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Grandma's Babysitting Center

1728 26th Ave E, Bradenton, FL 34208

License:
F12MA0152
Type:
Family Day Care Home
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 14, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Night Care, Transportation, Weekend Care
Hours:
Mon-Sun: 12:00AM to 11:59PM
Capacity:
10
License expiration:
December 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

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 6, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsNovember 20, 2024

Summary

This summary covers nine available inspections for Grandma's Babysitting Center from November 15, 2023 through April 6, 2026.

Seven inspections recorded violations, with 18 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 6, 2026 and involved background screening, with a due date of April 6, 2026.

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
9

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
18

8 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
6

2 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
4

Last 36 months

Local comparison

9 total inspections vs 8.5 local median in 34208

Compared to 20 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
2
Local median
1.22

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
56%
Local median
32%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
78%
Local median
44%

Repeated topics

This provider
4
Local average
1.7

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

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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 Staffing Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the operator failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for substitutes, employees or household members in the Clearinghouse in that the Owner was not listed on the Employee/Contractor Roster. The Operator has been given until 5/6/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. 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 screening clearance from th ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 6, 2026
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STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Background Screening Requirements
Official code
06-10
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
There was evidence of rodents or vermin in the home. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.9 Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed there was evidence of vermin in the home. The Operator has been given until 5/62026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.9 Vermin/Pest Control: Rodents and vermin must be exterminated. Pest control shall not take place while rooms are occupied by children. A home must adopt an integrated pest management program to ensure long-term, environmentally sound pest suppression through a range of practices including pest exclusion, sanitation and clutter control, and elimination of conditions that are conducive t ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by May 6, 2026
More details
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 17 - Vermin/Pest Control
Official code
17-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
All parts of the home, including furnishings, equipment and plumbing were not kept: [ clean and sanitary, in good repair]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.10, A Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed all parts of the home, including furnishings, equipment and plumbing, were not kept clean and sanitary in there was a build-up of dust on the left side of the kitchen on the left and right side of the walkway that leads to a storage room that is locked. The bottom of the door that leads to the storage room is chipped. The Operator does have a baby gate separating the kitchen from the childrens area. The Operator has been given until 5/6/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.10, A: Toys, Furnishings, E ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by May 6, 2026
More details
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 18 - Toys, Furnishings, Equipment and Plumbing
Official code
18-01
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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 the previous inspection, the Owner/Operator/Staff Responsible advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 6 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 6 of the 6 childrens records. Licensing Specialist monitored the September 2025 Distracted Driver Brochures. Licensing Specialist monitored the August/September 2025 Influenza Brochures. REMINDER: Influenza brochures must be provided annually between August 1st and September 30th for each enrolled child. During the reinspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 1 of 6 childrens records contained expired Florida Certificates of Immunization. The provider has bee ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 23, 2026
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Immunization Records
Official code
31-02
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Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
A Volunteer acknowledgement (form CF-FSP 5217) was not on file prior to volunteering. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.3, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Staffing Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection, the Owner/Operator/Staff Responsible advised the Licensing Specialist that there is currently 1 volunteer. The volunteer was present during the time of the inspection. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a Volunteer acknowledgement (form CF-FSP 5217) was not on file prior to volunteering. The provider has been given until 1/3/2026 to bring this standard back into compliance. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.3, I Volunteers must complete a CF-FSP 5217 Volunteer Acknowledgement, incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(e), F.A.C., prior to volunteering in the home. Written documentation of volunteer hours must ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2026
More details
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STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Background Screening Requirements
Official code
06-08
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.18, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed several children's toys and a child-sized seat was placed on the diaper changing table. This standard was resolved at the time of the inspection when the operator removed all items unrelated to diaper changing from the diaper changing table. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.18, B Items unrelated to diaper changing shall not be stored in the diaper changing area nor shall they be placed on the diaper changing table.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 23 - Diapering Area Clean and Sanitized
Official code
23-04
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the Operator did not maintain and make available the records of emergency preparedness drills from January 2025 through November 2025. The Operator informed the Licensing Specialist the last fire drill was conducted on 11/25/2025. During the inspection, a fire drill was conducted in the presence of the Licensing Specialist. There was a total of 3 adults, 6 children at the time of the fire drill. Therefore, this standard is being marked as brought back into compliance. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.22, D The operator shall maintain a written record of the emergency preparedness drills showing the type of dri ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 27 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness
Official code
27-04
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR]
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection, the Owner/Operator/Staff Responsible advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 6 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 6 of the 6 childrens records. Licensing Specialist monitored the September 2025 Distracted Driver Brochures. Licensing Specialist monitored the August/September 2025 Influenza Brochures. REMINDER: Influenza brochures must be provided annually between August 1st and September 30th for each enrolled child. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 4 of 6 children's records contained expired Florida Certificates of Immunization. The pr ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2026
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Immunization Records
Official code
31-02
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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 detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus annually during the months of August through September in that [there was no documentation showing that the Influenza brochure was provided in August/September 2024]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
During the time of the inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 3 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 3 of the 3 childrens records. 33-5: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was no documentation showing that the Influenza brochure was provided in August/September 2024 to the parents for the 3 children enrolled. During the inspection, the owner posted the Influenza brochure in the front entrance. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance
Official code
33-05
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
33-6: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the daily attendance was not accurate in that there was 3 children on site and only 2 children signed in. During the inspection the owner signed the third child in. Licensing Specialist also observed that there was one child that was not signed out on 11/18/2024, not signed in on 11/19/2024 and not signed out on 11/19/2024. During the inspection, the owner signed the child in and out. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.4, A and B Daily attendance of children must be taken and record ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance
Official code
33-06
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 [there was no documentation showing that the distracted driver brochure was provided to the parents in September 2024 for the 3 children enrolled].FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
33-10: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was no documentation showing that the distracted driver brochure was provided to the parents in September 2024 for the 3 children enrolled. During the inspection, the owner posted the distracted driver brochure in the front entrance. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, G Annually, during the months of April and September, the operator must provide parents with information regarding the potential for distracted parents to fail to drop off a child at the family day care home ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance
Official code
33-10
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Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The outdoor play area that required fencing was not safe and adequate in that [Fence gap greater than 3 and a half inch ]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, F Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of reinspection licensing specialist observed and photographed children play area fence with a gap greater than three and a half. TA: Family Day Care Home and Large Family Child Care Home Handbook | P a g e 34 F. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous, and shall not have opening or gaps larger than 3 1/2 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The bottom or base of the fence must remain at ground level and free from erosion or buildup to prevent inside or outside access by children or animals
Correction status
Due by July 18, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements
Official code
14-09
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Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The outdoor play area that required fencing was not safe and adequate in that [gap in the fence. ]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, F (Section 9.8, numbers 1 and 2) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed the fence near the back side of the property had a fap bigger than one foot. Be sure to complete by due date. TA: Family Day Care Home and Large Family Child Care Home Handbook | P a g e 34 Fencing, including gates, must be continuous, and shall not have opening or gaps larger than 3 1/2 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The bottom or base of the fence must remain at ground level and free from erosion or buildup to prevent inside or outside access by children or animals.
Correction status
Due by June 24, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements
Official code
14-09
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 (Section 13.2, number 1) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed and photographed three months of fire drill missing from the providers log sheet. Be sure to conduct a monthly fire drill. Licensing specialist conducted a fire drill with the provider at the time of inspection. TA: Family Day Care Home and Large Family Child Care Home Handbook | P a g e 43 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
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 27 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness
Official code
27-01
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 photographed the children seven-month-old to two-year-old all watching television. The provider turned off the television once licensing asked her to. TA: Family Day Care Home and Large Family Child Care Home Handbook | P a g e 15 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 Information Updates: Please visit our website at,https://www.myflfami ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Planned Activities (Form OEL-SR-6206 Section 6 Planned Activities, Page 16)
Official code
36-07
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Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
A vehicle used to transport children did not have an inspection by a mechanic to ensure it was in proper working order.FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.4.4, A
Correction / follow-up note
Last documented mechanical inspection- 10-3-22 2.4.4 Vehicle Requirements For the purpose of this section, vehicles refer to those owned, operated or regularly used by the child care home, and vehicles that provide transportation through a contract or agreement with an outside entity. Parents/guardians personal vehicles used for transporting during field trips are excluded from meeting the requirements of this sub-section. A. All vehicles regularly used to transport children must be inspected annually by a mechanic to ensure that they are in proper working order. Documentation by the mechanic must be maintained in the vehicle.
Correction status
Due by November 27, 2023
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LICENSED FAMILY - 03 - Transportation
Official code
03-20
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [slide] was not maintained. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, K (Section 10.2, number 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
7.6 Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements A. Outdoor Play areas shall be clean, in good repair and free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards. B. Tubs, buckets, and other open containers of water should be emptied immediately after use. C. The outdoor play areas must be enclosed with fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. The fence must not prevent the supervision of children. The fence must be in Family Day Care Home and Large Family Child Care Home Handbook | P a g e 34 good condition and conform to applicable local building codes. These areas must have at least two exits, with at least one being remote from the home. If an outdoor play area was a ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by December 15, 2023
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements
Official code
14-17
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 18.2, number 2) Children's Records [SR]
Inspector notes
One child had an expired immunization record There were 2 children present durning this inspection. The licensing counselor reviewed 2 childrens files at the time of this inspection. 8.1 Health/Immunization Records A. 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 f ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by December 15, 2023
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Immunization Records
Official code
31-01

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 explain the process for ensuring all staff and volunteers are correctly listed in the background screening system?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an April 2026 inspection indicate that the operator was not correctly listed on the required employee and contractor roster for background screening. Asking about this process helps clarify how the center maintains accurate records for everyone present in the home.
Context
The operator was given until 5/6/2026 to come into compliance with this standard.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps are taken to ensure that all required volunteer documentation is completed and on file before someone begins helping in the home?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from December 2025 noted that a volunteer acknowledgement form was not on file for a volunteer present in the home. This question helps parents understand how the center manages administrative requirements for volunteers.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the center ensure that daily attendance records are consistently accurate and up to date for all children in care?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from November 2024 show that daily attendance logs did not accurately reflect the children present at the time. Discussing this helps parents learn about the current procedures for tracking children throughout the day.
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Finding-specific

What is your current approach to maintaining a clean and sanitary environment, particularly regarding pest control and general upkeep?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from multiple inspections, including April 2026 and December 2025, have identified concerns regarding facility cleanliness and the presence of vermin. This question allows the provider to explain the current maintenance and pest management routines.
Context
The provider was given until 5/6/2026 to address recent sanitation findings.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you manage the schedule for routine health and safety drills, such as fire drills, to ensure they are always documented correctly?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Official inspection reports from 2024 and 2025 have noted instances where emergency preparedness drills were either missing or not properly documented. Asking about this helps parents understand how the center tracks and verifies these important safety activities.
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