Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.35
- Local median
- 0.35
A Learning Center of Hope
25999 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs, FL 34135
- License:
- C20LE6585
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- VPK, After School, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 84
- License expiration:
- May 31, 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
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 inspectionApril 23, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 23, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 17 available inspections for A Learning Center of Hope from January 10, 2023 through April 23, 2026.
Six inspections recorded violations, with six recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on May 7, 2024 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of June 4, 2024.
Staff-to-child ratio was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
Eight later inspections, from June 11, 2024 through April 23, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 17
- Recorded violations
- 6
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
17 total inspections vs 10 local median in 34135
Compared to 19 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 12%
- Local median
- 12%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 35%
- Local median
- 29%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 1.37
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.
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
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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
- Report comments
- Reviewed current fire inspection which expired on 04/27/2024. Provided technical assistance to the Director: An approved fire inspection must be completed yearly and not have expired. An approved fire inspection must be completed by the due date for the facility to be in compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by June 4, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [3] child care personnel for [9] children is required. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [9] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S.
- Report comments
- Interviewed 2 staff members and Director separately.. All admitted that infant room has been out of compliance in past two week on occasion with a 2:9 ratio during a transition for a few minutes. Ratio at 2:8 in the infant room and a parent arrives with another infant putting the ratio at 2:9 ( out of compliance) until infant room makes a ratio adjustment. Director advised Licensing Specialist that facility will no longer let parent come to room with infant until room is already adjusted with proper number of staff. Provided technical Assistance to Director: all classrooms must be in compliance with ratio at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
No recorded violations in this report
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
- Reviewed staff file with Introduction Course Not Completed and staff member working in the Florida Childcare Industry (Facility) over 1 year. Provided technical assistance to the Director: The introductory course must be completed within 1 year of the training start date. The training must be completed by the due date for the facility to be in compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by February 9, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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
- Received email from the Director and reviewed training transcript showing employee in question did not complete the introduction course. The facility was previously cited for this same employee for the same violation over 30 days ago. Provided technical assistance to the the Director: employees must complete the introductory course within 1 year of employment in the Florida child care industry. This is the second violation of this type in a two-year period. The third violation will result in a $25.00 fine. The employee must complete the training by the due date for the facility to be in compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by July 4, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
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
- Reviewed 1 staff file and training transcript and determined the staff member did not complete the Introduction course and worked in the child care industry and started the training in 2012. Provided technical assistance to the Director: the 40 hour introduction training course must be completed within 1 year of the training start date. The employee must complete the training by the due date for the facility to be in compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by June 1, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
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
- Inspector notes
- Observed in three-old classroom with outlet cover plug ( photo taken) removed from outlet and not replaced. Replaced and observed by licensing counselor during inspection, thus bringing the facility back into compliance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
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
How does your team manage classroom staffing levels to ensure the required ratios are maintained throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in April 2024 note a finding regarding staff-to-child ratios. This question helps parents understand the current procedures in place to ensure consistent supervision.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that all areas of the facility remain secure and free of potential hazards for children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from January 2023 identified a concern regarding the maintenance of electrical outlet covers. Asking this helps clarify the current facility safety protocols.
- Context
- The issue was corrected during the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you share how you track and verify that all staff members have completed their required training and certifications?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2023 and 2024 show findings related to staff training completion. This question allows the director to explain the current system for monitoring staff professional development.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all required safety inspections, such as fire safety checks, remain up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from May 2024 indicate a finding regarding an expired fire safety inspection. This question helps parents understand how the center manages its regulatory compliance schedule.
Related violations
General question
What is your process for communicating with parents about daily routines and any changes in classroom staffing?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Establishing clear communication expectations helps families feel more involved and informed about their child's daily environment and care team.