Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.75
- Local median
- 0.39
L.O.V.E. Bonita Springs
28052 Mango Dr, Bonita Springs, FL 34134
- License:
- C20LE0232
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 84
- License expiration:
- June 29, 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 inspectionJune 1, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 14, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 16 available inspections for L.O.V.E. Bonita Springs from February 8, 2023 through June 1, 2026.
Six inspections recorded violations, with 12 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on June 1, 2026 and involved facility condition.
Transportation was a higher-concern topic that 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
- 16
- Recorded violations
- 12
- Higher-concern violations
- 4
- Repeated topics
- 4
5 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
16 total inspections vs 11 local median in Bonita Springs
Compared to 23 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 19%
- Local median
- 10%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 38%
- Local median
- 32%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 4
- Local average
- 1.35
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
February 7, 2024January 29, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
February 7, 2024June 1, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
February 7, 2024June 25, 2024Transportation
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
February 7, 2024January 29, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed changing Table Surface with rip on oit in One Year Old Room (photo taken). Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance to the Director: The Diaper change Surface must be Impermeable with no rips . The Diaper Change Surface was replaced while Licensing Specialist was onsite.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-06
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's driver did not have [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Licensing Specialist reviewed last Physical for Driver (photo taken) that expired 1/27/2026. Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance to the Director: a Driver's Physical must be current and grants medical approval to drive. An updated Physical must be completed and provided by the due date for the facility to be in compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by February 6, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
- Official code
- 06-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [Stationary metal train equipment rusted and not in good repair. Plastic slide with holes in the slide, and two holes in plank flooring un playground (tripping hazard). ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- Licensing Specialist completed observation of playground (photos taken) and determined the following safety issues:Stationary metal train equipment rusted and not in good repair. Plastic slide with holes in the slide, and two holes in plank flooring un playground (tripping hazard). Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance to the Director: Play equipment must be sanitary and safe without rust and peeling paint, holes in outdoor floooring (tripping hazard) and slide with holes in the slide. The play ground equipment must be repaired, painted, discarded, or replaced and holes must be repaired by the due date for the facility to be in compliance. Playground repair compa ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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
- Report comments
- Reviewed training transcript for a staff member who started employment 02/05/2024 showing Introductory training was not started (over 90 days). Provided technical assistance to the Directory: the introduction course must started within 90 days of employment by completing a class in part 1 or part 2. The training must be begun by the due date for the facility to be in compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by July 16, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
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]
- Report comments
- Reviewed training transcript of staff member employed on 2/5/2024 who did not complete SR (School Readiness) training within 90 days of employment. Provided technical assistance to the Director: SR training must be completed within 90 days of employment start date. The SR training must be completed by the due date for the facility to be in compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by July 16, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's driver did not have [ Valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Reviewed Driver file with CPR/First Aid Training expiring on 1/19/2024. Provided technical assistance to the Director: All vehicle Drivers must have current CPR/First Aid. Driver must have current CPR/First Aid by the due date for the facility to be in compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by March 6, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
- Official code
- 06-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed bathroom in room with Age 4-Age 5 (photo taken) with ceiling vent not cleaned with dirt/lint build up. Provided technical assistance to the Director: Bathroom ceiling vent must be kept clean with no build-up of dirt-lint ( fire hazard. Observed Vent cleaned onsite by staff during inspection, thus bringing facility back in compliance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have at least one child care personnel with current and valid pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification present during all hours of operation. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, A Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Reviewed all staff files including Director without current CPR. Staff expired on 1/29/2024. Director expired on 1/19/2024. Provided technical assistance to the Director: there must be at least one staff member onsite with current CPR per 25 children. Staff must obtain current CPR for the facility top be in compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by March 6, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have at least one child care personnel with current and valid certificate of course completion for first aid training present at all times that children are in care. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, A Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Reviewed all staff files including Director with no current First Aid Training. Staff training expired on 1/29/2024 and Director expired on 1/19/2024. Provided technical assistance to the Director: facility required to have at least 1 staff member onsite per 25 children with current First Aid Training. Staff must obtain current First Aid by the due date for the facility to be in compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by March 6, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Correction / follow-up note
- Reviewed new employee file with no employee history verification completed for three employers in the past 5 years. Provided technical assistance to the Director: employee history verification must be completed prior to hiring an employee on all employers in the past 5 years. There must be at least three documented attempts to obtain the information. The employment history verification must be completed by the due date for the facility to be in compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by March 6, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Facility had fire inspection on 07/18/2023 and did not pass inspection because motherboard on panel box needs to be replaced. Provided technical assistance to the Director: the facility must have an approved annual fire inspected completed by the local fire department to be in compliance. The facility must have an updated approved fire inspection completed and provided by the due date for the facility to be in compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by June 29, 2024
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: Transportation
- Report finding
- A vehicle(s) used to transport children did not have the required alarm system installed to prompt the driver to inspect the vehicle for children before exiting the vehicle. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
- Inspector notes
- Observed new transport vehicle without the alarm system. Facility moving current alarm system from other transport vehicle (vehicle not running right) to new vehicle . Provided technical assistance to Director: Transport vehicle must have required alarm system installed. The alarm system must have the alarm system installed and operable by the due date for the facility to be in compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by March 1, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-05
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
Can you walk me through your current process for ensuring all transportation staff maintain up-to-date medical and training certifications?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show past instances where driver physical exams or required safety training were not current. This question helps clarify how the center tracks these requirements to ensure they remain active.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to verify the employment history of new staff members before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted a gap in documented employment history verification for a new hire. This question allows the director to explain the current hiring and background check protocol.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage the routine inspection and maintenance of diapering stations and other high-use equipment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show a finding regarding the condition of a diapering surface. This question helps parents understand the center's schedule for checking and replacing equipment to keep it in good condition.
- Context
- The specific issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe your daily or weekly routine for ensuring that all outdoor play equipment remains safe and well-maintained for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from multiple inspections indicate past concerns regarding the condition of playground equipment. This question helps families understand the current process for identifying and addressing maintenance needs.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for tracking staff training deadlines to ensure everyone is fully prepared and compliant with requirements?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show instances where staff training or certification documentation was not up to date. This question helps parents learn how the center monitors these important staff credentials.
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