School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 2:45PM to 6:30PM; 6:30AM to 8:00AM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
135
License expiration:
Not found
Typical cost: $1,083 - $1,192 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,083 - $1,192/mo
Median daily rate: $50.00 - $55.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Collier County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionApril 20, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 20, 2026
Summary
This summary covers four available inspections for Collier County Public Schools - Lely Elementary from April 22, 2024 through April 20, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with two recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 16, 2026 and involved medication, with a due date of May 18, 2026.
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
4
2 in last 12 months
Recorded violations
2
2 in last 12 months
Higher-concern violations
1
1 in last 12 months
Repeated topics
0
Last 36 months
Local comparison
4 total inspections vs 11 local median in Naples
Compared to 93 local facilities
Recorded violations per inspection
This provider
0.5
Local median
0.18
0.5This provider
0.18Local median
Inspections with higher-concern violations
This provider
25%
Local median
7%
25%This provider
7%Local median
Inspections with recorded violations
This provider
25%
Local median
17%
25%This provider
17%Local median
Repeated topics
This provider
0
Local average
0.45
0This provider
0.45Local average
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.
The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [The following structures have peeling paint or/rust: The blue monkey bars, red balance bar, red and blue monkey bars, and creamand red play grpund structure with red and yellow slides.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Report comments
The following structures have peeling paint or/rust: The blue monkey bars, red balance bar, red and blue monkey bars, and white and red playground structure with red and yellow slides. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and moving parts. Documentation of maintenance inspections must be maintained for 12 months.
Correction status
Due by August 17, 2026
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-03
Higher concern: Medication
Report finding
A medication, [epi-pen not on original box], brought to the center for administration, was not in its original container. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
The epi-pen was not on original box and a prescription label. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining medication must be in the original container and have a prescription label.
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 walk me through your current process for receiving and storing medications brought from home?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an April 2026 inspection note a finding regarding the storage of a medication. Asking about the current process helps parents understand how the center ensures all medications are kept in their original containers with proper labeling.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your routine for inspecting and maintaining the playground equipment to ensure it remains in good repair?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from April 2026 identified concerns regarding the condition of certain outdoor play structures. This question allows the center to explain how they conduct regular maintenance and safety checks on their equipment.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families if there are changes to your daily health or safety procedures?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Establishing clear communication channels helps parents stay informed about the center's operational standards and any updates to their care practices.
General question
What training do staff members receive regarding the supervision of children during outdoor play?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding staff training protocols provides insight into how the center prioritizes active supervision and child safety throughout the day.
General question
Can you describe how you document and track the health and safety checks performed at the facility?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Learning about the center's documentation practices helps parents understand how the facility monitors its own compliance with health and safety standards.