Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.33
- Local median
- 0
Hobe Sound Early Learning Center
11580 SE Gomez Ave, Hobe Sound, FL 33455
- License:
- C19MA0016
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Head Start, School Readiness, VPK, Food Served, Full Day, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 296
- License expiration:
- May 5, 2027
Typical cost: $1,300 - $1,300 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,300 - $1,300/mo
Median daily rate: $60.00 - $60.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Martin 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 22, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 22, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 12 available inspections for Hobe Sound Early Learning Center from March 22, 2023 through April 22, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with four recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on August 4, 2025 and involved medication, with a due date of September 4, 2025.
Two later inspections, from December 23, 2025 through April 22, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 12
- Recorded violations
- 4
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 1
3 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
12 total inspections vs 2 local median in 33455
Compared to 12 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 8%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 0%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.17
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
November 25, 2024December 26, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- The facility did not obtain written authorization prior to administering emergency non-prescription medication. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, D and K Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- The facility did not have a signed authorization form from parent to administer medication to child listed on supplemental. TA: was given to Director to have parent signature on authorization form when administering medication.
- Correction status
- Due by September 4, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-09
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child Care personnel, who were not in compliance with training requirements when they left the industry, did not complete required training and any new mandated training before returning to the industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.3, B Training [SR]
- Report comments
- Three child Care personnels, listed on the supplemental have not completed their Training on 11/25/2024. Counselor provided technical assistance to the provider Due date Completed at time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-05
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child Care personnel, who were not in compliance with training requirements when they left the industry, did not complete required training and any new mandated training before returning to the industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.3, B Training [SR]
- Report comments
- The facility has 3 Child Care personnels, who were not in compliance with training requirements when they left the industry, did not complete required training and any new mandated training before returning to the industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.3, B • Provided Technical Assistance.
- Correction status
- Due by December 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-05
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: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing procedure was not posted in the changing area and/or was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, L
- Report comments
- Reposted by a staff member & completed at time of inspection
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-14
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 explain the current process for ensuring all necessary parent authorizations are in place before any medication is administered?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an August 2025 inspection show a finding regarding the need for written authorization prior to administering medication. This question helps clarify how the center tracks these forms to ensure they are always on file.
- Context
- The issue was noted as requiring correction by September 2025, and a later inspection in April 2026 showed no findings.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center track and verify that all staff members have completed their required training before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from late 2024 indicate instances where staff training requirements were not fully met. Asking about the current tracking process provides insight into how the center ensures all team members are up to date on their professional requirements.
- Context
- The training issues were addressed at the time of the inspections.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that health and sanitation procedures, such as those for diapering, are consistently posted and followed by all staff?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2023 noted a finding regarding the posting of diaper changing procedures. This question allows the director to describe how they maintain consistent sanitation practices in the classroom.
- Context
- This was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families about daily routines and any changes in classroom procedures?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication helps families feel confident in how the center manages daily care and updates parents on important operational changes.
General question
What is your approach to onboarding new staff members to ensure they understand the center's policies and expectations?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how staff are prepared for their roles helps parents gain insight into the center's commitment to consistent care and supervision.