Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.38
- Local median
- 0.79
Lutheran Services Florida, Inc.
990 US 27 N, South Bay, FL 33493
- License:
- C15PB0005
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, Head Start, VPK, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 181
- License expiration:
- December 31, 2026
Typical cost: Not available for Palm Beach County.
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 inspectionFebruary 6, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsFebruary 6, 2026
Summary
This summary covers eight available inspections for Lutheran Services Florida, Inc. from April 26, 2023 through February 6, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with three recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on November 10, 2025 and involved administrative posting.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 8
- Recorded violations
- 3
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
8 total inspections vs 11.5 local median in 33493
Compared to 16 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 11%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 25%
- Local median
- 32%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 2.75
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
No repeated topics found
The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.
Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The following interior areas of the facility were observed to not be in good repair: [the right plate on the water fountain had broken off of the wall].
- Report comments
- The water fountain had a side that had come loose from the wall. TA: All interior features must be in good repair at all times. Resolved at the time of inspection
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Floor, Walls, and Ceiling Good Repair (Article X.A)
- Official code
- 15-03
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The following equipment and/or toys were unsanitary: [the slide on the small playground structure].
- Report comments
- There were spider webs on the slide on the small playground structure. TA: All exterior equipment is to be checked daily for cleanliness and safety Resolved at the time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Play Equipment (Article X.A, and H)
- Official code
- 31-10
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current Form 680, Florida Certificate of Immunization, or Form 681 on file.
- Correction / follow-up note
- Child KC had an expired immunization record in the file. The facility was able to contact the parents and got the most recent shot record sent to the facility so this was corrected on site. TA: Immunization records must be kept up to date for all children.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 76 - Immunization Current (Form 680) (Article XV.C)
- Official code
- 76-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 describe the process for keeping children's immunization records up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from August 2025 noted an instance where a child's immunization record was expired. This question helps clarify how the center tracks these documents to ensure they remain current for all children.
- Context
- The record was updated at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the daily routine for checking the cleanliness of the outdoor playground equipment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a November 2025 inspection mentioned that some outdoor equipment needed cleaning. Asking about the daily maintenance routine helps parents understand how the facility ensures play areas are ready for children each day.
- Context
- The issue was resolved at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the staff monitor the condition of indoor facilities to ensure everything stays in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from November 2025 noted an item in the facility that required repair. This question allows the director to explain the maintenance schedule and how they keep the environment in good condition.
- Context
- The repair was completed at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question
What is your approach to communicating with families if a child's health or enrollment paperwork is nearing its expiration date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Proactive communication regarding documentation helps ensure that all required health records remain valid without interruption. Understanding this process gives parents confidence in how the center manages administrative responsibilities.
General question
How do you involve staff in the daily safety and cleanliness checks of the classrooms and play areas?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular environmental checks are essential for maintaining a well-kept space for children. Learning about the team's role in these checks provides insight into the center's commitment to daily facility upkeep.