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Gingerich Large Family Child Care Home

751 Grandeur St SE, Palm Bay, FL 32909

License:
L18BR0018
Type:
Large Family Child Care Home
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 13, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day
Hours:
Mon-Thu: 8:00AM to 5:15PM; Fri: 8:00AM to 4:15PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
12
License expiration:
October 1, 2026
Typical cost: $1,101 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,101/mo

Median daily rate: $50.81 (non-Gold Seal only)

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Brevard County data.

Not this provider’s price.

Inspection snapshot

Recent higher-concern violation

At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.

Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.

Latest inspectionApril 20, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 20, 2026

Summary

This summary covers six available inspections for Gingerich Large Family Child Care Home from March 26, 2024 through April 20, 2026.

Two inspections recorded violations, with four recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 5, 2026 and involved background screening, with a due date of March 19, 2026.

A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.

At a glance

Total inspections
6

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
4

3 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

1 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

6 total inspections vs 12 local median in 32909

Compared to 12 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.67
Local median
0.5

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
17%
Local median
17%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
33%
Local median
25%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
Local average
1.17

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.

Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
The operator, employee, substitute, and/or volunteer did not have a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.3, H
Report comments
The operator, employee, household members listed on supplemental did not have a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form current.
Correction status
Due by March 19, 2026
More details
Report section
LICENSED FAMILY - 07 - Background Screening Requirements
Official code
07-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a, Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1, A
Report comments
Child(ren) listed on the supplemental did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a, Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file
Correction status
Due by April 2, 2026
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - Immunization Records
Official code
32-01
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
Report comments
Child(ren) listed on supplemental did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file
Correction status
Due by April 2, 2026
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Health Records
Official code
33-01
View official report
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a, Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1, A
Inspector notes
Counselor observed 2 children files without an immunization record/form.
Correction status
Due by February 26, 2025
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - Immunization 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 explain your process for ensuring all staff and household members stay current with their required annual child abuse reporting forms?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a March 2026 inspection indicate that some required annual reporting forms were not on file for staff or household members.
Context
A clean inspection was recorded on April 20, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you track and manage enrollment paperwork, such as immunization and health records, to ensure everything is complete for each child?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2025 and 2026 show repeated instances where required health or immunization documentation was missing from children's files.
Context
A clean inspection was recorded on April 20, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your approach to maintaining organized and up-to-date health records for all the children in your care?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from March 2026 noted that some children's health examination forms were not on file as required.
Context
A clean inspection was recorded on April 20, 2026.
Related violations
General question

How do you communicate with families about upcoming deadlines for updated health or immunization forms?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Proactive communication helps parents understand how the center manages essential documentation and ensures that children's records remain compliant with state requirements.
General question

Can you describe the daily routine and how you balance supervision with administrative tasks during the day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how the provider structures their day helps families see how administrative responsibilities are handled while maintaining consistent supervision for the children.