Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.33
- Local median
- 0.28
Boys and Girls Club of St Lucie County - Garden Terrace Unit
3104 Avenue J, Fort Pierce, FL 34947
- License:
- E19SL0048
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Exempt
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 1:30PM to 7:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 0
- License expiration:
- June 27, 2027
Typical cost: $1,300 - $1,382 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,300 - $1,382/mo
Median daily rate: $60.00 - $63.80
Official Florida Division of Early Learning St. Lucie 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 8, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 8, 2026
Summary
This summary covers three available inspections for Boys and Girls Club of St Lucie County - Garden Terrace Unit from May 20, 2025 through April 8, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on April 2, 2026 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of April 16, 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
- 3
- Recorded violations
- 1
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 0
2 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
3 total inspections vs 10.5 local median in 34947
Compared to 20 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 22%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.25
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
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [March 2026 no Fire drill conducted.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- No fire drill conducted during the month of March 2026. Fire drills are to be completed every month that the program is in operation. Technical assistance provided with the Club Coordinator during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by April 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-06
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 describe your process for ensuring that monthly fire drills are consistently conducted and documented?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an April 2026 inspection indicate that a monthly fire drill was missed during the previous month. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center tracks these requirements to ensure they are completed on schedule.
- Context
- A later inspection on April 8, 2026, showed no further issues.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families about the emergency and safety procedures practiced at the facility?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how the center shares safety information helps families feel confident that emergency preparedness is a priority in the daily routine. This provides insight into the center's transparency and communication style.
General question
What training do staff members receive regarding emergency response and evacuation protocols?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Staff preparedness is a key component of a secure environment. Learning about the training process helps parents understand how the team is equipped to handle various situations.
General question
How do you ensure that all staff are familiar with the specific needs of the children in their care during an emergency?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Knowing that staff are prepared to support children during drills or real emergencies provides peace of mind. This question helps clarify how individual child needs are integrated into the center's safety planning.
General question
What is the typical daily routine for the children, and how is supervision maintained during transitions between activities?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- A consistent daily routine helps children feel secure and allows staff to manage supervision effectively. This helps parents understand the structure of the program and how the staff monitors children throughout the day.