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Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionMay 8, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJanuary 15, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 15 available inspections for Ladybird Academy of Lake Nona from January 26, 2023 through May 8, 2026.
Five inspections recorded violations, with eight recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on May 8, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of June 8, 2026.
Supervision 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
15
4 in last 12 months
Recorded violations
8
4 in last 12 months
Higher-concern violations
1
0 in last 12 months
Repeated topics
0
Last 36 months
Local comparison
15 total inspections vs 0 local median in 32832
Compared to 16 local facilities
Recorded violations per inspection
This provider
0.53
Local median
0.42
0.53This provider
0.42Local median
Inspections with higher-concern violations
This provider
7%
Local median
7%
7%This provider
7%Local median
Inspections with recorded violations
This provider
33%
Local median
25%
33%This provider
25%Local median
Repeated topics
This provider
0
Local average
0.06
0This provider
0.06Local average
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.
The facility's outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A
Inspector notes
Licensing specialist observed (in playground four) the faux grass area does not have support for children to walk on. From one side of the fence to the other end of the fence.
Correction status
Due by June 8, 2026
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The facilitys refrigerator and/or freezer does not have an appropriate thermometer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1
Inspector notes
Licensing specialist observed no thermometer in the infant room refrigerator. Thermometer has been placed in refrigerator, completed at time of inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-23
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not safe in that [cabinet was not secure] and pose a threat to the health, safety or well- being of the children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11
Inspector notes
Licensing specialist observed a cabinet that was not stable and secure and poses a threat to children.
Correction status
Due by June 8, 2026
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
Official code
31-04
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
Inspector notes
Licensing specialist observed one child with an expired immunization.
A child was left without child care personnel supervision inside or outside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location away from the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, B
Inspector notes
At time of inspection video footage witnessed a child was left without child care personnel supervision outside the facility in the play area for 11 minutes. Another child care personnel was informed about the child being left outside and went to bring the child back into their classroom, putting the provider back in compliance for this standard.
Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B
Inspector notes
Counselor observed one child did not have their immunization record on file.
Child care personnel failed to immediately contact emergency services and the child's custodial parents or legal guardians in the event of a serious illness, accident, injury or emergency to their child. CCF Handbook, Section 6.3, B & C and 2.5.3, E
Report comments
At time of the incident emergency services were not called. Technical assistance was provided to the director by advising her to always ask the parents if they want emergency services to be called when a serious injury occurs and to document it.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
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
Could you describe the current procedures in place to ensure all children are accounted for during outdoor play times?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from October 2023 noted an instance where a child was not supervised while outside. Asking about current procedures helps parents understand how the center maintains active supervision for all children.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the team conduct regular safety checks on classroom furniture and playground surfaces?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from May 2026 identified concerns regarding the stability of a cabinet and the condition of a playground surface. This question helps parents learn about the center's routine maintenance and safety inspection schedule.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the process for tracking and updating immunization records to ensure they remain current for every child?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from May 2026 noted an instance where a child's immunization form was expired. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the center manages administrative health requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you walk me through the steps staff take if a child experiences a minor or serious injury while in your care?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection report describe a past finding regarding communication during an incident. This question helps parents understand the center's current protocols for emergency notification and documentation.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all required safety equipment, such as refrigerator thermometers, is monitored and functional?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from May 2026 noted a missing thermometer in an infant room refrigerator. Asking about this helps parents understand how the center maintains compliance with daily health and safety equipment standards.