Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.8
- Local median
- 1.22
D.C.'s Childcare Center Inc
708 32nd Ave E, Bradenton, FL 34208
- License:
- C12MA0410
- 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, Half Day, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 24
- License expiration:
- February 24, 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
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 inspectionJanuary 14, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJanuary 14, 2026
Summary
This summary covers five available inspections for D.C.'s Childcare Center Inc from February 10, 2025 through January 14, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with four recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 16, 2025 and involved background screening, with a due date of July 16, 2025.
Two later inspections, from October 17, 2025 through January 14, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 5
- Recorded violations
- 4
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 0
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
5 total inspections vs 9 local median in 34208
Compared to 16 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 20%
- Local median
- 32%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 20%
- Local median
- 45%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- 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.
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.
No recorded violations in this report
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 3 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 3 of the 3 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 were 2 child care personnel 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 16, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 35-12: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed 3 employees that did not have documentation stating that the exposure plan was reviewed before starting work. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, There are three common modes of transmission for the spread of microorganisms in child care settings: contact, droplet, and airborne. Many common infections encountered in the child care setting are transmitted by direct or indirect contact. Child care facilities shall develop a written exposure plan regarding universal safety precautions, recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), to follow in the event ther ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 16, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D (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. 45-4: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 employee that did not have documentation that the 5 year employment history was veri ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 16, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
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
- 45-9: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed 1 employee that was not added to the Background Screening Roster within 10 days of their hire date and 1 employee that was not removed from the Background Screening Roster within 10 days of the last day of employment. During the inspection, the director updated the roster. This is being marked compliant. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/ow ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
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 explain the process you use to keep your staff’s background screening records and rosters up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in June 2025 indicated that the facility's employee roster in the background screening system needed to be updated to reflect current staff. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the center manages these important administrative requirements.
- Context
- The record indicates this was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you verify the employment history for new staff members joining your team?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from June 2025 noted an instance where employment history documentation was missing for a staff member. This question allows the director to explain their current verification practices for new hires.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to ensure all new staff complete their required training within the expected timeframe?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from June 2025 show that some staff had not completed required pre-service training within the 90-day window. Understanding how the center tracks and schedules these trainings helps parents feel confident in staff preparedness.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all staff members are familiar with the facility's health and exposure plans?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from June 2025 noted that documentation for staff review of the facility's exposure plan was missing for some employees. Asking about this helps parents understand how the center maintains health and safety standards for the staff.
Related violations
General question
What is your approach to communicating with families about daily routines and any changes in center policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication between the director and families is essential for a smooth enrollment experience. This question helps parents understand how the center keeps them informed about the care their children receive.