Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.55
- Local median
- 1.71
Education Time
5165 33rd St E, Bradenton, FL 34203
- License:
- C12MA0244
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 152
- License expiration:
- July 28, 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
Questions worth asking
The available records raise questions worth asking before enrolling.
Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionOctober 24, 2025
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsOctober 24, 2025
Summary
This summary covers 11 available inspections for Education Time from March 24, 2023 through October 24, 2025.
Five inspections recorded violations, with 17 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on July 11, 2025 and involved sleep safety.
That higher-concern topic showed up in two inspections.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 11
- Recorded violations
- 17
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 1
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
11 total inspections vs 8 local median in 34203
Compared to 13 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 18%
- Local median
- 18%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 45%
- Local median
- 49%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 2.54
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
October 23, 2023February 16, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The bedding available was not safe and poses a threat to the health, safety or well-being of a child in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that there was a damage cot in the three-year-olds classroom. This is being marked completed at the time of the inspection in that the Operator removed the cot from the classroom. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.6.1,D- Bedding and Linens. Each child in care must be provided safe and sanitary bedding to be used when napping or sleeping. Nap bedding is not required for school-age children; however, the program must provide an area for children that choose to rest. D. Floor mats must be at least one-inch thick and covered with an impermeable surface.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-02
No recorded violations in this report
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
- 17-1: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was a hazard on the smaller playground, in that there was a two active wasp nests under the shade structure. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards.
- Correction status
- Due by July 11, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [a fire drill was not conducted in May 2025. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The fire extinguisher certification(s) are valid until 8/2025. The annual fire inspection was conducted on 6/10/2025. 23-6: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the facility did not conduct a fire drill monthly, in that the last fire drill was conducted on 4/14/2025. During the inspection, a fire drill was conducted with Licensing Specialist. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A During the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the alarm system, approved by the local fire authority, must be conducted monthly at various ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Documentation was not maintained for 12 months showing that routine inspections were conducted monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, connectors, and moving parts. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 32-5: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the physical environment log was not conducted monthly, in that the last entry was on 3/28/2025. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook 3.12 B All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and moving parts. Documentation of maintenance inspections must be maintained for 12 months.
- Correction status
- Due by July 11, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swing sets 1 with a depth of 2.5 inches, swing set 2 with a depth of 4 inches, the blue spring loaded car with a depth of 3.5 inches, and the four seated spring loaded seesaw with a depth of 3.75 inches. ] 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
- 32-7: Licensing Specialist observed that the facility did not have enough mulch to meet the 6 inch depth requirement around the swing sets 1 with a depth of 2.5 inches, swing set 2 with a depth of 4 inches, the blue spring loaded car with a depth of 3.5 inches, and the four seated spring loaded seesaw with a depth of 3.75 inches. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, 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 incide ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 11, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
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 11 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 11 of the 11 employee records. REMINDER : In-service training for 2024/2025 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2025. 33-13: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was one employee that did not complete the School Readiness Pre- Service training within 90 days of working at the facility. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Handbook 3.1 Child care personnel must success ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 11, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed and photographed bike with plastic peddle cover missing. Director removed bike at time of inspection bringing this back into compliance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At time of inspection, licensing counselor observed a small rip in the infant room diapering pad. The owner was able to go to the store and purchase a new pad and replaced it at time of inspection. A second pad was purchased to have as a back up to the new pad.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, licensing counselor observed that items other than diaper changing items were on the diaper changing pad. All items were removed at time of inspection. TA G. Items unrelated to diaper changing shall not be stored in the diaper changing area nor shall they be placed on the diaper changing table.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 10, numbers 1-11) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, counselor observed blankets stored in the restroom. The blankets were not stored in sealed container to prevent contamination from restroom. Please cover or store in a plastic container or bag or remove all items from the restroom shelves by the due date provided. Staff removed all clothing items from the restroom bringing this in compliance. Issue was resolved at time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-03
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 10.7, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, counselor observed two metal wires that came unsecured on the playground with the basketball hoops. One of the wires securing the basketball hoop was free and hanging to the ground and the other wire was on the first shade shelter on the playground. Childcare staff member stated that a zip tie will be added to secure both wires immediately. Please be sure to secure these wires by the due date given.
- Correction status
- Due by July 21, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 10.8, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the fence near the basketball hoops had a gap under the bottom of the fence that was greater than three inches. Please be sure to fill the gap by the due date given.
- Correction status
- Due by July 21, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-07
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The nap/sleep space interfered with exit areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, E
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, counselor observed in the 1-year-old room a child's cot was placed in the evacuation route. TA was provided and childcare staff moved the child's cot to an area not blocking the route. This was corrected at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-05
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Hand hygiene procedures, including situations or times, were not posted in food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1, D
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the four year old and school age room (the village) did not have handwashing situations and times posted in the restroom. Please be sure to post this by the due date given.
- Correction status
- Due by July 21, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-16
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G (Section 12.3, number 6) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, counselor observed a pencil on the diaper changing pad. TA was given to the childcare personnel, and she stated that she typically stores the pencil in the clipboard after documenting diaper changes. This was corrected at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [baby swings] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, counselor observed the ground cover was not six inches in depth under the baby swings. Please be sure to add enough ground cover to measure 6 inches in depth under all playground equipment where children may fall by the deadline given.
- Correction status
- Due by July 21, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, the director stated that the staff did not have an annual refresher of the facility's exposure plan. TA was given to director to bring this into compliance. Director was also shown CCF Handbook Section 6. Please be sure to provide the training to all staff by the due date stated.
- Correction status
- Due by July 21, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
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 process for checking nap equipment to ensure it remains in good condition for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that a damaged cot was identified during a 2025 inspection and removed immediately. This question helps parents understand how the center maintains safe bedding for nap time.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure all staff members complete their required training on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2025 noted a finding regarding staff training completion timelines. Asking this helps parents understand the current process for monitoring staff professional development and compliance.
- Context
- The correction was due by 7/11/2025.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the facility maintain its outdoor play areas to keep them clean and safe for daily use?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show that sanitation and facility condition topics have been identified in multiple reports over the last few years. This question allows the provider to explain their current maintenance routines for play equipment and surfaces.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the current procedure for conducting and documenting monthly fire drills?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate a finding from 2025 where a monthly fire drill was missed. This question helps parents understand how the center ensures emergency preparedness drills are consistently performed.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that playground equipment and ground cover are regularly inspected and maintained?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An inspection report from 2025 identified concerns regarding the maintenance of playground ground cover and inspection documentation. This question helps parents understand the center's current approach to playground safety.
- Context
- The correction was due by 7/11/2025.
Related violations