Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.57
- Local median
- 1.22
Miss Darla's Home Day Care Inc
401 43rd Street Blvd E, Bradenton, FL 34208
- License:
- L12MA0016
- Type:
- Large Family Child Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 4:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 12
- License expiration:
- June 10, 2027
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
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 inspectionMay 29, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsDecember 5, 2025
Summary
This summary covers seven available inspections for Miss Darla's Home Day Care Inc from May 17, 2023 through May 29, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with four recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on May 29, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of June 29, 2026.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 7
- Recorded violations
- 4
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 1
3 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
7 total inspections vs 8.5 local median in 34208
Compared to 20 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 32%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 29%
- Local median
- 44%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- 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.
Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
May 19, 2025May 29, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Outdoor play areas were not free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, A
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed hazards on the play area in that there 3 plants with sharp thrones on the edges. The plants were within childrens reach. One plant was located in a pot to the left of the screen door that leads to the playground. One play was located to the right of the shed, the last plant was to the left of the white vinyl fence directly across from the home. The Operator has been given until 6/29/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, A : Outdoor Play areas shall be clean, in good repair and free from litter, nai ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 29, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Outdoor Time, Fencing, and Play Area Requirements
- Official code
- 15-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The home does not have documentation for all child care personnel on the required annual refresher education of the homes exposure plan. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.23
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the home does not have documentation for all child care personnel on the required annual refresher education of the homes exposure plan. This standard has been brought back into compliance in that the substitute completed the training during the inspection. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.23: Communicable Disease Control: There are three common modes of transmission for the spread of microorganisms in child care settings: contact, droplet, and airborne. Many common infections encountered in the child care setting are transmitted by direct or i ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 29 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 29-11
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The operator failed to report changes to the written substitute plan within five working days. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 3.2,C
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the operator had a new substitute, and the operator had not informed the office of licensing. This standard was brought into compliance during the inspection in the operator informed the licensing specialist that they had a new substitute. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.2 C Substitute C: Any changes to the plan must be reported to the licensing office within 5 working days. All hours worked by the substitute must be documented in writing and maintained for 12 months.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- LICENSED FAMILY - 06 - Employee and Substitute Requirements
- Official code
- 06-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The outdoor play area that required fencing was not safe and adequate in that [it had a gap larger than 3 1/2 inches]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, F
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the fence around the play area had a gap larger than 3 1/2 inches. The gap is measured at 11 1/2 inches. The area is on the right side of the play area, towards the front of the house. The gap has palm tree palm trees to the left of the fence. During the inspection, pictures were taken. This standard is being given until May 29, 2025 to come into compliance. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 7.6 Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements F: Fencing, including gates, must be continuous, and shall not have opening or gaps larger than 3 1/2 inches ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 29, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Outdoor Time, Fencing, and Play Area Requirements
- Official code
- 15-09
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 walk me through your current process for checking the outdoor play area to ensure it stays free of potential hazards?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from May 2026 noted that the outdoor play area contained items like plants with sharp edges. This question helps parents understand the daily maintenance routine used to keep the play space clear of hazards.
- Context
- The provider was given until 6/29/2026 to address this finding.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you keep track of staff training requirements and ensure all documentation is up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in May 2026 show that documentation for required staff training was missing at that time. This question helps parents understand the current administrative process for maintaining personnel records.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to regularly inspect the perimeter fencing and play equipment to ensure everything remains in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show that concerns regarding outdoor play area maintenance and fencing appeared in separate reports in 2025 and 2026. This question helps parents understand how the facility manages ongoing equipment and safety checks.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you handle communication with the licensing office when there are changes to your staffing or substitute plans?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from May 2025 noted that changes to the substitute plan were not reported to the licensing office within the required timeframe. This question helps parents understand the current process for keeping administrative filings current.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question
What is your daily routine for supervising children while they are playing outdoors?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how staff supervise children during outdoor time helps parents feel confident about the level of attention and care provided throughout the day.