Sherwood Preschool Academy

MOUNT DORA, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

3.1based on state inspection data
Capacity247
HoursMon 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:30AM to 6:00PM
Est. price$922/mo

Contact information

Address3200 Lake Center Dr, Mount Dora FL, 32757

CityMOUNT DORA, FL 32757

CountyLAKE

Phone3523836075

Operating details

HoursMon 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:30AM to 6:00PM

Capacity247

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 5/13/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High3
  • Medium-High11
  • Medium10
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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3200 Lake Center Dr, Mount Dora FL, 32757, MOUNT DORA, FL 32757

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  1. This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
  2. Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
  3. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  4. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/13/2026

  • High1
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium6
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 355/13/2026

    35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 (35-12)

    The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6 Health Requirements [SR] Comments: Facilitys staff members were not up to date on their annual blood borne pathogen plan. Due: 6/8/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-13. View official inspection document (report adba2a37-75c0-46a6-b4ee-e6495ca9f78e)

    Not corrected
  2. High riskStandard 245/13/2026

    24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (24-21)

    Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ properly covered or sealed, labeled with date]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: In the facilitys kitchen various open packages were not properly stored and dated. Staff stored packages were properly; issue was resolved at time of inspection. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-13. View official inspection document (report adba2a37-75c0-46a6-b4ee-e6495ca9f78e)

    Corrected at inspection
  3. Medium riskStandard 125/13/2026

    12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (12-18)

    The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Facility did not have covers on non-Tamper- resistant outlets. Outlets were covered at the time of inspection. TA: All accessible electrical outlets must be tamper-resistant electrical outlets that contain internal shutter mechanisms to prevent children from sticking objects into receptacles. In settings that do not have tamper-resistant electrical outlets, outlets shall have safety covers. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-13. View official inspection document (report adba2a37-75c0-46a6-b4ee-e6495ca9f78e)

    Corrected at inspection
  4. Medium riskStandard 065/13/2026

    06. (06-01)

    The facility's driver did not have [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 General Requirements [SR] Comments: The facilitys driver does not have an up to date physical. Due: 6/8/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-13. View official inspection document (report adba2a37-75c0-46a6-b4ee-e6495ca9f78e)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 121/7/2026

    12. (12-01)

    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] Comments: Area rugs in Adventures A, Challengers and Walker C rooms in need of deep cleaning. Rugs and carpet must be clean often. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 1/21/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-07. View official inspection document (report c7e4536a-31df-4c90-a3a8-b1d0d7a74bef)

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 398/8/2025

    39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 (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 Health Requirements [SR] Comments: Facility failed to give the incident report to parents the day of the incident. 40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 Not Monitored RECORD KEEPING 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Not Monitored 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Not Monitored 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. Not Monitored 44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 Not Monitored 46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-08. View official inspection document (report a8acf447-fd41-4109-9989-6fe030dc577a)

    Corrected at inspection
  2. Medium riskStandard 118/8/2025

    11. Child Discipline CCF Handbook, Section 2.8 (11-03)

    Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B General Requirements [SR] Comments: Staff did not follow the redirection of behavior as describe on the facility's discipline policy. PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT 12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Not Monitored 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 Not Monitored 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 Not Monitored 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 Not Monitored 16. Indoor Floor Space CCF Handbook, Section 3.4 Not Monitored 17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 Not Monitored 18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 Not Monitored 19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 Not Monitored 20. Crib Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 Not Monitored 21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 Not Monitored 22. Operable Phone CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.1 Not Monitored 23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 Not Monitored FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored 25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored 26. Meal and Snack Menus CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3 & Section 7 Not Monitored 27. Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources CCF Handbook, Section 7 & Section 3.9.3 Not Monitored 28. Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-08. View official inspection document (report a8acf447-fd41-4109-9989-6fe030dc577a)

    Corrected at inspection
  3. Medium riskStandard 077/24/2025

    07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (07-06)

    The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 General Requirements [SR] Comments: Alarm has not been repaired yet. On 06/10/2025, alarm was observed activated by the shifts and no by the ignition. The alarm system must be armed or activated automatically when the vehicles ignition is turned on. 08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 Not Monitored 09. Planned Activities CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 Not Monitored 10. Field Trip Permission CCF Handbook, Section 2.7 Not Monitored Due: 8/8/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-24. View official inspection document (report 7e25d4e3-a9de-41dd-807a-45aa07c9d748)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 076/10/2025

    07. (07-06)

    The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: Alarm is activated by the shifts and no by the ignition. The alarm system must be armed or activated automatically when the vehicles ignition is turned on. 08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-10. View official inspection document (report 03ec73b4-34ee-46b8-a5ca-2e252b76c50f)

    Not corrected

2024

  1. Medium riskStandard 339/10/2024

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-03)

    The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 Comments: Staff exceed timeframe to commence the 40 hr training. Staff have 90 days from employment to commence trainings. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-10. View official inspection document (report 008ae048-d958-4085-a069-43c2629af6b3)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium riskStandard 189/10/2024

    18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (18-12)

    Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Blankets observed touching each other while stored in a closet. Blankets were taken to laundry to be stored in a sanitary manner. TA given to have all blankets and linen covers separated once are used. Trash bags or cubbies may be use. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-10. View official inspection document (report 008ae048-d958-4085-a069-43c2629af6b3)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

24Total Violations
4Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$922/month

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About this daycare

  • Location: MOUNT DORA, LAKE County
  • Capacity: 247
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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