Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.2
- Local median
- 0.2
Virkus Large Family Child Care Home
2840 Arlington St, Sarasota, FL 34239
- License:
- L12SA0037
- Type:
- Large Family Child Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 8:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 12
- License expiration:
- March 31, 2028
Typical cost: $1,001 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,001/mo
Median daily rate: $46.19 (non-Gold Seal only)
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Sarasota 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 11, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 11, 2026
Summary
This summary covers five available inspections for Virkus Large Family Child Care Home from January 30, 2024 through March 11, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on January 30, 2024 and involved health or food records, with a due date of February 15, 2024.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Four later inspections, from February 29, 2024 through March 11, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 5
- Recorded violations
- 1
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 0
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
5 total inspections vs 8 local median in 34239
Compared to 9 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 20%
- Local median
- 13%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.56
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.
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
- The Student Health Examination was no longer current for the child(ren).
- Report comments
- Physicals from three children were out of date.
- Correction status
- Due by February 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - Student Health and Records rule 65C-20.011(1)(b)(c), F.A.C. & s.
- Official code
- 32-02
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 explain your process for tracking and updating student health records, such as physical examinations?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from January 2024 noted that some student health examinations were not current. This question helps parents understand how the center manages these important records to ensure they remain up to date.
- Context
- The record indicates this was addressed in early 2024, and subsequent inspections have been clear of findings.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families when it is time to renew a child's medical or immunization records?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Proactive communication about upcoming deadlines helps ensure that all required documentation stays current without interruption to care. Learning about this process provides insight into how the center coordinates with parents on administrative requirements.
General question
What is your approach to maintaining daily routines for the children in your care?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent daily routines are important for a child's sense of security and development. Understanding how the staff structures the day helps parents see if the environment aligns with their child's needs.
General question
How do you handle staff training and professional development to ensure high-quality care?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Ongoing training is a key component of maintaining a supportive and well-managed childcare environment. This question helps families understand the center's commitment to staff expertise and best practices.
General question
What is the best way for parents to stay informed about center updates or changes to policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication channels between the center and families are essential for a strong partnership. Knowing how information is shared allows parents to feel more connected to their child's daily experience.