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Stars & Stripes Learning Center

60 Marco Lake Dr, Marco Island, FL 34145

License:
C20CO6702
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 14, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
Full Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
56
License expiration:
August 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 Collier 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 16, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 16, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 13 available inspections for Stars & Stripes Learning Center from April 28, 2023 through April 16, 2026.

Three inspections recorded violations, with 10 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 18, 2026 and involved supervision.

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
13

4 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
10

4 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
5

1 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
2

Last 36 months

Local comparison

13 total inspections vs 11 local median in Collier County

Compared to 127 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.77
Local median
0.17

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
23%
Local median
3%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
23%
Local median
15%

Repeated topics

This provider
2
Local average
0.4

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

View official report
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Supervision of children in the [infant] group was inadequate in that [teacher left the room leaving the children unsupervised]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4
Correction / follow-up note
The staff with the infant room stepped out of the room to go the hall and then came back to the room. This was completed at the time of inspection when returned to the classroom. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining Childcare personnel must be assigned to provide direct supervision to a specific group of children and be with that group of children at all times. Children must never be left without childcare personnel supervision insid e or outside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
Correction / follow-up note
The alphabet rugs in the 2,3,4-year-old rooms are dirty. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining 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 areasmust be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a dailyinspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety.Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children.Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months.B. It is the responsibility of the director/operator to ensure all areas and equipment o ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 20, 2026
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
A fire hazard, [the vents on the 4, 3, 2-year-old rooms and bathrooms have dust accumulation.], was observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, B
Report comments
The vents on the 4, 3, 2-year-old rooms have dust accumulation and need cleaning. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining It is the responsibility of the director/operator to ensure all areas and equipment of the facility are free from fire hazards, such as lint build up in heating and air vents, filters, exhaust fans, ceiling fans, and dryer vents. This includes grease build-up in ovens, stoves and food equipment.
Correction status
Due by April 20, 2026
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-12
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 red car and bounce four way bouncer ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F
Report comments
The red car and bounce four-way bouncer is rusted or lacking paint. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining CCF Handbook 3.12, B .All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and moving parts. In the small playground the concrete surface had debris such as fallen branches, and the little yellow trikes had accumulation of water. Also, little blue table and a blue and red tables with lids were d ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 20, 2026
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-03
View official report
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H
Inspector notes
Licensing observed all five sleep mats with the bedding on them piled up on top of each other and having contact with each other. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining that to avoid contamination bedding must remain separated. It was explained that Bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens. All bedding and linens must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized at least once a week, and before use by another child. The staff went the bedding to wash thus it was completed at the time of the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
Official code
18-12
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
The facility used cribs that did not meet current federal guidelines for construction regulations as outlined in Title 16, Parts 1219,1220 & 1221 Code of Federal Regulations. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.3
Inspector notes
An infant child was observed sleeping in a basinet. The staff removed the infant and placed in a crib thus it was completed at the time of the inspection. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining children up to one year of age must be in a crib or playpen/play yard with sides for napping. Crib sides must be secured while there is an infant in the crib. Bar spacing must not exceed two and three-eighths inches. Cribs or playpen/play yards must meet the regulations as outlined in Title 16, Parts 1219, 1220 & 1221 Code of Federal Regulations, 2014, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(w), F.A.C.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
Official code
20-03
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
A sleep sack used did not fit according to manufacturers recommendations, restricted the infants arms, or slid up around the infants face. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, B
Inspector notes
An infant was observed with an infant sleeping in a basinet the child had a bib and a sleeping sac; the staff removed the item thus it was completed at the time of the inspection. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining sleep sacks that fit according to manufacturers recommendations, do not restrict the infants arms, and will not slide up around the infants face may be used for the comfort of the sleeping infant; however, swaddling shall not be used unless authorized in writing by the childs physician. Written documentation of a physicians authorization must be on file at the facility. Documentation must include the childs name, childs date of birth, description of ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
Official code
20-08
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ labeled with date]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D
Report comments
The cereal that was transferred to a container was not labeled. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining Opened packages of perishable or leftover food items must be properly covered or sealed in containers or bags, labeled with the date, and properly stored and discarded within seven calendar days. Please email pictures one you labeled the item.
Correction status
Due by May 1, 2025
More details
Report section
FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-21
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
Report comments
The staff noted on the supplemental did not have level 2 background screening. Also, she was missing the out of state child abuse and neglect registry search from California where reside within the past 5 years. Licensing provided technical assistance, explaining the staff can't be at the facility until clearance is obtained, also provided contact information for the clearinghouse in Florida and out of state.
Correction status
Due by May 1, 2025
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-02
View official report
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2
Report comments
The staff noted on the supplemental had a break in employment of more than 90 days, left 11/8/23, and came back 3/18/24. The director re-submitted the prints during this inspection. The licensing specialist provided technical assistance. CCF Handbook 7.4.1, C. Child care personnel must be re-screened following a break in employment in the child care industry that exceeds 90 days. Childcare personnel/individual with a break in service that exceeds 90 days are considered unscreened childcare personnel/individuals until completion of re-screening. These childcare personnel/individuals shall not have unsupervised contact with children in care. Documents were sent by the submissio ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-07

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

Can you walk me through the current procedures for ensuring children are supervised at all times, especially during transitions or when staff need to step out of a room?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a March 2026 inspection noted an instance where a teacher left a room, leaving children without direct supervision. Asking about current procedures helps clarify how the center maintains consistent oversight and ensures staff are always present with their assigned groups.
Context
The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your process for managing and verifying background screening requirements for staff members, particularly when someone returns after a break in employment?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2024 and 2025 show repeated concerns regarding documentation of required background screenings for personnel. Understanding the current tracking system helps parents feel confident that all staff meet necessary clearance standards.
Related violations
Finding-specific

Could you explain the center's policies regarding safe sleep practices for infants, including the use of sleep sacks and crib safety?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from April 2025 identified concerns regarding infant sleep equipment and the use of sleep sacks. Discussing these policies helps parents understand how the center adheres to current safety guidelines for nap time.
Context
The issues were corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you maintain the cleanliness and sanitation of indoor play areas and equipment on a daily basis?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Official inspection reports from 2025 and 2026 contain multiple findings related to facility cleanliness, including dust accumulation and the storage of bedding. Asking about the daily cleaning routine provides insight into how the center keeps the environment hygienic for children.
Related violations
General question

How does the center communicate with parents about daily routines, and what opportunities are there for families to be involved in the classroom environment?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Open communication between parents and staff is essential for a smooth transition into care. Learning about these channels helps families stay informed about their child's daily experiences and overall development.