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Doodle Bugs! Children's Learning Academy

11015 Passage Dr, Bradenton, FL 34211

License:
C12MA0309
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 14, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
VPK, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
156
License expiration:
December 31, 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 inspectionDecember 5, 2025
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsDecember 5, 2025

Summary

This summary covers 11 available inspections for Doodle Bugs! Children's Learning Academy from December 8, 2023 through December 5, 2025.

Six inspections recorded violations, with 17 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on November 6, 2025 and involved child guidance.

Two later inspections on December 5, 2025 showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
11

4 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
17

7 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
6

4 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

11 total inspections vs 9 local median in Bradenton

Compared to 78 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.55
Local median
1.22

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
36%
Local median
24%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
55%
Local median
46%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
Local average
2.23

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

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Medium concern: Incident records
Report finding
Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. This standard is being marked as resolved at the time of inspection. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A All accidents and incidents or unusual occurrences that are threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of a child that occur while the child is in care must be documented on the same day they occur.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
Official code
39-03
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
Child care personnel inappropriately interacted with children in care in a manner that was aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, C
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed child care personnel inappropriately interacted with children in care in a manner that was aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature. This standard is being marked as resolved at the time of the inspection. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, C Child care personnel must appropriately interact with children to foster a healthy, safe environment that will encourage the childs physical, intellectual, motor, and social development. Interactions with children that are aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature are strictly prohibited. Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments During the inspection, the Operator did ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 47 - Access/Child Safety
Official code
47-01
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Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [4] children is required. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [11] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S.
Report comments
On 8/29/2025, there was 28 staff and no children on site due to the facility being closed for staff development day. On 9/4/2025 the ratio was: The first ratios taken upon arrival were as follows: Class 1- 2:5 All Infants Class 2- 2:6 All Infants Class 3- 2:11 (1) Infant and (10) One-year olds Class 4- 3:10 All one-year-olds Class 5- 2:11 Mixed- (2) One-year-olds and (9) Two-year- olds Class 6- 2:12 All two-years-old Class 7- 2:21 Mixed- 12(3s) and 7 (2s) Class 8- 2:18 Mixed- 20 (3s) and 2 (4s) Class 9-3:16 Mixed- 1 (3s) and 15 (4s) The second ratios taken when the standard was brought back into compliance were as follows: Class 1- 2:5 All Infants Class 2- 2:7 All Infants Cla ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
Inspector notes
During the time of inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there 45 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 45 of the 45 employee records. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed one personnel that has not begun their introductory training within 90 days of employment in the childcare industry. This standard has been brought back into compliance in that the personnel began introductory training at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 4.1 Beginning Training Childcare personnel including volunteers who work 1 ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-03
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
Inspector notes
During the time of inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there 45 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 45 of the 45 employee records. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 3 personnel that has not completed their five-hour early literacy and language development course. The Operator was given until 9/29/2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 Early Literacy Training Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all childcare personnel must complete a single course of training i ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by September 29, 2025
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-06
Higher concern: Medication
Report finding
Medication was not stored in either a locked area or inaccessible and out of a childs reach. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, G
Inspector notes
*** During the time of inspection, the licensing specialist observed that in class 3 the cabinet underneath the changing table was unlocked. When the licensing specialist opened the cabinet, she observed a non-prescription medication diaper creams that were all accessible to the children in care. During the inspection the standard was brought back into compliance when the teacher locked the cabinet underneath the changing table, all three non-prescription medication diaper creams no longer accessible to the children in care.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
Official code
40-15
Higher concern: Medication
Report finding
Medication which had expired or is no longer being administered was not discarded or returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that there was prescription medication and non-prescription diaper cream that expired. The medication expired on 7/31/2025. Non-prescription diaper cream expired 3/31/2025. The Operator has been given until 9/29/2025 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H Medication. H. Medication that has expired or that is no longer being dispensed must be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded.
Correction status
Due by September 29, 2025
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
Official code
40-17
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Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Food provided by parents/guardians was not properly stored and handled in a sanitary manner to prevent contamination or spoilage. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, E
Correction / follow-up note
During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in classroom 6 had food on the shelf uncovered or labeled while no one was in the classroom. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, D.7 Food Safety D. If a facility chooses to provide food to children directly or by contract with an outside source, such as a caterer, the food must be free from spoilage and handled in a sanitary manner at all times. The facility must have adequate equipment available to maintain food safety. 7. To prevent food from becoming potentially hazardous, h ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
Official code
25-17
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
Inspector notes
During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 25 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 26 of the 26 employee records. When the Licensing Specialist was reviewing the files the licensing counselor seen two personnels did not begin their training within the 90 days. The director was given until September 27, 2024 to come into compliance with this standard.CCF Handbook Section 4.1 Beginning Training Childcare personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the childcare industry and successfully complete Depart ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by September 27, 2024
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-03
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Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
Report comments
During the inspection director advised that the 2 staff members have completed their 40-hour trainings but are waiting to take the tests for the courses. Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training prior to January 1, 2004 are not required to fulfill the competency examination requirement. A. Part I Cou ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by July 8, 2024
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
Correction / follow-up note
During the inspection one of the two staff members had documentation in file for completion of the 5 hr ELC training. Be sure to have remaining staff member training updated in employee file by due date. Durning the reinspection Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5,C, Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry. Proof of co ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by July 8, 2024
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-06
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Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
Inspector notes
During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 2 child care personnel had not completed the DCF 40 hours of introductory training within 12 months of starting the DCF training, exceeding 15 months. Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child c ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by May 29, 2024
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
Correction / follow-up note
During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 2 child care personnel had not completed the DCF 5 hours of early literacy training within 12 months of their child care industry date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry. Proof of completion may be documented on a certificate of course c ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by May 29, 2024
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-06
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
Correction / follow-up note
During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 2 employees that did not have the documentation that the 5 year employment history checks were completed. D. The employer/owner/operator must conduct employment history checks, including documented attempts to contact each employer that employed the individual within the preceding five years, and documentation of the findings. Documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/her regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. The employer/owner/operator must make at least three attempts to obtain employment history information. Failed attempts to obtain employment hi ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by May 29, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-04
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Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, licensing specialist observed a group of children in the one year old class watching music videos. The staff member turned off the music video. TA per childcare handbook, "do not include the use of electronic media for children under two years of age. Electronic media may only be used for educational purposes or physical activity for children 2 years of age and older for no more than 1 to 2 hours per day." Be sure to remind staff that if using an iPad to play music the screen should be covered.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
Official code
09-06
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, licensing specialist observed a classroom cabinet that did not have a working magnetic lock on the cabinet under the sink which had supplies that stated keep out of reach of children stored under the cabinet. The teacher moved the item to high cabinet bringing this back into compliance. TA All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, and other potentially dangerous hazards, must be stored in a locked area or must be inaccessible and out of a childs reach at all times.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
Official code
13-02
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
Report comments
At time of inspection licensing specialist reviewed all 28 staff files. It was determined that 3 staff did not begin their 40 hours of training. Be sure to have staff begin their training by due date. TA Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins.
Correction status
Due by January 8, 2024
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-03

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 training and support provided to staff to ensure all interactions with children remain positive and encouraging?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a November 2025 inspection noted an instance where staff interactions were observed to be aggressive or intimidating. This question helps parents understand the current approach to maintaining a supportive environment for children.
Context
The record indicates this issue was resolved at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is the current process for ensuring all medications are stored securely and that expired items are removed promptly?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from August 2025 identified concerns regarding the storage and expiration of medications. Asking about the current process helps parents understand how the center manages health and safety protocols.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the center manage staffing levels throughout the day to ensure that required ratios are consistently met?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from August 2025 noted a time when staffing ratios did not meet requirements. This question allows the director to explain the center's current staffing practices and how they maintain appropriate coverage.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps are taken to ensure that all staff members complete their required training and that documentation is kept up to date?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show multiple instances over the past few years where staff training documentation was incomplete. This question helps parents understand how the center currently tracks and manages professional development requirements.
Related violations
General question

How do you communicate with families about daily routines and any changes in classroom procedures?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication between the center and families is essential for ensuring that parents are well-informed about their child's daily care and any updates to center operations.