Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.8
- Local median
- 0.13
Little World Academy
1603 Castlerock Ln, Port Charlotte, FL 33948
- License:
- C20CH0100
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 77
- License expiration:
- July 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
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 inspectionApril 30, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 30, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 10 available inspections for Little World Academy from July 30, 2024 through April 30, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with eight recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 24, 2026 and involved sleep safety.
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
- 10
- Recorded violations
- 8
- Higher-concern violations
- 4
- Repeated topics
- 0
5 in last 12 months
6 in last 12 months
4 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
10 total inspections vs 9 local median in 33948
Compared to 8 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 20%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 40%
- Local median
- 13%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.13
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: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection the licensing specialist observed areas that were in need of cleaning, The licensing specialist observed that there were dusty back splashes, bath room cabinet in 4 year old room is dirty, portions of floor in 4 year old room needs cleaning, and cabinet in age one room. The Licensing Specialist took pictures. The Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance from the handbook Section 3.1 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements A. All childcare facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 23, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The bedding available was not safe and poses a threat to the health, safety or well-being of a child in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1 Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the sheets on the three empty cribs were not tight. The director tightened the sheets, and ordered new sheets for the cribs. The licensing specialist took pictures. The Licensing specialist provided technical assistance from the handbook Section 3.6.13.6.1 Bedding and Linens Each child in care must be provided safe and sanitary bedding to be used when napping or sleeping. Nap bedding is not required for school-age children; however, the program must provide an area for children that choose to rest. Section 3.6.4 3.6.4 Safe Sleep A. All personnel that care for infants must follow safe sleep practices as recommended by th ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-02
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility failed to include their license number when advertising. s.402.318, F.S.
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the signs outside the building do not have the current license number or name listed on the signs. The licensing specialist informed the director that anything there is a change of name or license number all the advertising must also be updated to reflect the change.
- Correction status
- Due by December 18, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - License Displayed/Citation Posted/Advertising
- Official code
- 01-03
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, The Licensing Specialist observed a missing outlet cover in the first bathroom of the Age 4-5 classroom. The licensing specialist took pictures. The director found an additional outlet cover and the facility was back in compliance. The (LS) provided technical assistance from the handbook, section 3.1. I All accessible electrical outlets must be tamper-resistant electrical outlets that contain internal shutter mechanisms to prevent children from sticking objects into receptacles. In settings that do not have tamper- resistant electrical outlets, outlets shall have safety covers.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During inspection, The Licensing Specialist observed toilet cleaner was in the low cabinet under the sink in the bathroom in the Age 3- 4 classroom. The lock for the cabinet has broken allowing children to have access. The licensing specialist took pictures. The director corrected the issue by removing the cleaner bring the center into compliance. The (LS) provided technical assistance from the handbook, section 3.2, B All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, and other potentially dan ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-03
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed two staff records did not have complete documentation of five years of employment history in the file. The Licensing Specialist took pictures. The director completed the phone verifications for the staff prior to the completion of the inspection. The Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance from the handbook 5.1, D The employer/owner/operator must conduct employment history checks, including documented attempts to contact each employer that employed the individual within the preceding five years, and documentation of the findings. Documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/h ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
No recorded violations in this report
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 [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed two staff record didnt have documentation of completing Safe Sleep training within 30 days of hire. The Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance from the handbook Section4.2.3 Safe Sleep/ Shaken Baby Syndrome Training All child care personnel who work in a facility that offers care to infants must have training regarding guidance on safe sleep practices, preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; recognition of signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with crying, fussing, or distraught child and the development and vulnerabilities of the brain ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 1, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed two children's file had an expired immunization record. Provided technical assistance from the handbook Section 7.1, Immunization Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local county health ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
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 your current process for ensuring that crib bedding is secure and meets safety standards?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from March 2026 noted that some crib sheets were not tight. This question allows you to learn how the center maintains safe sleep environments for infants.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to verify that all staff members have completed their required employment history documentation?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in November 2025 indicate that some staff files were missing complete employment history documentation. Asking this helps you understand the center's current administrative oversight practices.
- Context
- The documentation was completed during the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center monitor storage areas to ensure that cleaning supplies and hazardous materials remain inaccessible to children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An inspection report from November 2025 noted an instance where cleaning supplies were accessible due to a broken cabinet lock. This question helps you understand how the facility maintains a secure environment for children.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your routine for inspecting the facility to ensure that electrical outlet covers are properly installed and maintained?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from November 2025 show that a missing outlet cover was identified during an inspection. This question allows you to ask about the center's current maintenance and safety check procedures.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How often does the staff conduct deep cleaning of classrooms and shared spaces to ensure the environment stays tidy and well-maintained?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from March 2026 noted that certain areas of the facility required additional cleaning. This question helps you understand the center's ongoing commitment to cleanliness and facility upkeep.
Related violations