Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.8
- Local median
- 0.55
Linda's Love And Care
4674 Barley St, Orlando, FL 32811
- License:
- F09OR0091
- Type:
- Family Day Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Night Care, Weekend Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Sun: 12:00AM to 11:59PM
- Capacity:
- 10
- License expiration:
- November 29, 2026
Typical cost: $1,083 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,083/mo
Median daily rate: $50.00 (non-Gold Seal only)
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Orange 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 inspectionMay 12, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 22, 2025
Summary
This summary covers 10 available inspections for Linda's Love And Care from May 18, 2023 through May 12, 2026.
Six inspections recorded violations, with 18 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on May 12, 2026 and involved background screening.
That higher-concern topic showed up in four inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 10
- Recorded violations
- 18
- Higher-concern violations
- 4
- Repeated topics
- 4
2 in last 12 months
8 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
10 total inspections vs 10 local median in 32811
Compared to 25 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 40%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 60%
- Local median
- 31%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 4
- Local average
- 1.16
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Background screening
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
November 19, 2024May 22, 2025November 21, 2025May 12, 2026Recordkeeping
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
November 19, 2024November 21, 2025May 12, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
November 19, 2024May 22, 2025November 21, 2025Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
November 19, 2024May 12, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Required background screening was missing for [ a substitute]. 402.313(3) F.S. and FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.1
- Report comments
- It was completed at the time of inspection
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Background Screening Requirements
- Official code
- 06-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Weather permitting, infants were not provided opportunities for outdoor time. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, D
- Report comments
- Provider states she does not take the kids out due to snake in her backyard
- Correction status
- Due by June 1, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements
- Official code
- 14-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Floor mats available for children in care were not at least one inch thick. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.8, F
- Report comments
- The floor mats available for children in care were not at least one inch thick, as required. This is in accordance with FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.8, F.
- Correction status
- Due by June 1, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 16 - Appropriate, Safe and Sanitary Bedding
- Official code
- 16-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- 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
- Correction status
- Due by June 1, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 31-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- No enrollment information was on file for the child(ren) and/ or available for licensing to review. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, B
- Report comments
- A new enrollment is needed. The only file on record is from 2020, and no current enrollment information was available for review by licensing for the child(ren). This is required per FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, B. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Due by June 1, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 33-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The provider failed to maintain written documentation for the number of hours a substitute worked in their home each day for the preceding 12 months. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 3.2, C
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed missing substitute hours.
- Correction status
- Due by January 5, 2026
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Substitute
- Official code
- 05-05
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Required background screening was missing for [ an adult or household members]. 402.313(3) F.S. and FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.1
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed substitute and household member awaiting review for child care eligibility.
- Correction status
- Due by December 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Background Screening Requirements
- Official code
- 06-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The 10 hours of annual in-service training had not been completed by the operator for the operators 12 month licensing period. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5.6.1
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed the provider with less than 10 hours of in-service training. Provider does not have any other training throughout the fiscal year.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Staff Training
- Official code
- 07-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The operator had no written plan to provide at least one substitute, minimally 18 years old, to be available on a temporary/emergency basis. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 3.2
- Correction / follow-up note
- Provider did not obtain require documents of a substitute at time of inspection. 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 Operate a Family Day Care Home, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-20.008(1), F.A.C. B. The written plan must be kept current and include the name, address, and telephone numbe ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Substitute
- Official code
- 05-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The 10 hours of annual in-service training had not been completed by the operator for the operators 12 month licensing period. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5.6.1
- Report comments
- Provider did not complete the in-service hours requirements. 5.6 Annual In-Service Training 5.6.1 Operator In-Service Training All operators must complete a minimum of 10-clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training concentrating on children ages birth through 12 years annually during the operators 12-month licensing period. The annual 10-clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training must be completed in one or more of the following areas (college level courses will be accepted): A. Health and safety, including universal precautions, prevention of infectious diseases, sudden infant death syndrome, emergencies due to food and allergic reactions, and shaken baby syndrome; use ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Staff Training
- Official code
- 07-07
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.1, E and Q
- Correction / follow-up note
- Non:Compliance: No 5 year history check for sub Employment History Check (operator, substitute, employee) The operator must submit a completed Employment History form to the licensing unit The licensing unit is responsible for conducting an Employment History reference check on the operator. The operator is responsible for conducting employment history checks on substitutes and the employee (large family only).
- Correction status
- Due by June 22, 2025
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Background Screening Requirements
- Official code
- 06-03
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The operator had no written plan to provide at least one substitute, minimally 18 years old, to be available on a temporary/emergency basis. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 3.2
- Correction / follow-up note
- Provider did not obtain require documents of a substitute at time of inspection. Due date is Dec 26th, 2024, to provide required documentation. Non-compliance(s) found: 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 Operate a Family Day Care Home, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-20.008(1), F.A.C. B. ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Substitute
- Official code
- 05-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.1, E and Q
- Correction / follow-up note
- Provider's employment history form was not in file. D. The operator must submit to licensing a five-year employment history. Licensing staff will conduct employment history checks for the operator, including documented attempts to contact each employer that employed the individual within the preceding five years and documentation of the findings. Documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/her regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. Due date for work history document is Dec 26th, 2023.
- Correction status
- Due by December 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Background Screening Requirements
- Official code
- 06-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The 10 hours of annual in-service training had not been completed by the operator for the operators 12 month licensing period. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5.6.1
- Report comments
- Provider did not complete the in-service hours requirements. Due date is Dec 26th, 2024. Non-compliance(s) found: 5.6 Annual In-Service Training 5.6.1 Operator In-Service Training All operators must complete a minimum of 10-clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training concentrating on children ages birth through 12 years annually during the operators 12-month licensing period. The annual 10-clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training must be completed in one or more of the following areas (college level courses will be accepted): A. Health and safety, including universal precautions, prevention of infectious diseases, sudden infant death syndrome, emergencies due to food a ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Staff Training
- Official code
- 07-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Meal and snack menus were not maintained for 12 months. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.14, D
- Correction / follow-up note
- Expired food was observed at time of inspection. Provider removed expired food at time of inspection. Section 7.14, D D. Daily meal and snack menus shall be maintained for a minimum of 12 months for licensing purposes. Operators who participate in the USDA Food Program shall provide nutritious meals and snacks and must keep menus in accordance with the Department of Health and the USDA requirements.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 20 - Nutritious Meals and Snacks Provided
- Official code
- 20-09
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Emergency information/telephone numbers were not posted on or near all telephones in the home. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.20, A
- Report comments
- Non-compliance(s) found:] License specialist did not observe emergency information/telephone numbers. 6.3 Emergency Telephone Numbers A. Emergency service telephone numbers must be posted on or near all telephones, including 911, ambulance, fire, police, poison control center, Florida Abuse Hotline, and the county public health department. Additionally, the address and directions to the facility must be posted with descriptions of major intersections and local landmarks. B. For life threatening injuries, the provider shall call 911 and then notify the parent. C. Custodial parents or legal guardians must be notified immediately if the event of any serious illness, accident, in ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 25 - Emergency Information
- Official code
- 25-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The enrollment form used by the operator was incomplete and/or did not include all required information as required on CF-FSP Form 5219. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, A, C and F (Section 18.2, numbers 6 and 7)
- Report comments
- At time of inspection, counselor did not observe the current enrollment form inside of the children files.
- Correction status
- Due by June 19, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 33-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The home did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [April 2023].FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, G
- Report comments
- At time of inspection, counselor did not observe the Distracted Driver acknowledgement inside of the children's file. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Due by June 19, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 33-10
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 walk me through your current process for ensuring all substitutes have their background screenings completed before they begin working with the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that background screening documentation for a substitute was missing during a recent inspection. This question helps clarify the current steps taken to maintain up-to-date screening records for all staff.
- Context
- The record indicates this was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you track and document your annual in-service training hours to ensure everything is up to date for your licensing period?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report notes that annual training requirements were not fully documented in previous reports. Asking about the tracking process helps families understand how the provider stays current with professional development requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for keeping children's immunization records organized and updated in their files?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show that immunization documentation was not on file for a child during a recent visit. This question helps parents understand how the center manages health records to ensure they are complete.
- Context
- A correction due date was set for June 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe how you maintain and update your written plan for substitutes to ensure you are always prepared for temporary or emergency coverage?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate that documentation regarding substitute plans has been a topic in past inspections. This question helps parents understand the center's current approach to staffing and emergency preparedness.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all required emergency contact information is clearly posted and accessible for anyone working in the home?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted that emergency telephone numbers were not posted as required. This question allows the provider to explain their current system for maintaining visible safety information.
Related violations