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Open Doors Preschool of Lehigh Acres

5280 Lee Blvd, Lehigh Acres, FL 33971

License:
C20LE0137
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 12, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
Gold Seal, Head Start, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
196
License expiration:
August 20, 2026
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

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 inspectionMarch 11, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 11, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 13 available inspections for Open Doors Preschool of Lehigh Acres from February 7, 2023 through March 11, 2026.

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

The most recent higher-concern violation was on August 21, 2025 and involved attendance accountability.

That higher-concern topic showed up in two inspections.

Two later inspections, from November 13, 2025 through March 11, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
13

4 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
2

1 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
2

1 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

13 total inspections vs 10 local median in 33971

Compared to 15 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.15
Local median
0.08

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
15%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
15%
Local median
8%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
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: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
August 21, 2025, the GOC1 observed three children in the one & two year old classroom, however none of the children were signed in until the GOC1 walked into the classroom. Technical assistance was provided to the teacher and the director to explain that the children must be signed in and out of the classroom on the roster at the correct time. August 21, 2025, the GOC1 observed six children in the infant classroom, however only four of the children were sign in on the roster. Technical assistance was provided to the teacher and the director to explain that the children much be signed in and out of the classroom on the roster at the correct times ENFORCEMENT
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
Official code
46-03
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [there were 18 children in the classroom and only 17 on the attendance roster].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
The Licensing Specialist Supervisor observed 18 children in the classroom, as there were only 17 children on the attendance roster (pictures taken) during the visit. The Licensing Specialist Supervisor (LSS) provided technical assistance explaining the importance of ensuring attendance is always accurate in case of an emergency. 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

Could you explain the current process for ensuring that attendance rosters are always accurate and up to date when children arrive or depart?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an August 2025 inspection indicate that attendance rosters did not always reflect the children present in the classroom at the time of arrival or departure. This question helps clarify the steps the center has taken to ensure staff maintain accurate records consistently.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection, and subsequent inspections have not noted this concern.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you train staff to manage attendance tracking when children are moving between different areas or during busy drop-off and pick-up times?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2025 show multiple instances where attendance rosters did not match the number of children present in the classroom. Discussing training practices helps parents understand how the center maintains oversight of group sizes and attendance throughout the day.
Related violations
General question

What is your daily routine for verifying that the number of children in each classroom matches the sign-in sheets?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Routine verification of attendance is a key part of maintaining a well-organized classroom environment. Understanding these daily habits helps families feel confident in how the center manages child supervision.
General question

How do you communicate with parents if there are changes to the daily check-in or check-out procedures?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication regarding operational procedures ensures that families and staff are always on the same page. This helps parents understand how the center keeps them informed about important daily logistics.
General question

What steps does the center take to ensure that new staff members are fully prepared to follow all record-keeping and attendance policies?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Staff training and onboarding are essential for maintaining consistent standards across all classrooms. Learning about these processes provides insight into how the center supports its team in following established policies.