Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.64
- Local median
- 0.28
Green Shoots Academy
503 S 32nd St, Fort Pierce, FL 34947
- License:
- C19SL0159
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 46
- License expiration:
- November 25, 2026
Typical cost: $1,300 - $1,382 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,300 - $1,382/mo
Median daily rate: $60.00 - $63.80
Official Florida Division of Early Learning St. Lucie 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 inspectionJune 15, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsOctober 13, 2025
Summary
This summary covers 14 available inspections for Green Shoots Academy from February 13, 2023 through June 15, 2026.
Seven inspections recorded violations, with nine recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 15, 2026 and involved background screening, with a due date of June 29, 2026.
That higher-concern topic showed up in two inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 14
- Recorded violations
- 9
- Higher-concern violations
- 4
- Repeated topics
- 1
4 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
14 total inspections vs 10.5 local median in 34947
Compared to 20 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 29%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 22%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.25
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Background screening
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
February 26, 2026June 15, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ every five years after the initial screening.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed during the file review that the childcare personnel background screening retention expired 5/31/2026.
- Correction status
- Due by June 29, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [climbing equipment, swings and slides on the playground] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- Playground equipment fall zones mulch not maintained and need resilient surface.
- Correction status
- Due by March 26, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ every five years after the initial screening.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Personnel staff live scan background screening level II have expired. See supplemental.
- Correction status
- Due by March 12, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Report comments
- See supplemental
- Correction status
- Due by April 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- #41 - #42 Reviewed (23) children files that included infants to three-year-olds. No newly enrolled. Children with expired immunizations are listed on the confidential document and technical assistance provided with the office staff Ms., J. during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by March 27, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 10, numbers 1-11) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Tree branch observed hanging down from the tree on the children's slide on the large middle playground. Playground barrier around the climbing equipment need to be repaired due to separated boards and metal stakes showing. Playground lawn need to be mowed and maintained. Cable wire hanging down on the ground on the outside of the fence near the playground in the parking area.
- Correction status
- Due by November 16, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-06
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [25 school age] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [26 school age] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The large room near the kitchen were observed with (26) school age children and (1) teacher present. Inspector counted the children and also had the teacher present to count the children as well and informed the teacher present that the group was only allowed 1:25 School age (5) years of age and older unless another staff personnel was present. The children were then taken outside to the playground where the group was split and several of the children were being transported to the sibling facility.
- 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 [46] children. A total of [56] children were counted at the center and/or were on a field trip. CCF Handbook , Section 3.4.1, C Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Inspector conducted an inspection of the classrooms and playground with the Director and the children present were as follows: Infant's 2:5 Two's 1:9 School Age 1:26 School Age 2:16 The facility exceed the licensed capacity of (46) with a total of (56) children present. The Director telephoned the Owner and approximately (10) or more children are being transported to the sibling facility during the inspection. Director / Owner to ensure that even during the summer time to ensure not to exceed the licensed capacity. This also includes if the children are on a field trip and assigned to that facility the licensed capacity is still enforced. Insert from the Childcare Facility Ha ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
- Official code
- 15-01
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log did not include [staff signature of the second sweep]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Technical assistance provided with the Driver, Staff and Owner, regarding the transportation log missing the second sweep - see supplemental log. This was completed by the second signatures signed on the log during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-04
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
Could you explain the current process for tracking staff background screening renewals to ensure they remain up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from recent inspections show that background screening documentation was not completed by the required five-year interval. This question helps clarify the steps the center is taking to maintain accurate and current records for all staff.
- Context
- The most recent finding regarding background screening was noted in June 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that staff-to-child ratios are consistently maintained throughout the day, including during transitions or transport?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted a concern regarding staff-to-child ratios. Asking about current practices helps parents understand how the facility manages supervision to ensure every child receives appropriate attention.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you monitor and maintain the safety of outdoor play equipment to ensure it remains in good condition for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show a past finding regarding the maintenance of protective surfaces under playground equipment. This question allows the director to describe the routine safety checks performed on the playground.
- Context
- This issue was identified in an inspection from early 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for ensuring that all required staff training and professional development courses are completed and documented on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate a previous instance where documentation for required staff training was not available. This question helps parents learn about the administrative oversight used to track staff qualifications.
Related violations
General question
How does the center communicate with families about daily routines and any changes to the schedule or classroom environment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication helps parents feel connected to their child's daily experience and informed about how the center operates. Understanding these routines provides insight into how the facility manages transitions and keeps families updated.