Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.21
- Local median
- 0.23
Grace Place For Children And Families Inc
4300 21st Ave SW, Naples, FL 34116
- License:
- C20CO0108
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, VPK, After School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 8:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 465
- License expiration:
- July 28, 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 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 inspectionJune 23, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 23, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 14 available inspections for Grace Place For Children And Families Inc from March 24, 2023 through June 23, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with three recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on March 3, 2026 and involved health or food records, with a due date of April 3, 2026.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
Two later inspections, from April 9, 2026 through June 23, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 14
- Recorded violations
- 3
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
4 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
14 total inspections vs 12 local median in 34116
Compared to 14 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 7%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 21%
- Local median
- 20%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.64
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
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The food preparation area does not have a hand washing station or the hand washing station did not include the following: [hot water]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.7.
- Report comments
- The hand wash station sink for kitchen preparation did not have hot water. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining. A separate handwashing station with hot running water, a minimum of 100 degrees Fahrenheit. The handwashing station must include a sink with running water and drainage, soap, trash can, and disposable towels or hand-drying machines that are properly installed and maintained. A handwashing sink shall not be used for any purpose other than handwashing. Handwashing stations must include posted signs visible to child care personnel and children demonstrating proper handwashing technique. Portable sinks may not be used for dishwashing or food preparation. ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-09
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Child care personnels Level 2 documentation was incomplete in that [ A copy of out-of-state sexual offender/predator registry search is missing.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, D, E, and F
- Report comments
- The staff noted on the supplemental did not have a copy of the out-of-state registry abuse history from Nebraska. Licesning provided technical assistance explaining, providers are responsible for obtaining this documentation. Please email the letter by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-11
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: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [The climbing equipment]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F
- Inspector notes
- The license counselor observed a small hole in the equipment where the child could put a finger inside and cause injury. Technical assistance was provided to the provider to ensure the playground is safe at all times
- Correction status
- Due by November 20, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
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
Can you tell me about the process for verifying the background screening documentation for all staff members?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from February 2025 noted that certain out-of-state background screening documentation was missing for a staff member. This question helps confirm that the center has robust procedures in place to ensure all required personnel records are complete and up to date.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that the handwashing stations in the kitchen area are consistently maintained with proper hot water?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in March 2026 identified an issue where the kitchen handwashing station lacked hot water. Asking about this helps parents understand the current maintenance routines for essential health and sanitation facilities.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was conducted on June 23, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your routine for inspecting playground equipment to make sure it stays in good condition for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An inspection report from October 2023 noted that some play equipment required maintenance to ensure it remained in a safe condition. This question allows the director to explain how they proactively monitor the playground to keep it ready for daily use.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families regarding any updates or changes to the center's daily health and safety routines?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Establishing clear communication channels helps parents stay informed about how the center manages daily operations and maintains a healthy environment for the children.
General question
What training do staff members receive to ensure they are prepared to handle emergency situations effectively?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding the staff's preparedness for emergencies provides insight into the center's commitment to maintaining a secure and well-managed environment for all enrolled children.