Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.5
- Local median
- 1.69
Little Oaks Learning Center LLC
5214 69th St E, Palmetto, FL 34221
- License:
- C12MA0411
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 75
- License expiration:
- October 30, 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 inspectionJune 25, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 25, 2026
Summary
This summary covers four available inspections for Little Oaks Learning Center LLC from October 15, 2025 through June 25, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with six recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 25, 2026 and involved supervision.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 4
- Recorded violations
- 6
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 0
4 in last 12 months
6 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
4 total inspections vs 10 local median in 34221
Compared to 25 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 25%
- Local median
- 30%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 2.56
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
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [3 schoolage children] group was inadequate in that [they were without adult supervision in the office]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4
- Inspector notes
- 4-10: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were 3 school age children in the office without adult supervision. Licensing Specialist observed that the office was located in a shed that was not connected to the main facilitys structure. Licensing Specialist observed that the door was locked from the outside and that the office had AC. Licensing Specialist called the director/owner 1 and she stated that 2 of the children were her children and one 1 child was her nephew. The director stated that she was 10 minutes away and that she was coming back to the facility. Child 1 stated that the director left at 12:00 pm. Owner 2 came to the office around 12:25 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
Higher concern: Supervision
- 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
- Correction / follow-up note
- 13-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that two cleaning supplies were stored in the office in a way that allowed children in care to have access to the cleaning supplies (2 Lysol wipes). One of the Lysol wipes was on a bottom shelf of the desk and the second Lysol wipes were on a counter that the 3 children could reach. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were 3 school age children in the office unsupervised. During the inspection, staff removed the cleaning supplies. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 ... [truncated]
- 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
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in the infant room the seats that are built into the tables were missing the safety restraints. The director was given until March 25, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.1 A.- General Health and Safety Requirements. A. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 25, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on the older playground the airplane is missing a screw and is taped up in that spot. The director was given until March 25, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.5 A- Outdoor Play Area. A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards.
- Correction status
- Due by March 25, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
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 time of inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there 12 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 12 of the 12 employee records. When the Licensing Specialist was reviewing the files the licensing specialist observed one personnel did not finish her 40-hour training. The director was given until March 25, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Mandated Introductory
- Correction status
- Due by March 25, 2026
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
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there 12 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 12 of the 12 employee records. When the Licensing Specialist was reviewing the files the Licensing Specialist observed 1 personnel did not finish her 5 hours Early Literacy training. The director was given until March 25, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, 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 in e ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 25, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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
Can you tell me about the current procedures for ensuring that cleaning supplies and other hazardous items are always kept out of reach of children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a June 2026 inspection note that some cleaning supplies were accessible to children in the office. This question helps clarify the current storage protocols and staff training to keep these items secure.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that children are always under active adult supervision, especially when moving between different areas of the facility?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from June 2026 identified a situation where children were in an office area without adult supervision. This question helps parents understand the center's current supervision practices and how they maintain oversight of children at all times.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the team conduct routine maintenance checks to ensure that playground equipment and indoor furniture remain in good repair for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from February 2026 noted concerns regarding the condition of some playground equipment and indoor seating. Asking this helps parents learn about the facility's current daily inspection and repair processes.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe the process for ensuring all staff members are up to date on their required training and professional development?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from February 2026 indicated that some staff training documentation was incomplete at the time of the review. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks and verifies that all employees meet their required training milestones.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families regarding daily routines and any changes to the center's environment or policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication helps parents feel connected to their child's daily experience and informed about how the center operates. Understanding these channels can help families feel more comfortable with the center's transparency.