School Readiness, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 5:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
6
License expiration:
July 31, 2026
Typical cost: Not available for Palm Beach County.
Inspection snapshot
Questions worth asking
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Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionJuly 7, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJuly 7, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 11 available inspections for Marlene Nelson Family Child Care Home from January 10, 2023 through July 7, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with seven recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on June 18, 2026 and involved facility condition, with a due date of July 17, 2026.
Child guidance was a higher-concern topic that showed up in two inspections.
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
11
2 in last 12 months
Recorded violations
7
3 in last 12 months
Higher-concern violations
3
0 in last 12 months
Repeated topics
0
Last 36 months
Local comparison
11 total inspections vs 7.5 local median in 33435
Compared to 22 local facilities
Recorded violations per inspection
This provider
0.64
Local median
0.26
0.64This provider
0.26Local median
Inspections with higher-concern violations
This provider
18%
Local median
0%
18%This provider
0%Local median
Inspections with recorded violations
This provider
27%
Local median
19%
27%This provider
19%Local median
Repeated topics
This provider
0
Local average
0.23
0This provider
0.23Local 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.
The surface of the diaper changing area was not impermeable. (Section 11.3, number 2) General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
09-05 At the time of this inspection observed diaper changing table with holes in impermeable surface. TA: Advised provider that there can not be holes in the surface of the diaper changing table mat.
Correction status
Due by July 17, 2026
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Diaper Changing Area (Article VIII.H) (Article VIII.H) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 11 Health and Sanitation, Page 23-24)
Official code
09-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
There was no statement of a current tuberculosis risk assessment for the substitute.
Report comments
48-02 At the time of this inspection no current TB risk assessment was found for substitute A.E. TA: Advised provider all staff and household members need TB risk assessment completed every 2 years.
The operator did not have Form 3040 Student Health Examination on file for each child enrolled. (Section 18.2, number 1) Children Records [SR]
Report comments
52-01 There was no Physical exam form on file for child O.B. TA: Advised provider at each child in care needs to have physical exam completed every 2 years.
There was no statement on file for the operator, substitute or household member attesting that the pamphlet "Child Abuse and Neglect in Florida, A Guide for Professionals" had been read. Household/Sub Record [SR]
Inspector notes
No child abuse and neglect form observed for operator - Marlene Nelson.
Correction status
Due by March 28, 2025
More details
Report section
PERSONNEL - 49 - Child Abuse and Neglect (Article VI.B)
The following areas of the home were in disrepair: [Immobile automobile with tires removed and sitting on concrete blocks.]. (Section 10) Physical Facility [SR]
Inspector notes
Black automobile in the front driveway of the home. The automobile does not work per owner/operator. The vehicle is accessible to children who enter and leave the facility. The vehicle is accessible to the public and the counselor observed that the hood of the vehicle is open due to a cup holding the device in an open position. Re-Inspection date 01/17/2023
Correction status
Due by January 17, 2023
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Physical Facility in Good Repair (Article VIII.H) (Article VIII.H) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 10 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 21-22)
Official code
15-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The following areas of the home contained debris or unnecessary equipment/materials: [Front door - extension chord hanging next door. Rusty nail on window seal of front window of the home. Water hose - on front lawn, laying across the lawn. ]. (Section 10) (Section 9, number 1) (Section 9.7, number 1) Physical Facility [SR]
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Physical Facility in Good Repair (Article VIII.H) (Article VIII.H) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 10 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 21-22)
Official code
15-03
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
The daily schedule of activities was not appropriate for the children/infants in care.
Report comments
Daily Schedule lacked time and activities listed through out the day. Facility open from 7:30am until 5:30pm. Only one activity listed for each day. Technical Assistance given: During operational hours, children should be provided with activities and music appropriate for their age. Re-Inspection date 01/17/2023 Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments .... Counselor Comments FDOH Result: Unsatisfactory School Readiness Result: Unsatisfactory *** Re-Inspection date: 01/17/2023 ____________________________________________ Inspected by: Esther Anise 01/10/2023 ____________________________________________ Received by: Marlene Nelson, Owner/ Operator 01/10/2023
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
What is the center's current process for reviewing and correcting child guidance findings?
Why ask this
Why ask this
A March 2025 public inspection record includes a finding about child guidance. This question helps families understand the center's current process without assuming the issue is present.
Context
The report lists a correction due date of 3/28/2025. A later inspection with no listed inspection concerns appears on July 7, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage record-keeping for children's health examinations to ensure all required documentation is current?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from June 2026 identified that a student health examination form was missing for a child in care. This question helps parents understand the provider's administrative process for tracking essential health records.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that all staff and household members have up-to-date health screenings, such as tuberculosis risk assessments?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from June 2026 show that a tuberculosis risk assessment was not on file for a substitute at that time. This question helps clarify how the provider tracks and maintains compliance for all individuals working in the home.
Related violations
General question
How do you structure the daily schedule to ensure it includes a variety of age-appropriate activities for the children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding the daily routine helps parents see how the provider supports child development and engagement throughout the day. This provides insight into the educational and play-based environment offered at the facility.
General question
What is your approach to ensuring the home environment remains free of any unnecessary equipment or potential hazards?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Maintaining a tidy and organized space is important for the daily comfort and supervision of children. Asking about this helps parents understand the provider's commitment to keeping the facility in good repair.