Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.33
- Local median
- 0.09
Indian River County Schools - Fellesmere Elementary
50 N Cypress St, Fellsmere, FL 32948
- License:
- E19IR0019
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Exempt
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 3:15PM to 6:00PM; 7:00AM to 8:30AM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 105
- License expiration:
- Not found
Typical cost: $1,062 - $1,192 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,062 - $1,192/mo
Median daily rate: $49.00 - $55.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Indian River 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 inspectionMarch 16, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 16, 2026
Summary
This summary covers three available inspections for Indian River County Schools - Fellesmere Elementary from May 13, 2024 through March 16, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on May 13, 2024 and involved background screening.
Two later inspections, from May 29, 2025 through March 16, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 3
- Recorded violations
- 1
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
3 total inspections vs 5 local median in Indian River County
Compared to 65 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 9%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.14
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
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 screening clearance from DCF was either incomplete or missing for the operator, program personnel, volunteers or substitutes. (Section 19.5, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- One personnel that was present was missing their Level 2 background screening clearance from DCF. Technical assistance was provided with the Site Coordinator and also the Program Coordinator regarding the required documents. This noncompliance was corrected during the inspection with the personnel leaving once the staff to child ratio had been met.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Background Screening Documents (Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 19.5 Record Keeping/Background Screening, Pages 44-45)
- Official code
- 38-02
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 all staff members have their required background screening documentation on file?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an inspection in May 2024 where documentation for a staff member's background screening was missing. This question helps understand the steps taken to keep personnel records current.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection, and subsequent inspections in 2025 and 2026 did not note this concern.
Related violations
General question
How do you handle staff orientation to ensure everyone understands the importance of maintaining up-to-date personnel records?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how the center trains staff on administrative requirements helps ensure that operational standards are consistently met. This helps parents feel confident that the team is well-prepared and organized.
General question
Could you describe the daily routine and how you maintain consistent supervision for the children during transition times?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about the daily routine and supervision practices provides insight into how the center keeps children engaged and monitored throughout the day. This is a helpful way to gauge the overall structure of the program.
General question
What is your communication process if a parent has a question about center policies or staff requirements?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Knowing how the center handles parent inquiries helps families understand the level of transparency and responsiveness they can expect. Clear communication channels are important for a positive partnership between parents and the provider.
General question
How do you ensure that your staffing levels remain appropriate throughout the entire day, including during arrivals and departures?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Asking about staffing practices helps parents understand how the center manages ratios to provide adequate attention to all children. This is a fundamental aspect of a well-run childcare environment.