Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.4
- Local median
- 0.71
Pelican Elementary Early Learning Center
3525 SW 3rd Ave, Cape Coral, FL 33914
- License:
- C20LE0322
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 75
- License expiration:
- August 7, 2026
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
Questions worth asking
The available records raise questions worth asking before enrolling.
Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionJune 23, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 3, 2026
Summary
This summary covers five available inspections for Pelican Elementary Early Learning Center from August 6, 2025 through June 23, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with two recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on June 23, 2026 and involved health or food records.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 5
- Recorded violations
- 2
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 1
5 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
5 total inspections vs 0 local median in 33914
Compared to 9 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 11%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 40%
- Local median
- 37%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.56
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 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
February 26, 2026June 23, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Preparation of food occurred in an area that is not a designated food preparation area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- LS observed that bottles were being prepared in the classroom (not a food preparation area). LS gave TA to the director explaining that a food preparation area is required for facilities that choose to prepare food in a manner consistent with the definition of preparation of food. The director explained that they will be preparing bottles in the kitchen, placing this standard back in compliance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- A refrigerator was observed without a thermometer or with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1. Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection visit the Licensing Specialist observed that the refrigerators in the classrooms were missing a thermometer. Ta was giving to the director reminding her that an accurate alcohol thermometer designed to measure cold storage temperature must be placed inside each refrigeration and freezer unit. Thermometers in refrigerators must show a reading of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below, and thermometers in freezers must show a reading of 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below. The thermometer must be located in the center of the unit and be readily accessible.
- Correction status
- Due by March 26, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-07
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 walk me through your current process for preparing bottles and snacks to ensure they are handled in the designated kitchen area?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a June 2026 inspection note that food preparation was observed in a classroom rather than a designated area. This question helps confirm that staff are now consistently using the kitchen for these tasks.
- Context
- The issue was noted as corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your daily routine for checking refrigerator temperatures and ensuring all units have working thermometers?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show that maintaining proper food storage equipment, such as refrigerator thermometers, has been a topic of discussion in recent reports. Asking about the current routine helps parents understand how the center monitors food safety standards.
Related violations
General question
How do you train new staff members on your health and safety protocols regarding food handling and storage?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding staff training processes gives parents insight into how the center ensures consistent safety practices across all classrooms. This helps clarify how policies are communicated to the team.
General question
What steps do you take to supervise children during meal times to ensure they are safe and comfortable?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about mealtime supervision helps parents feel confident in the daily care routines provided for their children. This provides a better understanding of the classroom environment during transitions.
General question
How do you communicate with families if there are any changes to your daily health or safety procedures?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication channels are essential for building a strong partnership between the center and families. This question helps parents understand how they will be kept informed about center operations.