Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.58
- Local median
- 1.22
Kidzone Preschool Inc
116 27th Ave E, Bradenton, FL 34208
- License:
- C12MA0184
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Thu: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 32
- License expiration:
- January 3, 2027
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 28, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJanuary 28, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 12 available inspections for Kidzone Preschool Inc from December 19, 2023 through January 28, 2026.
Seven inspections recorded violations, with 19 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on December 19, 2025 and involved background screening, with a due date of January 20, 2026.
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
- 12
- Recorded violations
- 19
- Higher-concern violations
- 11
- Repeated topics
- 4
5 in last 12 months
4 in last 12 months
4 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
12 total inspections vs 9 local median in 34208
Compared to 16 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 32%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 58%
- Local median
- 45%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 4
- Local average
- 1.75
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 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
March 21, 2024August 28, 2024December 2, 2024Facility condition
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
March 21, 2024August 28, 2024Transportation
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
December 19, 2023December 2, 2024September 3, 2025Supervision
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
August 28, 2024September 3, 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: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all childcare personnel in the Clearinghouse. The counselor observed 4 staff records were not current. The Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance advising the employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 5 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 5 days of the employment termination.
- Correction status
- Due by January 20, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log did not include [Signatures for each vehicle sweep and check marks for each child exit.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the transportation logs that were reviewed were not filled out properly in that a check mark for each time child left the vehicle was not marked, and signature for each vehicle check was not completed on the dates of 9/2/25, 8/22/25 and 8/28/25. The Operator was given until 10/3/25 , to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 2.5.2 Transportation Log A. A log must be maintained for all children being transported in a vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the childcare facility. The log must be retai ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-04
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that there was only one staff member that maintained skill demonstration for CPR. The Operator was given until 9/13/2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the 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 childcare personnel with the CPR certification and first aid training that are on site at the facility at all times children are in care. For childcare personnel to count to meet requirement in the below chart, they shall be ch ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-03
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The facility did not have an adequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in first aid to maintain coverage both on- site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that there was only one staff member that maintained skill demonstration for first aid. The Operator was given until 9/13/2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the 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 childcare personnel with the CPR certification and first aid training that are on site at the facility at all times children are in care. For childcare personnel to count to meet requirement in the below chart, they shall ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-02
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log did not include [the second signature]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the transportation log was missing the 10 second childcare personnel signatures in the month of November for the following dates: 11/4/24 in the PM, 11/8/24 both AM/PM, 11/14/24 in the AM, 11/15/24 in the PM, 11/19/24 in the PM, 11/20/24 both AM/PM and 11/21/24 both AM/PM. The director was given until January 2, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook section 2.5.2 Transportation Log -A . A log must be maintained for all children being transported in a vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the childcare fa ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 2, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-04
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, Licensing Specialist observed on the small playground the bottom hinge to the white gate that is connected to the second building is broken leaving the gate open(the area that it leads to has pipes, boxes, dolly but it leads to another fence as well. So the children can not leave the premises. The director was given until January 2, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.5 A- Outdoor Play Area. A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards .
- Correction status
- Due by January 2, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [yellow bus and the orange, green, red and blue bouncer ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the mulch around the yellow bus and the orange, green, red and blue bouncer did not meet the 6-inch depth requirement, in that the depth of mulch was 2 inches in depth. The director was given until January 2, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.12.D.1- Outdoor Equipment. D. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce th ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 2, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection licensing specialist observed and photographed cleaning supplies (Clorox Bleach and several bottles of Odo Ban) in the corner of the open kitchen area along with a mop bucket with water. The staff member was able to move the cleaning supplies to under the sink where a child lock was on the cabinet bringing this back into compliance, During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.2 Toxic/Hazardous Material/Firearms/Weapons B B. All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recom ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-03
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection licensing specialist observed that the cots were not separated by 18". The staff were able to adjust the cots so that the children were separated by 18". During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.6.2, C Nap/Sleep Space, C. A minimum of 18 inches must be maintained around individual napping and sleeping spaces. A maximum of two sides of a napping or sleeping space may be against a solid barrier, such as the wall. The solid side of a crib does not meet the requirements for a solid barrier. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-02
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The nap/sleep space was under furniture or against furniture that created a hazard. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, D Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection licensing specialist observed and photographed a child that the cot was under a table with 5 chairs stacked on top of the table. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.6.2,D . Napping and sleeping spaces must not be under furniture or against furniture that creates a hazard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-04
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Fire drills conducted during the licensure year did not include the following [The date of the August drill ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection licensing specialist observed that the fire drill log did not have a date for the August fire drill. Due to lightening and thunder in the area a fire drill could not be conducted. Be sure to have a fire drill by August 30, 2024 During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook 3.8.4 A-C Fire Drills . During the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the alarm system, approved by the local fire authority, must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care. Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 28 B. When the facilitys approved fire alarm alert system is activated or initiated, all adul ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 30, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-07
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Soiled disposable diapers were not disposed of in a plastic-lined, securely covered container. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, J Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection licensing specialist observed and photographed the trash can in the restroom did not have a lid and used disposable diapers were stored in the open trash can. Director was able to locate a lid and covered the open trash can bringing this back into compliance. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.10.2, J Diapering Requirements Soiled or wet disposable diapers must be disposed of in a plastic lined, securely covered container that is not accessible to the children. The container must be emptied, cleaned and sanitized or disinfected, at least, daily.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-10
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [11] children is required. A ratio of [0] child care personnel for [5] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of reinspection, licensing specialist entered the front building that had 5 sleeping 2 year old children and no staff members were in the building. After 30 minutes, the childcare staff member walked across the driveway to the entrance and returned to the building. 5:0 2 yr old class in front building 10:1 3-5 yr old class in back building At 1:30pm the ratios came back to compliance when the staff member returned to the building. 5:1 2 yr old class in front building 10:1 3-5 yr old class in back building
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- One or more children were not adequately supervised in that [the staff member supervising the 2 year old group in the front free standing building left the property leaving five sleeping 2 year old children alone in the building], which posed an imminent threat to a child, and could or did result in death or serious harm to the health, safety or well-being of a child. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, A, B, D, G, H, and I; 2.4.2; 2.4.3; 2.4.5, D General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At 1:00pm licensing specialist arrived at the facility and the sign on the front door stated to use the side gate entrance. Licensing specialist entered the front building via the side entrance of the facility to find 5 children asleep on cots and mats. No adult was in the building. At 1:30pm the staff member returned to the building. Licensing specialist asked staff if she was just entering the building now and staff answered, "Ya I had to step right outside to talk to the neighbor over there". A prospective family was trying to enroll their child and followed the staff member back into the building. The prospective family were leaving when there was no answer at the door an ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing procedure was not posted in the changing area and/or was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, L Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- In a previous inspection licensing specialist observed and photographed diaper changing procedures not posted at diaper changing area. At the time of reinspection, no diaper changing procedure was posted. Licensing specialist emailed the provider a copy of the CDC's recommended diaper changing procedures in a childcare facility and director was able to post the diapering procedures in the diapering area. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.10.2, L Diapering Requirements- L. Diaper changing procedure must be posted in the changing area and followed to protect the health and safety of children and childcare personnel ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-14
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [stationary play equipment] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- In a previous inspection licensing specialist observed and photograph inadequate mulch under children play area. During the reinspection, licensing specialist observed the mulch to be only 3" under the stationary play equipment. Be sure to add mulch by September 28, 2024. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.12.D.1- Outdoor Equipment. D. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls.
- Correction status
- Due by September 28, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing procedure was not posted in the changing area and/or was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, L
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed and photographed diaper changing procedures not posted at diaper changing area. Be sure to complete by due date. TA: Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 37 Diaper changing procedure must be posted in the changing area and followed to protect the health and safety of children and child care personnel.
- Correction status
- Due by April 21, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-14
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [children play area ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed and photograph inadequate mulch under children play area. Be sure to complete by due date. TA: If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves are unsuitable for use in the use zone area.
- Correction status
- Due by April 21, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
- Correction / follow-up note
- Vehicle alarm installed not in working condition 2.5.4 Vehicle Requirements For the purpose of this section, vehicles refer to those owned, operated or regularly used by the child care program, and vehicles that provide transportation through a contract or agreement with an outside entity. Parents/guardians personal vehicles used for transporting during field trips are excluded from meeting the requirements of this sub-section. Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 17 A. All vehicles regularly used to transport children must be inspected annually by a mechanic to ensure that they are in proper working order. Documentation by the mechanic must be maintained in the vehicle. B. Th ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 19, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-06
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
How does the center currently manage and verify staff background screening records to ensure they remain up-to-date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a December 2025 inspection show that the facility needed to update its employee roster in the state clearinghouse system.
- Context
- The facility was required to complete this update by January 20, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you describe the process for ensuring that enough staff members are always on-site with current CPR and first aid certifications?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection records from September 2025 indicate that the facility had an inadequate number of staff trained in these areas at that time.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure transportation logs are consistently completed and verified by staff?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection reports from late 2024 and 2025 show that transportation logs were occasionally missing required signatures or check marks.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you monitor the playground equipment and surface areas to ensure they remain in good condition for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official records from multiple inspections between 2024 and 2025 note instances where playground ground cover depth or maintenance did not meet standards.
Related violations
General question
What is your daily routine for ensuring that all classrooms are properly supervised throughout the day, including during nap times?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Asking about supervision routines helps parents understand how the center maintains consistent oversight and child safety during transitions and rest periods.