Tadpoles Early Learning Academy And School Age Center, Inc.

INVERNESS, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

2.9based on state inspection data
Capacity89
HoursMon 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Tue 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Wed 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Thu 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Fri 6:30AM to 5:30PM
Est. price$973/mo

Contact information

Address212 N Apopka Ave, Inverness FL, 34450

CityINVERNESS, FL 34450

CountyCITRUS

Phone3525604222

Operating details

HoursMon 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Tue 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Wed 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Thu 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Fri 6:30AM to 5:30PM

Capacity89

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 2/10/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High2
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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212 N Apopka Ave, Inverness FL, 34450, INVERNESS, FL 34450

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  1. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  2. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
  3. Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
  4. Ask about their security measures, visitor policy, and pickup procedures

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/10/2026

  • High2
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. High riskStandard 442/10/2026

    44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (44-04)

    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] Comments: At time of inspection, Counselor observed staff listed on supplemental had expired Child Abuse Reporting forms on file. Technical assistance provided that personnel and volunteers must sign the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form annually. 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 2/24/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-10. View official inspection document (report 8dc1e13c-ac2c-432d-baf5-a1564ebe872c)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 452/10/2026

    45. (45-06)

    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] Comments: At time of inspection, Counselor observed the staff listed on supplemental had outdated Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character forms on file. Technical assistance provided that all staff must have the most recent July 2024 version of the Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Characterform on file. Due: 2/24/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-10. View official inspection document (report 8dc1e13c-ac2c-432d-baf5-a1564ebe872c)

    Not corrected

2025

  1. High riskStandard 4510/10/2025

    45. (45-07)

    Background screening was not completed: [ every five years after the initial screening.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At time of inspection, Counselor observed that Retained Prints Expired 08-19-2025 for the Staff listed on the Supplemental. Technical Assistance provided that background screenings must be completed every 5 years after the initial screening and after a 90-day break in service. Due: 10/24/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-10. View official inspection document (report fa9f80b1-9117-449d-9950-15e688b33dfd)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 416/13/2025

    41. (41-02)

    The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Counselor observed that children listed on supplemental had expired immunizations. Counselor advised Director that all children need current immunization form on file. 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 6/27/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-13. View official inspection document (report 878f44c9-7869-4716-becc-d193b7f1bba3)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 426/13/2025

    42. (42-02)

    The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Counselor observed that children listed on supplemental did not have a current physical on file. Counselor advised Director that all children need an updated physical form on file. Compliance Comments Counselor reviewed all 76 children files including 22 School Age Children files. 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments Counselor reviewed all 17 staff files. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-13. View official inspection document (report 878f44c9-7869-4716-becc-d193b7f1bba3)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 395/1/2025

    39. (39-04)

    Child care personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, B & D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: Counselor observed incident report was signed 2 days after the incident occurred. Incident report was written 03-31-2025 and parent signed 04-01-2025. Counselor advised Director that parents or guardians need to sign the incident report the day the incident occurs. 40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored RECORD KEEPING 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-01. View official inspection document (report c5ca784e-0f4d-4f1f-9300-3d1a44b55fd5)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

6Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$973/month

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Typical prices in Florida run about $904/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in Florida by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: INVERNESS, CITRUS County
  • Capacity: 89
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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