Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.42
- Local median
- 0.57
Zila Ling-Choung Family Day Care Home
1078 Whitehead Creek Loop, Fort Myers, FL 33916
- License:
- F20LE4823
- Type:
- Family Day Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 10
- License expiration:
- June 30, 2027
Typical cost: $823 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$823/mo
Median daily rate: $38.00 (non-Gold Seal only)
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Lee 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 inspectionJune 16, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 16, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 12 available inspections for Zila Ling-Choung Family Day Care Home from June 15, 2023 through June 16, 2026.
Five inspections recorded violations, with five recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on October 1, 2025 and involved staff training, with a due date of October 31, 2025.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Three later inspections, from October 14, 2025 through June 16, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 12
- Recorded violations
- 5
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 1
5 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
12 total inspections vs 9 local median in 33916
Compared to 29 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 10%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 42%
- Local median
- 33%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.9
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Staff training
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
June 9, 2025July 10, 2025August 20, 2025October 1, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) Staffing Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the renewal inspection on June 9, 2025, the Licensing Specialist observed the operator did not complete School Readiness. The operator reported they were unable to complete the training by the original due date of June 23, 2025, due to their computer needed to be repaired. The Licensing Specialist spoke with the operator again on August 13, 2025, who stated they were working on it slowly as they were still having computer issues. the Licensing Specialist observed the operator did not complete School Readiness on October 1, 2025. The Licensing Specialist explained again the 2 courses that the operator still needs to complete are Health and Nutrition in the School Readin ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 31, 2025
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Staff Training
- Official code
- 07-11
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) Staffing Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the renewal inspection on June 9, 2025, the Licensing Specialist observed the operator did not complete School Readiness training within 90 days of hire. The family home was given 14 days to complete the requirement per the School Readiness handbook. The operator reported they were unable to complete the training by the original due date of June 23, 2025, due to their computer needed to be repaired. The Licensing Specialist spoke with the operator again on August 13, 2025 who stated they were working on it slowly as they were still having computer issues. The Licensing Specialist is giving a third noncompliance but is giving the provider an additional 30 days to comple ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 19, 2025
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Staff Training
- Official code
- 07-11
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) Staffing Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the renewal inspection on June 9, 2025, the Licensing Specialist observed the operator did not complete School Readiness training within 90 days of hire. The family home was given 14 days to complete the requirement per the School Readiness handbook. The operator reported they were unable to complete the training by the original due date of June 23, 2025, due to their computer needed to be repaired. The Licensing Specialist is giving a second noncompliance but is giving the provider an additional 30 days to complete the training to allow for the repair of the computer. The Licensing Specialist explained the 2 courses that the operator still needs to complete are Health ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 11, 2025
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Staff Training
- Official code
- 07-11
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) Staffing Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the operator did not complete School Readiness training within 90 days of hire. The family home was given 14 days to complete the requirement per the School Readiness handbook. The Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance from the School Readiness handbook Section 3.1 and 3.2 3.1 Preservice Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section, as applicable. All child care personnel must complete these preservice training requirements within 90 days of initial employment with any School Readiness provider. This timeframe does not start over if personnel c ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 23, 2025
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Staff Training
- Official code
- 07-11
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 18.2, number 1) Children's Records [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed one child's file did not have a current Student Health Examination within 30 days of Enrollment. Provided technical assistance from the handbook 8.2 Student Health Records A. The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed DH 3040, Student Health Examination form, incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7) (q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, or a signed statement by an authorized professional that indicates the results of the components of the form are included in the health examination from the custodial parent or legal guardia ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 17, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - Health Records
- Official code
- 32-01
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 describe the current process for ensuring all staff members complete their required training on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that staff training requirements were not met in several inspections between June and October 2025. This question helps clarify how the provider now manages training deadlines to ensure all requirements are current.
- Context
- A later inspection on June 16, 2026, was completed with no findings.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you keep track of staff training schedules and professional development requirements to ensure everything is up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show that staff training was a repeated topic across multiple reports in 2025. Asking about the current tracking system provides insight into how the provider ensures consistent compliance with these standards.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for ensuring that all children's health records and required medical forms are complete and up to date upon enrollment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2023 noted a missing health examination form for a child. This question helps parents understand the current administrative steps taken to maintain accurate and complete health records for every child.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families if there is ever a need for updated medical documentation or other records?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication regarding documentation helps ensure that children's files remain compliant and that parents are informed of any necessary updates. This question helps families understand the provider's standard practices for maintaining record-keeping partnerships with parents.
General question
What steps are taken to ensure that all staff members are fully prepared and trained before they begin working directly with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding the onboarding and training process for staff helps parents feel confident in the care their children receive. This question provides insight into the provider's commitment to staff readiness and professional standards.