Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.67
- Local median
- 0.35
Little Disciples Preschool
4835 Beneva Rd, Sarasota, FL 34233
- License:
- C12SA0290
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 36
- 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 15, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsDecember 22, 2025
Summary
This summary covers nine available inspections for Little Disciples Preschool from January 19, 2023 through June 15, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with six recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on June 15, 2026 and involved facility condition, with a due date of July 1, 2026.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 9
- Recorded violations
- 6
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 1
2 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
9 total inspections vs 8.5 local median in 34233
Compared to 10 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 44%
- Local median
- 24%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.8
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 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
April 16, 2024September 17, 2024June 15, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- There was evidence of rodent or vermin infestation observed.
- Inspector notes
- Animal droppings found in a used cage. Director stated it was used previously for caterpillar observation and development.
- Correction status
- Due by July 1, 2026
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
- 14-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Birds, iguanas, snakes or turtles were observed in room or space used for children.
- Inspector notes
- A lizard/reptile was observed in a classroom, director was advised to remove the animal from the school premises.
- Correction status
- Due by June 15, 2026
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
- 14-14
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.
- Report comments
- Students immunization records wasnt updated
- Correction status
- Due by June 19, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 57 - Children's Health/Immunization and Records ss.
- Official code
- 57-07
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed.
- Correction / follow-up note
- Supplies closet was wide open. Corrected at 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)
- Official code
- 14-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed.
- Inspector notes
- Inspector observed a teacher's personal drink within children's reach. Inspector advised that teachers' drinks should be out of reach of children.
- 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
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Staff failed to inspect the playground before allowing children on the playground.
- Report comments
- Not documented
- Correction status
- Due by October 27, 2023
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
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 your current process for reviewing and updating children's immunization records to ensure they are complete?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from June 2026 noted that some immunization records were missing required documentation like physician signatures or specific dates.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that animals or pets are not kept in areas used by the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a June 2026 inspection indicate that an animal was observed in a classroom space.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you monitor the facility to prevent issues with pests or rodents?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records from June 2026 show that evidence of vermin was observed at the facility.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your routine for checking the classroom environment to ensure safety and organization?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that concerns regarding facility conditions, such as safety and sanitation, have been noted in multiple inspections over the past few years.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that staff are consistently following daily safety protocols, such as checking outdoor play areas before children go outside?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted an instance where staff did not complete the required playground inspection before children accessed the area.
Related violations