Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.46
- Local median
- 0.46
Ladybird Academy of Lake Mary
185 Timacuan Blvd, Lake Mary, FL 32746
- License:
- C18SE0144
- 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: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 232
- License expiration:
- June 7, 2027
Typical cost: $1,278 - $1,387 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,278 - $1,387/mo
Median daily rate: $59.00 - $64.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Seminole County data.
Not this provider’s price.
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 inspectionMay 11, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 11, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 13 available inspections for Ladybird Academy of Lake Mary from February 3, 2023 through May 11, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with six recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on May 17, 2023 and involved staff-to-child ratio.
10 later inspections, from May 24, 2023 through May 11, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 13
- Recorded violations
- 6
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
13 total inspections vs 12 local median in 32746
Compared to 25 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 15%
- Local median
- 14%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 23%
- Local median
- 25%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 1.04
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.
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Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [3] child care personnel for [9 (infant/one) year old] children is required. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [9 (infant/one) year old] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S.
- Inspector notes
- An initial ratio of 2 child care personnel were observed to supervise 9 infant/one year old children. A third staff member was positioned in the classroom to alleviate ratio concerns.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facilitys refrigerator and/or freezer does not have an appropriate thermometer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1
- Report comments
- The facility's freezers did not have a thermometer.
- Correction status
- Due by June 17, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-23
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Frozen food was not [ labeled by date and type]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.2 and 3.
- Report comments
- Some frozen food items were not labeled.
- Correction status
- Due by June 17, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-24
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- Report comments
- Safe sleep training was missing for three personnel.
- Correction status
- Due by June 17, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- Child care personnel inappropriately interacted with children in care in a manner that was aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, C
- Inspector notes
- One personnel was observed to interact in an aggressive manner with a child as evidenced by video footage. The personnel's employment was terminated thereafter. Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments None at this time. ____________________________________________ Inspected by: Ashley Hanna 03/20/2023 ____________________________________________ Received by: Haley Brinkmeier 03/20/2023
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 47 - Access/Child Safety
- Official code
- 47-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's menu was not [ was not dated]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H
- Report comments
- The facility's menu was not dated. The provider was reminded of the requirement at time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
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
How do you ensure that classroom staffing levels are consistently maintained throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2023 inspection show a finding regarding staff-to-child ratios. This question helps parents understand the current procedures in place to support consistent supervision.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection, and subsequent inspections have been clear.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for training new staff on positive interaction and guidance techniques?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2023 noted a concern regarding staff interactions with children. Asking about training helps parents understand the center's approach to maintaining a positive environment.
- Context
- The personnel involved was terminated at the time of the report.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe how you monitor and document food safety, such as labeling and temperature checks?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2023 mention findings related to food storage and equipment monitoring. This question helps parents understand the current standards for food safety and record-keeping.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you track and verify that all staff members are up to date on their required safety training?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2023 inspection indicate a finding regarding documentation of staff training. This question allows parents to learn about the center's current system for ensuring all staff meet professional development requirements.
Related violations
General question
What is your typical daily routine for infants and toddlers, and how do you communicate that schedule to parents?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding the daily routine helps parents feel comfortable with how the center manages transitions, naps, and meals. It provides insight into how the facility structures the day to meet the needs of younger children.