Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2
- Local median
- 1.69
Learning Is Fun Early Education & Child Care Center Inc
1525 10th St W, Palmetto, FL 34221
- License:
- C12MA0065
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, Food Served, Full Day, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 75
- License expiration:
- November 20, 2026
Typical cost: $1,170 - $1,575 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,170 - $1,575/mo
Median daily rate: $54.00 - $72.70
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Manatee County data.
Not this provider’s price.
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 inspectionNovember 17, 2025
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsNovember 4, 2024
Summary
This summary covers 10 available inspections for Learning Is Fun Early Education & Child Care Center Inc from March 6, 2023 through November 17, 2025.
Five inspections recorded violations, with 20 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on November 17, 2025 and involved hazardous access.
That higher-concern topic showed up in two inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 10
- Recorded violations
- 20
- Higher-concern violations
- 7
- Repeated topics
- 3
2 in last 12 months
6 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
10 total inspections vs 10 local median in 34221
Compared to 25 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 30%
- Local median
- 30%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 3
- Local average
- 2.56
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
November 1, 2024November 17, 2025Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
June 13, 2024July 21, 2025Recordkeeping
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
July 21, 2025November 17, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- November 17, 2025, the Government Operations Consultant 1 observed an outlet cover missing in the second classroom. Technical assistance was provided to the Owner, the Owner corrected at the time of inspection and placed an outlet cover in the outlet.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility failed to post the room capacity in each room. CCF Handbook, Section 3.4.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- November 17, 2025, the Government Operations Consultant 1 observed there was no "Capacity Sign" posted in either classroom. Technical assistance was provided to the Owner and this was corrected at the time of inspection. The Government Operations Consultant 1 observed the Owner post Capacity Signs for each classroom.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
- Official code
- 15-05
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The written record of the fire drills was incomplete and did not include the following:[the signature on the last fire drill.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- November 17, 2025, the Government Operations Consultant 1 observed the written record for the lockdown drill was not complete in that the signature was not present on the last drill which was recorded to be June 11, 2025. Technical assistance was provided to the Owner and at the time of inspection was corrected by the Owner.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-08
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain written documentation for the number of hours a volunteer worked. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- November 17, 2025, the Government Consultant 1 observed two personnel files for two volunteers that have no documentation of the hours worked. Technical assistance was provided to the Owner. The Owner corrected this at the time of the inspection with documentation of hours worked placed into the personnel files.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-06
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
- During the time of the inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 25 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 25 of the 25 childrens records. The Licensing Specialist observed three children's files which had expired immunization forms. The director was given until 8/21/2025 , to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 F Immunization Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Imm ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 21, 2025
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
- During the time of inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there 5 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 5 of the 5 employee records. When the Licensing Specialist was reviewing the files the Licensing Specialist observed 3 personnel that had an expired Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements Form. The Operator was given until 8/21/2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 C Personnel Records C. CF- FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 21, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The last fire drill was conducted on 11/1/2024 with Licensing Specialist. The fire extinguisher certification(s) are valid until 08/2025. The annual fire inspection was conducted on 10/30/2024. During the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the annual fire inspection was conducted on 10/30/24 but was not approved. The director was given until 11/15/24 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook 3.8.2 Fire Safety Unless statutorily exempted, all childcare facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 Training [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Owner advised the Licensing Specialist that there are 7 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 7 of the 7 employee records. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 staff member who did not complete the required 10 hours of in-service training. The director was given until 12/1/2024 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 A-D Annual In-Service
- Correction status
- Due by December 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Food served at the facility was not free from spoilage and contamination, and was not safe for eating as evidenced by [old snacks mixed with new snacks not labeled properly]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, D Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed and photographed old snacks mixed with new snacks with snacks in incorrect packaging. Licensing specialist informed the owner that the snacks needed to be discarded as they were not labeled with the date of opening. However, the owner refused to throw away the opened mixed snacks food. Be sure to complete by due date. TA:Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 32 If a facility chooses to provide food to children directly or by contract with an outside source, such as a caterer, the food must be handled in a sanitary manner at all times. The facility must have adequate equipment available to maintain food safety.
- Correction status
- Due by June 28, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Hand hygiene procedures, including situations or times, were not posted in food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1, D
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed and photographed a missing handwashing sign stating when and how to wash hands in four- to five-year-old restroom. TA:Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 37 D. Situations or times that children, child care personnel, and/or volunteers must perform hand hygiene must be posted in all food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-16
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ Bottled water]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed that the water bottles were missing from the first aid kits on the bus and inside the facility. Be sure to complete by due date. TA: Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 55 Each kit must be kept in a closed container and labeled First Aid and must, at a minimum, include: 1. Soap and hand sanitizer (to be used with supervision if hands are not visibly soiled and if no water is present), 2. Adhesive bandages, 3. Disposable, non-porous gloves, 4. Cotton balls or applicators, 5. Sterile gauze pads or rolls, 6. Adhesive tape, 7. Digital thermometer, 8. Tweezers, 9. Pre-moistened wipes, 10. Scissors, 11. Bottled water (for clea ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-06
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Medication which had expired or is no longer being administered was not discarded or returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed and photographed three expired (children ibuprofen) stored in the kitchen cabinet next to the first aid kit without their original containers. The owner stated that the ibuprofen belonged to her children. The Ibuprofen was discarded during the inspection. TA: Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 56 H. Medication that has expired or that is no longer being dispensed must be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-17
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of an annual vehicle inspection for a vehicle used to transport children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, A General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- 7-4: Staff advised that the facility only transports School Age children enrolled during Spring Break, Summer Break and Winter Break. During the inspection, the director advised that currently there is one transportation vehicle, a 2013 Ford Ecolonline (00384) that is insured through Philadelphia Indemnity with an effective date of 4/20/2022. The director advised that they could not find their current vehicle inspection, however they advised that it was completed in May 2022 and will be due for a new vehicle inspection in May 2023. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, All vehicles regularly used to transport children must be inspected an ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 5, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-04
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
- Inspector notes
- 7-6: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed that the vehicle had a vehicle alarm installed, however the vehicle alarm was not audible 500 ft away. Child Care Regulation measured the distance at the request of the provider and could not hear the vehicle alarm between 350 ft and 400 ft. The owner advised that the vehicle alarm was approved during the routine inspection conducted on 6/16/2022. The owner advised that they purchased the vehicle alarm from the approved manufactured list on the Departments website and had a mechanic install the alarm accurately. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, F. By January 1, 2022 all vehic ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 5, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the provider advised that there are two dogs on the premises. Both of which are current on their vaccinations, one of which is current until 2/9/2024, and the other is current until 7/19/2023. 12-3: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed the owners 2 dogs were on the playground, no children were present. While the dogs were on the playground, Child Care Regulation observed 1 of the dogs peeing on the ground cover (hay) and on some of the childrens equipment (small, plastic picnic bench). During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 5, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-03
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 13-3: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed Chemicals accessible to the children in care in the VPK/Sharks room, in that there was a container of Hand Sanitizing wipes on the counter at a height where the children could reach. Staff removed the hand sanitizing wipes. On the playground there was a large, unlocked shed. Child Care Regulation entered the shed and observed Home Defense Insect Killer, and Castrol oil. Staff locked the shed. Child Care Regulation opened a plastic storage chest on the playground and observed bug remover washer fluid, premium recycled latex paint and Valvoline oil. Staff added a lock to the plastic storage chest. This is being marked ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-03
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Knives and/or sharp tools were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 13-4: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed a large, unlocked shed on the playground. Child Care Regulation entered the shed and observed sharp branch cutters, a trowel, a shovel, a sharp hoe, and a garden rotary cultivator with sharp blades. During the inspection, staff locked the shed. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, and o ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-04
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Narcotics, alcohol, or impairing drugs/paraphernalia were present on the premises or in vehicles used by the child care facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, D
- Correction / follow-up note
- 13-6: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed alcohol on the premises and accessible to the children in care. Child Care Regulation observed an open bottle of alcohol (Connells caramel country cream 13.9% alc. By vol) on the bottom shelf in the refrigerator door in the VPK/Shark classroom. There were children in the classroom and the refrigerator was not locked. Staff advised that they did not know that the alcohol was in the refrigerator. The alcohol was thrown out. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, Narcotics, alcohol, or other impairing drugs/paraphernalia m ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-06
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The written record of the fire drills was incomplete and did not include the following:[The provider did not maintain the fire drill log in that the February 2023 fire inspection was not documented on the fire drill log]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- 23-8: The fire extinguisher certification(s) are valid until 7/2023. The annual fire inspection was conducted on 8/25/2022. The owner advised that the facility conducted a fire drill in February 2023, however it was not documented on the fire drill log. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, A current attendance record and parent contact information must accompany child care personnel out of the building during a drill or actual evacuation and be used to account for all children. The operator must maintain a written record of the fire drills showing the date, number of children and child care personnel in attendance, evacuation route used, ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 5, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-08
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Inspector notes
- 33-3: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed 2 child care personnel that did not start the DCF 40 hours of introductory training within 90 days of their child care industry start date. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 5, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
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 explain the current process for monitoring the facility's physical environment to ensure all safety features, like outlet covers, are properly maintained?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a November 2025 inspection show a finding regarding a missing electrical outlet cover, which was corrected at the time of the visit.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that all emergency preparedness documentation, such as drill records, is complete and signed?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show repeated concerns regarding emergency preparedness documentation, including incomplete fire drill records and issues with annual fire safety inspections.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage the tracking of child health records to ensure that all immunization forms remain current and up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from July 2025 noted expired immunization forms, and public records indicate previous concerns regarding food handling and storage.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for maintaining personnel and volunteer files to ensure all required documentation, such as training records and hours worked, is accurate?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show multiple instances where personnel or volunteer records were found to be missing required documentation or signatures.
Related violations
General question
What is your approach to communicating with parents about daily routines, such as how meals are handled or how medication is administered?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a center handles daily health and safety routines helps families feel confident in the care provided to their children.