Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.08
- Local median
- 1.32
The Center Of Anna Maria Island Inc
407 Magnolia Ave, Anna Maria, FL 34216
- License:
- C12MA0172
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- After School, Before School, Full Day, Half Day, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 3:00PM to 6:00PM; 6:30AM to 8:00AM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 225
- License expiration:
- October 14, 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 inspectionJanuary 7, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJanuary 7, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 12 available inspections for The Center Of Anna Maria Island Inc from February 1, 2023 through January 7, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with 13 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on November 19, 2025 and involved transportation, with a due date of December 19, 2025.
That higher-concern topic showed up in two inspections.
Two later inspections, from December 22, 2025 through January 7, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 12
- Recorded violations
- 13
- Higher-concern violations
- 7
- Repeated topics
- 2
4 in last 12 months
11 in last 12 months
7 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
12 total inspections vs 9.5 local median in Manatee County
Compared to 130 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 17%
- Local median
- 23%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 46%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 2.22
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.
October 2, 2023September 3, 2025Transportation
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
September 3, 2025November 19, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
- Inspector notes
- 7-6: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 2 vehicle alarm buttons in the 2024 Ford (B52554) and 2024 Ford (B41413) were not located in the back of the vehicle in that the buttons were located by the side entry door. During the reinspection, the director advised that they did not move the vehicle alarm. The director advised that they are having a hard time finding a mechanic that will move the button. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 F. By January 1, 2022 all vehicles used by child care facilities to transport children must be equipped with a reliable alarm system approv ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 19, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
- Official code
- 07-06
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The drivers personnel record did not include [Valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures]. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F
- Inspector notes
- The director advised that there are 2 drivers. Driver 1s license will expire on 12/30/2028, the physical was conducted on 8/25/2025, the CPR and First Aid certificate is valid until 12/31/2026 and the driver has completed the transportation training. Driver 2s license will expire on 10/6/2027, physical was conducted on 8/4/2025, the CPR certificate is valid until 4/30/2026 and the driver as completed transportation safety training. 6-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that driver 2 did not have documentation that the first aid training was completed. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 3, 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
- Official code
- 06-02
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the director advised that currently there are two transportation vehicles. The first vehicle is a 2024 Ford (B52554) that was last inspected on 8/4/2025 and is insured through Philadelphia Indemnity Insurance with an effective date of 2/11/2025. The second vehicle is a 2024 Ford (B41413) that was last inspected on 8/4/2025 and is insured through Philadelphia Indemnity Insurance with an effective date of 2/11/2025. 7-6: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 2 vehicle alarm buttons in the 2024 Ford (B52554) and 2024 Ford (B41413) were not located in the back of the vehicle in that the buttons were located by the side entry door. Du ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
- Official code
- 07-06
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1, H
- Inspector notes
- 12-18: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a number of outlets did not have covers, in that there was 9 outlets that need covers in the second floor room, 3 outlets that need covers in the Gym and 1 outlet that needed a cover in the dining area. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1, H 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
- Due by September 17, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1
- Official code
- 12-18
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A
- Inspector notes
- 17-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was 8 screws sticking out of the wall on the playground and a part of the chain link fence had the wire of the fence sticking out at the bottom. The wire pieces were sharp. Licensing Specialist observed that there was an unraveled hose on the ground on the playground. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, SACCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards. The outdoor play area must be designed to allow personnel to clearly see children while playing on all equipment.
- Correction status
- Due by September 17, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing SACCF Handbook, Section 3.5
- Official code
- 17-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [see below]. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B, D, F, G
- Inspector notes
- 27-3: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the platform on the climber was not in good repair, in that when pressure was applied the platform moved/it was soft to the touch. Licensing Specialist observed that the top layer of rubber was peeling away, exposing the metal underneath. Licensing Specialist observed that the metal is beginning to corrode and rust. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, SACCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B, D, F, G All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 17, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 27 - Outdoor Equipment SACCF Handbook, Section 3.12
- Official code
- 27-03
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The facility did not have at least one child care personnel with current and valid certificate of course completion for first aid training present at all times that children are in care. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2, A
- Inspector notes
- 32-1: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the one child care personnel in the classroom with 3 school ages, did not have documentation of having completed First Aid training. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2, A Each school-age child care program must have at least one child care personnel with a current and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures. By June 12, 2021, at all times in each classroom/room/designated space, or outdoor area occupied by children, at least one of the child care personnel ass ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 17, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - First Aid Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 6.2
- Official code
- 32-01
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
- During the time of the inspection, the Owner/Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 22 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 22 of the 22 childrens records. 36-3: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 22 childrens files did not have documentation that the parents received a copy of the Know your child care Facility Brochure. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, SACCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.1. There must be signed statements from the custodial parents or legal guardian that the school-age child care program has provided them with the fo ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 36 - Enrollment Information SACCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s.
- Official code
- 36-03
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The child care personnel record did not include a signed statement regarding any work in a center that had been subject to negative licensing action or the subject of disciplinary action while employed. s.402.3055(1)(b), F.S. and Section 7.4, A
- Inspector notes
- 37-3: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 5 employees that did not have documentation on file that the Employment Attestation form was completed. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, s.402.3055(1)(b), F.S. and Section 7.4, A 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) The child care facility employer shall require that the application for a child care ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 37 - Personnel Records SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4
- Official code
- 37-03
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. SACCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist reviewed the background Screening Clearinghouse Roster. Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: The Background Screening Clearinghouse will generate e-mails and send you, the provider, a reminder at 60, 30, and 21 days prior to the retention date expiration. Please note, you will only receive that notification for the staff that are on your facility/home roster. Please keep your roster current in the Clearinghouse to avoid confusion on expiration dates, or unwanted notifications. 38-4: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 2 employee files did not have documentation that the 5 year employment history wa ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Background Screening Documents SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5
- Official code
- 38-04
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- 38-9: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the Background Screening Roster was not accurate, in that there were 39 employees on that roster without an end date. Staff advised that the 39 employees no longer work at the facility. Staff updated the Background Screening Roster by providing end dates for the 39 employees. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School Age 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 chi ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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. SACCF Handbook, Section 6
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection facility did not have exposure plan. Be sure to complete exposure plan training by due date. 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
- Due by March 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 30 - Communicable Disease Control SACCF Handbook, Section 6.1
- Official code
- 30-12
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ Digital thermometer, Tweezers]. SACCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, licensing counselor observed incomplete first aid kits when reviewing the two vehicle and facility first aid kit. Though thermometers were in the kits the batteries are not working. TA was given on the exact list of first aid kit contents. Be sure to add working thermometers into all kits by due date.
- Correction status
- Due by November 2, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - First Aid Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 6.2
- Official code
- 32-06
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 tell me about the current status of your vehicle alarm systems and how you ensure they are fully operational for daily transportation?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a November 2025 inspection report indicate that vehicle alarm systems were not in working condition at that time. Asking about this helps parents understand the current maintenance practices for transportation safety.
- Context
- The correction status for this item was listed as due by date.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for keeping the background screening roster accurate and up-to-date for all staff members?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from September 2025 noted that the background screening roster required updates to reflect current personnel. This question helps parents understand how the center manages staff documentation and regulatory compliance.
- Context
- This item was marked as corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to ensure that all electrical outlets are properly covered and safe for children in all areas of the facility?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a September 2025 inspection identified several electrical outlets that needed covers. Asking about this helps parents understand how the facility maintains a secure environment for children.
- Context
- The correction status for this item was listed as due by date.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that there is always a staff member with current first aid and CPR certification present in every classroom and during transportation?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An inspection report from September 2025 noted that documentation for first aid training was missing for a staff member in a classroom. This question helps parents understand how the center verifies and maintains staff training requirements.
- Context
- The correction status for this item was listed as due by date.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you monitor the playground to ensure that equipment remains in good repair and that the area stays free of potential hazards?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show multiple instances where outdoor play areas or equipment were noted for maintenance needs, such as protruding hardware or worn surfaces. This helps parents understand the center's ongoing safety and maintenance routine.
Related violations