Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.08
- Local median
- 0.09
Little Explorers Learning Center
4069 Bayshore Dr, Naples, FL 34112
- License:
- C20CO0007
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Food Served, Full Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 90
- License expiration:
- October 5, 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 Collier 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 27, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 27, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 12 available inspections for Little Explorers Learning Center from February 1, 2023 through May 27, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on August 29, 2024 and involved background screening, with a due date of September 30, 2024.
Six later inspections, from October 22, 2024 through May 27, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 12
- Recorded violations
- 1
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
12 total inspections vs 8.5 local median in 34112
Compared to 8 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 8%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 8%
- Local median
- 9%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.25
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.
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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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- The staff noted on the supplemental had been out of employment for more than 90 days. They left the industry on 2/17/24 and started working on 7/22/24. Licensing provided technical support, explaining that staff must be screened before returning to work after a 90-day break in childcare. The director completed the resubmission during this inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by September 30, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
No recorded violations in this report
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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 explain the process you use to ensure all staff background screenings are up to date, especially when someone returns after a break in employment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an August 2024 inspection indicate that documentation for a staff member's background screening was missing after a break in service. Asking about this helps clarify how the center tracks these requirements to maintain compliance.
- Context
- The issue was noted during a 2024 inspection, and multiple clean inspections have occurred since then.
Related violations
General question
How do you handle staff onboarding and training to ensure everyone is fully prepared before they begin working directly with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about the onboarding process helps parents understand how the center prepares its team to provide consistent care and supervision.
General question
What is your approach to maintaining open communication with families regarding daily routines and any changes in classroom staffing?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication about who is in the classroom helps families feel more connected and informed about their child's daily environment.
General question
How do you manage classroom supervision to ensure children are always well-supported throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding the center's supervision practices provides insight into how they maintain a supportive and attentive environment for all children.
General question
What steps does the leadership team take to monitor and verify that all administrative and safety records remain current?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Inquiring about record-keeping practices helps parents understand the center's commitment to staying organized and meeting all regulatory standards.