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Mustard Seed Kidz

2975 Eber Blvd, West Melbourne, FL 32904

License:
C18BR0283
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 13, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
337
License expiration:
November 13, 2026
Typical cost: $1,127 - $1,278 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,127 - $1,278/mo

Median daily rate: $52.00 - $59.00

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Brevard 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 inspectionMay 28, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsFebruary 26, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 16 available inspections for Mustard Seed Kidz from February 13, 2023 through May 28, 2026.

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

The most recent higher-concern violation was on May 28, 2026 and involved child guidance.

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

At a glance

Total inspections
16

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
10

2 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
6

1 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
2

Last 36 months

Local comparison

16 total inspections vs 11.5 local median in 32904

Compared to 14 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.63
Local median
0.21

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
38%
Local median
7%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
50%
Local median
16%

Repeated topics

This provider
2
Local average
0.36

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.

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Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
A method of discipline was used at the facility that was severe, humiliating or frightening to children in that [the teacher hit children with a stapler on their heads and flicked them with fingers on their mouth]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, A and s.402.305 (12), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed video footage of a method of discipline was used at the facility that was severe, humiliating or frightening to children. Resolved a time of inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Child Discipline
Official code
11-04
View official report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [last drill (lockdown) was documented on 7/18/25.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing specialist observed the provider during the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care last drill (lockdown) was documented on 7/18/25. Licensing specialist had provider conduct a fire drill at time of inspection with 35 adults and 156 children present. T/A given in regards to performing 10 fire drill and 2 emergency preparedness drills in the facilitys licensure year.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-06
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Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that [a child was allowed in the outdoor play area with no shoes, causing burn blisters on the bottom of their feet]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, A General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
Licensing Specialist was notified that a child in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that a child was allowed in the outdoor play area with no shoes, causing burn blisters on the bottom of their feet. Provider came back in compliance for this standard at time of inspection. T/A Given in regards to all the children needing to keep their shoes on at all times while being at the facility.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Equipment or surfacing on the playground that posed a burn risk was used and a child sustained a burn. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, D Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed the green turf surfacing on the toddler playground to be very hot to the touch which posed a burn risk and a child sustained a burn on the bottom of the child's feet. Provider came back in compliance for this standard at time of inspection. T/A Given in regards to all the children needing to keep their shoes on at all times while being at the facility.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-10
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Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [7] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [7] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed the one year old classroom during nap time with 7 children and 1 staff (CCP) in the classroom, the director immediately called for staff to come into the classroom, putting the provider back in compliance for this standard. T/A given in regards to infants and one's needing direct supervision at all time, including nap time.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01
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Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
Report comments
A staff who started in childcare 8/26/22 did not complete the five hours Early Literacy course. Technical assistance was given to the director that all staff should complete this course within twelve months of employment in the childcare industry.
Correction status
Due by March 26, 2024
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-06
View official report
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that [a child was left for @ 5 minutes on the playground and was contained within the fencing area]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, A (Section 5, number 4) General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
The child was contained within the fencing area and was brought back into the classroom after the head count was conducted.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-04
View official report
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The facility's transportation log did not include [all the drivers and second sweep signatures.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 6.2, number 3) General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
Technical assistance was given to the director that all the transportation logs must be signed by the driver and second sweep personnel.
Correction status
Due by November 3, 2023
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
Official code
05-04
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
Report comments
A staff who started in child care Jan 2022 did not complete the 45 hours intro course. Technical assistance was given to the director that staff should be completing the courses timely.
Correction status
Due by November 3, 2023
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
View official report
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Supervision of children in the [fours and fives ] group was inadequate in that [two children were observed fighting with each other, one child picked up a chair and stepped towards the other child who also picked up a chair and a standoff ensued, both children put the chairs down and chased each other around the room doing laps through the teachers and other children. The altercation appeared to continue around the corner behind an area where none of the three teachers saw it .]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Section 5, numbers 1 - 17) General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
Technical assistance was given to the director that staff should always be supervising the children in their care.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-01

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

Can you share more about the current training and support provided to staff regarding positive child guidance and classroom management?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in May 2026 note a concern regarding the methods used for child discipline. This question helps understand the steps taken to ensure all staff follow positive interaction policies.
Context
The finding was noted as resolved at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What specific procedures are currently in place to ensure that children are always adequately supervised, especially during outdoor play?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show multiple instances where supervision in outdoor play areas was identified as a concern. Asking about current practices helps clarify how the center maintains consistent oversight of children.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the center manage staffing levels to ensure that appropriate ratios are maintained throughout the day, including during nap times?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from June 2025 identified a concern regarding staff-to-child ratios. This question helps parents understand the center's current approach to staffing and supervision.
Context
The provider was found back in compliance at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is the process for ensuring all staff members have completed their required training and certifications on time?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate that there have been instances where staff training documentation was not fully up to date. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks and maintains staff qualifications.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the center ensure that playground equipment and surfaces are safe for children to use throughout the day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from June 2025 noted a concern regarding the safety of playground surfacing. This question helps parents understand the center's current maintenance and safety check routines.
Context
The provider was found back in compliance at the time of the inspection.
Related violations