Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.93
- Local median
- 0.93
Angel of Hope Christian Academy
3856 Evans Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33901
- License:
- C20LE0214
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 79
- License expiration:
- February 17, 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 11, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 11, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 14 available inspections for Angel of Hope Christian Academy from January 20, 2023 through May 11, 2026.
Six inspections recorded violations, with 13 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on January 7, 2026 and involved hazardous access.
That higher-concern topic showed up in two inspections.
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
- 14
- Recorded violations
- 13
- Higher-concern violations
- 7
- Repeated topics
- 1
3 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
14 total inspections vs 15 local median in 33901
Compared to 17 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 29%
- Local median
- 27%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 43%
- Local median
- 44%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 3.06
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Hazardous access
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
January 23, 2024January 7, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection Licensing Specialist observed a hand sanitizer bottle on a shelve within the reach of children (Pictures were taken). Technical Assistance (TA) was given to the staff. Items were removed and placed away from the children at the time of inspection, placing this standard back in compliance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Children were left in high chairs or other confining devices outside of feeding times. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.4, B General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The Licensing Specialist (LS) observed an infant sleeping on a baby bouncy seat (Picture was taken). The LS provided technical assistance explaining that baby bouncy seat must only be used while the child is awake and not for napping purpose. The staff removed the child from the baby bouncy seat; thus, it was completed at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-09
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- An unscreened individual was left alone with children in care. s.435.06(2)(a), F.S. and CCF Handbook, Section 5.2, C General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed an unscreened staff (named on the supplemental page) alone with 4 infants in the infant room. A screened staff came in to the room placing this standard back in compliance. (Licensing Specialist checked the Clearinghouse and it showed that "An Agency Review was required" a picture of the clearinghouse results was taken during the inspection. Technical assistance was provided to the director explaining that individuals subject to Level 2 screening must be cleared prior to licensure, registration, employment , volunteering or fulfilling any other role in a child care program. Staff with no background screening can never be alone with children. The ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-18
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing specialist observed in the 2 & 3 year old room, that linens were left on the mats from the previous usage and then the mats were stacked one on top of the other (Picture was taken). The linens were touching. Technical assistance was provided by the licensing specialist to the staff and director to please come up with a different plan for linen storage, one in which they do not touch while being stored. The blankets were then removed and stored in a sanitary manner, placing this standard back in compliance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-12
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- Child/ren were placed in a crib, playpen, play yard or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The LS observed infants sleeping in playpens with excess and loose fitting sheets, blankets & bib (Picture was taken). The staff removed the loose fitting sheets, blankets & bib; thus, it was completed at the time of the inspection. LS gave TA to the staff and director explaining that Cribs or playpens/play yards used for infants must have tight fitted sheets and no excess bedding or items that could pose a strangulation risk.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
- Official code
- 20-06
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- 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 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Reviewed annual fire inspection. The fire inspection expired on 1/3/2024. Licensing Specialist (LS) 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. An updated fire inspection must be completed by the due date for the facility to be in compliance. During the inspection, a fire drill was conducted in the presence of the Licensing Specialist. There were 6 adults and 18 children present. The last approved fire inspection for this facility was dated 1/3/2024 and it is currently expired . The fire extinguisher certifications are valid until 9/2025.
- Correction status
- Due by February 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 10, number 4) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, and other potentially dangerous hazards, must be stored in a locked area or must be inaccessible and out of a child's reach at all times. Licensing counselor observed disinfectant spray, hand sanitizer and Tylenol (all labeled keep out of reach of children)in a low shelve (Pictures were taken). Technical Assistance (TA) was given to the staff member in the classroom and the director. Items were moved to a higher shelve out of the reach of child ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [4 infant] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- The staff-to-child ratio, as established in Section 402.305(4), F.S., is based on primary responsibility for the direct supervision of children and applies at all times while children are in care. Mixed Age Groups: A. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children under one year of age are included, one child care personnel must be responsible for no more than four children of any age group, at all times. B. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children one year of age but under two years of age are included, one child care personnel must be responsible for no more than six children of any age group, at all times. Ratio when Child Care Regulation Counselor arrived . 1:9 Childr ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [1 & 2 year old] group was inadequate in that [a 2 year old child was left outside alone]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Child care personnel must be assigned to provide direct supervision to a specific group of children and be with that group of children at all times. Children must never be left without child care personnel supervision inside or outside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility failed to notify the licensing authority of an incident or unusual occurrence that was threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of the children or child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.7
- Report comments
- The facility failed to notify the licensing authority of the incident involving the child listed on the supplemental page.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-25
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 (Section 14.2, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 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 the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. If the program is granted a fire inspection exemption by the local fire inspection office, the exemption must be documented and maintained on file at the program. Child Care Regulation Counselor (CCRC) Provided Technical Assistance (TA) to the director: The annual fire inspection is valid for 1 year from t ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 17, 2023
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 (Section 17.6, number 5) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 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. Sippy cups brought from home were not labeled or only had a first name (Pictures were taken). The director and staff were educated by the licensing counselor on the requirement for first and last names on cups and bottles brought from home. The staff person then correctly labeled the items, thus this regulation is marked back into compliance.
- 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
- Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Report comments
- Mandated Introductory Training Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training prior to January 1, 2004 are not required to fulfill the competency examination requirement. A. Part I Courses (30 Hours) Child care personnel must complete all of the following: ? Child Care Facility Rules and Regulations ? Health, Safety and Nutrition ? Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect ? ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 20, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
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 procedures in place to ensure that all cleaning supplies and hazardous items are stored securely out of children's reach?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that inspectors have previously identified instances where hazardous items were accessible to children. This question helps parents understand the steps the facility now takes to maintain a secure environment.
- Context
- The facility corrected the issue at the time of the inspection, and a later inspection on May 11, 2026, did not note this concern.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for verifying that all staff members have completed their required background screenings before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from May 2025 noted a concern regarding an unscreened individual being left with children. This question allows the director to explain the current verification protocols used to ensure all staff are cleared.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does your team ensure that infant sleep environments remain safe and free of prohibited items like loose bedding?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in May 2025 identified concerns regarding items in cribs that could pose a risk to infants. This question helps parents understand current sleep safety practices.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What training do staff members receive regarding appropriate supervision of children in confining devices like bouncy seats?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from May 2025 noted a finding regarding the use of confining devices for napping. This question helps parents learn about the facility's current supervision policies for infants.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families about daily routines and any changes to classroom policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication is essential for parents to feel confident in the care their child receives. Understanding how the center shares information helps families stay informed about their child's daily experience.