Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.4
- Local median
- 0.37
Smith Family Childcare Center
22079 Kimble Ave, Port Charlotte, FL 33952
- License:
- C20CH0095
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Thu: 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Fri: 6:30AM to 10:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 45
- License expiration:
- January 15, 2027
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 inspectionApril 13, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 13, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 10 available inspections for Smith Family Childcare Center from January 9, 2024 through April 13, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with four recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on May 5, 2025 and involved staff training, with a due date of June 5, 2025.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Four later inspections, from June 4, 2025 through April 13, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 10
- Recorded violations
- 4
- 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
10 total inspections vs 11 local median in 33952
Compared to 14 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 20%
- Local median
- 19%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 1.29
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
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed one staff record didn't have documentation of completing the 40 hour Introductory Training requirement. The Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance from the handbook Section 4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed one staff record didnt have documentation of completing Literacy training within 12 months of the date of employment in the child care industry. The Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance from the handbook Section 4.2.2 Early Literacy Training Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry. Proof of ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Child records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- During the inspection, the staff in charge advised there were 47 children enrolled. The licensing specialist was going to review the new enrolled childrens files however the office where they were kept was locked. The Specialist attempted to contact the Director by phone and left a voicemail message. The staff in charge stated the director is currently traveling out of the country and it may take some time for a return call. The Licensing specialist explained the director must leave instructions on where the key is located when she is not at the center. The licensing specialist provided technical assistance from the handbook Section 7.3. A. A. Enrollment information shall be ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- During the inspection, the staff in charge advised there were 10 staff employed. The licensing specialist was going to review the files childrens files however the office where they were kept was locked. The Specialist attempted to contact the Director by phone and left a voicemail message. The staff in charge stated the director is currently traveling out of the country and it may take some time for a return call. The licensing specialist reviewed all the information available electronically however some documents were not available electronically. The Licensing specialist explained the director must leave instructions on where the key is located when she is not at the cente ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-01
No recorded violations in this report
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
What is your current process for tracking and verifying that all staff members have completed their required training courses?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from May 2025 identified that documentation for certain staff training requirements was missing or not properly uploaded. Asking about the current tracking process helps parents understand how the center monitors staff professional development and ensures compliance with state requirements.
- Context
- A later inspection conducted in April 2026 did not identify these issues.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe the orientation and training program for new staff members joining your team?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from May 2025 noted a finding regarding the completion of introductory training requirements for staff. This question allows the director to explain how they support new hires in meeting their training milestones promptly.
- Context
- A later inspection conducted in April 2026 did not identify these issues.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that important staff and child records are always accessible for review during business hours?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in December 2024 noted that some records were temporarily unavailable because the office was locked while the director was away. This question helps confirm that there is now a reliable system in place to keep essential documentation accessible to authorized personnel at all times.
- Context
- This issue was noted in a December 2024 inspection report.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you maintain the organization of child enrollment files to ensure they are complete and up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from December 2024 mentioned that some enrollment records were not available for review during an inspection. This question helps parents understand the center's current administrative practices for managing and securing important family information.
- Context
- This issue was noted in a December 2024 inspection report.
Related violations
General question
What is your typical approach to communicating with families about daily routines and any updates to center policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a center shares information helps parents feel more connected to their child's daily experience. Consistent communication is a key part of building a strong partnership between families and the childcare provider.