Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.82
- Local median
- 0.29
Explore And Discover, Melbourne, Inc.
3100 Aurora Rd, Melbourne, FL 32934
- License:
- C18BR0292
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 187
- License expiration:
- January 5, 2027
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 inspectionMarch 30, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 30, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 11 available inspections for Explore And Discover, Melbourne, Inc. from April 19, 2023 through March 30, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with nine recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on August 13, 2025 and involved supervision.
Two later inspections, from December 3, 2025 through March 30, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 11
- Recorded violations
- 9
- Higher-concern violations
- 5
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
11 total inspections vs 11 local median in Melbourne
Compared to 46 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 18%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 27%
- Local median
- 18%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.3
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
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- There were insufficient personnel readily accessible to meet ratio requirements during nap time. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.2 General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed the mixed age group of 1-2 year old's with 1 child care personnel for 10 children at nap time. The teacher who's assigned to this classroom came back from lunch putting the facility back in compliance for this standard. T/A Given in regards to infants and one year old's having direct supervision at all times (including nap time).
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-06
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed all personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include an updated CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [13 two year old] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [13 two year old] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Technical assistance was given to the staff in charge that all classes should be in ratio. A staff came in the classroom at the time of the inspection to balance out the ratio.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log did not include [the second sweep signatures for June 3,4,5,7 and 30 of 2024. Also the log did not include the Driver's signature for August 13, 15 and 27 of 2024.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Technical assistance was provided to the staff in charge and the facility has a due date of 10/3/24 to comply and email the information to this Licensing Specialist.
- Correction status
- Due by October 3, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-04
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's driver did not have [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Two of the drivers did not have current physical examinations on file. Technical assistance was given to the staff in charge that the driver's physical should always be current. The facility has a due date of 9/13/24 to comply.
- Correction status
- Due by September 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
- Official code
- 06-01
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- The Fire Extinguishers in the facility and in the vehicles utilized in transporting the children were all expired. Technical assistance was given to the staff in charge and the Service company was immediately contacted by the staff in charge and the fire extinguishers were serviced at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Report comments
- A staff who started in childcare 10/18/22 did not complete the 45 hours training. Technical assistance was given to the facility that staff should start the 45 hours training within 90 days of being in childcare and complete it within a year.
- Correction status
- Due by October 3, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Report comments
- Two staff who started in childcare 6/21/21 and 7/25/23 did not complete the five hours Early Literacy. Technical assistance was given to the staff in charge and the facility has a due date of 10/3/24 to comply.
- Correction status
- Due by October 3, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ every five years after the initial screening.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- A staff did not have current Level 2 Screening on file. Technical assistance was given to the staff in charge and the facility had a due date of 9/13/24 to comply.
- Correction status
- Due by September 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
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 walk me through your current process for ensuring that classroom supervision ratios are maintained at all times, including during nap time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an August 2025 inspection noted an instance where staffing levels were insufficient during nap time. Asking about current procedures helps families understand how the center ensures consistent supervision throughout the day.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection, and a later inspection on March 30, 2026, was completed without findings.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that all staff members have their required background screenings and certifications up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from September 2024 identified a gap in background screening documentation for a staff member. This question helps parents understand the administrative processes used to keep personnel records current.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage and verify the documentation for your transportation logs and driver requirements?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from September 2024 noted missing physical exam documentation for drivers and incomplete entries in transportation logs. This question allows the provider to explain their current oversight practices for transportation safety.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for tracking and ensuring that all staff members complete their required professional training and development courses?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from September 2024 indicated that some staff members had not completed required training courses by the expected timeframe. This question helps parents learn how the center monitors staff training compliance.
Related violations
General question
How do you handle daily communication with parents regarding their child's routine and any changes in the classroom environment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication is essential for parents to feel connected to their child's daily experiences. Understanding how a center shares information helps families determine if the provider's communication style aligns with their needs.