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Angel's Friends Child Development

611 N East Ave, Sarasota, FL 34237

License:
C12SA0219
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 14, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, After School, Before School, Full Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
23
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 inspectionJune 19, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 19, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 10 available inspections for Angel's Friends Child Development from July 10, 2023 through June 19, 2026.

Four inspections recorded violations, with six recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on November 3, 2025 and involved health or food records, with a due date of November 28, 2025.

Supervision was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.

Two later inspections, from November 7, 2025 through June 19, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
10

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
6

1 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
2

Last 36 months

Local comparison

10 total inspections vs 7 local median in 34237

Compared to 12 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.6
Local median
0.22

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
10%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
40%
Local median
22%

Repeated topics

This provider
2
Local average
0.92

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.

View official report
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 child immunizations was expired.
Correction status
Due by November 28, 2025
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 57 - Children's Health/Immunization and Records ss.
Official code
57-07
View official report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Staff failed to inspect the playground before allowing children on the playground.
Correction / follow-up note
Daily inspection not done for the day. 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
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. Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
Two children immunization record were out of date.
Correction status
Due by September 27, 2024
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 57 - Children's Health/Immunization and Records ss.
Official code
57-07
View official report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Sharp, broken and/or jagged edges were observed on the [swing set seats] that pose a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children in the play area. (Section 11.2, numbers 2 and 4) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
Swing set (two seats) chain is broken. the swings seats are hold by two chains and two of the swing's seats have only one chin holding the swing seat.
Correction status
Due by December 29, 2023
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 40 - Outdoor Equipment rule 65C-22.002(11), F.A.C. 62-133(c)(2) rule 65C-22.002(11), F.A.C. 62-133(c)(2) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 11, Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 26-27)
Official code
40-07
View official report
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that [two infants and 17 children were with one teacher]. (Section 5, number 4) General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
There was at a moment 1 adult and 18 children (including the infants) in the playground. One teacher was diapering a child inside the facility, one teacher opened the door for the inspector, that left one teacher with 17 children in the playground. Inspector suggested to take the younger children earlier to the playground and change diaper before and after the playground time.
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
05-05
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
air conditioning vents needs cleaning.
Correction status
Due by July 28, 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
14-06

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

Can you tell me about the current procedures in place to ensure that staff-to-child ratios are consistently maintained, especially during transitions like moving between the classroom and the playground?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show an inspection report from 2023 noted a concern regarding supervision levels during outdoor play. Asking about current practices helps parents understand how the center manages staffing to keep children supervised at all times.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your process for tracking and updating children's health and immunization records to ensure they remain current?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that incomplete immunization documentation has been noted in more than one report. This question helps parents understand the administrative steps the center takes to maintain accurate and up-to-date health files.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded on 06/19/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific

Could you walk me through your daily safety check routine for the outdoor play equipment and the play area?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Official inspection reports indicate that playground safety checks and equipment maintenance have been topics of discussion in past visits. Learning about the current daily inspection process helps parents understand how the facility ensures a secure environment for outdoor play.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you handle communication with families when a child's health record is approaching its expiration date?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from 2025 identified an expired immunization record. This question helps parents understand the center's proactive approach to keeping records compliant and how they partner with families to avoid lapses.
Context
The correction was due by 11/28/2025.
Related violations
General question

What is your approach to routine facility maintenance and cleaning schedules for common areas and equipment?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how a center manages its physical environment helps parents feel confident about the cleanliness and upkeep of the spaces where children spend their day. This inquiry provides insight into the center's commitment to maintaining a well-kept facility.