Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.2
- Local median
- 1.82
Learning With Love
2712 47th Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34207
- License:
- C12MA0070
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 75
- License expiration:
- September 30, 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 inspectionMarch 12, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 12, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 10 available inspections for Learning With Love from January 18, 2023 through March 12, 2026.
Five inspections recorded violations, with 22 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on January 23, 2026 and involved attendance accountability.
That higher-concern topic showed up in two 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
- 10
- Recorded violations
- 22
- Higher-concern violations
- 4
- Repeated topics
- 4
4 in last 12 months
4 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
10 total inspections vs 11 local median in 34207
Compared to 10 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 30%
- Local median
- 30%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 52%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 4
- Local average
- 4.3
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Facility condition
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
January 23, 2024May 24, 2024January 23, 2026Attendance accountability
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
May 24, 2024January 23, 2026Recordkeeping
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
January 23, 2024May 24, 2024Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
May 24, 2024January 23, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. This standard has been brought back into compliance in that the Operator replaced the mats during the inspection. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D: Bedding and Linens: Each child in care must be provided safe and sanitary bedding to be used when napping or sleeping. Nap bedding is not required for school-age children; however, the program must provide an area for children that choose to rest. D . Floor mats must be at least one-inch thick and covered wit ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-06
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 2 childcare personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. The Operator has been given until 2/23/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1: Mandated Introductory
- Correction status
- Due by February 23, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for 4 child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. The Operator has been given until 2/23/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 Early Literacy Training: Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must comple ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 23, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- There were no daily attendance records or they were unavailable for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7, B.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that in the one classroom with 14 three, four, and five-year-olds there were no daily attendance records, or they were unavailable for review by the licensing authority for the date of 1/23/2026. This standard has been brought back into compliance in that the staff member in that classroom completed the attendance for that day during the inspection. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7, B.4: Record Keeping: B.4: Daily attendance of children records must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in the infant room an outlet did not have a safety cover on it. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.1 I.- General Health and Safety Requirements. I - All accessible electrical outlets must be tamper-resistant electrical outlets that contain internal shutter mechanisms to prevent children from sticking objects into receptacles. In settings that do not have tamper-resistant electrical outlets, outlets shall have safety covers.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
Higher concern: Supervision
- 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were no staff members that maintained skill demonstration for CPR. The director was given until October 16, 2024 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) B. By December 31, 2021, the facility shall maintain the following number of child care personnel with the CPR certification and first aid training that are on site at the facility at all times children are in care. For child care personnel to count to meet requirement in the below chart, they shall be child ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 16, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ Cotton balls or applicators, Tweezers, Bottled water]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were items missing from the First Aid kit. The items needed are highlighted below: The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection. During the inspection Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.2 First Aid Kit Minimum Requirements C. 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. S ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The toileting facility did not have: [ soap, paper towels or hand drying machines] , and within the reach of children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, H (Section 10.6, number 7) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed the supplies in the infant room, preschool restroom and kitchen handwashing sink were missing soap and paper towels. The director was able to add the supplies to all the areas bringing this back into compliance. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.7 H- Restrooms and Bath Facilities. H. Running water, soap, trash receptacles, toilet paper, and disposable towels or hand-drying machines that are properly installed and maintained must be available and within reach of children using the bathroom.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-14
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
- During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 6 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 6 of the 6 employee records. When the Licensing Specialist was reviewing the files the licensing counselor seen one personnel did not finish her 40-hour training. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Mandated Introductory Training Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representativ ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 24, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed that one staff member did not have the 5 hr. early literacy training competed. Be sure to have staff take the early literacy training by the due date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 4.2.2 Pursuant to Section 402.305(2) (e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry. Proof of completion ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 24, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed that one staff file was missing a signed CF-FSP 5337 form. Be sure to have staff member sign the form by due date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 7.4.c 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 hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel.
- Correction status
- Due by June 24, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed the daily attendance records did not have children in attendance marked in. The director was able to update the attendance roster at the time of inspection bringing this standard back into compliance. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.5. Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded accurately by the child care personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the program. Attendance devices used for the purposes of tracking attendance may be used, but personnel must ensure the accuracy of the documented attendance. Each classroom ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The toileting facility did not have: [ paper towels or hand drying machines] , and within the reach of children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, H Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed the children's restroom did not have paper towels. The director refilled the paper towels bringing this back into compliance. TA Running water, soap, trash receptacles, toilet paper, and disposable towels or hand drying machines that are properly installed and maintained must be available and within reach of children using the bathroom.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-14
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The written record of the emergency preparedness drills was incomplete and did not include the following [a drill in the month of December.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, A
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection a fire drill was conducted with licensing specialist present bringing this back in compliance. Licensing specialist photographed the incomplete log. TA: 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, and time taken for all individuals to evacuate the premises. Each fire drill record must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months from the date of the fire drill. The fire drills conducted must include, at a minimum: 1. One fire drill using an alternate evacuation route, 2. One fire drill during napping/sleeping times, and 3. One fire drill ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-16
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Exit areas were not clear in accordance with fire safety regulations. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.3 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, licensing specialist observed and photographed children were napping on mats in front of fire exits. Director moved the children off the mats in front of the exits. Be sure to plan for mats not to be placed in front of the emergency exits. TA The exits must be clearly marked, identifying the path to safety in case of an emergency, at all times during the operation of the child care facility. The exits must not be blocked at any time.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-22
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed and photographed children's sippy cups not labeled with first and last names. Staff added the first and last names to the sippy cups at the time of inspection. TA Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed that staff did not have annual exposure plan training. Director had all staff review and sign a current review of the exposure plan bringing this back into compliance. TA Written documentation that child care personnel have participated in the facilitys annual refresher education for the exposure plan and understand the proper procedures in the event there is exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids must be retained for 12 months and be available for licensing to review.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus annually during the months of August through September in that [no documentation was available to show brochures were distributed to families.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.4. Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection there was no documentation of the influenza brochure being disbursed to families. Director posted the brochure and licensing specialist photographed that the brochures were posted at time of inspection. Director had documentation for April distribution and at enrollment. TA Annually, during the months of August and September, the child care facility must provide parents/guardians of children enrolled in the facility with information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus. To assist providers, the Department developed a brochure, CF/PI 175-70, Influenza Virus, Guide to Parents, which is incorporated by reference in 65C ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-06
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [there was no documentation of the Septmber 2023.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5.
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, licensing specialist observed there were no documentation of September distribution of distracted driver brochure. The families are given the brochure at the time of enrollment and these are in the student files. The director posted the brochure for families to review on the parent information board next to the entrance. TA Annually, in the months of April and September, the child care facility must provide parents/guardians of the children enrolled in the facility with information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child at the facility and instead leave them in the adults vehicle upon arrival at the adults destinat ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-10
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Documentation of pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification was not on file for child care personnel. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.4, A
- Correction / follow-up note
- Per provider all personnel have valid pediatric CPR certification; however, licensing was only able to observe two records (HM and NC) with current valid pediatric CPR certification. Provider is to submit documentation of current and valid pediatric CPR certification for all individuals that have it within the program. Technical assistance was provided regarding the importance of maintaining appropriate documentation. Per the CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, A: One child care personnel with current and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and one child care personnel with current and valid certificate of course completion for pediatric cardiopulmonary ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Documentation of first aid training was not on file for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, A Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Per provider all personnel have valid first aid training; however, licensing was only able to observe two records (HM and NC) with current valid first aid training. Provider is to submit documentation of current and valid first aid training for all individuals that have it within the program. Technical assistance was provided regarding the importance of maintaining appropriate documentation. Per the CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, A: One child care personnel with current and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and one child care personnel with current and valid certificate of course completion for pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedu ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-07
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Counselor reviewed personnel records for updated information; there are 9 personnel members with records on site. During the inspection, two personnel (IG and HH) were observed to be without personnel records onsite. Both individual's stated they are employed at the owner's other location. During the inspection, the files were sent from the other location for review. Provider is to maintain these files for the duration of the individual's employment or time volunteering. Completed at time of inspection. Technical assistance was provided regarding the maintaining of personnel records within the program. Per the CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Personnel Records: Records must be maint ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-01
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 describe the current process for ensuring daily attendance records are accurately maintained and available for review?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in January 2026 show that daily attendance records were not available for review at that time. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center now ensures these records are kept up to date and accessible.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that all electrical outlets are properly covered and safe for children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from September 2024 noted an instance where an electrical outlet in the infant room lacked a safety cover. This question helps parents understand the center's current maintenance and safety check routines.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that staff members maintain current CPR certifications and that the required number of certified individuals are always on-site?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from September 2024 indicate a finding regarding the availability of staff with valid pediatric CPR certification. Asking this helps parents learn about the center's current staffing and training oversight practices.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the center's routine for ensuring that essential supplies like soap and paper towels are always stocked in all restrooms and handwashing areas?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show multiple instances between 2024 and 2026 where handwashing supplies were missing from restrooms or sinks. This question helps parents understand how the center manages daily facility maintenance and supply restocking.
- Context
- These issues were corrected at the time of the inspections.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center track and verify that all staff members complete their required training and professional development on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from several inspections between 2024 and 2026 show findings related to staff training documentation. This question allows the center to explain their current system for monitoring and verifying staff qualifications.
Related violations