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The Learning Tree

399 NW 23rd St, Boca Raton, FL 33431

License:
C15PB0551
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 11, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
45
License expiration:
December 31, 2026

Typical cost: Not available for Palm Beach County.

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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 23, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 23, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 13 available inspections for The Learning Tree from April 25, 2023 through June 23, 2026.

Two inspections recorded violations, with five recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on February 9, 2026 and involved attendance accountability.

Two later inspections on June 23, 2026 showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
13

4 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
5

4 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
3

3 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

13 total inspections vs 11 local median in 33431

Compared to 15 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.38
Local median
0.4

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
8%
Local median
11%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
15%
Local median
20%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
Local average
1.2

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
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
A staffing ratio of [1:4 ] for the children age [0-24 months ] is the minimum required. There was/were [1] staff for [5] children aged [0- 24 months ] observed. General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, observed there were five children to one staff in the infant room 0-12 months. There were also already 4 infants to one staff in the 12-24 months room. Staff moved additional child in younger infant room to older infant room, resolving non-compliance during inspection. Technical assistance was provided that staffing ratios with children must be maintained at all times for each age/classroom group.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Staff Ratio (Articles VIII.B, C, and XVIII.A, B)
Official code
05-01
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
The daily attendance log for the [VPK] group was not completed to give real time information. Safety [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
During the inspection, observed not all children were signed out on the daily attendance log for the VPK class. The staff for the VPK class promptly updated and corrected the attendance log for the classroom. Technical assistance was provided that all daily attendance logs must be complete to give real time information for each classroom/group.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E)
Official code
34-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
Safety glass was not used in the [bathroom of the VPK room ].
Inspector notes
During the inspection, observed safety glass was not installed for protecting the light bulbs in the VPK class bathroom. Technical assistance was provided that all light fixtures must have safety glass covering to protect from the bulbs breaking/posing a hazard.
Correction status
Due by March 12, 2026
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Toxic/Hazardous Items (Article X.A)
Official code
36-14
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
The facility did not maintain a minimum distance of 18 inches around individual napping spaces. Safety [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
During the inspection, observed three children in the 3- and 4-year-olds classroom group were napping on cots placed less than 18 inches apart. Director was informed and promptly corrected the violation by moving the middle child and their cot to another area with adequate spacing in the classroom, resolving the non-compliance at time of the inspection.Technical assistance was provided that all children must be maintained a minimum of 18 inches around individual napping spaces.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 38 - Furniture/Bedding (Articles X.A, C; XII.I and XV.E)
Official code
38-19
View official report
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The bleach solution being used for sanitizing was more than 200 ppm when tested with a chlorine test strip.
Report comments
bleach solution tested today in diapering area with chlorine strips - reading was over 200 ppm -
Correction status
Due by March 5, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 13 - Appropriate Sanitizers (Articles XIV.D and XV.E)
Official code
13-01

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 the current process for keeping accurate, real-time attendance logs for each classroom?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from February 2026 noted that attendance logs were not fully completed to show real-time information for a group. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center ensures all children are accounted for throughout the day.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What measures are in place to ensure that all light fixtures in restrooms have the necessary protective covers?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in February 2026 identified a missing safety glass cover for a light fixture in a classroom bathroom. This question allows the director to explain how they maintain facility safety and prevent potential hazards.
Context
The correction was due by March 12, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the staff ensure that napping spaces are arranged with the required amount of distance between them?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from February 2026 noted that cots were placed closer than the required 18 inches apart. This question helps parents understand how the center manages sleep environment standards.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your process for monitoring and maintaining the correct staff-to-child ratios throughout the day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that staffing ratios have been a topic of discussion in recent reports. Asking about the current approach to staffing helps parents understand how the center ensures consistent supervision.
Related violations
General question

How often do you review your daily routines and safety protocols with your teaching staff?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Regular communication and training are essential for maintaining a consistent environment for children. This question helps parents understand the center's commitment to ongoing staff development and operational quality.