School Readiness, Drop In, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 7:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
10
License expiration:
September 17, 2026
Typical cost: $975 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$975/mo
Median daily rate: $45.00 (non-Gold Seal only)
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Volusia 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 inspectionFebruary 19, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsFebruary 19, 2026
Summary
This summary covers five available inspections for Lurens Learning Academy from September 13, 2024 through February 19, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with three recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on February 18, 2026 and involved staff-to-child ratio, with a due date of February 19, 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
5
3 in last 12 months
Recorded violations
3
3 in last 12 months
Higher-concern violations
1
1 in last 12 months
Repeated topics
0
Last 36 months
Local comparison
5 total inspections vs 5 local median in 32725
Compared to 24 local facilities
Recorded violations per inspection
This provider
0.6
Local median
0.18
0.6This provider
0.18Local median
Inspections with higher-concern violations
This provider
20%
Local median
0%
20%This provider
0%Local median
Inspections with recorded violations
This provider
40%
Local median
17%
40%This provider
17%Local median
Repeated topics
This provider
0
Local average
0.25
0This provider
0.25Local 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.
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 [3 - 3 years, 2 - 2 years, 1 - 1 year and an infant ]. 402.302(8), F.S., FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.2.1 Licensed Family [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Licensing Specialist observed the following ratio: 3 - 3 year old children, 2 - 2 year old children, 1 - one year old child, and 1 infant. The provider stated that she has an employee (her substitute) that comes in to help. Specialist gave technical assistance that this is not allowed in a regular family day care home and that she does not currently meet the requirements to apply for a large family day care home license.The Family Day Care Home Handbook states on page 10:2.2.1 Family Day Care Home A family day care home may provide care for one of the following groups of children, which shall include household children under 13 years of age: A. A maximum of four children from ... [truncated]
The operator failed to report changes to the written substitute plan within 5 working days. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 3.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Staffing Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Specialist observed a person, left with the children, that was not listed as a substitute. Specialist gathered all information for the person with the children to be entered into CARES as a new substitute. The Family Day Care Home Handbook states on page 15: 3.2 Substitute The operator must have a written plan to provide at least one substitute, 18 years of age or older, to be available on a temporary/emergency basis. A. The substitutes information (including name, date of birth, telephone number, address, anticipated number of hours worked and whether or not this person substitutes for another home) must be provided on the CF-FSP Form 5133, Application for a License to Opera ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Substitute
Official code
05-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
A child was observed to not wash their hands with soap and running water following personal hygiene procedures. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.16 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Specialist observed two children during diaper changing. The care giver did not wash the infant's or toddler's hands after changing their diapers. Specialist advised the care giver on the proper handwashing procedures. The Family Day Care Home Handbook states on pages 40 -41: 7.16 Hand Hygiene Child care personnel and children shall wash their hands with soap and running water, dry thoroughly, and follow personal hygiene procedures for themselves or while assisting others, and immediately after outdoor play. Situations or times that children and child care personnel must perform hand hygiene should be posted in all food preparation, diapering and toileting areas. The operator ... [truncated]
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
How do you manage daily staffing and group sizes to ensure you stay within your licensed capacity limits?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in February 2026 show a finding regarding the number of children in care. Asking about current practices helps clarify how the center monitors group sizes and staffing levels on a daily basis.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded on February 19, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for training staff on hygiene practices like handwashing after diaper changes?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from August 2025 noted a finding regarding hand hygiene procedures. This question helps parents understand how the center maintains consistent health and sanitation standards for the children.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all substitute caregivers are properly vetted and registered before they work with the children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from August 2025 show a finding regarding the documentation of substitute caregivers. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the center manages staffing changes and oversight.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question
What is your daily routine for keeping the facility clean and organized for the children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding the daily cleaning routine helps parents see how the center prioritizes a healthy environment for the children throughout the day.
General question
How do you communicate with parents if there are unexpected changes to the daily schedule or staffing?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication practices help families feel informed and confident about the care their children receive, especially when adjustments occur.