Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.47
- Local median
- 0.46
Little Newtons Academy at Heathrow
1032 AAA Dr, Lake Mary, FL 32746
- License:
- C18SE0335
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 167
- License expiration:
- July 2, 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 8, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 8, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 15 available inspections for Little Newtons Academy at Heathrow from February 28, 2023 through June 8, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with seven recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on February 20, 2024 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of March 20, 2024.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in two inspections.
Eight later inspections, from February 21, 2024 through June 8, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 15
- Recorded violations
- 7
- 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
15 total inspections vs 12 local median in 32746
Compared to 25 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 13%
- Local median
- 14%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 27%
- 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.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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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 (Section 14.2, number 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Extinguishers last tagged in 2022.
- Correction status
- Due by March 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
No recorded violations in this report
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
- Roster is not updated.
- Correction status
- Due by November 17, 2023
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 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
- Report comments
- Department approved literacy training was not completed for one personnel.
- Correction status
- Due by July 12, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Report comments
- A completed employment history verification was missing for three personnel. One employment history verification was completed at time of inspection. There are two pending.
- Correction status
- Due by July 12, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [[one] slide on the preschool playground] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Fall zone turf surfacing on the preschool playground was observed to be deficient near the base of the slide.
- Correction status
- Due by March 30, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Program personnel did not complete training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children, or if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the program. (Section 18.1) Training [SR]
- Report comments
- School Readiness training was not completed for two personnel.
- Correction status
- Due by March 30, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
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 19.4, number 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- The Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form was not signed annually by five personnel.
- Correction status
- Due by March 30, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
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 do you ensure that all staff background screening records and rosters are kept current and accurate?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an October 2023 inspection show that the facility did not maintain a current employee roster in the state clearinghouse. Asking about this process helps clarify how the center currently manages these important personnel requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for verifying that all new staff have completed the required employment history checks before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from June 2023 noted that some employment history verifications were missing for personnel. This question helps parents understand how the center ensures all staff meet hiring and documentation standards.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe your routine for checking and maintaining safety equipment, such as fire extinguishers, to ensure they are always ready for use?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from February 2024 indicate that fire extinguishers were not serviced and retagged on time. Asking about the current maintenance schedule provides insight into how the facility stays on top of safety equipment requirements.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on June 8, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you track and support staff in completing their required early literacy and professional development training?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from June 2023 show a finding regarding documentation for required early literacy training. This question helps parents learn how the center ensures its teachers remain up-to-date with their professional qualifications.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your approach to maintaining outdoor play areas and ensuring that surfaces remain safe for children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from February 2023 noted that the protective surfacing under playground equipment was not properly maintained. Asking about current maintenance practices helps parents understand how the facility keeps play spaces in good condition.
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