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Brown Academy

12211 Towne Lake Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33913

License:
C20LE0169
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 12, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
Gold Seal, VPK, Full Day, Half Day
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
265
License expiration:
June 15, 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 4, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 4, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 13 available inspections for Brown Academy from January 13, 2023 through May 4, 2026.

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

The most recent higher-concern violation was on February 5, 2026 and involved attendance accountability.

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
2

1 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

1 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

13 total inspections vs 12 local median in Fort Myers

Compared to 103 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.15
Local median
0.29

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
8%
Local median
8%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
15%
Local median
23%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
1.05

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.

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
Inspector notes
On March 5, 2026, the GOC1 observed 16 children in the four & five year old classroom and only 15 signed in on the roster. Technical assistance was provided to the teacher and the director to ensure that the arrival and departure times are complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. ENFORCEMENT
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
Official code
46-03
View official 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
Report comments
The current fire inspection is past due. A new fire inspection is scheduled for 1/22/25. Technical assistance provided on annual fire inspections.
Correction status
Due by February 17, 2025
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-01

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 explain the current process for tracking daily attendance to ensure every child is accounted for throughout the day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in February 2026 show a finding regarding the accuracy of daily attendance rosters. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center ensures all children are properly signed in and accounted for.
Context
The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the center stay on top of scheduling and documenting required safety inspections, such as fire drills and fire authority checks?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from January 2025 noted a gap in documented proof of an annual fire inspection. This question helps parents understand the administrative procedures the facility uses to maintain compliance with safety requirements.
Related violations
General question

What is your approach to communicating with parents if there is a change in the daily routine or a staffing update in a classroom?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication helps families feel connected to their child's daily experience. Understanding how the center shares information keeps parents informed about the environment their child is in.
General question

How do you support new staff members in learning the center's policies regarding supervision and classroom management?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Staff training is a key part of maintaining a consistent environment for children. This question provides insight into how the center prioritizes professional development and operational standards.
General question

What steps does the leadership team take to monitor classroom activities and ensure that center policies are being followed consistently?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Active oversight by the director and management team helps ensure that daily practices align with the center's goals. Learning about these internal checks helps parents understand how the facility maintains its standards.