Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.87
- Local median
- 0.52
Wellington Academy LLC
1024 SE 10th St, Cape Coral, FL 33990
- License:
- C20LE0065
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 216
- License expiration:
- May 9, 2027
Typical cost: $997 - $1,343 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$997 - $1,343/mo
Median daily rate: $46.00 - $62.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Lee 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 1, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 1, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 15 available inspections for Wellington Academy LLC from January 4, 2023 through May 1, 2026.
Five inspections recorded violations, with 13 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on April 29, 2026 and involved health or food records, with a due date of May 29, 2026.
Hazardous access was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
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
- 15
- Recorded violations
- 13
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 2
4 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
15 total inspections vs 13 local median in 33990
Compared to 10 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 7%
- Local median
- 12%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 31%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 0.6
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
January 4, 2024April 29, 2026Incident records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
March 13, 2025April 29, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [parent's signature and date.]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C
- Report comments
- During the time of inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed 3 accident/incident reports without parents signature. The licensing specialist advised the director and explained the importance of having parents sign accident/incident reports, the director understood. Technical assistance provided from CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C Documentation must include the name of the affected party, date and time of the occurrence, description of the occurrence, actions taken and by whom, and appropriate signatures of program child care personnel and the custodial parent or legal guardian. Program child care personnel signatures may include the director/child care personnel that witnes ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 29, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed 1 childs file had an expired immunization record. The licensing specialist explained the importance of having the correct immunization form to the director and the director understood. Provided technical assistance from the handbook Section 7.1 B, If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program. The parent/guardian of a child who has not received the age- appropriate immunizations prior to enrollment and who does not have documented medical or religious exemptions from routin ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 29, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C
- Report comments
- This is being marked completed at the time of the inspection, in that the personnel signed a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect requirements form. The licensing specialist provided technical assistance from CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C. CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
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: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
- Inspector notes
- March 13, 2025, it was observed by the Licensing Supervisor and the Government Operations Consultant that some tiles on the ceilings contained staining. It was also observed that some of the vents and ceiling fan blades were not clean. Technical assistance was provided to the director to keep these areas clean at all times. Pictures were taken.
- Correction status
- Due by May 9, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
- Inspector notes
- March 13, 2025, it was observed by the Licensing Supervisor and the Government Operations Consultant that some areas of the walls in the three-year-old classroom has peeling paint which needs repair. Technical assistance was given to the director to repair and paint the walls for children's safety. Pictures were taken.
- Correction status
- Due by May 9, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1
- Inspector notes
- March 13, 2025, it was observed by the Licensing Supervisor and the Government Operations Consultant that there were several painters in the facility painting the interior walls and trim. Technical assistance was given to the director for the painters to stop painting while the children are present, and it was explained that this is a hazard to the children's health and should only be done when the children are not at the facility. Pictures were taken.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A
- Inspector notes
- March 13, 2025, it was observed by the Licensing Supervisor and the Government Operations Consultant several areas on the playground that are potential trip hazards for the children. One area is a small ramp that is in front of a step up area and it appears to not be connected creating a hazard. The other area is a gap in the flooring that may lead to tripping. Technical assistance was provided to the director so that these areas of trip hazards can be repaired for the safety of the children. Pictures were taken
- Correction status
- Due by May 9, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F
- Inspector notes
- March 13, 2025, it was observed by the Licensing Supervisor and the Government Operations Consultant that the playground fence has a piece which is not attached at the bottom and broken at the top, as well as several gaps/holes at the base of the fencing where children could escape. Technical assistance was given to the director that the gaps need to be fixed before allowing children outside to play in these areas to be safe for children. Pictures were taken.
- Correction status
- Due by May 9, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, B & D
- Report comments
- An incident occurred on March 6, 2025, in which a child sustained a bruise to the forehead. The incident report was written out on March 6, 2025, however, it was not signed by the director, the teacher or the mother until March 7, 2025. Technical assistance was provided to ensure all incident reports are signed the day of the occurrence and given to the individual when picked up.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-04
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [the date the parent signed.]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C
- Report comments
- An incident report was written up to document that a bruise was noticed on a child's cheek under the eye. The report was signed by the director and the teacher on March 4, 2025; however, the parent signature has no date. Technical assistance was provided so that all signatures on accident or incident reports are dated and completely filled out.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-05
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1
- Correction / follow-up note
- Child Care Regulation Counselor reviewed 2 immunization forms that were expired. Counselor informed the Director and gave technical assistance. The Director got a hold of the parents and was able to obtain the immunization records. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH For ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A
- Inspector notes
- 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 (Section 14.2, number 1) [SR] Child Care Regulation Counselor (CCRC) Provided Technical Assistance (TA) to the director: The annual fire inspection is valid for 1 year from the time of completion and must not expire. The fire inspection expired on 2/18/2023. Currently per order of the fire department the facility is on a fire watch until the repairs are completed, inspected and have passed inspection. An updated fire inspection must be completed with no violations by the due date for the facility to be in compliance. Fire drill was complet ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 24, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-01
No recorded violations in this report
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
- All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection 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. CCRC observed that in room 1A & 3A the area rugs need to be cleaned or replaced. The ceiling fans in room 3B need to be cleaned they have dust build up (Pictures were taken). CCRC gave TA to the director.
- Correction status
- Due by February 4, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
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 describe the current process for ensuring the outdoor play area remains secure and free of any gaps in the fencing?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in March 2025 noted concerns regarding gaps in the playground fencing. Asking about current maintenance practices helps clarify how the facility ensures the outdoor area is secure for children.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does your team manage the tracking of immunization records to ensure all documentation is kept current for every child?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that keeping immunization documentation current has been a repeated topic in reports from 2024 and 2026. This question allows the director to explain the steps taken to stay organized with these health files.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your procedure for ensuring that all accident and incident reports are fully documented and signed by parents in a timely manner?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection reports from 2025 and 2026 indicate that documentation of accident or incident reports has been a recurring area of focus. Understanding the current process for these records helps parents know how communication is handled after an incident.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to ensure that any necessary facility repairs or maintenance are performed only when children are not present?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2025 inspection noted an instance where maintenance work was occurring while children were in the facility. This question helps clarify the center's policy on scheduling repairs to maintain a comfortable environment.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families regarding the daily routines and activities planned for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication about daily routines helps parents feel connected to their child's experiences and ensures expectations are aligned between home and the center.