Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.5
- Local median
- 1.54
Linda Evans Family Day Care Home
1500 7th St W, Palmetto, FL 34221
- License:
- F12MA0140
- Type:
- Family Day Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, Food Served, Full Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 5:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 10
- License expiration:
- October 19, 2026
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
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 inspectionDecember 12, 2025
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsDecember 12, 2025
Summary
This summary covers 10 available inspections for Linda Evans Family Day Care Home from March 9, 2023 through December 12, 2025.
Four inspections recorded violations, with 15 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on October 3, 2025 and involved health or food records, with a due date of November 14, 2025.
Attendance accountability was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
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
- 10
- Recorded violations
- 15
- Higher-concern violations
- 3
- Repeated topics
- 2
2 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
0 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
- 20%
- Local median
- 30%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 40%
- 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.
Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
April 17, 2024October 3, 2025Recordkeeping
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
April 17, 2024October 3, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR]
- Report comments
- The child listed on the supplemental page is missing a current certificate of immunization. Technical Assistance (TA) was provided by the Licensing Specialist (LS) explaining that immunization records must be on file for LS to review.
- Correction status
- Due by November 14, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 31-01
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]
- Report comments
- The child listed on the supplemental page is missing a current Health Examination Form. Technical Assistance (TA) was provided by the Licensing Specialist (LS) explaining that immunization records must be current and in file for LS to check during the inspection visit.
- Correction status
- Due by November 14, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - Health Records
- Official code
- 32-01
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR]
- Report comments
- The child listed on the supplemental page is missing an enrollment form. Technical Assistance (TA) was provided by the Licensing Specialist (LS) explaining that enrollment forms must be on file for licensing to review. During the inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 6 children enrolled. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist reviewed 5 of the 6 childrens ?les. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Due by November 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
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The bedding available for children in care was not sanitary. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.8, A (Section 11.4, number 1) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At time of inspection licensing specialist observed and photographed that the bedding was all stored in one container rather than individual storage bins. Be sure to have linens stored in an individual storage bin by due date. TA Bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens.
- Correction status
- Due by May 17, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 16 - Appropriate, Safe and Sanitary Bedding
- Official code
- 16-03
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 (Section 14, number 1) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the emergency list was not posted in the home. Owner created an emergency list and posted it at the time of inspection bringing this back into compliance at the time of inspection. TA Emergency telephone numbers (including ambulance, fire, police, poison control center, Florida Abuse Hotline, the county public health unit); the homes address, and directions to the home (including major intersections and local landmarks) must be posted on or near all telephones and shall be used to protect the health, safety and well-being of any child in care
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 25 - Emergency Information
- Official code
- 25-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- 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 18.2, number 2) Children's Records [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection licensing specialist reviewed all five children files. Immunization forms for two of the children were expired. Be sure to have parents provide a current immunization form by due date. TA The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form, Parts A-1, B, and/or C, DH 680 (July 2010), or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681 (July 2008), which are incorporated herein by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o) and (p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian, within 30 days of enrollment. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 17, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 31-02
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- A child was observed napping or sleeping in a bedroom with the bedroom door closed. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 6, B (Section 4, number 4 and Section 9.4, number 4) Staffing Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 8-9: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed children napping in one of the rooms. Child Care Regulation observed the owner close the rooms door with the children sleeping inside. Child Care Regulation advised that the door has to be kept owner when the children are in the room for supervision. The owner advised that she normally does not close the door and only closed it because Child Care Regulation was here and that she did not want the children to wake up from nap. During the inspection, the door was re-opened. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, Bedroom doo ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Supervision
- Official code
- 08-09
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The family day care home did not have an operable fire extinguisher and/or fire extinguisher with a current certificate. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.11, B (Section 13.1, number 2) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 19-3: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed that the fire extinguisher certification(s) are valid until 8/2023. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, The home shall have an operable smoke detector(s) and fire extinguisher with a current certificate.
- Correction status
- Due by October 16, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 19 - Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Telephone, Lighting, Temperature and Ventilation
- Official code
- 19-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The operator did not maintain and make available the records of emergency preparedness drills for 12 months from the date of the drill.FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.22, D (Section 13.2, number 2) Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 27-4: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed that the fire drill log was not maintained in that the fire drill for August 2023 and September 2023 was not documented on the log. The owner advised that the fire drills were conducted and updated the log. The owner advised that the last fire drill was conducted on 9/26/2023. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, A current attendance record and parent/guardian contact information must accompany child care personnel out of the home during a drill or actual evacuation, and be used to account for all children. The operat ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 27 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 27-04
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Daily attendance was not maintained to account for all children in care. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.4, A and B
- Correction / follow-up note
- 33-6: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed that the daily attendance was not accurate in that there were 5 children on site during the inspection and no children were signed in. During the inspection, the owner signed the children in. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded by child care personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the home. B. The custodial parent or guardian may document the time when his/her child enters and departs the family day care home. However, the operator is ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 33-06
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Toxic Substances and/or Hazardous materials including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous items were accessible to children in care. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.2 Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During time of inspection, Child Care Regulation observed laundry and cleaning supplies accessible to children in the laundry area and in the children's restroom. TA- All areas and surfaces accessible to children shall be free from toxic substances and hazardous materials/equipment/tools, including power tools, plastic bags, matches, candles, lighters, etc. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, BB guns, pellet guns and other potentially dangerous hazards, shall either be stored and in a locked area or must be inaccessible and out of a childs reach.
- Correction status
- Due by March 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Hazardous
- Official code
- 10-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Hand hygiene procedures were not posted in food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.16
- Inspector notes
- During time of inspection, Child Care Regulation observed no hand washing signs posted in food preparation and toileting areas. TA- 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, substitutes, employees, volunteers and children shall abide by the Centers for Disease Control guidelines for handwashing incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 10, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 21 - Hygiene and Sanitation
- Official code
- 21-18
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Each child does not have an individually labeled towel and wash cloth for use. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.17 Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- During time of inspection, Child Care Regulation was told by owner all children use 1 towel to dry their hands after toileting. TA: Each child shall have his own individually labeled towel or wash cloth. If disposable towels are used, they shall be discarded after each use. Individually labeled towels and wash cloths must be washed at least once a week and stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs.
- Correction status
- Due by April 10, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 22 - Individually Labeled Towels and Wash Cloths
- Official code
- 22-01
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]
- Inspector notes
- During time of inspection, Child Care Regulation observed that the fire drill log showed that the last fire drill was conducted on 10/25/2022. Child Care Regulation was unable to conduct a fire drill with the home on 3/9/2023 to make up for the missing months due to all children was released home before this information was obtained. TA: 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 March 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 27 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 27-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- 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 Children's Records [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During time of inspection, Child Care Regulation observed the Florida Certificate of immunization was expired for 1 child. TA- The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form, Parts A-1, B, and/or C, DH 680 (July 2010), or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681 (July 2008), which are incorporated herein by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o) and (p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian, within 30 days of enrollment. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local health department. The parent/guardian of a child who has not received the ag ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 10, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 31-02
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
Can you explain the current process for ensuring that daily attendance records are accurately maintained and available for review?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted a past instance where daily attendance was not fully accounted for during a visit. Asking about the current process helps parents understand how the center ensures accurate tracking of children in their care.
- Context
- Corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your policy regarding supervision during nap times to ensure children are always in view or easily monitored?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show a past finding related to supervision practices during nap time. This question allows the provider to explain their current approach to maintaining proper supervision while children are resting.
- Context
- Corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage the tracking and renewal of health and immunization records for all children enrolled?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that maintaining up-to-date health and immunization documentation has been a recurring topic in past reports. Asking about the system in place helps parents understand how the center stays organized with these requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe your routine for keeping enrollment and emergency contact information current for every child?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show that recordkeeping for enrollment and emergency information has been noted in multiple reports. This question helps parents understand how the provider ensures this important information is always accurate and accessible.
Related violations
General question
What is your approach to communicating with parents about upcoming changes to their child's required paperwork or health documentation?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Proactive communication about documentation helps families stay ahead of deadlines and ensures the center remains in good standing. Understanding this practice gives parents insight into how the provider partners with families to keep records current.