Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.54
- Local median
- 1.69
Palmetto Youth Center
501 17th St W, Palmetto, FL 34221
- License:
- C12MA0144
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Drop In, Full Day, Half Day, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 345
- License expiration:
- October 5, 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 23, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsSeptember 29, 2025
Summary
This summary covers 13 available inspections for Palmetto Youth Center from January 25, 2023 through March 23, 2026.
Eight inspections recorded violations, with 20 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on March 23, 2026 and involved staff training, with a due date of April 23, 2026.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in three inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 13
- Recorded violations
- 20
- Higher-concern violations
- 9
- Repeated topics
- 3
4 in last 12 months
5 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
13 total inspections vs 10 local median in 34221
Compared to 25 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 38%
- Local median
- 30%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 62%
- 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.
Staff training
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
February 5, 2024September 30, 2024September 29, 2025December 15, 2025March 23, 2026Background screening
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
February 5, 2024September 30, 2024September 29, 2025Transportation
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
October 2, 2023September 30, 2024September 29, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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 previous inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 3 child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. During the time of the current reinspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the 3 child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements. The provider was given until 4/23/2026 to bring the standard back into compliance. School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Handbook Section 3.1 Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section, as applicable. All child care personnel must complet ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 23, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4 SACCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 28-12
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 time of the previous inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 3 child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. During the time of the current reinspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the 3 child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements. The provider has been given until 01/15/2026 to bring this standard back into compliance. School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Handbook Section 3.1 Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section, as applicable. All child care per ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 15, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4 SACCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 28-12
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's driver did not have [An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive, Valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures]. SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised that there are two drivers. Driver 1s license will expire on 2/1/2028. Driver 2's license will expire on 7/15/2033. During the time of the inspection, both drivers did not have an annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive, and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric CPR procedures. The provider has been given until 10/9/2025 to bring this standard back into compliance. SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 The driver of any vehicle used by a school-age child care program to provide transportation must have the following: A. A valid Florida drivers lic ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 9, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 and SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4 SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 and SACCF Handbook, (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 06-01
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 time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there are 8 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 8 of the 8 employee records. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 3 child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. The provider has been given until 10/29/2025 to bring this standard back into compliance. School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Handbook Section 3.1 Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework describ ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 29, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4 SACCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 28-12
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. SACCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. The provider has been given until 10/29/2025 to bring this standard back into compliance. SACCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within ten days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of the empl ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 29, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Background Screening Documents SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5 SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 38-09
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.7
- Inspector notes
- During the routine inspection on 02/05/2024, Licensing Specialist observed the Directors credential expired on 01/18/2024. Licensing Specialist gave the Director until 07/18/2024 to come into compliance with this standard. During the re-inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the Directors credential was expired as of 01/18/2024. Licensing Specialist advised the Director that they have until 01/05/2025 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided Technical Assistance; CCF Handbook Section 402.305(2)(g), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. Every applicant for a license to operate a child ca ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 29 - Credentialed Staff SACCF Handbook, Section 4.7
- Official code
- 29-01
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. SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- During the inspection, the director advised that currently there are three transportation vehicles. First vehicle is a 2016 Ford T-350 Transit (A78592) that was last inspected on 8/02/23 and is insured through Progressive Express Insurance Company with an effective date of 08/23/2024. The second vehicle is a 2016 Ford T-350 Transit (A11961) that was last inspected on 08/03/2023 and is insured through Progressive Insurance Company with an effective date of 08/23/2024. The third vehicle is a 2004 Ford Vision (F217608) that was last inspection on 08/08/2023 and is insured through Progressive Insurance Company with an effective date of 08/23/2024. During the time of the inspectio ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 07-03
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- During the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist was advised that the staff files were locked and were not available for review. Staff was advised they have until October 31st 2024 to come back into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Personnel Records A-F. Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority and must include: A. A complete employment application with the required statement pursuant to Section 402.3055(1)(b), F.S. B. Document ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 31, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 37 - Personnel Records SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4 SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 37-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.7
- Report comments
- The current director's (Director Credential) expired 1-18-24 4.7 Director Credential Section 402.305(2)(g), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. Every applicant for a license to operate a child care facility or a license for a change of ownership of a child care facility must document that the facility director has an active Director Credential prior to issuance of the license. An applicant for the Director Credential must meet the requirements referenced in CFFSP Form 5290, Florida Child Care and Education Program Director Credential and Renewal Application, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(k), F.A.C. CFChild Care Facility ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 18, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 29 - Credentialed Staff SACCF Handbook, Section 4.7
- Official code
- 29-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. SACCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K
- Report comments
- The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of when the individual has received a childcare eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of the employment termination. 5.1 Initial Screening A screening must be conducted as a condition of employment. The employer/owner/operator must review each employment application to assess the relevancy of any issue uncovered by the complete background screening, including any arrest, pending criminal charge, or convict ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 5, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Background Screening Documents SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5
- Official code
- 38-09
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log did not include [time off the vehicle or the driver's signature]. SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 6.2, number 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 5-4: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed that 6 transportation logs did not include either the time that the children got off the vehicle or the drivers signature. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, A log must be maintained for all children being transported in the vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the child care facility. The log must be retained on file at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority. The log must include: 1. Each childs name, 2. Date and time of departure, 3. Time of arrival at the destination, 4. The signature of the driver (or in ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 1, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5 SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5 (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 6 Transportation, Pages 17-19)
- Official code
- 05-04
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's driver did not have [An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 (Section 6.2, numbers 1 and 2) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 6-1: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed that driver 2s physical did not give authorization to operation a vehicle. Staff advised that driver 2 is scheduled to re-due is physical tomorrow 10/3/2023. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive, and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures.
- Correction status
- Due by October 16, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 and SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4 SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 and SACCF Handbook, (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 6 Transportation, Page 17-19)
- Official code
- 06-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 12-2: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed that the facility was not in good repair in that the girls bathroom, one of the sinks handles was broken off. In the boys bathroom one of the toilets was not operational, there are a number of missing floor tiles in the boys bathroom and the wooden sink floor cabinets is peeling away and potentially has water damage in the boys bathroom. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, All school-age program facilities must be clean, in good repair, and free from health and safety hazards and vermin. During the hours that the program is in operation, no portion of the building can be used f ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 1, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 2A10BC available in the food preparation area. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, C (Section 14.2, number 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 21-3: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed that the fire extinguishers in the Ford Transit (A11961) and the Ford Transit (78592) were not the minimum 2:A 10:BC classification, they were 1A 10: BC. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must properly installed, serviced, and maintained with current inspection tags at all times.
- Correction status
- Due by November 1, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 32-34)
- Official code
- 21-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain fire drill records for the months of operation for a minimum of 12 months from the date of the fire drill. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C (Section 14.3, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 21-9: During the inspection, Child Cre Regulation asked for the fire drill log and the provider provided the fire drill log for 10/2022 though 8/31/2023. The provider was unable to find the September 2023 fire drill log form, however the provider advised that a fire drill was conducted for September 2023. During the inspection, the provider started a new fire drill log and included the September 2023 fire drill. The last fire drill was conducted on 9/22/2023. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, A current attendance record and parent contact information must accompany child ca ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 32-34)
- Official code
- 21-09
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- A signed statement from the custodial parent(s) or legal guardian(s) attesting that the facility had provided the department's Know Your Child Care Facility brochure was not on file for the child(ren). SACCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.1.
- Inspector notes
- 36-3: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed all childrens files (33 files) did not have documentation that the custodial parents received a copy of the Know Your Child Care Facility Brochure. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, There must be signed statements from the custodial parents or legal guardian that the school-age child care program has provided them with the following information: The Departments child care facility brochure, CF/PI 175-24, Know Your Child Care Facility is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(m), F.A.C. This brochure may be obtained from the licensing authority or by going to the Departmen ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 1, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 36 - Enrollment Information SACCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s.
- Official code
- 36-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
- 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 [33 children's files did not have August and September 2023.]. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.4. (Section 19.2, number 9) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 36-6: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed 33 children files that did not have documentation that the custodial parents received a copy of the Influenza brochure between August and September 2023. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, There must be signed statements from the custodial parents or legal guardian that the school-age child care program has provided them with the following information: Annually, during the months of August and September, the child care facility must provide parents/guardians of children enrolled at the facility with information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 1, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 36 - Enrollment Information SACCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s.
- Official code
- 36-06
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 [33 children's files did not have September 2023]. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5
- Correction / follow-up note
- 36-10: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed 33 children files that did not have documentation that the custodial parents received a copy of the Distracted Driver brochure during the month of September 2023. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, There must be signed statements from the custodial parents or legal guardian that the school-age child care program has provided them with the following information: Annually, during the months of April and September, the child care facility must provide parents with information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child at the facility and instead le ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 1, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 36 - Enrollment Information SACCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s.
- Official code
- 36-10
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [there was no attendance roster with the children from 3 different groups]. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
- Inspector notes
- 39-7: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed that the classroom attendance roster was not completed for the 3 groups in that October 2023 has started and the staff advised that they did not have the October 2023 attendance roster. Child Care Regulation observed that there were not children signed into the groups. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, Attendance devices used for the purposes of tracking attendance may be used, but personnel must ensure accuracy of the documented attendance. Each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space. Attendance sheet/class roster ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 1, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 39 - Daily Attendance SACCF Handbook, Section 7.5 SACCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.3 Record Keeping/Attendance, Page 48)
- Official code
- 39-07
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Child guidance
- 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. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Five child care personnel files were missing an updated Child Abuse and Neglect Acknowledgement Form for the current year. This form must be reviewed and signed every year. TA provided regarding having staff sign the form at the beginning or end of the year all together to help remain compliant with this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by February 8, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 37 - Personnel Records SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4
- Official code
- 37-04
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
What steps does the center take to keep the employee roster in the state's background screening system updated?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection reports indicate that maintaining an accurate employee roster in the background screening clearinghouse has been a repeated topic of discussion. Asking about this process helps families understand how the center manages its personnel records and regulatory compliance.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you verify that all drivers have the necessary medical certifications and training before they transport children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection records show multiple instances where documentation for drivers, such as physical exams or training certificates, was missing or incomplete. This question allows the director to explain the current system for ensuring all transportation requirements are met.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for ensuring that all staff personnel records are kept current and readily available for review?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2024 noted that staff files were not available for review at the time of the visit. This question helps parents understand how the center organizes and maintains its administrative records.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you describe the current process for ensuring all staff members complete their required preservice training on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from recent inspections in 2025 and 2026 show that some staff members had not completed required preservice training within the expected timeframe. This question helps clarify how the center tracks staff training milestones to ensure everyone is fully prepared.
- Context
- The provider was given until 4/23/2026 to bring this standard into compliance.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you support staff in maintaining their professional credentials and training requirements?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available records indicate that the director's credential status was a topic in past inspections. This question provides insight into how the center prioritizes ongoing professional development and credentialing for its leadership and staff.
Related violations