Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.18
- Local median
- 0.18
Living Word Academy
601 E Wetherbee Rd, Orlando, FL 32824
- License:
- C09OR0715
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:45PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 91
- License expiration:
- December 9, 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.
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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 inspectionMarch 12, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 12, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 11 available inspections for Living Word Academy from February 28, 2023 through March 12, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with two recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on June 27, 2023 and involved recordkeeping.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
Eight later inspections, from October 31, 2023 through March 12, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 11
- Recorded violations
- 2
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
11 total inspections vs 0 local median in 32824
Compared to 16 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 9%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 18%
- Local median
- 18%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.25
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.
No recorded violations in this report
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Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [The brochure was not distributed during the month of April.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5.
- Report comments
- The facility did not distribute the brochure in the month of April. Completed at time of inspection as technical assistance was provided regarding the specific timeframes the brochures need to be distributed.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-10
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ every five years after the initial screening.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 (Section 19.5, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed "other personnel: kitchen manager" did not get rescreened after five years of initial screening.
- Correction status
- Due by March 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
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
Could you walk me through how you track and manage staff background screening renewals to ensure everyone is up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an inspection from February 2023 noted that a staff member's background screening was not updated within the required five-year timeframe. This question helps clarify the current administrative process for monitoring these essential staff requirements.
- Context
- The issue was corrected following the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that parents receive the required information regarding child safety and distracted driving prevention at the designated times each year?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from June 2023 indicated that documentation was missing regarding the distribution of safety brochures to families. Asking about this helps confirm that the center has a reliable system in place for sharing these important safety materials.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question
What is your process for communicating with families about updates to center policies or new safety information?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Establishing clear communication channels helps parents stay informed about center routines and safety practices. This question helps families understand how the provider keeps them connected to important information throughout the year.
General question
How do you support staff members in staying current with their professional training and certification requirements?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Ongoing professional development is a key part of maintaining a high-quality environment for children. This question provides insight into how the center prioritizes staff readiness and compliance with regulatory standards.
General question
Can you describe how you manage daily recordkeeping to ensure that all required documentation for children and staff is organized and accessible?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Maintaining accurate records is essential for the smooth operation of a childcare facility. This question helps parents understand the center's commitment to administrative organization and regulatory compliance.