Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.3
- Local median
- 1.69
Step Up Suncoast Rise and Shine Early Learning - Palmetto
1315 2nd Ave W, Palmetto, FL 34221
- License:
- C12MA0090
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Head Start, School Readiness, VPK, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 151
- 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 inspectionJune 1, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJanuary 8, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 10 available inspections for Step Up Suncoast Rise and Shine Early Learning - Palmetto from January 20, 2023 through June 1, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with 13 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 1, 2026 and involved hazardous access, with a due date of June 11, 2026.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 10
- Recorded violations
- 13
- Higher-concern violations
- 3
- Repeated topics
- 4
4 in last 12 months
9 in last 12 months
3 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
- 20%
- Local median
- 30%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 40%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 4
- 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.
Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
January 25, 2024June 1, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
January 25, 2024June 1, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
January 25, 2024June 1, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
September 23, 2024June 1, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed an area of the facility was observed to not be in good repair in that in classroom 203 the paint was chipping at the bottom of the door that leads to classroom 204. The Operator has been given until 7/1/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, C CF Handbook, Section 3.1 A: General Health and Safety Requirements A. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 1, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children in that on the VPK playground on the large jungle gym, there was a hinge on a pole to the left of a blue tunnel that is broken. This pole holds up the blue tunnel and was located on the far left of the jungle gym when facing the jungle gym. The Operator has been given until 7/1/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A: The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nail ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 1, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play space was not enclosed with fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the facilitys outdoor play area on the Young (6 months to Two-year-olds) space was not enclosed with fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. This area is the fence that leads to a trash receptacle and street. Three areas of the fence measure 3 feet 10 inches in height. The fence was damaged in two places in that on both ends, the top bar was not properly connected, the fence that is located on the left side of the gate entrance. On the left side of this area of the fence, the top bar was leaning forward. On the right side, the piece that connects to the fence was broken off and hanging. The Operator has been giv ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 11, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-05
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area in that on the VPK playground, the fence to the left of the exit gate had two areas that measured 9 inches wide by 5 inches high, and 8 inches wide by 5 inches high. The Operator has been given until 6/11/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F: Outdoor Play Area F. The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 11, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
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 [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the facility did not have documented proof that 3 child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in the use of fire extinguishers. The Operator has been given until 6/1/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.5 Fire Extinguisher Training: All child care personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. The facility must maintain documentation that all child care personnel hav ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 1, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 3 childcare personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. The Operator has been given until 6/1/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Handbook: Section 3.1: Preservice: Childcare personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section, as applicable. All childcare personnel must compl ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 1, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. The Operator has been given until 6/1/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6: Health Requirements: There are three common modes of transmission for the spread of microorganisms in child care settings: contact, droplet, and airborne. Many common infections encountered in the child care setting are transmitted by direct or indirect contact. Child care facilities shall ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 1, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [one] child care personnel for [four infant] children is required. A ratio of [one] child care personnel for [six infant] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- First ratio: 8:40 am 201- 1:6 infants-twos 202 - 2:17 threes and fours 203- 2:12 threes and fours 204- 2:7 ones and twos 205- 2:6 infants-twos 206- 2:7 infants-twos 207- 1:10 threes and fours 208- 2:17 fours 209- 2:8 infants-twos 1 additional childcare personnel 3 other personnel 1 director Second Ratio 8:42 am 201- 2:6 infants-twos 0 additional childcare personnel During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed, in room 201, A ratio of one child care personnel for six infant children when a ratio of one child care personnel for four infant children is required. This standard was brought back into compliance during the time of the inspection when an addit ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
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
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed two medications with a "discard by" date of 3/9/2025. This standard was brought back into compliance during the time of the inspection when a personnel member removed the medication from the classroom and returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, 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
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
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there 26 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 26 of the 26 employee records. REMINDER : In-service training for 2024/2025 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2025. Counselor reviewed 10 hours of annual in-service, completed, for all child care personnel for the 2023/2024 fiscal year. When the Licensing Counselor was reviewing the files the Licensing Specialist observed 1 personnel did not finish her 5 hours Early Literacy training. The operator was given until October 23, 2024, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play space was not enclosed with fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, licensing specialist observed the fencing off the back kitchen wall was not 4 feet. Be sure to have all fencing walls at a minimum of 4 feet around the entire area by due date. TA The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level and be free from erosion or buildup to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals.
- Correction status
- Due by February 25, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-05
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 time of inspection, licensing specialist observed the boys restroom did not have paper towels available. The staff refilled the paper towel dispenser bringing this standard back into compliance at time of inspection. 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: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facilitys refrigerator and/or freezer does not have an appropriate thermometer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection the refrigerator in one classroom did not have a thermometer. Staff stated that this was a new refrigerator and the old thermometer was most likely not switched. The kitchen did have an extra thermometer and it was placed in the new refrigerator bringing this back into compliance at the time of inspection. TA An accurate thermometer designed to measure cold storage temperature must be placed inside each refrigeration and freezer unit. Thermometers in refrigerators must show a reading of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below, and thermometers in freezers must show a reading of 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below. The thermometer must be located in the center of th ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-23
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 steps taken to ensure that all outdoor play areas are fully enclosed and secure for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a June 2026 inspection indicate that gaps were observed in the fencing around the outdoor play area. This question helps parents understand how the facility monitors and maintains the integrity of its perimeter to keep children secure.
- Context
- Correction due date is 6/11/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center manage and track the expiration dates of medications kept on-site for children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from September 2025 show that expired medication was found on the premises. This question helps parents understand the center's current protocols for medication storage and regular inventory checks.
- Context
- Corrected at the time of inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What measures are in place to ensure that staff-to-child ratios are consistently maintained throughout the day, especially during transitions?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from September 2025 indicate a finding regarding staff-to-child ratios. Asking this helps parents understand how the center monitors staffing levels to ensure appropriate supervision.
- Context
- Corrected at the time of inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the current process for verifying that all new staff members complete their required training before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from June 2026 noted that some personnel had not completed required preservice training. This question allows parents to learn about the center's current staff onboarding and training verification procedures.
- Context
- Correction due date is 7/1/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How often is the facility's outdoor equipment inspected to ensure it remains in good repair and free of potential hazards?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show multiple findings related to equipment and outdoor play area maintenance occurring between 2024 and 2026. This question helps parents understand the center's routine maintenance schedule and safety checks.
Related violations