Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.58
- Local median
- 0.64
PA Geraci Child Development Center
3713 Canal St, Fort Myers, FL 33916
- License:
- C20LE9922
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, Head Start, School Readiness, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 141
- 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
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Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionApril 20, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 20, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 12 available inspections for PA Geraci Child Development Center from January 27, 2023 through April 20, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with seven recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on January 25, 2024 and involved hazardous access.
Seven later inspections, from May 2, 2024 through April 20, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 12
- Recorded violations
- 7
- 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
12 total inspections vs 10.5 local median in 33916
Compared to 18 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 17%
- Local median
- 14%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 25%
- Local median
- 33%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 1.11
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
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No recorded violations in this report
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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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed there was lysol spray and wasp spray stored in a cabinet that was unlocked at floor level in room 2. Pictures taken. The director removed the items and placed them in another cabinet bringing the center back into compliance. Provided technical assistance from the handbook Section 3.2.B B. 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 ... [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
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the diapering station in Room 3 had a bottle of soft drink and cell phone on the station. The staff member removed the items from the station once it discussed. Review the policy that no items not related to diapering are permitted on the diapering station. Provided technical assistance Section 3.10. 2 G G. Items unrelated to diaper changing shall not be stored in the diaper changing area nor shall they be placed on the diaper changing table.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed there was an infant sleeping in the crib with a boppy pillow and blanket in classroom 3. The staff removed the pillow and blanket promptly before the counselor left the classroom. Provided technical assistance from the handbook Section 3.6.4. A. 3.6.4 Safe Sleep A. All personnel that care for infants must follow safe sleep practices as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) as referenced in Caring for Our Children Basics Health and Safety Foundations for Early Care and Education, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(v), F.A.C. Cribs or playpens/play yards used for infants must have tight fit ... [truncated]
- 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
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed one staff record didn't have documentation of completing the 40 hour Introductory Training requirement. Extended due date since the earliest testing date was 3/11/2023. The director provided documentation for the scheduled testing date. Pictures taken. Provided technical assistance from the handbook Section 4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child c ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed 1 staff record didnt have documentation of completing Literacy training within 12 months of the date of employment in the child care industry. Pictures taken. Provided technical assistance from the handbook Section 4.2.2 Early Literacy Training Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry. Proof of completion may be docu ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 27, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed 4 staff record didnt have documentation of completing Safe Sleep/Fire Extinguisher training within 30 days of hire. Provided technical assistance from the handbook. The staff completed the training by the end of the inspection and the certificates were placed in each staff file. Provided technical assistance from the handbook section 2.5 Fire Extinguisher Training All childcare personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. The facility must maintain documentation that all child care personnel have completed training.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed one child's file did not have a current Student Health Examination within 30 days of Enrollment. Provided technical assistance from the handbook. Section 7.2, 7.2 Student Health Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Examination for ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 27, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
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 is your current process for ensuring that cleaning supplies and other hazardous items are stored securely and out of reach of children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an inspection report from January 2024 noted that cleaning supplies were found in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children. This question helps understand the current storage protocols and daily safety checks used to keep such items secure.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection, and subsequent inspections have been clean.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe your center's policies regarding safe sleep practices for infants?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from September 2023 noted an instance where items that could pose a risk were found in a crib. Asking about current sleep safety policies helps parents understand how the center ensures infants follow recommended safe sleep guidelines.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection, and subsequent inspections have been clean.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that diapering stations remain clean and free of unrelated items throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in January 2024 mention that items unrelated to diapering were found on a changing surface. This question helps clarify the center's daily sanitation routines and how staff maintain clean changing areas.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection, and subsequent inspections have been clean.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for tracking and verifying that all staff members have completed their required training and certifications?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from early 2023 indicated that some staff files were missing documentation for required training. This question helps parents understand how the center monitors staff credentials and ensures all training requirements are met.
Related violations
General question
How does the center communicate with families about upcoming health record updates or necessary documentation for their child's file?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Keeping student health records current is a standard requirement for all childcare facilities. This question helps parents understand how the center manages administrative tasks and keeps families informed about important deadlines.