Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.56
- Local median
- 0.08
3 Little Birds Preschool and Learning Center Altamonte Springs
480 Fruitland St, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
- License:
- C18SE0417
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 103
- License expiration:
- December 4, 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
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 inspectionApril 3, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 3, 2026
Summary
This summary covers nine available inspections for 3 Little Birds Preschool and Learning Center Altamonte Springs from November 20, 2023 through April 3, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with five recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on February 18, 2025 and involved staff-to-child ratio.
Four later inspections, from March 28, 2025 through April 3, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 9
- Recorded violations
- 5
- Higher-concern violations
- 3
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
9 total inspections vs 0.5 local median in 32701
Compared to 12 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 22%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 22%
- Local median
- 8%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0
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
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [15] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- According to Seminole County ELC observation, a ratio of 1:15 for ones mix was observed. Completed at time of inspection, as the ratio was corrected to 2:11.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility is licensed to serve [11] children. A total of [12] children were counted at the center and/or were on a field trip. CCF Handbook , Section 3.4.1, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- According to Seminole county ELC observation, the licensed capacity was exceeded for the ones, twos, and threes/fours groups. Completed at time of inspection, as the capacities were corrected.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
- Official code
- 15-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- According to Seminole county ELC observation, one personnel was observed in supervised care of children and did not complete preservice training within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- Upon arrival at the destination, it was determined that the driver of the vehicle, or assigned child care personnel, failed to mark each child off the log as children departed the vehicle. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2, F General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed that on 7/23/24, the transportation log did not include each child as marked off the log as the children departed the vehicle.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-05
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed the attendance roster in the ones room, twos room, and fours room was not ensured that arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-03
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
How does the center ensure that appropriate staff-to-child ratios are maintained throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in February 2025 noted a situation where staffing ratios were not met. Asking about current practices helps parents understand how the center monitors and adjusts staffing levels in real time.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection, and subsequent inspections have not noted this concern.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you explain the process for tracking children's arrival and departure times to ensure all records are accurate?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from August 2024 identified a need for more consistent attendance documentation. This question helps parents understand the current procedures used to maintain accurate daily records.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to verify that every child is accounted for when they enter or exit a vehicle during transportation?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from August 2024 mention a finding regarding the use of transportation logs. Discussing this process helps parents understand the safety protocols in place for children during transit.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center manage and track staff training requirements to ensure everyone is prepared for their roles?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An inspection report from February 2025 noted a finding related to staff training timelines. Asking about this helps parents understand how the center tracks professional development and ensures staff are ready for their responsibilities.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question
How do you handle communication with parents regarding daily routines and any changes in classroom activities?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about communication methods helps families stay informed about their child's day and feel connected to the center's daily operations.