Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.36
- Local median
- 0.19
Apple Tree Academy
2746 SW Feroe Ave, Palm City, FL 34990
- License:
- C19MA0085
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 126
- License expiration:
- May 9, 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
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 14, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsDecember 4, 2025
Summary
This summary covers 11 available inspections for Apple Tree Academy from March 27, 2023 through April 14, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with four recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on April 14, 2026 and involved staff training, with a due date of April 24, 2026.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 11
- Recorded violations
- 4
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
11 total inspections vs 6.5 local median in 34990
Compared to 10 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 36%
- Local median
- 19%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.3
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.
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Report comments
- Two childcare personnel did not complete their five hours early literacy course with 12 months of working in the childcare industry. Director will work with staff to ensure this course is completed on or before the above given date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 24, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ Soap and hand sanitizer, Bottled water, A current resource guide on first aid and CPR procedures]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- TA: was given to Director to keep First Aid Kit fully stock according to the Departments Frist Aid Kit requirements.
- Correction status
- Due by September 8, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-06
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Hand hygiene procedures, including situations or times, were not posted in food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1, D
- Report comments
- Washing hands procedures did not post on VPks's room # 2 . Completed at time of inspection & provided technical assistance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-16
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
- In one of the two year old room by the Diaper changing area the procedures did not post. 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 describe the process for ensuring all staff members stay up-to-date with their required professional development and training courses?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an April 2026 inspection indicate that documentation for certain required staff training courses was missing or not properly uploaded to the registry.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage the inventory and restocking of your first aid kits to ensure all required supplies are always available?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from August 2025 noted that the facility's first aid kit was missing several required items, such as soap, hand sanitizer, and a resource guide.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that health and sanitation procedure posters remain visible and properly displayed in all classrooms and care areas?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from July 2024 show that hand hygiene procedures were not posted in certain areas at the time of the visit, though the issue was addressed during the inspection.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you maintain consistency in following diapering and hygiene protocols across all classrooms throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a March 2023 inspection noted that diaper changing procedures were not posted in a changing area, which was corrected at the time of the visit.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question
What is your approach to communicating with families about daily routines and any changes to classroom policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication helps parents understand how the center manages daily operations and keeps families informed about important updates.