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Stepping Stones Early Childhood Center

2132 W State Road 434, Longwood, FL 32779

License:
C18SE0264
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 13, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
VPK, Full Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
156
License expiration:
June 23, 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 inspectionJune 10, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 10, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 14 available inspections for Stepping Stones Early Childhood Center from January 13, 2023 through June 10, 2026.

Three inspections recorded violations, with three recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on June 6, 2024 and involved health or food records, with a due date of July 8, 2024.

Staff-to-child ratio was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.

Eight later inspections, from June 12, 2024 through June 10, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
14

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
3

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
2

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

14 total inspections vs 9 local median in 32779

Compared to 14 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.21
Local median
0.17

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
14%
Local median
8%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
21%
Local median
9%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.21

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.

View official report
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
Report comments
Three children do not have a current Certification of Immunization DH Form 680.
Correction status
Due by July 8, 2024
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-01
View official report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [8] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [8] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S.
Inspector notes
One staff with 8 one year old children observed and two staff with 8 one year old children is required. Completed at time of inspection as second staff went in the room with 2 additional children making the new ratio 2 staff with 10 one year old children.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01
View official report
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that [a child was unattended in the outdoor play area for a brief time.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, A
Report comments
A child was unsupervised in the outdoor play area between 3 and 5 minutes. Completed at time of inspection as child returned to supervision and staff responsible was disciplined.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-04

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 does your team manage staff-to-child ratios throughout the day to ensure every group is fully covered?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show an inspection in 2024 where the required staff-to-child ratio was not maintained, though the situation was addressed at the time of the visit.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What procedures are in place to ensure children are always supervised while playing outdoors?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from 2023 noted a finding regarding supervision in the outdoor play area, which was resolved immediately during the visit.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

Could you explain your process for tracking and updating student health and immunization records?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2024 indicate that some immunization forms were missing, and this question helps clarify how the center keeps these files current for all families.
Related violations
General question

How do you handle transitions between different activities to ensure children remain supervised and engaged?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how staff manage transitions helps parents see how the center maintains consistent oversight during busy parts of the daily routine.
General question

What is your process for communicating with parents if there is a change in staffing or a shift in daily classroom routines?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication about staffing and routines helps families feel confident and informed about the daily care environment.