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Rosemary's Belknap Family Day Care Home

501 La Costa Ct, Melbourne, FL 32940

License:
F18BR0111
Type:
Family Day Care Home
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 13, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
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:
April 17, 2027
Typical cost: $1,101 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,101/mo

Median daily rate: $50.81 (non-Gold Seal only)

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Brevard 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 inspectionMarch 3, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 3, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 10 available inspections for Rosemary's Belknap Family Day Care Home from March 16, 2023 through March 3, 2026.

One inspection recorded a violation, with two recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on July 15, 2024 and involved staff-to-child ratio.

Six later inspections, from July 17, 2024 through March 3, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
10

2 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
2

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

10 total inspections vs 11 local median in 32940

Compared to 16 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.2
Local median
0.23

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
10%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
10%
Local median
15%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.38

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.

Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
A family day care home may provide care for a maximum of: 4 children from birth to 12 months of age. 3 children from birth to 12 months of age, and other children, for a maximum total of six children. 6 preschool children if all are older than 12 months of age. 10 children if no more than 5 are preschool age and, of those 5, no more than 2 are under 12 months of age. There were [14] children observed in care and their ages were [Two 3 year olds, Two 2 1/2 year olds, Three 1 1/2 year olds, Two 6 year olds, One 5 year olds,One 4 year old and Three School Agers]]. 402.302(8), F.S., FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.2.1
Report comments
Technical assistance was provided that the licensed capacity 10 children have to maintain that number at all times. All the children were picked up by their parents.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
LICENSED FAMILY - 01 - Licensed Capacity/ Ratio
Official code
01-01
Medium concern: Incident records
Report finding
Documentation of an accident/ incident or an observed health related sign or symptom was insufficient in that it did not include the: [ signature of custodial parent or legal guardian]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.20, D
Report comments
The incident report did not include the parent's signature, completed at time of inspection the child no longer attends the daycare. TA given to ensure the accident/incident report include the signature of custodial or legal guardian.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 26 - Emergency Procedures and Notification
Official code
26-05

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

How do you manage daily attendance to ensure the number of children in care stays within your licensed capacity?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in July 2024 noted an instance where the number of children in care exceeded the licensed capacity. This question helps parents understand the current process for monitoring attendance.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection, and subsequent inspections have been clear.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your process for documenting and reviewing incident reports with parents?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from July 2024 noted that a past incident report was missing a required parent signature. Asking this helps parents understand how the provider ensures all documentation is complete and communicated clearly.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question

How do you communicate with families about daily routines and any changes to the schedule?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Consistent communication about daily routines helps parents feel connected to their child's experience and ensures everyone is aligned on expectations.
General question

What training or certifications do staff members complete to support child development and safety?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Learning about the qualifications and ongoing training of the team provides insight into the level of care and educational support provided to children.
General question

Could you describe how you handle transitions for children moving between different age groups or activity areas?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how the provider manages transitions helps parents know how their child will be supported during changes in their daily environment.