Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.67
- Local median
- 0.25
Serendipity Learning Center
410 Ridge Rd, Fern Park, FL 32730
- License:
- C18SE0294
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 205
- License expiration:
- June 19, 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 9, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 9, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 18 available inspections for Serendipity Learning Center from February 17, 2023 through June 9, 2026.
Seven inspections recorded violations, with 12 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on February 3, 2026 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of March 3, 2026.
Transportation was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
Two later inspections, from April 10, 2026 through June 9, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 18
- Recorded violations
- 12
- Higher-concern violations
- 3
- Repeated topics
- 2
4 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
18 total inspections vs 10 local median in Seminole County
Compared to 222 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 17%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 39%
- Local median
- 17%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 0.47
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
October 8, 2024May 21, 2025February 3, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
February 8, 2024October 8, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Extinguishers last tagged January 2025.
- Correction status
- Due by March 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- A vehicle(s) used to transport children did not have an annual inspection by a mechanic to ensure it was in proper working order. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, A General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Inspection report expired in March.
- Correction status
- Due by June 2, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-03
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Fire inspection was conducted on 5/16/25; however, the report indicate violations. The facility will be placed on a provisional license.
- Correction status
- Due by November 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Classroom have holes in walls.
- Correction status
- Due by November 8, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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 [for the month os September]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- An inclement weather drill was recorded on 8/14/24. 17 adults and 60 children. Cleared in 60 seconds.
- Correction status
- Due by October 18, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Report comments
- One personnel.
- Correction status
- Due by November 8, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, B & D Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Childcare staff failed to complete and share the accident/incident report on the day of the incident. Completed at time of inspection as staff completed the incident report on a later date and the child is no longer enrolled.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-04
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [slides in the far plyground] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- There was insufficient ground cover (mulch/wood chips) in the fall zones of the far playground. Picture taken.
- Correction status
- Due by June 21, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K
- Report comments
- Employee roster was not maintained. Completed at time of inspection as two staff were added and two removed.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
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 [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- Report comments
- Two staff do not have documentation of completion of the fire extinguisher training.
- Correction status
- Due by March 8, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Four staff need current signed Abuse/Neglect reporting requirements.
- Correction status
- Due by March 8, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- One personnel had a Status of Screening in Process. Personnel departed the facility and will not return until an eligible screening is acquired.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
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 current process for ensuring all vehicles used for transport are inspected by a mechanic on an annual basis?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from May 2025 noted that a vehicle used to transport children did not have a current annual inspection by a mechanic. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center tracks and maintains these safety requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center manage and verify that all staff members are correctly listed in the state's personnel roster?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in May 2024 indicate a finding regarding the maintenance of the employee roster. This question allows you to understand the current administrative practices for keeping personnel records accurate.
- Context
- The record indicates this was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that emergency equipment, such as fire extinguishers, is serviced and tagged on schedule?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that emergency preparedness, including fire extinguisher maintenance, has been a recurring topic in recent reports. Asking about the current maintenance schedule helps you understand how the center stays proactive with safety equipment.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center track and document that all staff have completed their required training, such as fire safety training?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate that staff training documentation has been a topic of discussion in multiple inspections. This question helps you learn about the center's current system for ensuring all personnel remain up to date on required training.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the center's policy for communicating with parents if an accident or incident occurs while a child is in your care?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from August 2024 noted a finding regarding the timely sharing of incident reports with parents. Understanding the current communication policy ensures you know what to expect regarding notifications.
- Context
- The record indicates this was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations