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Risingstar Childcare And Dance

2612 Pioneer Rd, Orlando, FL 32808

License:
C09OR1439
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 12, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Night Care, Transportation, Weekend Care
Hours:
Mon-Sun: 12:00AM to 11:59PM
Capacity:
60
License expiration:
September 26, 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

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 26, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 26, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 14 available inspections for Risingstar Childcare And Dance from September 23, 2024 through May 26, 2026.

Eight inspections recorded violations, with 18 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 14, 2026 and involved transportation, with a due date of May 15, 2026.

That higher-concern topic showed up in five inspections.

A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.

At a glance

Total inspections
14

10 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
18

13 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
11

11 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
3

Last 36 months

Local comparison

14 total inspections vs 11 local median in 32808

Compared to 62 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.29
Local median
0.62

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
43%
Local median
11%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
57%
Local median
31%

Repeated topics

This provider
3
Local average
1.21

Repeated topics

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

Inspection history

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

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Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The facility's transportation log did not include [The location departure and destination and date next to signature]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2
Report comments
Transportation log is missing the location departure and destination and date next to signatures.
Correction status
Due by May 15, 2026
More details
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
Official code
05-04
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Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The vehicle had missing, broken or non-operable seat belts and/or safety restraints. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5
Report comments
Licensing specialist received an email from the director stating the seat belt has not been fixed yet but should be fixed during spring break.
Correction status
Due by April 13, 2026
More details
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Seat Belts/Child Restraints
Official code
08-04
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Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The vehicle had missing, broken or non-operable seat belts and/or safety restraints. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5
Inspector notes
Specialist observed the 2nd row to the left seatbelt nonfunctional. Director let the specialist know that she has an appointment on Monday to see if it can get replace. Specialist advised the director that no one should sit in that seat until the seatbelt has been replaced.
Correction status
Due by March 13, 2026
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Seat Belts/Child Restraints
Official code
08-04
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Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [6] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S.
Inspector notes
Ratio in the infants/ones classroom was out of compliance with one [1] teacher to six [6] children was observed. Another personnel entered the building and was instructed to go to the infants/ones classroom making the new ratio two [2] teacher to six [6] children.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
Inspector notes
Specialist observed the passenger side window with a crack in it. Director was advised to get his fixed.
Correction status
Due by March 2, 2026
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
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Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
Inspector notes
Specialist observed two employees who have not completed their 40 hour training. Training (including the exams) will need to be completed by 1/30/2026
Correction status
Due by January 30, 2026
More details
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
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Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The vehicle had missing, broken or non-operable seat belts and/or safety restraints. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5
Inspector notes
Specialist observed that the front row left side seatbelt was placed into the wrong slot and will need to be fixed. Specialist could not find the seatbelt for the 4th row seatbelt to the right corner could not be found and will also need to be replaced or fixed.
Correction status
Due by January 30, 2026
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Seat Belts/Child Restraints
Official code
08-04
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F
Inspector notes
Specialist observed the gate that leads to the parking lot has a gap larger than 3 inches causing the gate to be able to be pushed open.
Correction status
Due by January 30, 2026
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-06
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Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The facility's driver did not have [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed Driver missing valid physical.
Correction status
Due by September 30, 2025
More details
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
Official code
06-01
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
A vehicle(s) used to transport children did not have an annual inspection by a mechanic to ensure it was in proper working order. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, A
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed missing vehicle inspection.
Correction status
Due by September 30, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
Official code
07-03
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed non-working vehicle alarm.
Correction status
Due by September 30, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
Official code
07-06
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The vehicle had missing, broken or non-operable seat belts and/or safety restraints. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed missing seat belt and non-working seat belt in front row.
Correction status
Due by September 30, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Seat Belts/Child Restraints
Official code
08-04
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed large gap greater than 3 inches between gate and fence.
Correction status
Due by September 30, 2025
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-06
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Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have at least one child care personnel with current and valid pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification present during all hours of operation. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, A
Report comments
None of the child care personnel present have a CPR certification. The provider must email to licensing the certificates on or before the due date.
Correction status
Due by January 24, 2025
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
Official code
36-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facility did not have at least one child care personnel with current and valid certificate of course completion for first aid training present at all times that children are in care. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, A
Report comments
None of the child care personnel present have a first aid certification. The provider must email to licensing the certificates on or before the due date.
Correction status
Due by January 24, 2025
More details
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
Official code
37-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
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
Report comments
One out of 7 children's files reviewed did not have an immunization record on file. The provider must email to licensing the record on or before the due date.
Correction status
Due by February 10, 2025
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-01
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
Report comments
Two out of 7 children's files reviewed did not have a current immunization record on file. The provider must email to licensing the new records on or before the due date.
Correction status
Due by February 10, 2025
More details
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C
Report comments
Two children's files did not have a physical exam. The provider must email to licensing the records on or before the due date.
Correction status
Due by February 10, 2025
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-01

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

Could you walk me through the current process for maintaining transportation logs and ensuring all vehicle safety features are in good working order?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show recent findings regarding incomplete transportation logs and issues with vehicle seat belts. This question helps clarify the steps taken to ensure all documentation and safety equipment meet requirements.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded on 5/26/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the center ensure that outdoor play areas remain secure and that all gate mechanisms are functioning properly?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Official inspection reports have noted concerns regarding gaps in fencing or gates in the past. Asking about this helps parents understand the current maintenance routine for keeping play areas secure.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded on 5/26/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you monitor classroom ratios throughout the day to ensure they remain consistent with state guidelines?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from January 2026 noted a temporary ratio concern that was corrected at the time of the visit. This question helps parents understand how the center manages staffing levels to stay in compliance.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded on 5/26/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your process for ensuring that all staff members are up to date on their required training and certifications?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records indicate past instances where staff training or CPR certification documentation was missing. This question helps clarify how the facility tracks and maintains these requirements for all personnel.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded on 5/26/2026.
Related violations
General question

What is the center's approach to routine facility maintenance to ensure that equipment and building areas are always in good repair?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Inquiring about maintenance practices helps families understand how the provider proactively manages the environment to ensure a well-kept space for children.