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The Salvation Army

3170 Estey Ave, Naples, FL 34104

License:
C20CO0173
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 14, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
VPK, Food Served, Full Day
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
72
License expiration:
July 4, 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 9, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 9, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 11 available inspections for The Salvation Army from June 29, 2023 through June 9, 2026.

Two inspections recorded violations, with two recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on February 24, 2025 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of March 7, 2025.

Attendance accountability was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.

Five later inspections, from March 24, 2025 through June 9, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
11

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
2

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

11 total inspections vs 11 local median in 34104

Compared to 10 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.18
Local median
0.18

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
9%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
18%
Local median
17%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.2

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.

View official report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A
Report comments
Licensing Specialist reviewed fire inspection that expired on 1/12/2025. Licensing Specialist provided technical Assistance to the Director: The Current Fire Inspection must be approved by the local fire authority and not expired. The approved fire inspection must be completed and provided by the due date for the facility to be in compliance.
Correction status
Due by March 7, 2025
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-02
View official report
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [Staff member did not have attendance roster while on playground with children.].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
Correction / follow-up note
While observing playground asked staff member to provide attendance roster and she stated she left it in the classroom. Provided technical assistance to the Director and staff member: the attendance roster must accompany the group of children at all times. Staff member obtained attendance roster at time of inspection, thus the facility was now in compliance. ENFORCEMENT
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
Official code
46-07

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

How does your team ensure that attendance rosters are always with the children, even when they are moving between the classroom and the playground?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection indicate a time when staff did not have the attendance roster while on the playground, though the matter was addressed at the time.
Related violations
Finding-specific

Could you explain your process for tracking and renewing annual safety inspections, such as the fire safety review, to ensure they remain current?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from February 2025 noted that the facility did not have a current fire safety inspection on file at that time.
Context
The facility has had subsequent clean inspections following the 2025 report.
Related violations
General question

What is your approach to staff training regarding daily supervision protocols and emergency readiness?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Learning about staff training helps families understand how the center maintains consistent oversight and preparedness throughout the day.
General question

How do you communicate with parents if there are any changes to daily routines or facility-wide safety updates?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication practices are important for parents to feel informed about the environment and any updates to center operations.
General question

What steps does the leadership team take to monitor compliance with internal policies on a regular basis?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how the director oversees daily operations provides insight into how the center maintains its standards and follows established procedures.