Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0
- Local median
- 0.05
Little Caterpillar Early Child Care LLC
2936 E Mark Dr, Sarasota, FL 34232
- License:
- L12SA0043
- Type:
- Large Family Child Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 5:30PM; 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
No recorded violations
No recorded violations were found in the available reports.
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Latest inspectionMarch 19, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 19, 2026
Summary
This summary covers three available inspections for Little Caterpillar Early Child Care LLC from January 22, 2025 through March 19, 2026.
Those available inspections showed no recorded violations in the available records.
This summary uses available records only and may not reflect reports from other sources.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 3
- Recorded violations
- 0
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 0
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
3 total inspections vs 5.5 local median in 34232
Compared to 12 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 5%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.42
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
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.
General question
Could you describe the daily routine and how you structure activities for the children in your care?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding the daily schedule helps families see how the program balances learning, play, and rest to support child development.
General question
What is your approach to communicating with parents about their child's progress and any daily updates?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication practices ensure that families stay informed and connected to the care environment throughout the day.
General question
How do you handle staff training and ensure that caregivers stay updated on best practices for child supervision?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about staff development helps parents understand the commitment to maintaining a high standard of care and professional oversight.
General question
What procedures are in place for managing health and safety, such as handwashing or sanitizing toys and surfaces?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent hygiene routines are essential for maintaining a healthy environment for all children in the program.
General question
How do you manage transitions between different activities to ensure that children remain engaged and supervised?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Smooth transitions are a key indicator of well-organized care and help children feel secure during changes in their daily routine.