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Kids of Distinction Agape

315 N 15th St, Leesburg, FL 34748

License:
X05LA0029
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Exempt
Records checked:
July 13, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
82
License expiration:
September 1, 2026
Typical cost: $1,083 - $1,252 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,083 - $1,252/mo

Median daily rate: $50.00 - $57.80

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Lake 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 inspectionDecember 2, 2025
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsDecember 2, 2025

Summary

This summary covers six available inspections for Kids of Distinction Agape from June 24, 2024 through December 2, 2025.

Two inspections recorded violations, with 14 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on November 3, 2025 and involved background screening.

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

2 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
14

10 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
3

1 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
2

Last 36 months

Local comparison

6 total inspections vs 6 local median in 34748

Compared to 29 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
2.33
Local median
0.68

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
33%
Local median
7%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
33%
Local median
31%

Repeated topics

This provider
2
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.

Inspection history

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

View official report
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
Facility had dirty window seals throughout the whole facility. (pictures was taken). Wall under the serving counter was dirty along with the walls by the bathrooms in the back of the facility. (pictures was taken) Door in the mens bathroom needs to be cleaned as well (pictures was taken).
Correction status
Due by December 3, 2025
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
Outside door by the playground has two holes in the bottom of the door (pictures was taken) Small hole in the wall by the bathrooms in the back (picture was taken) Black border in the dining room area needs to be fixed. (pictures was taken) Wall by the bathroom needs to be repainted due to paint chipping/ peeling, Vents in the School age room needs to be replaced or painted over due to rust showing.
Correction status
Due by December 3, 2025
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facilitys outdoor play space was not enclosed with fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
Fence on the back playground is not at 4 feet level in the left corner of the playground. TA is given for the fence not being at the 4 foot level.
Correction status
Due by December 3, 2025
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-05
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The bath facility was not cleaned and/or sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
Mens bathroom in the back of the facility has dirty window seals.
Correction status
Due by December 3, 2025
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
Official code
21-10
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The food preparation area does not have a hand washing station or the hand washing station did not include the following: [a label for hand washing only.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.7. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Report comments
During the time of inspection there was no sink labeled for handwashing only.
Correction status
Due by December 3, 2025
More details
Report section
FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Report comments
Pink bottle in the infant room was not labeled. Director put first and last name on the bottle at the time of inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
Official code
28-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [toys covered in tape, rusted, and no mulch]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Report comments
Seesaw handle has duct tape on the bars. Tricycle bikes are covered in duct tape, and the wheels are rusty. Monkey bars also have areas of rust on them. Dome has rust on the bolts. Fall area did not have 6 inches of mulch. The stationery bikes, dome and monkey bars were not maintained in a safe and sanitary condition for children to use due to the rust on the play equipment. TA was given to provider to maintain outdoor play equipment free from rust. TA was given to provider to maintain outdoor play equipment free from rust, chip paint and broken equipment.
Correction status
Due by December 3, 2025
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-03
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 (Section 3.3) Training [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
3 staff did not have completed in service hours; this includes the director. Counselor observed that the Director and staff did not have proof of completing 10 hours of in-service for July 1 2024 June 30 2025. Counselor observed that the Director and the staff completed 10 hours for 25-26, which Counselor used to put the facility back in compliance. Counselor advised the Director that she and the staff will need to complete 10 hours for this year 25-26. 3.3 Annual In-Service Training Upon successful completion of preservice training requirements, all child care personnel must complete the annual ten (10) clock-hours or one (1) CEU of in-service training concentrating on child ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by December 5, 2025
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-03
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
Staff did not have updated Child Abuse and Neglect form. Staff signed and updated Child Abuse and Neglect form at the time of inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Personnel Records
Official code
43-04
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
The Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
Staff did not have updated Attestation of Good Moral form signed, expired 7/22/2024. Staff signed and updated Attestation of Good Moral at the time of inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
44-06
View official report
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The facility's driver did not have [ A valid Florida drivers license, Valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
Expired driver's license and CPR and First Aid for designated driver. Driver documentation must be up to date in file all time.
Correction status
Due by April 30, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
Official code
06-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
1. Fence on the Outdoor play area have multiple gaps due missing plastic plaids. F 2. The entrance/access to the outdoor play area does not have a gate, there is an open access that allow children to get out of the outdoor area. This open entrance/exit led to the parking lot. TA provided: Fence must not have gaps that exceed 3 inches. Fence must be continued to prevent the children get out unnoticed from the playground.
Correction status
Due by April 30, 2025
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The placement of [climb equipment] did not allow for adequate distance/clearance from other equipment, fences, and objects in the area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Outdoor play area has a climb equipment adjacent to the fence. The high of the climb structure will allow children to climb out the fence. TA given to provide a distance between the equipment and the fence or other equipment.
Correction status
Due by April 30, 2025
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-08
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
2 of 4 CPR trained staff with 31 children present at the time of inspection. TA given to have the required CPR trained number of childcare personnel covering for the number of children present all time.
Correction status
Due by May 15, 2025
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - CPR Requirements
Official code
35-03

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 the process for ensuring all staff background screening documents are kept current?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in November 2025 indicated that a staff member's attestation of good moral character was not updated. Asking about the current process helps parents understand how the center manages these important administrative requirements.
Context
The record indicates the document was updated at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How often does the team inspect outdoor play equipment to ensure it remains in good condition?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from November 2025 noted concerns regarding the maintenance of outdoor play equipment, such as rust and surface materials. Discussing the maintenance schedule provides insight into how the center keeps play areas ready for children.
Context
Corrective actions were due by December 3, 2025.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps are taken to ensure that all staff complete their required annual in-service training hours on time?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2025 show that training requirements for staff were not met in multiple instances. Asking about the current training tracking system helps parents understand how the center supports ongoing professional development.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the center maintain the cleanliness of facility areas like window seals and walls?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a November 2025 inspection noted that certain areas of the facility were in need of cleaning. Learning about the daily or weekly cleaning routine helps parents understand the center's approach to maintaining a tidy environment.
Context
Corrective actions were due by December 3, 2025.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your daily routine for ensuring that all children's belongings, such as bottles, are properly labeled?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An inspection report from November 2025 noted an instance where a bottle was not labeled. Asking about the labeling process helps parents understand how the center ensures items are correctly identified for each child.
Context
The label was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations