Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1
- Local median
- 0.5
Calvary Christian School
11431 Palm Beach Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33905
- License:
- C20LE0162
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, Drop In, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 135
- License expiration:
- January 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
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 inspectionMay 13, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 13, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 20 available inspections for Calvary Christian School from May 1, 2023 through May 13, 2026.
Nine inspections recorded violations, with 20 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on February 10, 2026 and involved child guidance.
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
- 20
- Recorded violations
- 20
- Higher-concern violations
- 7
- Repeated topics
- 5
6 in last 12 months
6 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
20 total inspections vs 10 local median in 33905
Compared to 13 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 20%
- Local median
- 17%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 45%
- Local median
- 33%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 5
- Local average
- 1
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 4 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
December 14, 2023May 6, 2024December 16, 2024April 28, 2025Staff training
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
December 14, 2023May 6, 2024December 16, 2024December 5, 2025Attendance accountability
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
April 28, 2025August 25, 2025Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
May 6, 2024December 5, 2025Sleep safety
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
April 28, 2025August 25, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- Child care personnel inappropriately interacted with children in care in a manner that was aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, C Enforcement [SR]
- Inspector notes
- A staff member was observed interacting with some children inappropriately. The staff was terminated. Technical assistance provided on appropriate interaction with children. Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments This is complaint inspection. A copy of the inspection is being sent to the provider for signature. Counselor Comments This is complaint inspection. The findings were discussed with the provider. ____________________________________________ Inspected by: James Palmer 02/10/2026 ____________________________________________ Received by: Magenta Compton 02/10/2026
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 47 - Access/Child Safety
- Official code
- 47-01
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [on 12/5/2025, the director did not activate the alarm system and used a bull horn as the method to initiate a fire drill.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- During the inspection on 12/5/2025, the director did not activate the alarm system and used a bull horn as the method to initiate a fire drill. There were 11 adults and 48 children present. The licensing specialist returned on 12/8/2025 and a fire drill was conducted, with alarm activated, in presence of the Licensing Specialist. There were12 adults and 38 children present. The last approved fire inspection for this facility was dated 01/8/2025. The fire extinguisher certifications are valid until 03/2026.The licensing specialist provided technical assistance from the handbook Section 3.8.43.8.4 Fire Drills A. During the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the alarm ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- All child care personnel who completed DCF training did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3.2.A.1. and 3.2.C Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed two staff members who had completed the DCF training did not complete additional DEL School Readiness trainings. The facility was given 14 days to complete the requirement per the School Readiness handbook. The Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance from the School Readiness handbook Section 3.2.Aa and 3.2.C 2. Licensed School Readiness providers and any other SR provider type may complete: Option 1 (DCF courses, plus corresponding exams) Existing courses available now under the Child Care Facility Part 1 heading: Health, Safety and Nutrition (8 hours) Child Growth and Development (6 hours) Behavioral Observ ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 22, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-16
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- A napping or sleeping infant who is not capable of rolling over was not positioned on his/her back and on a firm surface, or was swaddled, and the provider did not have written authorization for an alternate sleep position from a physician in the childs record. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed an infant with the arms swaddled in a dark blue sleep sack with the arms restricted. The licensing specialist observed the infant's arms were released from the sleep sack before leaving the classroom. The licensing specialist took pictures. The Director was given technical assistance from the handbook 3.6.4 B. When napping or sleeping, young infants who are not able to roll over must be positioned on their backs and on a firm surface to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, unless an alternate position is authorized by a physician. Sleep sacks that fit according to manufacturers recommendations, do not restric ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
- Official code
- 20-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist (LS) observed a remote control, shopping bag containing packaged food and stacked plastic containers on the diapering stations in both infant rooms. The (LS) took pictures. The items were removed bringing the center into compliance. The Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance from the handbook section 3.10.2.G G. Items unrelated to diaper changing shall not be stored in the diaper changing area nor shall they be placed on the diaper changing table.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [the room attendance listed 6 children in the infant room but there were only 4 children currently in the room ].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed, the room attendance listed 6 children in the infant room but there were only 4 children currently in the room. The licensing specialist took pictures. The staff updated the room attendance to reflect the 4 children currently in the room. The Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance from the handbook 7.5. A. Attendance devices used for the purposes of tracking attendance may be used, but personnel must ensure the accuracy of the documented attendance. Each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space. Attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the ch ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [3] child care personnel for [14] children is required. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [14] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The Licensing Specialist observed ratio at time of inspection AT Nap time Staff/children 2/14 Age 1-2 (8 Age 1 and 6 Age 2) 3/10 Infants - Age 1 1/8 Age 4-5 1/4 Age 3 Second Corrected Ratio 3/14 Age 1-2 (8 Age 1 and 6 Age 2) 3/10 Infants - Age 1 1/8 Age 4-5 1/4 Age 3 The Licensing Specialist gave Technical Assistance to the staff responsible for the center during the visit about the importance of maintaining the correct staff-to-child ratio at all times. An additional teacher was added to the classroom placing the facility back in compliance. The Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance from Statue Section 402.305(4), F.S., 4) STAFF-TO-CHILDREN RATIO. (a) Minimum st ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed one child's file had an expired immunization record. The Licensing Specialist took pictures. The Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance from the handbook Section 7.1, Immunization Records 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 65C22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 68 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 29, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Employment history check did not include all required information including applicants, job title, description of regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 3 staff records did not have documentation of five years of employment history in the file. The Licensing Specialist took pictures. The Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance from the handbook 5.1, D The employer/owner/operator must conduct employment history checks, including documented attempts to contact each employer that employed the individual within the preceding five years, and documentation of the findings. Documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/her regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. The employer/owner/operator must ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 29, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-05
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The facility did not have an adequate number of cribs, portable cribs or playpens with sides for the number of children up to one- year old in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.3 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- April 28, 2025, the LS and the GOC observed the infant room in which there were 10 infants to one-year-olds and only 3 cribs. Picture taken. Technical assistance was given to the director to let her know that there needs to be an adequate number of cribs, portable cribs or playpens with sides for the number of children up to one-year old in care. The director immediately gather staff to assist in moving the correct number of cribs into the infant room.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
- Official code
- 20-02
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
- April 28, 2025, the LS and the GOC observed in the infants to one-year-old room that one of the children was not wrote in on the class attendance sheet. There were 10 children in the classroom and the attendance only showed 9 children. Technical assistance was given to the teacher and the director to ensure that each child is wrote on the attendance and the time is recorded when they arrive and depart. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-03
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed one staff member did not complete School Readiness training within 90 days of hire. The Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance provided Within 90 days of initial employment with any SR provider, new hires and current pre-service trainees must complete all required pre-service training by successfully completing one of the options below: Option 1 (DCF courses, plus corresponding exams) Existing courses available now under the Child Care Facility Part 1 heading for $10 per course: Health, Safety and Nutrition (8 hours) Child Growth and Development (6 hours) Behavioral Observation and Screening (6 hours) Id ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 16, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed One child had an non current student health examination form. The Licensing Specialist took pictures. The Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance from the handbook. Section 7.2, 7.2 Student Health Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 16, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- The last fire drill 4/5/2024. Last approved fire report 4/17/2023. At the time of the inspection the last approved annual fire inspection was dated 4/17/204. Advised the license will be issued as provisional until the new approved report with no violations is provided. Extended the due based on the time frame for compliance in the report provided from the local fire authority Provided technical assistance from the handbook 3.8.2 Fire Safety A. Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 24, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed that bottles in both infant rooms were not labeled with both the first and last name of the child. During the inspection the staff labeled all the bottles that were missing any information with the first and last name of the child. The counselor observed the labeled bottles with both the first and last name before leaving the facility. Provided technical assistance form the handbook Section 3.9.5 Food Handling B. Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the child's first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility was required to have at least [3] credentialed child care personnel and had [2] credentialed child care personnel CCF Handbook, Section 4.6.1, B
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection the center had 2 staff with credentials. The have an enrollment of 70 preschool children which requires 3 credentialed staff. The standard was given as much additional time as allowed for a credential issue. Provided technical assistance from the handbook section 4.6.1.B 4.6.1 Calculating Number of Credentialed Personnel Necessary B. For every 20 children, a child care facility must have one child care personnel who meets the staff credential requirement. Based on this formula, child care facilities with 20-39 children must have one credentialed child care personnel, facilities with 40-59 children must havetwo credentialed child care personnel, a ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 6, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-01
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Program personnel did not complete training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children, or if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the program. (Section 18.1) Training [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed one staff member did not complete School Readiness training within 90 days of hire. Reviewed the school readiness handbook Section 3.2 pages 7,8, and 9.
- Correction status
- Due by January 16, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility was required to have at least [3] credentialed child care personnel and had [0] credentialed child care personnel CCF Handbook, Section 4.6.1, B
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection the training transcripts did not show any staff with a staff credential. The standard was given as much additional time as allowed for a credential issue. Provided technical assistance from the handbook section 4.6.1.B 4.6.1 Calculating Number of Credentialed Personnel Necessary B. For every 20 children, a child care facility must have one child care personnel who meets the staff credential requirement. Based on this formula, child care facilities with 20-39 children must have one credentialed child care personnel, facilities with 40-59 children must have two credentialed child care personnel, and so on. The licensing authority will calculate the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 14, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed one child's file did not have a current Student Health Examination within 30 days of Enrollment. Provided technical assistance from the handbook. Section 7.2, 7.2 Student Health Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Examination for ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 16, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection the counselor observed 2 staff records did not have documentation of starting training within 90 days of hire. Provided technical assistance from the handbook Section 4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may not ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 1, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
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 training and support provided to staff to ensure positive interactions with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a February 2026 inspection note a concern regarding staff interaction with children. This question helps parents understand the current approach to staff guidance and professional development.
- Context
- The staff member involved in the incident was terminated at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that attendance records are always accurate and reflect the children currently in each room?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2025 show multiple instances where attendance rosters did not accurately reflect the children present in the classroom. This question helps parents understand the current procedures for maintaining accurate group counts.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you explain your current practices for ensuring all infants are placed in safe sleep environments?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Inspection reports from 2025 indicate concerns regarding crib availability and safe sleep positioning for infants. This question helps parents understand how the center currently monitors and maintains safe sleep standards.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that all staff members remain up-to-date with their required health and safety training?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from several inspections between 2023 and 2025 show recurring issues with staff training documentation and credential requirements. This question helps parents understand the current process for tracking and completing staff training.
Related violations
General question
What is your process for communicating with families about their child's daily routine and any changes in classroom staffing?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication helps parents feel connected to their child's daily experience and provides clarity on classroom operations. This question helps parents understand how the center keeps families informed about daily care and staffing stability.