Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.27
- Local median
- 1.28
Koala Early Education Center Inc
3710 N Lockwood Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34234
- License:
- C12SA0185
- 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, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 111
- License expiration:
- December 31, 2026
Typical cost: $1,083 - $1,170 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,083 - $1,170/mo
Median daily rate: $50.00 - $54.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Sarasota County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Questions worth asking
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Latest inspectionApril 28, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsNovember 19, 2025
Summary
This summary covers 11 available inspections for Koala Early Education Center Inc from January 18, 2023 through April 28, 2026.
Eight inspections recorded violations, with 25 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on April 28, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of May 29, 2026.
Supervision was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 11
- Recorded violations
- 25
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 4
2 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
11 total inspections vs 9 local median in 34234
Compared to 9 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 18%
- Local median
- 15%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 73%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 4
- 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.
Facility condition
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 9 recorded violations.
July 24, 2023May 10, 2024December 5, 2024April 28, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
July 24, 2023May 10, 2024Staff training
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
December 5, 2024April 28, 2025June 3, 2025Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
April 28, 2025April 28, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Teacher cups at children reach.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Facility Environment rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , 62-133(c)(4)
- Official code
- 14-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not in ground level and could allow access by children or animals or allow children to exit the play area. Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not in ground level, inspector suggest covering, Inspector give a month to corrected and be reinspected.
- Correction status
- Due by May 29, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 22 - Fencing rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(3)
- Official code
- 22-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not safe for the children to use in that [swin is part of a permanet structure and pole was bended.]. Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Pole where the swing was hanged was bended. At the time of inspection there were two children swinging at the same time and bended pole bounced up and down. It seemed the pole does not support having two children using the swinging.at the same time.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 40 - Outdoor Equipment rule 65C-22.002(11), F.A.C. 62-133(c)(2)
- Official code
- 40-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- All owners or operators responsible for the daily operation of the program must have a Director Credential. This standard is not currently met due to [NO DIRECTOR].
- Report comments
- NO DIRECTOR ON SITE. FACILITY IS ACTIVELY RECRUITING A NEW DIRECTOR.
- Correction status
- Due by October 31, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 43 - Credentialed Staff ss.402.305(3), F.S. & rule 65C-22.003(7)-(8), F.A.C.
- Official code
- 43-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Staff failed to inspect the playground before allowing children on the playground.
- Report comments
- Daily playground inspection done, but not documented.
- Correction status
- Due by May 8, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Outdoor Play Area rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(1)(4) &(6)
- Official code
- 21-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- There was no documentation, maintained for one year, that routine inspections were conducted at least every other month of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts.
- Report comments
- No bimonthly environmental safety checklist. Last time documented on December 2024
- Correction status
- Due by May 8, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 40 - Outdoor Equipment rule 65C-22.002(11), F.A.C. 62-133(c)(2)
- Official code
- 40-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The placement of [jungle gym] did not allow for adequate distance/clearance from other equipment or other children in the area. Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Equipment made permanent due to been bolted to the ground and does not has the six feet clearance required. Jungle gym is not a permanent structure, but made permanent due to bolted on the ground
- Correction status
- Due by May 8, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 40 - Outdoor Equipment rule 65C-22.002(11), F.A.C. 62-133(c)(2)
- Official code
- 40-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- All owners or operators responsible for the daily operation of the program must have a Director Credential. This standard is not currently met due to [no director on site].
- Report comments
- No director on site. Facility is actively looking for a credential director.
- Correction status
- Due by June 30, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 43 - Credentialed Staff ss.402.305(3), F.S. & rule 65C-22.003(7)-(8), F.A.C.
- Official code
- 43-04
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- One or more children were not adequately supervised in that [Four years old classroom children exit the building (to the playground area where there is a water fountain) to refill their water cups unsupervised], which was anticipated as posing a threat to the health, safety or well-being of a child, but the threat was not imminent.
- Inspector notes
- Four years old classroom children exit the building (to the playground area where there is a water fountain) to refill their water cups unsupervised It was observed Three children outside of the classroom and building without adult supervision. This was brought to the teacher attention, and she stood at the door while the children finished the tsk. Inspector spoke w=to the owner and suggested a water jug should be place in the classroom or all children come out with the teacher supervision.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Supervision rule 65C-22.001(5), 65C-22.001(6), 65C-22.002(4) & 65C-22.007 (2), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.001(5), 65C-22.001(6), 65C-22.002(4) & (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 5 Supervision, Pages 16-17)
- Official code
- 05-15
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Automatic sanitizing dish machines or Warewashing sinks (3 or 2 compartment plus portable compartment) were not used in the proper series.
- Report comments
- after speaking with the cook, it was explained that the sanitizing sink was used for drying clean dishes. Inspector explained the order and proper use of the sinks.
- Correction status
- Due by December 27, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 35 - Health and Sanitation rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. 62-133(a)(12), 62-135(a) rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. 62-133(a)(12), 62-135 (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12 Health and Sanitation, Page 28)
- Official code
- 35-14
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Drinking water was not available to all children. (Section 12.1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- There was no drinking water available in the four years old classroom for children to refill their cups.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 36 - Drinking Water Available rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12 Health and Sanitation, Page 28)
- Official code
- 36-02
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- All owners or operators responsible for the daily operation of the program must have a Director Credential. This standard is not currently met due to [no director].
- Report comments
- no director on site due to unforeseen situation with previous director.
- Correction status
- Due by June 30, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 43 - Credentialed Staff ss.402.305(3), F.S. & rule 65C-22.003(7)-(8), F.A.C. S. & rule 65C-22.003(7)-(8), F.A.C.
- Official code
- 43-04
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Inspector observed that several air conditioning vents were in need of cleaning, seemed they need better dusting.
- Correction status
- Due by June 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Facility Environment rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , 62-133(c)(4) rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
- Official code
- 14-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area of the facility was observed to be a serious health hazard to children in care. (Section 10, numbers 1 11) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Inspector observed cots and classroom supplies were being stored uncovered in classroom bathrooms. Inspector advised that supplies should either be moved or be stored in a storage container or a cover. This is not the first time that this issue has arisen on an inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by June 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Facility Environment rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , 62-133(c)(4) rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
- Official code
- 14-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area of the facility was observed to be a serious safety hazard to children in care. (Section 10, numbers 1 11) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Side door of the facility was unlocked and could be opened from the outside. This is not the first time this is noted in an inspection for the facility.
- Correction status
- Due by June 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Facility Environment rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , 62-133(c)(4) rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
- Official code
- 14-05
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. (Section 10.4, number 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Inspector observed in the infant room that the cribs did not have an 18 inch separation between them. Provider was advised to move the cribs to adhere to the requirements.
- Correction status
- Due by June 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 25 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements rule 65C-22.002(5), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(5), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.4 Nap and Sleep Space(s)/Safe Sleep Practices, Page 24)
- Official code
- 25-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The facility did not have the number of toilets and/or wash sinks required for the licensed capacity. (Section 10.6, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Bathroom off the playground is currently unusable and was counted towards licensed capacity. This toilet set is counted toward the maximum capacity of the facility. Provider must repair/correct this issue before the reinspection to maintain the maximum capacity the center has.
- Correction status
- Due by June 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 28 - Toilets and Sinks rule 65C-22.002(6), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(6), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.6 Bathrooms and Sinks, Page 25)
- Official code
- 28-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Cold food was not maintained at a temperature of 40 degrees Fahrenheit or below. (Section 17.3, number 4) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- One refrigerator was not working at all, and a second refrigerator, which was storing food being served to children, was not able to consistently keep temperature at 40C or less. Second refrigerator was measuring a temperature of 55C.
- Correction status
- Due by June 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 50 - Meals and Snacks rule 65C-22.005(1), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.005(1), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 17 Food and Nutrition Services, Pages 36-42)
- Official code
- 50-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Temperature control equipment was not in working order to maintain appropriate holding temperatures of either cold or hot food. (Section 17.2, number 6) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- One refrigerator was not working at all, and a second refrigerator, which was storing food being served to children, was not able to consistently keep temperature at 40C or less. Second refrigerator was measuring a temperature of 55C.
- Correction status
- Due by June 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 50 - Meals and Snacks rule 65C-22.005(1), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.005(1), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 17 Food and Nutrition Services, Pages 36-42)
- Official code
- 50-10
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Plates, utensils, cups, bottles and sippy cups provided by the facility that are not disposable were not washed, rinsed and sanitized between uses. (Section 17.5, Dishwashing and Sanitation) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- Use of the three-compartment sink was not followed appropriately. Sanitation was not performed as required.
- Correction status
- Due by June 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 55 - Single Service Items rule 65C-22.0011(8), 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.0011(8), 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 17.5 Dishwashing and Sanitation,
- Official code
- 55-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area of the facility was observed to be a serious health hazard to children in care. (Section 10, numbers 1 11) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Cots & children/classroom supplies are stored in the bathrooms uncovered. recommended to move the shelves with supplies or use storage with doors that can be closed and remove or cover the cots.
- Correction status
- Due by August 11, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Facility Environment rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , 62-133(c)(4) rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
- Official code
- 14-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The health statement for the child(ren) did not contain all of the elements in the Student Health Examination/DH Form 3040. (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Student files revised and some student's immunization certificate was expired. Also found that immunization form given by the health professional to the parents some were the incorrect form. Inspector suggested to staff to verify the recommended immunization chart for children from the DOH & CDC to confirm the form received is the correct. .
- Correction status
- Due by August 31, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 57 - Children's Health/Immunization and Records ss.
- Official code
- 57-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area of the facility was observed to be a serious health hazard to children in care. (Section 10, numbers 1 11) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Cots & children/classroom supplies are stored in the bathrooms uncovered. Recommended to move the shelves with supplies or use storage with doors that can be closed and remove or cover the cots.
- Correction status
- Due by August 11, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Facility Environment rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , 62-133(c)(4) rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
- Official code
- 14-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The health statement for the child(ren) did not contain all of the elements in the Student Health Examination/DH Form 3040. (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Student files revised and some student's immunization certificate was expired.Also found that immunization form given by the health professional to the parents some were the incorrect form.Inspector suggested to staff to verify the recommended immunization chart for children from the DOH & CDC to confirm the form received is the correct.
- Correction status
- Due by August 31, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 57 - Children's Health/Immunization and Records ss.
- Official code
- 57-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Staff failed to inspect the playground before allowing children on the playground.
- Correction / follow-up note
- Provider stated playground was inspected before the children were taken out to the playground not documented. Corrected at the time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Outdoor Play Area rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(1)(4) &(6)
- Official code
- 21-06
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 current procedures in place to ensure children are always supervised when moving between classrooms or using common areas?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2024 inspection report noted an instance where children were observed outside of their classroom without adult supervision. This question helps parents understand how the center manages transitions and maintains consistent oversight of children throughout the day.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current process for inspecting and maintaining outdoor play equipment to keep it in good, safe condition for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that concerns regarding the maintenance and safety of outdoor play equipment have appeared in multiple reports over the past three years. This question allows the director to explain the steps taken to ensure equipment is regularly checked and kept in proper working order.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that all facility areas, including storage and common spaces, are kept clean and organized according to health standards?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate that sanitation and facility cleanliness have been noted as a repeated topic across several inspections. Asking this helps parents understand the center's daily cleaning routines and how they maintain a healthy environment for children.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you share how you manage staff training and ensure that leadership roles, such as the director position, are consistently filled with qualified personnel?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection reports from 2024 and 2025 show that the center experienced periods without a credentialed director on site. This question helps parents understand the center's approach to staffing stability and professional oversight.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your approach to ensuring that all student health and immunization records are kept up-to-date and accurate?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2023 indicate that there were previously issues with maintaining complete and correct student health documentation. This question helps parents understand the current administrative process for managing these important records.
Related violations