School Readiness, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
10
License expiration:
May 1, 2027
Typical cost: $823 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$823/mo
Median daily rate: $38.00 (non-Gold Seal only)
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Hernando 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 inspectionMay 5, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 5, 2026
Summary
This summary covers nine available inspections for Sunshine Family Home Child Daycare from April 11, 2024 through May 5, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with seven recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on March 16, 2026 and involved health or food records, with a due date of April 10, 2026.
Attendance accountability was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
Two later inspections, from April 27, 2026 through May 5, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
Total inspections
9
5 in last 12 months
Recorded violations
7
3 in last 12 months
Higher-concern violations
2
0 in last 12 months
Repeated topics
1
Last 36 months
Local comparison
9 total inspections vs 7 local median in 34608
Compared to 14 local facilities
Recorded violations per inspection
This provider
0.78
Local median
0.5
0.78This provider
0.5Local median
Inspections with higher-concern violations
This provider
11%
Local median
0%
11%This provider
0%Local median
Inspections with recorded violations
This provider
33%
Local median
25%
33%This provider
25%Local median
Repeated topics
This provider
1
Local average
0.36
1This provider
0.36Local average
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Health or food records
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)].FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1 A and B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR]
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Child listed on supplemental page has expired immunization record
The operator did not have documentation of current vaccination records for the pet observed.Vaccinations are available for this type of animal. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Counselor observed that pet vaccination was not current, and previous vaccination had expired on 09/20/2025
Correction status
Due by October 31, 2025
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Animal Vaccinations
Official code
09-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
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The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)].FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1 A and B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR]
Inspector notes
Counselor observed that an Immunization for child expired on 06/05/2025
A family day care home may provide care for a maximum of: 4 children from birth to 12 months of age. 3 children from birth to 12 months of age, and other children, for a maximum total of six children. 6 preschool children if all are older than 12 months of age. 10 children if no more than 5 are preschool age and, of those 5, no more than 2 are under 12 months of age. There were [7] children observed in care and their ages were [1/3mo 1/9mo 1/1 year old 4/2 year old]. 402.302(8), F.S., FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.2.1 Licensed Family [SR]
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1/3mo 1/9mo 1/1 year old 4/2 year old 1 child removed by parent. Technical Assistance given to provider concerning the Ratio for Pre-School children should not exceed 6. Provider had 7
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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LICENSED FAMILY - 01 - Licensed Capacity/ Ratio
Official code
01-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
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Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment.FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1, A Children's Records [SR]
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2 students did not have shot records on file. Provider offered Technical Assistance reference each child's current shot record should be kept and securely filed.
Correction status
Due by October 16, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Immunization Records
Official code
31-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
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Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2, A Children's Records [SR]
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3 Student had no physical on file. Provider offered Technical Assistance reference each child's current Physical Examination should be kept and securely filed.
Correction status
Due by October 16, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - Health Records
Official code
32-01
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
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Daily attendance was not maintained to account for all children in care. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.4, A and B Children's Records [SR]
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No attendance records recorded since 9/27/2024 Technical Assistance given to the Provider ensuring that Attendance should be taken daily, kept securely and filed. ENFORCEMENT
Correction status
Due by October 16, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance
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
Can you walk me through your process for ensuring daily attendance is accurately tracked and maintained for all children in your care?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from October 2024 noted that daily attendance records were not being maintained as required. Asking about current procedures helps clarify how the center now ensures every child is accounted for daily.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage your daily staffing and enrollment to ensure you consistently stay within the required child-to-adult ratios?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an October 2024 inspection show a finding regarding the number of children in care relative to the licensed capacity. This question allows the provider to explain their current approach to maintaining appropriate supervision levels.
Context
The issue was noted as corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your system for tracking when children's immunization records or physicals are nearing their expiration dates?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that keeping current health and immunization documentation has been a recurring topic in several reports between 2024 and 2026. Understanding the current tracking system provides insight into how the center keeps these important records up to date.
Context
A later inspection in May 2026 showed no issues.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all required health documentation for any pets on the premises is kept current and accessible?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an October 2025 inspection indicate a finding regarding documentation for pet vaccinations. This question helps clarify how the center currently maintains these records.
Related violations
General question
What is your typical daily routine for children in your care, and how do you balance group activities with individual needs?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Learning about the daily schedule helps families understand how the provider structures time for play, learning, and rest. This information is useful for determining if the center's daily rhythm is a good fit for a child's needs.