Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.09
- Local median
- 0.35
Early Childhood Center at Bonita Springs
10701 Dean St, Bonita Springs, FL 34135
- License:
- C20LE0091
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Head Start, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:40AM to 3:25PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 8
- License expiration:
- April 30, 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 inspectionApril 7, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 7, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 11 available inspections for Early Childhood Center at Bonita Springs from March 31, 2023 through April 7, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on August 14, 2023 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of September 12, 2023.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Nine later inspections, from September 1, 2023 through April 7, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 11
- Recorded violations
- 1
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 0
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
11 total inspections vs 10 local median in 34135
Compared to 19 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 12%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 9%
- Local median
- 29%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 1.37
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
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Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B
- Inspector notes
- Observed fire extinguisher (photo taken) in classroom and observed the tag dated April 2022 (good for 1 year). Tag expired at the end of April 2023. Provided technical assistance to the Director: Fire extinguishers must be serviced annually and the tags are only valid for 1 year from the service date and must be re-tagged on the day of being serviced.. The fire extinguisher must be services and re-tagged by the due date for the facility to be in compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by September 12, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
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
Could you walk me through your current process for ensuring that safety equipment, such as fire extinguishers, is inspected and serviced on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an August 2023 inspection show a finding regarding the maintenance and tagging of fire safety equipment. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the facility tracks these routine maintenance requirements today.
- Context
- A later clean inspection exists for this facility.
Related violations
General question
How do you handle staff training for emergency preparedness and evacuation drills throughout the year?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how staff are prepared for emergencies provides insight into the facility's commitment to maintaining a secure environment for children. This helps families feel confident in the team's readiness for various situations.
General question
What is your approach to communicating with parents about daily routines and any changes to center policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication is key to a strong partnership between families and childcare providers. Learning about the preferred methods for updates helps parents stay informed about their child's care.
General question
How do you determine the appropriate staff-to-child ratios to ensure each child receives adequate supervision?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Staffing levels directly impact the quality of attention and supervision provided to children. This question helps parents understand how the center manages its daily staffing needs.
General question
What steps do you take to maintain a clean and organized environment for the children in your care?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- A well-maintained facility supports a healthy and orderly atmosphere for learning and play. Discussing cleaning routines gives families a better picture of the daily standards at the center.