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Angels Child Development Center

3813 Alden Way, Sarasota, FL 34232

License:
C12SA0218
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 14, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Full Day, Half Day
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
42
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

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 inspectionOctober 30, 2025
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsOctober 30, 2025

Summary

This summary covers nine available inspections for Angels Child Development Center from September 1, 2023 through October 30, 2025.

Three inspections recorded violations, with nine recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on July 19, 2024 and involved sleep safety.

Four later inspections, from July 29, 2024 through October 30, 2025, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
9

1 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
9

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

9 total inspections vs 5.5 local median in 34232

Compared to 12 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1
Local median
0.05

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
11%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
33%
Local median
5%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
Local average
0.42

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Inspection history

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

Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
The nap/sleep space was under furniture or against furniture that created a hazard. (Section 10.4, number 4) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
Children's sleeping spaces were placed up against shelving with items on top. Items or children were moved at the time of inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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
25-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
A staff member did not wash his/her hands appropriately after diapering a child. (Section 12.2) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Inspector observed teacher did not wash hands after diapering a child. Inspector advised owner to retrain staff on proper handwashing procedure.
Correction status
Due by August 6, 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
35-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The classroom assigned to the [3 year old] age group did not have a sink for hand washing with running water.
Report comments
The handwashing sink in the three year old classroom was not working.
Correction status
Due by July 1, 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
35-19
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. (Section 12.3, number 6) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
Some items were left on the diapering table. Items were moved at the time of inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 37 - Sanitary Diapering rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.3, Diapering, Pages 28-29)
Official code
37-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. (Section 10, numbers 1 11) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
A door leading to the playground was closed but unlocked. Door was locked during the time of inspection.
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) 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
14-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
A written record of fire drills was not completed and/or did not include one drill during napping/sleeping times, one drill using alternate evacuation routes, or one in the presence of the licensing authority. (Section 14.3, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
A fire drill conducted in March was not recorded in the drill log.
Correction status
Due by April 23, 2024
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 33 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness rule 65C-22.002(7) F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(7) F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Page 32-34)
Official code
33-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
A staff member did not wash his/her hands appropriately prior to food preparation. (Section 12.2) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
Teacher in the three years old room did not wash her hands prior to serve food to the children.
Correction status
Due by April 25, 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
35-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The classroom assigned to the [3 year old] age group did not have a sink for hand washing with running water.
Report comments
The handwashing sink in the three year old classroom was not working.
Correction status
Due by April 23, 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
35-19
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The immunization record was incomplete for the child(ren). The record did not document signature of a physician, dates immunizations were administered, or the expiration date. (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
One student had out of date immunizations.
Correction status
Due by April 23, 2024
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 57 - Children's Health/Immunization and Records ss.
Official code
57-07

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 describe the current procedures in place to ensure that nap and sleep areas remain clear of hazards?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from July 2024 noted that some sleeping spaces were positioned against furniture in a way that created a hazard. This question helps parents understand how the center maintains safe sleep environments on an ongoing basis.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection, and subsequent inspections have not noted this concern.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the center ensure that staff consistently follow handwashing protocols throughout the day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that handwashing procedures were a topic of discussion in multiple inspections between April and July 2024. Asking about current training and oversight helps parents understand how the center supports staff in maintaining hygiene standards.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is the process for ensuring that all classroom sinks are fully functional and accessible for staff and children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from April and June 2024 indicate that a classroom sink was reported as not working. This question helps parents understand how the facility monitors and maintains its plumbing and sanitation infrastructure.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the center manage and track required emergency drills to ensure they are completed as scheduled?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from April 2024 noted that a fire drill was not recorded in the log. This question helps parents understand the center's administrative process for documenting safety preparedness.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is the center's approach to maintaining organized and sanitary conditions in diaper changing areas?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a June 2024 inspection noted that items unrelated to diapering were found on a changing surface. This question helps parents understand the daily routines and expectations for keeping these areas clean and clear.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations