Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.69
- Local median
- 0.22
Starchild Academy Windermere
11815 Silverlake Park Dr, Windermere, FL 34786
- License:
- C09OR1345
- 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, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 378
- License expiration:
- January 25, 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 inspectionMay 22, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 22, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 13 available inspections for Starchild Academy Windermere from May 26, 2023 through May 22, 2026.
Seven inspections recorded violations, with nine recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on January 12, 2026 and involved transportation, with a due date of February 12, 2026.
That higher-concern topic showed up in two inspections.
Two later inspections, from February 9, 2026 through May 22, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 13
- Recorded violations
- 9
- Higher-concern violations
- 4
- Repeated topics
- 1
4 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
13 total inspections vs 10.5 local median in 34786
Compared to 16 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 23%
- Local median
- 4%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 54%
- Local median
- 17%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.31
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Transportation
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
May 14, 2024January 12, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log did not include [Signatures]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Specialist observed that during the month of October signature of the second sweep were not on the log. Director was advised to complete the full month of January and send that in for review to include all required signatures.
- Correction status
- Due by February 12, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-04
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- The group was on the floor forming a circle with the child care personnel, who was talking. The child was distracted and disrupting another child. The child care personnel squeezed the child's thigh to make her stop interrupting. The child looked at and touched her thigh on a gesture of pain. The child care personnel has been suspended.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Child Discipline
- Official code
- 11-03
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Playground has a large hole in the ground (back, left corner 2-3 playground.) According to the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) The hole appears as a hazard, posing a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. Director has advised Licensing Specialist that hole in ground will be remediated this week.
- Correction status
- Due by January 30, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of this inspection, Licensing observed the linen was stored in a manner that allowed them to come in contact with the floor and other children's linen. According to the DCF handbook Bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens. All bedding and linens must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized at least once a week, and before use by another child.
- Correction status
- Due by October 17, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-12
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
- Inspector notes
- At time of inspection, counselor observed the alarm not working.
- Correction status
- Due by June 14, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-06
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- A signed statement from the custodial parent(s) or legal guardian(s) attesting that the facility had provided their food and nutrition policies that included language on food safety and food allergens was not on file for the child(ren). CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.3.
- Report comments
- At time of inspection, counselor did not observe the Food/Nutrition Policy acknowledged by parents inside of the children files.
- Correction status
- Due by June 14, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-05
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
- At time of inspection, counselor observed expired background screening inside of the personnel files. Completed at time of inspection, personnel left during inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
No recorded violations in this report
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]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- Report comments
- See employee name in supplemental. The facility will be placed back into compliance with the submission of required training to the department for review.
- Correction status
- Due by October 26, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
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 19.4, number 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- completed at the time of the inspection. See employee names in supplemental.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
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 walk me through the current process for documenting transportation logs and ensuring all required signatures are captured?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an inspection report from January 2026 identified missing signatures on transportation logs. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the facility ensures these records are complete and accurate moving forward.
- Context
- The facility was advised to submit corrected logs for review following the January 2026 inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What training and support do staff receive regarding the center's policies on positive child guidance and classroom management?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from May 2025 noted a concern regarding staff compliance with disciplinary policies. This question allows the director to explain the training and expectations set for teachers to support children in a positive way.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center manage and track background screening renewals for all staff members?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from May 2024 indicate that a background screening renewal was not completed on time. Discussing the current tracking system provides insight into how the center maintains compliance with these important safety requirements.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your routine for inspecting playground equipment and the outdoor environment to ensure it remains safe and free of hazards?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in January 2025 noted a hazard in the outdoor play area. Asking about the current maintenance schedule helps parents understand how the facility proactively monitors the environment for children.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all linens and bedding are stored and maintained in a sanitary manner?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An inspection report from September 2024 identified a concern regarding the storage of linens. This question helps clarify the center's current practices for keeping bedding clean and sanitary for all children.
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