Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1
- Local median
- 1.82
Children's Nest of Manatee
6228 26th St W, Bradenton, FL 34207
- License:
- C12MA0388
- 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
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 128
- License expiration:
- January 30, 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 inspectionMarch 9, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 9, 2026
Summary
This summary covers nine available inspections for Children's Nest of Manatee from January 11, 2024 through March 9, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with nine recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on January 5, 2026 and involved staff training, with a due date of February 5, 2026.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
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
- 9
- Recorded violations
- 9
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 1
5 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
9 total inspections vs 11 local median in 34207
Compared to 10 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 22%
- Local median
- 30%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 44%
- Local median
- 52%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 4.3
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
January 24, 2025January 5, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
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 are 9 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 9 of the 9 employee records. The Licensing Specialist reviewed 10 hours of annual in- service, completed, for all child care personnel for the 2024/2025 fiscal year. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed one child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. The provider has been given until 2/5/2026 to bring this standard back into compliance. School Readiness Program Ha ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 5, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- 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. 45-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was 1 child care personnel that had an expired background screening. During ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 26, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 8 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 8 of the 8 employee records. REMINDER : In-service training for 2024/2025 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2025. 33-9: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 child care personnel did not complete the safe sleep training within 30 days of their hire date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Section 4.2.3 All child care personnel who work in a facility that offers care to infants must have training regarding guidance on safe slee ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
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
- 33-13: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 child care personnel that was alone with the children in the two year old classroom within completing the School Readiness Pre-Service Training. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, DEL SR Handbook, Section 3.1 and 3.2 Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section, as applicable. All child care personnel must complete these preservice training requirements within 90 days of initial employment with any School Readiness provider. This timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another School Readi ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility was required to have at least [2] credentialed child care personnel and had [1] credentialed child care personnel CCF Handbook, Section 4.6.1, B
- Inspector notes
- 34-1: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were 41 children on site. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 employee had a staff credential on their DCF transcript when the facility was required to have 2 employees with a staff credential on their DCF transcript. The provider advised that an employee is currently enrolled in the Marchman program to get their staff credential. Extra time is being provided due to the length it will take to complete the class. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Pursuant to Section 402.305(3), F.S. a licensed child care facility must have a minimum of one credentia ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The online CPR training did not include an on-site instructor-based skills assessment and is invalid for the individual. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 36-4: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was 1 employee with an acceptable CPR certificate with the skills stated on the card/certificate. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 3 employees that had CPR certificates that did not have the skills stated. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, E CPR courses must include on- site, instructor- based skill assessments by a certified CPR instructor. Documentation of completion of the online course and on-site assessment must be maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority.
- Correction status
- Due by February 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-04
No recorded violations in this report
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 (Section 10, number 4) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed and photographed the cabinet in the 1 yr old was unlocked and cleaning supplies were accessible to the children. The director secured the safety lock bringing this back into compliance. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.2 Toxic/Hazardous Material/Firearms/Weapons A . All areas and surfaces accessible to children must be free from toxic substances, bio contaminants, and hazardous materials/equipment/tools, including power tools, plastic bags, matches, candles, lighters, etc.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D (Section 12.4, number 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in the VPK classroom 3 mats that were ripped and exposing the foam. The director was given until June 24, 2024, to come into compliance with this standard During the inspection, 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
- Due by June 24, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-06
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 14.2, number 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed and photographed that the fire extinguishers were tagged on April 2023. Be sure to have the fire extinguishers inspected by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by June 24, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
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
How does the facility manage its background screening roster to ensure all staff clearances remain current?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from September 2025 noted an instance where documentation of a background screening was missing for a staff member. Asking this helps parents learn about the center's administrative procedures for maintaining staff compliance.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe the center's process for securing cleaning supplies and other hazardous materials throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from May 2024 mention an instance where cleaning supplies were accessible to children. This question allows the director to explain the current safety protocols for storing hazardous items.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure all new staff members complete their required training before they begin working directly with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in January 2026 show that a staff member had not completed required preservice training. This question helps parents understand the current process for tracking and verifying staff training requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your approach to maintaining staff certifications, such as CPR and professional credentials, to ensure requirements are always met?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from January 2025 indicated that some staff CPR certifications did not meet the required standards for instructor-based skills assessments. This question helps parents understand how the center monitors and updates staff qualifications.
Related violations
General question
How do you determine the daily schedule and classroom routines to ensure they best support the children's development and engagement?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding the daily structure helps families see how the center balances learning, play, and rest. It provides insight into the consistency and quality of the environment for the children.