Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- Not calculated
- Local median
- 0.57
Little Explorers Preschool
8490 McIntosh Rd, Sarasota, FL 34238
- License:
- X12SA0014
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Exempt
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 72
- License expiration:
- December 31, 2024
Typical cost: $1,083 - $1,170 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,083 - $1,170/mo
Median daily rate: $50.00 - $54.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Sarasota County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Questions worth asking
Only limited inspection history is available for this provider.
Next: Ask whether more recent inspection or licensing records are available, and confirm the provider's current licensing status before enrolling.
Latest inspectionNot found
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsNot found
Summary
The available records for Little Explorers Preschool do not include readable inspection reports.
Because this summary uses available records only, recorded violations and repeated topics may be incomplete.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 0
- Recorded violations
- 0
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 0
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
0 total inspections vs 9 local median in Sarasota
Compared to 83 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- Not calculated
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- Not calculated
- Local median
- 29%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.96
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 from the loaded records.
No inspection reports found
The available records do not include inspection reports for this provider. Check current licensing status with the provider or licensing authority, and look for newer records before enrolling.
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 typical daily schedule and how teachers manage transitions between activities for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding the daily routine helps families see how the center balances structured learning with play and rest throughout the day.
General question
What is the center's process for communicating with parents about a child's daily experiences or any minor incidents?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication practices ensure that parents stay informed about their child's well-being and development while in care.
General question
How does the staff approach supporting children as they adjust to a new classroom environment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about the transition process helps parents understand how the staff builds relationships and provides comfort to children during their first days.
General question
What training or certifications do your lead teachers and support staff typically hold?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Inquiring about staff qualifications provides insight into the experience level and professional background of the team responsible for child supervision.
General question
How are the classrooms organized to ensure that children have access to age-appropriate materials and safe play areas?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Observing how space is managed helps parents evaluate the environment's design for both engagement and general oversight.