Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.5
- Local median
- 1.54
Vanessa Hawkins Family Day Care Home
439 47th St W, Palmetto, FL 34221
- License:
- F12MA0135
- Type:
- Family Day Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 10
- License expiration:
- May 3, 2027
Typical cost: $867 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$867/mo
Median daily rate: $40.00 (non-Gold Seal only)
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Manatee 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 violationsOctober 28, 2025
Summary
This summary covers 10 available inspections for Vanessa Hawkins Family Day Care Home from April 17, 2023 through April 20, 2026.
Five inspections recorded violations, with 15 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 20, 2026 and involved background screening.
That higher-concern topic showed up in three 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
- 15
- Higher-concern violations
- 6
- Repeated topics
- 2
2 in last 12 months
5 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
10 total inspections vs 10 local median in 34221
Compared to 31 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 40%
- Local median
- 30%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 2.45
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 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
March 19, 2024April 30, 2025April 20, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
March 19, 2024April 20, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Operator failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for substitutes, employees or household members in the Clearinghouse. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.1, L (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Staffing Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the operator failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for household members in the Clearinghouse in that one individual was not removed that no longer lives in the home. This standard has been brought back into compliance in that the Owner updated the Employee/Contractor Roster during the inspection. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.1, L: Initial Screening: Operators, household members (adults and children 12 to 17 years of age), substitutes, volunteers and Large Family Child Care Home employees must have a level 2 background scr ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Background Screening Requirements
- Official code
- 06-10
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A health and safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a health and safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care in that the was an open package in an unlocked draw containing screws accessible to children. The draw was located under the television, the packages with screws were on the right side of the draw. This standard has been brought back into compliance in that the operator moved the packages containing screws out of childrens reach. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.5, B: Indoor Play Areas : B. All areas of the home including the play areas shall be in good repai ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 13 - Indoor Play Areas
- Official code
- 13-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The surface of the diaper changing area was not impermeable. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.18 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the surface of the diaper changing area was not impermeable in that there were 2 diaper changing mats, the one on top contained 2 rips, the mat on the bottom contained 1 rip. The Operator has been given until 5/20/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.18: Diapering Area Cleanliness/Sanitization: When children in diapers are in care, there shall be a diaper changing area with an impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. A. The diaper changing area shall be located ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 20, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 23 - Diapering Area Clean and Sanitized
- Official code
- 23-01
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Medication which had expired or was no longer being administered was not returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded if the child is no longer enrolled. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed nonprescription medication which had expired or was no longer being administered was not returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded if the child is no longer enrolled. The nonprescription medication was Cortisone 10, Expiration: 12/2025. This standard has been brought back into compliance in that the Owner discarded nonprescription medication into a trash receptacle that is inaccessible to children. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24, I: Medication: The family day care home or large family childcare home is not required to ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 29 - Medication
- Official code
- 29-10
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 1 child did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. The Operator has been given until 5/20/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2, A: Student Health
- Correction status
- Due by May 20, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - Health Records
- Official code
- 32-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Required background screening was missing for [ an adult or household members, a substitute]. 402.313(3) F.S. and FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Staffing Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist reviewed the background Screening Clearinghouse Roster. Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: The Background Screening Clearinghouse will generate e-mails and send you, the provider, a reminder at 60, 30, and 21 days prior to the retention date expiration. Please note, you will only receive that notification for the staff that are on your facility/home roster. Please keep your roster current in the Clearinghouse to avoid confusion on expiration dates, or unwanted notifications. 6-1: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the substitute did not have a background screening with an eligibility date for DC ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 14, 2025
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Background Screening Requirements
- Official code
- 06-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel who completed ELFL health and safety modules did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3.2.A.2.a and 3.2.C Training Requirements, Page 7) Staffing Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- REMINDER : 10 hours of annual in-service training must be completed by the license expiration, 5/3/2025. 33-13: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the substitute did not complete the School Readiness Pre- Service training within their 90 days of working at the home. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section, as applicable. All child care personnel must complete these preservice training requirements within 90 days of initial employment with any School Readiness provider. This timeframe does not start over if perso ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 30, 2025
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Staff Training
- Official code
- 07-16
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 10 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 7 of the 10 childrens records. REMINDER : Influenza brochures must be provided annually between August 1st and September 30th for each enrolled child. Distracted Adult brochures must be provided semi-annually in the months of April and September for each enrolled child. 33-1: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were 3 children enrolled that did not have an enrollment form on file. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided techni ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 14, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 33-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of dried goods, perishable or leftover foods were not [ properly stored]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.13, C
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed and photographed children food not properly stored with open label with dates. Be sure to complete by due date. TA: Opened packages of perishable or leftover food items must be properly covered or sealed in containers or bags, labeled with the date, and properly stored and discarded within seven calendar days.
- Correction status
- Due by April 19, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 20 - Nutritious Meals and Snacks Provided
- Official code
- 20-15
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The written plan of scheduled activities was not posted in a place accessible to the parents and to the inspection authority for review. (Section 6) School Readiness [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed and photographed no lesson plans posted. Be sure to complete by due date. TA: Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 18 Each group or class must have a written and followed plan of scheduled activities posted in an easily seen location accessible to parents/guardians. The written plan must meet the needs of the children being served and must include alternate activities in case of bad weather.
- Correction status
- Due by April 19, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Planned Activities (Form OEL-SR-6206 Section 6 Planned Activities, Page 16)
- Official code
- 36-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The home used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. (Section 6, number 1) School Readiness [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed and photograph children under the age of 2 watching television. TA: Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 18 Do not include the use of electronic media for children under two years of age. Electronic media may only be used for educational purposes or physical activity for children 2 years of age and older for no more than 1 to 2 hours per day. Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments No comments at this time. Counselor Comments Counselor Comments Information Updates: Please visit our website at, http://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/child-care, for information regarding - Child care news/announcements - Florida Sta ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Planned Activities (Form OEL-SR-6206 Section 6 Planned Activities, Page 16)
- Official code
- 36-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- During the licensure year, the operator failed to conduct monthly fire drills utilizing the approved fire alarm system or smoke detector at various dates and times when children are in care. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.21, A Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Last documented fire drill 8-24-23 7.21 Fire Drills A. During the homes licensure year, fire drills utilizing the smoke detector(s) must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care.
- Correction status
- Due by November 13, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 27 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 27-01
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The home did not have an operable corded telephone available during hours of operation.FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.12, A
- Inspector notes
- The fire extinguisher certification(s) are valid until 1/2024. 19-4: During the inspection, the provider advised that she does not have a corded phone. The provider stated that she got a new phone service and has to get a new corded phone. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, The home shall have at least one operable corded telephone.
- Correction status
- Due by May 1, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 19 - Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Telephone, Lighting, Temperature and Ventilation
- Official code
- 19-04
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Medication which had expired or was no longer being administered was not returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded if the child is no longer enrolled. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24, I (Section 15, number 8) Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 29-10: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed 5 medications (Robitussin cough and cold exp 6/22, Childrens Motrin exp 8/22, Childrens Claritin exp 7/22, Zarbees Cough Syrup exp 10/22, and Childrens Tylenol exp 11/22) that were expired and not discarded or given back to the custodial parents. During the inspection, the provider discarded the medications. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, Medication which has expired or is no longer being administered shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded if the child is no longer enrolled in ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 29 - Medication
- Official code
- 29-10
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Student Health Examination was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2
- Inspector notes
- 32-2: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed 1 childs record did not have a current physical. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed DH 3040, Student Health Examination form, incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, or a signed statement by an authorized professional that indicates the results of the components of the form are included in the health examination from the custodial parent or legal guardian, within 30 days of enrollment.
- Correction status
- Due by May 17, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - Health Records
- Official code
- 32-02
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 keeping your staff and household member background screening rosters up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an April 2026 inspection indicate that the roster for household members was not fully updated at that time. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center ensures all required background screening documentation remains current.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that small items or potential hazards are kept out of reach of the children throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from April 2026 noted an instance where items were accessible to children in a storage area. This question allows the provider to explain their daily safety checks and how they manage storage to keep play areas secure.
- Context
- The item was moved out of reach at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your policy for checking and removing expired medications from your storage area?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from April 2026 show a finding regarding expired medication that had not been removed. This question helps parents understand the routine the center uses to monitor medication expiration dates.
- Context
- The medication was discarded at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage your recordkeeping to ensure that all required health documents for children are complete and up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show multiple instances across different years where health or food-related records were incomplete or not properly stored. Asking about the current system for tracking these documents provides insight into how the center maintains compliance with health record requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your approach to maintaining the cleanliness and condition of your diapering area?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from April 2026 noted that a diaper changing mat was not in optimal condition. This question allows the provider to explain their maintenance schedule and how they ensure surfaces remain clean and safe for children.
- Context
- A correction was due by May 20, 2026.
Related violations