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La Edad De Oro

881 SW College Park Rd, Port St. Lucie, FL 34953

License:
F19SL0185
Type:
Family Day Care Home
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 13, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
10
License expiration:
December 21, 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 St. Lucie 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 inspectionMay 20, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsDecember 8, 2025

Summary

This summary covers two available inspections for La Edad De Oro from December 8, 2025 through May 20, 2026.

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

The most recent higher-concern violation was on May 20, 2026 and involved staff-to-child ratio.

The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.

At a glance

Total inspections
2

2 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
2

2 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

1 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

2 total inspections vs 0 local median in 34953

Compared to 21 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1
Local median
0

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
50%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
50%
Local median
0%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0

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 [6] children observed in care and their ages were [2: Infants 3: One Year old 1: Three year old]. 402.302(8), F.S., FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.2.1
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed the provider is over ratio. The provider called 2 of the childrens parents, two children go home.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
LICENSED FAMILY - 01 - Licensed Capacity/ Ratio
Official code
01-01
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
Report comments
The provider did not complete monthly fire drill. Licensing Specialist complete fire drill with the provider on 5/20/2026.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 27 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness
Official code
27-01

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

Can you walk me through how you manage daily staffing and maintain the required child-to-adult ratios?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in May 2026 show a finding regarding the number of children in care relative to the licensed capacity. Asking about current staffing practices helps families understand how the provider ensures appropriate supervision for all children throughout the day.
Context
The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you keep track of your monthly emergency and fire drill schedule?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from May 2026 noted that monthly fire drills had not been completed as required. This question allows the provider to explain their current process for maintaining emergency preparedness records.
Context
The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question

What is your process for communicating with parents if there is an unexpected change in the daily routine or staffing?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication helps parents feel confident about how the center handles daily operations and unexpected situations. Understanding these protocols ensures families know what to expect regarding updates and transparency.
General question

How do you ensure that all staff members are prepared to handle emergency situations effectively?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Regular training and preparedness are essential for maintaining a secure environment for children. This question helps parents understand the provider's commitment to ongoing safety education and readiness.
General question

Could you describe how you balance the needs of children of different ages when they are in the same group?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how a provider manages mixed-age groups helps parents see how individual attention and age-appropriate activities are balanced. This insight is valuable for determining if the center's approach aligns with a child's developmental needs.