

License:
C09OR0345
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 12, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
Head Start, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
60
License expiration:
October 20, 2026
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.

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 20, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 20, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 11 available inspections for South Orlando YMCA Head Start from February 9, 2023 through May 20, 2026.

Two inspections recorded violations, with two recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on October 17, 2025 and involved recordkeeping.

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

Two later inspections, from January 14, 2026 through May 20, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
11

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
2

1 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

11 total inspections vs 12 local median in 32809

Compared to 22 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.18
Local median
0.46

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
9%
Local median
8%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
18%
Local median
21%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.59

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

No repeated topics found

The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

View official report
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C
Report comments
Two employees missing CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Form.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-04
View official report
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The facility's driver did not have [ A valid Florida drivers license, An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive, Valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1
Correction / follow-up note
Per the provider the Transportation is provided through contract with outside entity. Upon arrival the provider was not able to provide licensing specialist with the following: valid Florida license, drivers physical, and drivers CPR/First aid.
Correction status
Due by March 2, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
Official code
06-01

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

How does the center verify that any contracted transportation providers maintain all necessary documentation, such as driver licenses and medical certifications?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in early 2025 indicated that documentation for a driver was not available at the time of the visit. Asking about this process helps clarify how the center ensures that all transportation personnel meet regulatory requirements.
Context
The center indicated that transportation is provided through a contract with an outside entity.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is the current process for ensuring that all staff members have their required annual reporting forms on file?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from late 2025 noted that some personnel records were missing required annual child abuse reporting forms. This question helps parents understand how the center keeps staff documentation up to date.
Context
This finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question

How do you handle communication with families regarding daily routines and any changes in classroom staffing?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Consistent communication helps families feel connected to their child's daily experience. Understanding how the center shares information about staff and schedules provides insight into their operational transparency.
General question

What training or background check requirements do you have for staff members beyond the state-mandated minimums?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Learning about the center's approach to staff development and vetting helps parents understand the quality of care provided. This information can offer peace of mind regarding the team responsible for the children.
General question

Could you describe how the center monitors classroom supervision to ensure children are always well-attended?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Supervision is a key aspect of a high-quality environment for children. Asking about these practices helps parents understand how the center maintains a secure and attentive atmosphere throughout the day.