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Sanchez Large Family Child Care Home

2016 Fern Ave, Sarasota, FL 34235

License:
L12SA0041
Type:
Large Family Child Care Home
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 14, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
12
License expiration:
March 31, 2027
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 27, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 27, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 10 available inspections for Sanchez Large Family Child Care Home from February 24, 2023 through March 27, 2026.

Three inspections recorded violations, with seven recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on August 15, 2024 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of September 13, 2024.

DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.

Four later inspections, from August 27, 2024 through March 27, 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
7

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
0

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

10 total inspections vs 6.5 local median in 34235

Compared to 10 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.7
Local median
0

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
0%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
30%
Local median
0%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
Local average
0.4

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

View official report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
There was no documentation, maintained for one year, that routine inspections were conducted at least every other month of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts.
Report comments
No environmental safety checklist.
Correction status
Due by September 13, 2024
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Outdoor Time and Play Area Requirements rule 65C-20.010(1)(f)-(h) & rule 65C20.013(11)(c), F.A.C.
Official code
11-11
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
A written record of fire drills was not completed and/or did not include one drill during napping/sleeping times, one drill using alternate evacuation routes, or one in the presence of the licensing authority. Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
No fire drills documented
Correction status
Due by September 13, 2024
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 27 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness rule 65C-20.010(3)(b)4 through 7, & rule 65C-20.010, F.A.C.
Official code
27-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
An up-to-date and age-appropriate immunization record was missing for the child(ren). Health Records [SR]
Report comments
Expired immunization record in three children files.
Correction status
Due by September 13, 2024
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Immunization Records rule 65C-20.011(1)(a)
Official code
31-02
View official report
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
An up-to-date and age-appropriate immunization record was missing for the child(ren). (Section 18.2, number 2) Health Records [SR]
Report comments
One child file immunization certificate was expired.
Correction status
Due by November 24, 2023
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Immunization Records rule 65C-20.011(1)(a) rule 65C-20.011(1)(a) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 18.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 36-38)
Official code
31-02
View official report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
There was no documentation, maintained for one year, that routine inspections were conducted at least every other month of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts.
Report comments
No environmental safety checklist on site.
Correction status
Due by March 9, 2023
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Outdoor Time and Play Area Requirements rule 65C-20.010(1)(f)-(h) & rule 65C20.013(11)(c), F.A.C. rule 65C-20.010(1)(f)-(h) & rule 65C20.013(11)(c), (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21 and Section 10 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 21-22)
Official code
11-11
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
A written record of fire drills was not completed and/or did not include one drill during napping/sleeping times, one drill using alternate evacuation routes, or one in the presence of the licensing authority. (Section 13.2, number 2) Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
There was no documentation of fire drills done.
Correction status
Due by March 23, 2023
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 27 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness rule 65C-20.010(3)(b)4 through 7, & rule 65C-20.010, F.A.C. rule 65C-20.010(3)(b)4 through 7, & rule 65C-20.01 (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 13 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 26-28)
Official code
27-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
An up-to-date and age-appropriate immunization record was missing for the child(ren). (Section 18.2, number 2) Health Records [SR]
Report comments
Found in two children files expired immunization certification.
Correction status
Due by March 9, 2023
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Immunization Records rule 65C-20.011(1)(a) rule 65C-20.011(1)(a) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 18.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 36-38)
Official code
31-02

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 walk me through your current process for documenting and tracking fire drills?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report noted that documentation for required fire drills was missing. This question helps clarify how the center ensures these safety exercises are performed and recorded consistently.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you manage and monitor the maintenance of outdoor play equipment to ensure everything remains in good condition?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that documentation for routine safety inspections of outdoor play areas was not available during a past inspection. This question helps parents understand the current schedule and process for checking equipment safety.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps do you have in place to ensure that all children's health and immunization records are kept up to date?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that keeping immunization records current has been a topic of discussion in multiple reports. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks these important health documents.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded on 3/27/2026.
Related violations
General question

How do you communicate with families when it is time to update their child's health or immunization paperwork?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Proactive communication about record updates helps ensure that all required health documentation remains current for every child. This question helps parents understand how the center partners with families to maintain compliance.
General question

What is your approach to conducting regular safety checks of the facility and play areas?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Regular facility inspections are important for maintaining a secure environment for children. This question helps parents understand the center's routine for identifying and addressing any maintenance needs.