Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.27
- Local median
- 0.23
Early Steps Child Care LLC
109 S Pressview Ave, Longwood, FL 32750
- License:
- C18SE0410
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 45
- License expiration:
- August 31, 2026
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
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 inspectionApril 14, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsDecember 3, 2025
Summary
This summary covers 11 available inspections for Early Steps Child Care LLC from August 11, 2023 through April 14, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with three recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 14, 2026 and involved staff-to-child ratio.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 11
- Recorded violations
- 3
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
11 total inspections vs 10 local median in 32750
Compared to 21 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 9%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 27%
- Local median
- 15%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.29
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.
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [4] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [8] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Licensing Specialist observed a ratio of 1:8 for the Infants mix room. Completed at time of inspection as the ratio was corrected to 2:8 for the Infants mix. Ratio: Infants mix initial ratio 1:8 Infants mix corrected ratio 2:8 Twos 1:8 Threes mix 1:13
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swings] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- The ground cover, pine bark nuggets under the swings was not maintained and not a minimum of 6 inches deep. Measured at 1 inch.
- Correction status
- Due by September 2, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
No recorded violations in this report
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 (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- One child does not have a D/H form 3040.
- Correction status
- Due by May 17, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
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
Can you explain the current process for ensuring that staff-to-child ratios are consistently maintained throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from April 2026 noted an instance where the required staff-to-child ratio was not met. Asking about current procedures helps parents understand how the center manages supervision and staffing levels.
- Context
- The ratio was corrected immediately at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you monitor and maintain the safety and condition of the outdoor play equipment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in July 2024 noted that the protective ground cover under the swings needed maintenance. This question helps parents understand the center's routine for checking and upkeep of play areas.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for ensuring that all required health and enrollment forms are complete and up-to-date for every child?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from April 2024 identified a missing health form for a student. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the center tracks and manages important medical documentation.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families regarding daily routines and any changes in classroom staffing?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication about daily operations and staffing helps parents feel connected and informed about their child's environment. Understanding these channels of communication is a key part of choosing a program that fits a family's needs.
General question
What training do staff members receive regarding safety protocols and classroom management?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about staff training helps parents understand the center's commitment to professional development and high standards of care. This information provides insight into how the team is prepared to support children throughout the day.