Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.67
- Local median
- 0.57
It Takes a Village Child Care and Preschool LLC
6297 Demery Cir, Fort Myers, FL 33916
- License:
- L20LE0007
- Type:
- Large Family Child Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Night Care, Transportation, Weekend Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Sun: 12:00AM to 11:59PM
- Capacity:
- 12
- License expiration:
- September 16, 2026
Typical cost: $823 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$823/mo
Median daily rate: $38.00 (non-Gold Seal only)
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Lee 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 16, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 16, 2026
Summary
This summary covers nine available inspections for It Takes a Village Child Care and Preschool LLC from March 14, 2023 through April 16, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with six recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 4, 2026 and involved transportation.
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
- 9
- Recorded violations
- 6
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
9 total inspections vs 9 local median in 33916
Compared to 29 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 22%
- Local median
- 10%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 22%
- Local median
- 33%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.9
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
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The log for children transported did not include the following required information: [ signature of driver verifying all children left the vehicle]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.4.2 Large Family [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that some the transportation logs were missing the signature of the driver verifying all the children left the vehicle. The licensing specialist took pictures. This requirement was discussed the operator bring the issue into compliance. The licensing specialist provided technical assistance from the handbook Section 2.4.2 B. Upon arrival at the destination, the driver of the vehicle must: 1. Mark each child off the log as the child departs the vehicle; 2. Conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle to ensure that no child is left in the vehicle; and 3. Record, sign, and date the transportation log imme ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- LICENSED FAMILY - 03 - Transportation
- Official code
- 03-10
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Indoor play areas were not inspected daily for basic health and safety and/or any problems were not corrected before the play area is used by children and/or daily inspection documentation was not maintained for 12 months. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7, A Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection the licensing specialist observed the daily basic health and safety inspections were not documented for the months of February and March 2026. The licensing specialist took pictures. The operator advised the inspections were completed each day but did not them documented on the log. This requirement was reviewed with the operator during the inspection, thus is marked back into compliance this date.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Indoor Play Areas
- Official code
- 14-10
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ the form was not current (expired)]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1, A and B Children's Records [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed one childs file had an expired immunization record. The Licensing Specialist took pictures. The Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance from the handbook 8.1 8.1 A. The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form, Parts A-1, B, and/or C, DH 680 (July 2010), or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681 (July 2008), which are incorporated herein by reference in 65C- 22.001(7)(o) and (p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian, within 30 days of enrollment. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 32-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A Large Family Child Care Home may provide care for a maximum of: 1. 8 children from birth to 24 months of age. 2. 12 children with no more than 4 from birth to 24 months of age. There were [12] children observed in care and their ages were [2 age 2, 3 age , 5 age 4 , 5 age 5 with 1 staff member ]. 402.302 (11), F.S., FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.2.2 [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Theis noncompliance triggered a full routine inspection. At the start of the inspection, the counselor observed one staff member supervising 12 preschool children all Age 2 and above. During the inspection 5 children left and another preschool above age 2 child arrived. Explained that with one staff member present the large home must follow the ratio of the regular family home. Provided technical assistance from the handbook 2.2 Licensed Capacity 2.2.1 Family Day Care Home A family day care home may provide care for one of the following groups of children, which shall include household children under 13 years of age: A. A maximum of four children from birth to 12 months of ag ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 24, 2023
More details
- Report section
- LICENSED FAMILY - 01 - Licensed Capacity/Ratio
- Official code
- 01-01
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 Children's Records [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed one child's file did not have a current Florida Certification of Immunization within 30 days of Enrollment. Provided technical assistance from the handbook 8.1 Health/Immunization Records A. The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form, Parts A-1, B, and/or C, DH 680 (July 2010), or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681 (July 2008), which are incorporated herein by reference in 65C- 22.001(7)(o) and (p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian, within 30 days of enrollment. DH Form 680 and D ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2023
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 Children's Records [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed two child's file did not have a current Student Health Examination within 30 days of Enrollment. Provided technical assistance from the handbook 8.2 Student Health Records A. The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed DH 3040, Student Health Examination form, incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7) (q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, or a signed statement by an authorized professional that indicates the results of the components of the form are included in the health examination from the custodial parent or legal guardia ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Health Records
- Official code
- 33-01
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
Can you walk me through your current process for ensuring transportation logs are fully completed and signed after every trip?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a March 2026 inspection show that some transportation logs were missing the required driver signature verifying that all children had exited the vehicle. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center ensures these safety checks are consistently documented.
- Context
- The issue was noted as corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage staffing levels to ensure that ratios are always maintained, especially during transitions or when children are arriving or departing?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from March 2023 identified a concern regarding the number of children supervised by a single staff member. This question helps parents understand the current staffing practices and how the center ensures appropriate supervision at all times.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe your daily routine for inspecting indoor play areas to ensure they are safe and ready for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from March 2026 indicate that daily health and safety documentation for indoor play areas was not maintained for a period of time. Asking about this routine helps parents understand how the center maintains its safety logs today.
- Context
- The issue was noted as corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for tracking and updating children's health and immunization records to ensure they stay current?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a March 2026 inspection noted an instance where a child's immunization record had expired. This question helps parents understand how the center monitors these important documents to keep them up to date.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families about their child's daily experiences and any updates to center policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular communication is essential for building a strong partnership between families and the center. Understanding how the provider shares information helps parents feel more connected to their child's daily care and development.