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Baby Fox Academy

3755 S Tuttle Ave, Sarasota, FL 34239

License:
C12SA0329
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 14, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, VPK, After School, Drop In, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Weekend Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat: 4:00PM to 9:00PM; Sun: Closed
Capacity:
60
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

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 16, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsDecember 1, 2025

Summary

This summary covers 12 available inspections for Baby Fox Academy from February 2, 2023 through June 16, 2026.

Six inspections recorded violations, with 10 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 16, 2026 and involved child guidance, with a due date of June 19, 2026.

The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.

At a glance

Total inspections
12

2 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
10

1 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

1 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
2

Last 36 months

Local comparison

12 total inspections vs 8.5 local median in 34239

Compared to 8 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.83
Local median
0.25

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
8%
Local median
4%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
50%
Local median
13%

Repeated topics

This provider
2
Local average
0.63

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
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
The personnel record did not include a signed CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form. Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the teachers file did not contain the Child Abuse and Neglect affidavit for the current year.
Correction status
Due by June 19, 2026
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 59 - Personnel Records ss.
Official code
59-05
View official 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 direcot on site].
Report comments
No credential director. Person in charge is finishing the director credential by the end of June 2025
Correction status
Due by August 29, 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
View official 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 credential director].
Report comments
no director. teacher waiting for DCF certifictae.
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
View official report
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
Utility/laundry closet next to the children bathroom was unlocked with the key on the keyhole of the doorknob. Katie locked 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) 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
View official report
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]
Correction / follow-up note
Teachers' lounge door was opened. This area has access to supplies and tools in the same area. 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) 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
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
A Student Health Examination/DH Form 3040 or equivalent, was not available for the child(ren). (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
one student file did not have a health examination.
Correction status
Due by September 29, 2023
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 57 - Children's Health/Immunization and Records ss.
Official code
57-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
A current DH Form 680, Florida Certification of Immunization, was missing for the child(ren). (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
Revising children files found one child with no immunization record on file
Correction status
Due by September 29, 2023
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 57 - Children's Health/Immunization and Records ss.
Official code
57-05
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. Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
Two children have immunization certificate expired on file. Three children have a printout of vaccines not the FDOH certificate on file.
Correction status
Due by February 24, 2023
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 57 - Children's Health/Immunization and Records ss.
Official code
57-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The parents of children enrolled were not provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus. Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
Influenza and distracted adult brochure not in children files. Facility provides the brochures with the enrollment paperwork not at the established dates.
Correction status
Due by February 24, 2023
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 57 - Children's Health/Immunization and Records ss.
Official code
57-09
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Incomplete enrollment information on CF-FSP Form 5219 or equivalent form was found for the child(ren). Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
Enrollment form - missing enrollment date.
Correction status
Due by February 24, 2023
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 58 - Enrollment Information on File/Current ss.
Official code
58-02

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 walk me through your process for maintaining staff records and ensuring all required reporting forms are current?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a June 2026 inspection indicate that a required child abuse and neglect reporting form was missing from a personnel file. This question helps clarify how the center manages administrative documentation to ensure all staff records remain complete and compliant.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you ensure that the center always has a qualified director on-site to oversee daily operations?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2025 show instances where the facility did not have a credentialed director on-site. Asking about this helps parents understand the current leadership structure and how the center maintains consistent management coverage.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps does your team take to ensure that all areas of the facility remain secure and inaccessible to children when they should not be there?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public inspection reports from 2023 and 2024 noted concerns regarding access to areas containing supplies or tools. This question allows the provider to explain their current safety protocols for securing facility spaces.
Related violations
General question

How do you handle the transition and enrollment process to ensure all required health and immunization records are collected and verified promptly?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Maintaining accurate health records is essential for the well-being of all children in care. This question helps parents understand the center's administrative diligence in managing enrollment paperwork.
General question

What is your approach to staff training and professional development to ensure all team members are well-prepared for their roles?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Ongoing training is a key indicator of a program's commitment to high-quality care. Learning about these practices helps families feel confident in the qualifications and preparedness of the staff who will be working with their children.