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Discovery Point Twelve Oaks

7218 55th Ave E, Bradenton, FL 34203

License:
C12MA0357
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 14, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
Gold Seal, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
236
License expiration:
December 8, 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 inspectionDecember 2, 2025
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsDecember 2, 2025

Summary

This summary covers eight available inspections for Discovery Point Twelve Oaks from April 14, 2023 through December 2, 2025.

One inspection recorded a violation, with two recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on November 29, 2023 and involved staff training, with a due date of January 5, 2024.

DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.

Six later inspections, from January 31, 2024 through December 2, 2025, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
8

2 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
2

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
0

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

8 total inspections vs 8 local median in 34203

Compared to 13 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.25
Local median
1.71

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
0%
Local median
18%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
13%
Local median
49%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
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.

No repeated topics found

The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.

Inspection history

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

View official report
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
At time of inspection, licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and found two staff members did not start their 40 hour trainings. Be sure to have staff complete their 40 hour trainings by due date stated. TA on training of staff Beginning Training 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 care ind ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by January 5, 2024
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child Care personnel, who were not in compliance with training requirements when they left the industry, did not complete required training and any new mandated training before returning to the industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.3, B
Report comments
At time of inspection, licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and found that two staff members had started their 40 hour trainings but never finished them within one year. Be sure to have staff finish their trainings by the due date. TA Beginning Training 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 ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by January 5, 2024
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-05

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 do you track and manage staff training requirements to ensure all teachers are up to date on their certifications?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a 2023 inspection noted that some staff members had not completed required training within the expected timeframes. Asking about current tracking processes helps parents understand how the center ensures all staff meet ongoing professional development standards.
Context
The center has had multiple clean inspections since the 2023 report.
Related violations
Finding-specific

Could you describe the process for onboarding new staff to ensure they complete their introductory training requirements promptly?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from 2023 identified instances where staff had not finished their required introductory training. This question allows the director to explain the current system for monitoring new employee training progress.
Context
The center has had multiple clean inspections since the 2023 report.
Related violations
General question

What is the center's approach to maintaining consistent communication with families regarding daily routines and classroom activities?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Consistent communication helps parents feel connected to their child's daily experience and development. Understanding how the center shares information ensures that families and teachers stay aligned on a child's needs.
General question

How does the center support staff retention and professional development to ensure a stable environment for the children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Stable staffing is important for building strong, trusting relationships between children and their caregivers. Learning about the center's support for their team provides insight into the overall classroom culture.
General question

What measures are in place to ensure that classroom supervision remains active and attentive throughout the entire day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Active supervision is a core component of a high-quality early learning environment. Discussing these practices helps parents understand how the center maintains a secure and engaging atmosphere for all children.