Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.5
- Local median
- 0.58
Explore And Discover
852 Jupiter Blvd NW, Palm Bay, FL 32907
- License:
- C18BR0347
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 135
- License expiration:
- September 9, 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 22, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 22, 2026
Summary
This summary covers eight available inspections for Explore And Discover from August 26, 2024 through May 22, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with four recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on May 6, 2026 and involved transportation, with a due date of May 20, 2026.
That higher-concern topic showed up in two inspections.
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
- 4
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 1
5 in last 12 months
4 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
8 total inspections vs 12.5 local median in 32907
Compared to 8 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 25%
- Local median
- 17%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 25%
- Local median
- 26%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 1.38
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Transportation
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
December 5, 2025May 6, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that child care personnel participating in the transportation of children were trained on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.6
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed staff missing transportation training. TA given, all staff transporting children in vehicle must have transportation training prior to transporting children.
- Correction status
- Due by May 20, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-10
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed missing Florida Certificate of Immunization for child listed on supplemental. TA given, all children must have a current Immunization withing 30 days of enrollment.
- Correction status
- Due by May 20, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed missing Medical Evaluation for child listed on supplemental. TA given, all children must have a current Medical Evaluation on record within 30 days of enrollment.
- Correction status
- Due by May 20, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
No recorded violations in this report
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
- Report comments
- One of the driver's physicals had expired. Technical assistance was given to the staff in charge, and the facility has a due date of 12/15/25 to comply.
- Correction status
- Due by December 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
- Official code
- 06-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 ensuring all staff who transport children have completed the required training?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a May 2026 inspection show that the facility did not have documented proof of required transportation training for staff. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center ensures all drivers are properly prepared.
- Context
- A later inspection on May 22, 2026, did not identify this issue.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center manage and track physical examination requirements for staff who drive for the facility?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from December 2025 noted that a driver's physical examination had expired. This question helps parents understand the internal system used to keep these important health records current.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that all children's health and immunization records are complete and up to date upon enrollment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records from May 2026 show that some student health and immunization documents were missing at the time of the visit. Discussing the current record-keeping process helps parents understand how the center maintains compliance with these health requirements.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families if a required document, such as a health or immunization form, is nearing its expiration date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Proactive communication regarding documentation helps ensure that children's files remain complete. Understanding the center's outreach process provides insight into how they partner with families to keep records current.
General question
What is the center's policy for conducting regular internal reviews of staff and student files to ensure all requirements are met?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular internal audits are a helpful way for a facility to stay organized and compliant. Learning about these practices offers families confidence in the center's administrative oversight.