Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.4
- Local median
- 0.48
MANATEE ELEMENTARY
7001 Charleston Shores Blvd, Lake Worth, FL 33467
- License:
- E15PB0742
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Exempt
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, Food Served, Full Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 2:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 0
- License expiration:
- Not found
Typical cost: Not available for Palm Beach County.
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 9, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 9, 2026
Summary
This summary covers five available inspections for MANATEE ELEMENTARY from March 13, 2024 through April 9, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with seven recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on March 31, 2026 and involved staff training, with a due date of April 30, 2026.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 5
- Recorded violations
- 7
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 1
2 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
5 total inspections vs 10.5 local median in 33467
Compared to 14 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 3%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 60%
- Local median
- 33%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.93
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
March 13, 2024April 10, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
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
- Staff S.S (date of hire as ECP 1/2025) has not completed the required School Readiness Preservice trainings. See supplementary sheet.
- Correction status
- Due by April 30, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 27 - Training Requirements (Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 38-41)
- Official code
- 27-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the program facility were found to be in need of cleaning. (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 12-01 Areas of the program facility were found to be in need of cleaning. (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR] Observed dirt/sand build up and stagnant water in 2 water fountains that were located on the VPK outdoor playground. TA; Told provider about fountains that had dirt/sand and stagnant water in them that needed to be cleaned. Water fountains were cleaned before we left the facility. Violation cleared and abated at the time of this inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment (Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 21-25)
- Official code
- 12-01
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the program facility were found to be in need of cleaning. (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed what appears to be a build up of sand/dirt and stagnant water on two water fountains. The water fountains were located on the VPK outdoor play area.
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment (Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 21-25)
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The program facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. (Section 14.2, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed a fire inspection report. Per the report there are outstanding citations and a reinspection is currently pending until June 30,2025.
- Correction status
- Due by June 30, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 22 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness (Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 31-33)
- Official code
- 22-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The programs first aid kit was missing the following items:[gloves] 1.Soap and hand sanitizer 2.Band -aids Or equivalent 3.Disposable non-porous gloves 4.Cotton balls Or applicators 5.Sterile gauze pads and rolls 6.Adhesive tape 7.Thermometer 8.Tweezers 9.Pre-moistened wipes 10.Scissors 11.A current resource guide on first aid and CPR procedures (Section 13.5) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed gloves missing from the first aid kit for room 165. The teacher provided gloves at the time of the inspection. The violation has been cleared and abated at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 29 - First Aid Requirements (Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 13 Health-Related Requirements, Pages 29-31)
- Official code
- 29-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Emergency information/telephone numbers were not posted on or near all telephones in the program facility. (Section 15, number 1) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed emergency numbers not posted in room 165. Staff posted the emergency numbers at the time of the inspection. This violation has been cleared and abated at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Emergency Telephone Numbers (Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 15 Emergency Procedures and Notification, Pages 33-34)
- Official code
- 31-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Parents were not provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus annually during the months of August through September as evidenced by their signed statement. (Section 19.2, number 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Signed influenza brochure not available for C.T. Parent's signature was obtained at the time of the inspection. This violation has been cleared and abated at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 36 - Enrollment Information (Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 19.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 42-43)
- Official code
- 36-06
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 describe the current process for ensuring all staff members complete their required training before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a March 2026 inspection note that a staff member had not completed required training requirements. This question helps clarify how the center tracks and verifies that all personnel meet these standards.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does your team take to maintain the cleanliness of outdoor play areas and equipment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that facility cleanliness, specifically regarding outdoor equipment, was noted as an area needing attention in multiple reports. Asking about the current maintenance routine provides insight into how the center keeps these areas ready for daily use.
- Context
- A later inspection on April 9, 2026, was completed with no findings.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that emergency supplies and information are always available and up to date in every classroom?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2024 noted instances where emergency contact information or specific first aid kit items were missing. This question helps parents understand the current system for monitoring these essential safety materials.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage the annual fire safety inspection process to ensure all requirements remain current?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an earlier inspection indicated that the facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection at that time. This question allows the director to explain how they stay on top of these required safety certifications.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for keeping children's enrollment files organized and ensuring all required health documentation is complete?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An inspection report previously noted a missing signed influenza brochure in a child's file. This question helps parents understand the administrative checks in place to ensure all necessary documentation is collected and maintained.
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