Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.09
- Local median
- 0.09
Bloom Academy Punta Gorda
24368 Airport Rd, Punta Gorda, FL 33950
- License:
- C20CH0062
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:45PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 204
- License expiration:
- December 31, 2026
Typical cost: $1,083 - $1,192 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,083 - $1,192/mo
Median daily rate: $50.00 - $55.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Charlotte 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 inspectionMarch 18, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 18, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 11 available inspections for Bloom Academy Punta Gorda from March 20, 2023 through March 18, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on December 19, 2023 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of January 9, 2024.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Eight later inspections, from January 30, 2024 through March 18, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 11
- Recorded violations
- 1
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
11 total inspections vs 10 local median in 33950
Compared to 11 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 9%
- Local median
- 9%
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
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: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 14.2, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- A fire drill was conducted with 24 staff and 130 children present, with alarm activated, in presence of Licensing Counselor this date. The fire extinguishers are certified thru 11/2024. Reviewed annual fire inspection. The fire inspection expired on 12/7/2023. Child Care Regulation Counselor (CCRC) Provided Technical Assistance (TA) to the director: The annual fire inspection is valid for 1 year from the time of completion and must not expire. An updated fire inspection must be completed by the due date for the facility to be in compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by January 9, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
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
Could you describe the process for ensuring all fire safety inspections remain current and up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in December 2023 noted that the facility's annual fire safety inspection had expired. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center manages these important safety renewals.
- Context
- A later inspection on March 18, 2026, was completed with no findings.
Related violations
General question
How does your team handle emergency preparedness drills with the children, and how often are these conducted?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how the center prepares for emergencies provides insight into the daily routines and the importance placed on keeping children familiar with safety procedures.
General question
What is your approach to maintaining clear communication with families regarding facility updates or changes in policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Effective communication between staff and parents is essential for building a supportive partnership and ensuring families are well-informed about the center's operations.
General question
How do you ensure that all staff members are consistently trained on the latest safety and supervision standards?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Staff training is a foundational part of maintaining a high-quality environment, and learning about these practices helps parents understand how the team stays prepared.
General question
What steps are taken to ensure the physical environment remains well-maintained and ready for daily activities?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular maintenance of the facility supports a clean and organized space, which is important for the daily comfort and engagement of the children.