Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.5
- Local median
- 0.37
Bloom Academy Cypress Commons
17775 Commons Dr, Punta Gorda, FL 33982
- License:
- C20CH0101
- 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, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:45PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 328
- License expiration:
- July 31, 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
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 19, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 19, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 10 available inspections for Bloom Academy Cypress Commons from July 31, 2024 through June 19, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with five recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 19, 2026 and involved attendance accountability.
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
- 5
- Higher-concern violations
- 3
- Repeated topics
- 1
6 in last 12 months
4 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
10 total inspections vs 10 local median in Punta Gorda
Compared to 17 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 30%
- Local median
- 7%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 40%
- Local median
- 25%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.35
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.
November 18, 2024November 17, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [the roster was not correct as it included all the children present for the day not the children currently occuping the space. ].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed, the roster for 6 groups of children (Red 1, 3, &4) were not correct. The classes had split with half the children on the playground and half the children in the classroom. The electronic rosters on the tablets the teachers had showed the entire group not just the children who were occupying the classroom or the playground. The licensing specialist explained this requirement with the director. The director created paper rosters for the groups to use when they split the classes apart and provided them to the classes. The Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance from the handbook 7.5. A. Attendance devices used ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
No recorded violations in this report
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 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/her regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. The employer/owner/op ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 17, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed one staff record did not 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 i ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 21, 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed one staff record did not 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 o ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 21, 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
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Employment history check did not include all required information including applicants, job title, description of regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed four staff records did not have all the required documentation of five years of employment history in the file. The Licensing Specialist took pictures. 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/her regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. The employer/owner/operator must m ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 19, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-05
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 walk me through your current process for tracking children's attendance throughout the day, especially when groups move between the classroom and the playground?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a March 2026 inspection noted an issue where attendance rosters did not accurately reflect the children present in specific locations. This question helps clarify the steps taken to ensure accurate tracking in real-time.
- Context
- The facility updated its process to include paper rosters for split groups at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for verifying and maintaining complete employment history documentation for new staff members?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2024 and 2025 show instances where staff employment history files were missing required documentation. This question helps parents understand how the center ensures all personnel records remain complete and compliant.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you track and verify that all staff members have completed their required introductory and literacy training courses?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from July 2025 identified missing documentation for required staff training courses. This question helps explain how the center monitors training deadlines for their team.
Related violations
General question
How do you handle communication with families regarding daily routines and any changes to the classroom schedule?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a center communicates daily updates helps parents feel connected to their child's day and aware of how the facility manages transitions.
General question
What is your approach to supporting staff professional development and ensuring they stay up to date with the latest early childhood education standards?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about the center's commitment to ongoing staff training provides insight into the quality of care and the professional environment for teachers.