Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.31
- Local median
- 0.56
KidLife Preschool
5300 Melville Rd, Fort Pierce, FL 34982
- License:
- C19SL0167
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 96
- License expiration:
- June 1, 2027
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
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 inspectionMay 22, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 22, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 16 available inspections for KidLife Preschool from January 4, 2023 through May 22, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with five recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on April 27, 2026 and involved staff training, with a due date of May 27, 2026.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 16
- Recorded violations
- 5
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
4 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
16 total inspections vs 2 local median in 34982
Compared to 11 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 6%
- Local median
- 7%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 25%
- Local median
- 25%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.27
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
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
- Report comments
- Personnel present did not have documentation of the fire extinguisher training completed within (30) days or hire.
- Correction status
- Due by May 27, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
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
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- The facility ceiling has lint buildup in the vents, needing to be cleaned. The facility recommends completing an air quality control.
- Correction status
- Due by February 19, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C (Section 19.5, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- The facility has an un-screening person, working at the facility during business hours. The facility told the Construction worker to leave and come back after hours when children are not in care.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- The facility have 19 Immunization records expired.
- Correction status
- Due by May 18, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
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
- The facility have 4 student with no health examination.
- Correction status
- Due by May 18, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
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 share how the center ensures that all staff members are fully cleared through background screening before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2023 inspection report noted an instance where documentation for a background screening was missing for an individual present at the facility. This question helps clarify the current process for verifying that everyone on-site has the required clearances.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current process for ensuring that all staff members have their required training documentation, such as fire extinguisher training, updated and on file?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from April 2026 identified that documentation for fire extinguisher training was missing for some personnel. Asking about this helps confirm that the center has updated its record-keeping practices to ensure all staff training is documented as required.
- Context
- The facility was required to correct this by May 27, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you maintain the cleanliness of the facility's ventilation and air quality systems?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in early 2024 noted a need for cleaning in areas of the facility, specifically regarding lint buildup in vents. This question allows the director to explain the current maintenance schedule for keeping the environment clean.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the administration take to ensure that all student health and immunization records are kept current and complete upon enrollment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2023 indicated that some student health examinations and immunization records were missing or expired. This question helps families understand how the center tracks and manages these important health documents for all children.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families if there are any changes to daily routines or classroom staffing?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication is essential for parents to feel confident in the daily care their children receive. Understanding the center's approach to updates helps ensure families stay informed about the environment and the people working with their children.