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End of the Rainbow Learning Academy 2

3347 Fowler St, Fort Myers, FL 33901

License:
C20LE0230
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 12, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Night Care, Weekend Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 11:00PM; Sat-Sun: 7:00AM to 6:00PM
Capacity:
71
License expiration:
July 1, 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 29, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 30, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 19 available inspections for End of the Rainbow Learning Academy 2 from January 25, 2023 through May 29, 2026.

Eight inspections recorded violations, with 22 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on May 29, 2026 and involved hazardous access.

That higher-concern topic showed up in three inspections.

The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.

At a glance

Total inspections
19

5 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
22

7 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
8

5 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
4

Last 36 months

Local comparison

19 total inspections vs 15 local median in 33901

Compared to 17 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.16
Local median
0.93

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
21%
Local median
27%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
42%
Local median
44%

Repeated topics

This provider
4
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.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

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
Licensing specialist (LS)observed bottles of hand soap labeled keep out of reach of children, withing the reach of children in the bathroom in the 3 & 4 year old class. Technical Assistance (TA) was given to the director and staff by the Licensing specialist explaining that these items must always be inaccessible and out of a childs reach. Item was removed and placed out of reach of children by the staff member, placing this standard back in compliance.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
Official code
13-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facility's outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist (LS) observed a bent piece of metal protruding from the wall on the playground, creating a sharp edge that could pose a potential safety hazard to the children (Pictures were taken). Also, screws were observed protruding from another playground wall some of which appeared rusted and could also present a potential safety hazard to the children. Additionally three metal poles on the playground were observed to have visible rusted and are in need of repainting. Technical assistance was provided to the director to fix the above mentioned items. Please ensure that repairs are done by the due date.
Correction status
Due by June 29, 2026
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-02
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Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
During the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed that in the one year old classroom an electrical outlet power strip was missing outlet covers. Technical assistance was given to the staff responsible in regard to having outlet covers in outlets. Explaining that all accessible electrical outlets must be tamper-resistant electrical outlets that contain internal shutter mechanisms to prevent children from sticking objects into receptacles or have out covers. During the inspection visit this was corrected by placing a tamper-resistant electrical power strip.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-18
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
Licensing specialist observed shaving cream, on a shelve withing the reach of children in the 2-3 Year Old Classroom (Picture was taken). Technical Assistance (TA) was given to the staff responsible. The staff responsible place the shaving cream in a cabinet out of the children at the time of inspection , placing this standard back in compliance.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
Official code
13-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facility's outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Per director, at this time the playground directly on the back of the building is no being used, repairs need to be made to the potholes (Picture was taken). One of holes measure about 10 inches deep and the other one measures about 6 inches deep (Pictures were taken). The director stated that she has being trying to contact the property owner, however if she does not hear back from him she will take care of this herself. She also stated that she has reported this to the city. She is currently using the playground on the side of the building. LS suggested to the staff responsible to block of that area until it is fix. Additional time has been given per directors request to co ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by February 26, 2026
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-02
Higher concern: Medication
Report finding
Medication was not stored in either a locked area or inaccessible and out of a childs reach. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
During the time of inspection the LS found medication in an unlocked cabinet accessible to the children in the one year old room. LS gave TA to the staff responsible explaining that all medication must either be stored in a locked area or must be out of any childs reach. The staff responsible corrected this by placing the medication in a locked cabinet out of the reach of children.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
Official code
40-15
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
Licensing specialist while reviewing the Employee Roster in the Clearinghouse noticed that the Individuals listed on the supplemental page need to be removed from the Employee Roster in the Clearinghouse. LS gave TA to the staff responsible in reference to maintaining a current Employee Roster in the Clearinghouse. The employer/owner/operator must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 5 days of the employment termination.
Correction status
Due by February 26, 2026
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-09
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
There was evidence or the presence of rodent or vermin observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months. During the time of inspection the Licensing Specialist observed a dead roach in the kitchen and in the one year old classroom (photos were taken). LS provided TA to the staff responsible to please ensure that pest control is conducted regularly to eliminate this issue. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Roach was removed during the inspection visit, placing this standard back in compliance.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-09
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Inspector notes
LS observed that the individuals listed on the supplemental page did not start the DCF Introduction Courses within 90 days. The LS provided technical assistance (TA) to the staff responsible explaining that training must be started within 90 days the day employment begins in the child care industry.
Correction status
Due by July 2, 2025
More details
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-03
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]
Report comments
The staff member listed on the supplemental page must start and complete the training to meet the SR training requirement. The online SR training is also available to meet this requirement. LS provided technical assistance to the staff responsible explaining that all pre- service training requirements must be completed by all program personnel, volunteers and substitutes, within 90 days of initial employmen t with any provider participating in the school readiness program.
Correction status
Due by July 2, 2025
More details
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-13
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Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist (LS) observed the floor on the bathroom closest to the door connecting both classrooms having broken pieces of tiles that need to be replaced. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. LS provided TA to the staff responsible to repair the floor by the due date of 3/11/2025.
Correction status
Due by March 11, 2025
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
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 Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
LS observed odor spray and hand sanitizer labeled "keep out of reach of children" on a shelve, accessible to the children (Picture was taken) . LS gave technical assistance (TA) to the staff responsible to ensure that all harmful items are stored in a locked or inaccessible area to children at all times. The staff responsible removed the sanitizer during this inspection visit, placing this standard back in compliance.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
Official code
13-02
Medium concern: Incident records
Report finding
Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [the parent/guardian signature]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
LS observed an incident report that was missing a parent signature. LS gave TA to the staff responsible in reference to the documentation that must be included in the incident report, including the name of the affected party, date and time of the occurrence, description of the occurrence, actions taken and by whom, and appropriate signatures of program staff and the custodial parent or legal guardian. Not Monitored Comments During the time of the inspection, the Provider advised the Licensing Specialist they do dispense medication to the children that are in care, however at this time there are no children needing medication.
Correction status
Due by March 11, 2025
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
Official code
39-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B Record Keeping [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
LS observed that the child listed on the supplemental page is missing a certificate of immunization. Technical Assistance (TA) was provided by the LS to the staff responsible in reference to keeping a current immunization certificate in the children's files. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program. The parent/guardian of a child who has not received the age-appropriate immunizations prior to enrollment and who does not have documented medical or religious exemptions from routine childhood immunizations must provide documentation of ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 11, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-01
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
Licensing Specialist observed that the child listed on the supplemental page is missing a current certificate of immunization. Technical Assistance (TA) was provided to the staff responsible by the Licensing Specialist explaining that immunization records must be current.
Correction status
Due by March 11, 2025
More details
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02
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Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months. The side of the playground door needs to be fixed there is a big gap on the bottom part of the door, a new door sweep must be placed by the due date. TA provided to the staff responsible and di ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by November 3, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
There was evidence or the presence of rodent or vermin observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months. A dead roach was observed in the two and three year old class (photos was taken). LS provided TA to the staff responsible to please ensure that pest control is conducted regularly to eliminate ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-09
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [5] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [5] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing observed 1 staff caring for 5 infants/ones, a staff came to the room thus it was completed at the time of the inspection. Licensing explained staff must remain in the same classroom with the children at all times.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
The bedding available was not safe and poses a threat to the health, safety or well-being of a child in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1 Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
An infant was observed sleeping in a bounce chair, staff moved her from the bounce chair to a playpen thus it was completed at the time of the inspection. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining, that due to safe sleep practices, infants must sleep in cribs and older children in mats/cots. Bounce chairs/rockers are not a safe space for children to sleep due to the risk of suffocation.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
Official code
18-02
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
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 Child Growth and Development Behaviora ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by June 21, 2024
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facility did not provide shade on the playground. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, C (Section 10.7, numbers 4 and 5) Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The outdoor play area must provide shade. Shade may be provided by trees, buildings, or structures. Currently there is no shade in the outside play area. CCRC gave TA to the director in reference to having shade in the playground.
Correction status
Due by July 6, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-03
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 14.2, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
A fire drill was conducted with 3 staff and 10 children, with alarm activated, in presence of Licensing Counselor this date. The fire extinguishers are certified thru 11/2023 . Reviewed annual fire inspection, the fire inspection was conducted on 5/2/2022 and is currently expired. CCRC gave TA to the director. An updated fire inspection must be completed by the due date for the facility to be in compliance.
Correction status
Due by June 27, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-02

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

What steps does the center take to ensure that cleaning supplies and other hazardous items are always stored securely and out of reach of children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in May 2026 note that cleaning supplies were found within reach of children. This question helps clarify the current storage protocols and staff training in place to prevent similar occurrences.
Context
The item was removed and placed out of reach at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the facility maintain its background screening roster to ensure all staff members are correctly documented?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from January 2026 identified a need to update the employee roster in the state clearinghouse. This question allows the director to explain the current process for keeping personnel records accurate and up to date.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is the current process for inspecting the playground and other outdoor areas to ensure they remain in good repair?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2026 show that the outdoor play area required repairs for hazards like protruding metal and screws. Asking about the daily inspection routine helps parents understand how the center proactively maintains the safety of outdoor spaces.
Related violations
Finding-specific

Could you describe the center's routine for maintaining facility cleanliness and ensuring areas remain in good repair?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from multiple inspections between 2024 and 2025 note observations regarding facility maintenance and cleanliness. This question helps families understand the center's ongoing commitment to keeping the environment well-maintained and clean.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is the center's approach to ensuring that all staff members complete their required training on time?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Official inspection reports from 2024 and 2025 identified instances where training documentation was not fully up to date. This question provides insight into how the center tracks and manages staff development and compliance requirements.
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