Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.94
- Local median
- 0.72
My First Steps
6440 W Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32818
- License:
- C09OR0962
- 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, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 63
- License expiration:
- July 31, 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.
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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 inspectionJuly 1, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 14, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 16 available inspections for My First Steps from January 10, 2023 through July 1, 2026.
Five inspections recorded violations, with 15 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on July 1, 2026 and involved sleep safety.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 16
- Recorded violations
- 15
- Higher-concern violations
- 6
- Repeated topics
- 2
6 in last 12 months
13 in last 12 months
6 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
16 total inspections vs 13 local median in 32818
Compared to 25 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 13%
- Local median
- 18%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 31%
- Local median
- 32%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 1.48
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Health or food records
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
July 24, 2024March 18, 2025March 12, 2026July 1, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
July 14, 2025July 1, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [Three] child care personnel for [Nine, infant and one year old] children is required. A ratio of [Two] child care personnel for [Nine, Infant and one year old] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, it was noted that the facility was over ratio in the infant room. Nine children with two staff were observed. This was corrected with the children being separated in two classrooms placing the facility back into compliance at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- Child/ren were placed in a crib, playpen, play yard or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, it was noted by CCR that the facility had children placed in cribs with other sleeping items (receiving blankets and stuffed animal) observed with children present. These items were removed by childcare personnel at the time of the inspection. All personnel that care for infants must follow safe sleep practices as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) as referenced in Caring for Our Children Basics Health and Safety Foundations for Early Care and Education, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(v), F.A.C. Cribs or playpens/play yards used for infants must have tight fitted sheets and no excess bedding, which inclu ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
- Official code
- 20-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome, the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, it was noted that one employee did not have safe sleep practices and the use of fire extinguisher within 30 days of employment. Please see employee name in supplemental page of report.
- Correction status
- Due by August 7, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, it was noted that two children did not have current on file Florida certificate of immunization. Please see children name on supplemental page of inspection. Due to HIPPA forms will be shredded by the department after being reviewed.
- Correction status
- Due by August 7, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, it was observed by CCR that multiple areas in the facility were in need of cleaning. Classrooms were observed with dust on vents and walls. Classrooms were also observed with spider webs. Window blinds were observed to be in need of cleaning. The facility will be placed back into compliance with the cleaning of classroom vents walls and window blinds. All childcare facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, it was observed by CCR that the facility had paint and carpet adhesive which are hazardous materials accessible to children under a sink next to the childrens bathroom. The facility came back into compliance with moving the hazardous materials to another location that children do not have access to. All areas and surfaces accessible to children must be free from toxic substances, bio contaminants, and hazardous materials/equipment/tools, including power tools, plastic bags, matches, candles, lighters, etc. All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled an ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The sink and/or toilet was not maintained in good operating condition, clean and/or sanitized or disinfected. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, it was observed by CCR that the facilities bathroom was not maintained in a good condition. The bathroom was in need of cleaning. Stains were observed on the bathroom walls, sinks and floors. The facility will be placed back into compliance with the cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting of the bathroom. CCR will return to review the bathroom for compliance. Each toilet and sink must be maintained in good operating condition, cleaned and sanitized or disinfected as needed, but at least once per day. Sinks utilized for teeth brushing activities/procedures by the children must be sanitized prior to the activity occurring. Child care facility handbook page 27.
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-11
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, it was observed by CCR that the facility had multiple children that did not have current Florida Certificate of Immunization available. Children records were both expired or missing. Please see children names on confidential page of inspection. The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, it was observed by CCR that the facility had an employee who did not have on file for review a signed Child abuse and neglect reporting form. Please see employee name on confidential page of inspection report. CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before Child Care Facility hire date and annually thereafter by all childcare personnel. Childcare facility handbook page 61.
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, it was observed by CCR that the facility had multiple personnel that did not have a complete CF-FSP Form 513 on file. Please see personnel names on the confidential page to the inspection report. The facility will be placed back into compliance with the submission of completed forms to the department for review. Background screening documentation must be maintained for all childcare personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which includes household members if the facility is located in or adjacent to the home of the operator. Background screening documentation must be on-site and available for the licensing authority to review. A. Each p ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, it was observed by CCR that the facility had an employee that did not have on file a signed Childcare Attestation of Good Moral Character for review. Please see employee name on confidential page of inspection report. CF Form 1649A, Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(a), F.A.C., must be completed for all childcare personnel at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CF Form 1649A may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. Childcare facility handbook page 62.
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-06
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, it was observed by CCR that personnel at the facility failed to ensure the arrival times of all children were complete and accurate. At the time of the inspection all children present were not added to the attendance roster in two classrooms. This was corrected at the time of the inspection as the personnel added the children and ensured accurate attendance. Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded accurately by the childcare personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the program. Childcare facility handbook page 62. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-03
No recorded violations in this report
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
- The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential.
- Correction status
- Due by January 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-04
No recorded violations in this report
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- 1 students with expired immunizations.
- Correction status
- Due by April 18, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- 2 children with expired immunizations.
- Correction status
- Due by August 24, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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
Could you describe the current procedures in place to ensure that infant sleep environments remain free of extra items like blankets or stuffed animals?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a July 2026 inspection noted that items posing a potential risk were found in cribs. Asking about current practices helps parents understand how the facility maintains a safe sleeping environment for infants.
- Context
- The items were removed at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does your team monitor classroom staffing levels throughout the day to ensure that the required ratios are consistently maintained?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from July 2026 identified a moment where the infant room was over the required staff-to-child ratio. This question allows the director to explain the current system for tracking and adjusting staffing to stay within requirements.
- Context
- The facility was brought back into compliance at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that all children's immunization records are tracked and updated before they expire?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that keeping immunization records current has been a recurring topic in reports from 2024 through 2026. Asking about the current tracking process helps parents understand how the center manages these important health documents.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you verify that all new staff members complete their required safety training, such as safe sleep and fire extinguisher use, shortly after they are hired?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from 2025 and 2026 indicate that documentation for staff training and director credentials was missing during inspections. This question helps parents understand how the center ensures all personnel are properly trained and qualified.
Related violations
General question
What is your process for conducting daily walkthroughs to ensure that all areas of the facility remain clean and that any potentially hazardous items are stored securely?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular maintenance and secure storage are essential for a healthy environment. Understanding the daily routine for facility upkeep helps parents feel confident in the center's commitment to a tidy and secure space.