Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.31
- Local median
- 0.09
Tender Care Child Center
805 N Robert Ave, Arcadia, FL 34266
- License:
- C12DE0018
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 54
- License expiration:
- September 21, 2026
Typical cost: $975 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$975/mo
Median daily rate: $45.00 (non-Gold Seal only)
Official Florida Division of Early Learning DeSoto County data.
Not this provider’s price.
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 inspectionMay 21, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 21, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 13 available inspections for Tender Care Child Center from January 5, 2023 through May 21, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with four recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on August 26, 2025 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of September 23, 2025.
Hazardous access was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
Three later inspections, from October 7, 2025 through May 21, 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
- 4
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
4 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
13 total inspections vs 5.5 local median in 34266
Compared to 16 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 8%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 15%
- Local median
- 9%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.06
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
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed Fire Extinguisher Not Serviced and with Expired tag ( expired 7/2025) (photo taken) . Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance to the Director: Fire Extingusher must be serviced yearly and re-tagged before expiration date. The fire extinguisher must be serviced and re-tagged by the due date for the facility to be in compliance. The Approved Fire Inspection was completed on 9/8/2024. The ladst fire drill was completed on 7/21/2025. Due to bad weather and storms, Licensing Specialist is unable to observe on-site fire drill today, but will observe fire drill at the next inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by September 23, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
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
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the hand sanitizer was found in reach of children. This was placed out of reach during the inspection
- 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: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Garbage containing food waste was not disposed of in a leak proof, nonabsorbent container with a tight fitting lid. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.8. Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection the food prep area didnot have a garbage can with a tight fitting lid. This will need to be replaced by the due date given.
- Correction status
- Due by February 6, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-11
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's menu was not [ did not have substitutions noted]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection the menu did not reflect what was served for lunch on this day. The director changed the menu during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
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
How does the center ensure that potentially hazardous items, such as cleaning supplies or hand sanitizer, are kept securely out of reach of children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an inspection report from 2023 that noted an instance where hand sanitizer was accessible to children. Asking about current storage practices helps parents understand how the facility maintains a secure environment for all children in their care.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you walk me through your process for tracking maintenance and inspection dates for safety equipment like fire extinguishers?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from August 2025 noted that a fire extinguisher was not serviced and retagged by its expiration date. This question allows the provider to explain how they now manage equipment maintenance schedules to ensure everything remains up to date.
- Context
- The issue was noted as requiring correction by a specific date in the 2025 report.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What are your current procedures for managing food waste in the kitchen area to ensure it is stored in appropriate, covered containers?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an earlier inspection indicate a finding regarding the use of proper, tight-fitting lids for food waste containers. Asking about this helps parents understand the facility's current standards for food preparation and hygiene.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you keep parents informed if there are any last-minute changes to the daily meal or snack menu?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An inspection report previously noted that the posted menu did not accurately reflect the food served that day. This question helps parents understand how the center maintains transparency and communication regarding daily routines.
Related violations
General question
What is your approach to staff training regarding daily supervision and classroom safety routines?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how staff are trained in supervision helps parents feel confident about the daily care and attention their children receive. This is a helpful way to learn about the center's commitment to maintaining a consistent and attentive environment.