Explorations Child Care And Learning Center, Llc
GROVELAND, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address20540 Independence Blvd, Groveland FL, 34736
CountyLAKE
Phone6098155428
Operating details
HoursMon 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:00AM to 6:00PM
Capacity95
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/22/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High5
- Medium9
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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20540 Independence Blvd, Groveland FL, 34736, GROVELAND, FL 34736
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- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
- Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
- This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
- This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/22/2026
- High1
- Medium-High4
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 034/22/2026
03. Ratio Sufficient CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (03-01)
A ratio of [2 Staff ] child care personnel for [9] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [9 ] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: The ratio in the 1-year-old room was not sufficient there was only one staff for 9 children. Issue was resolved during inspection when staff returned. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-22. View official inspection document (report 5ac09bcf-b6e0-410f-9a6b-b4fcb5b6b971)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 124/22/2026
12. (12-18)
The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: In the childrens bathroom the outlet was exposed within childrens reach. The issue was corrected during the inspection. 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: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-22. View official inspection document (report 5ac09bcf-b6e0-410f-9a6b-b4fcb5b6b971)
Corrected at inspection
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 125/8/2025
12. (12-02)
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] Comments: Licensing counselor observed the baseboard in the 3's and 4's classroom coming off the wall. Technical assistance provided that all child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. This will need to be corrected by due date. 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-08. View official inspection document (report 47da2ced-fe19-4cc4-b036-4d9d530a21e8)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 175/8/2025
17. (17-07)
The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Licensing counselor observed a gap from the base of the fence to the ground in the big outdoor playground. Technical assistance provided that the base of the fence must remain at ground level and be free from erosion or buildup to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. This will need to be corrected by due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-08. View official inspection document (report 47da2ced-fe19-4cc4-b036-4d9d530a21e8)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 405/8/2025
40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (40-17)
Medication which had expired or is no longer being administered was not discarded or returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: Licensing specialist reviewed medications which had expired and no longer being administered inside of the medicine box. Technical assistance provided that Medication that has expired or that is no longer being dispensed must be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded. Provider discarded medication at time of inspection. RECORD KEEPING 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments 29 children files of 80 were reviewed at the time of inspection. 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 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 All staff files reviewed and added to CARES during inspection. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-08. View official inspection document (report 47da2ced-fe19-4cc4-b036-4d9d530a21e8)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(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: GROVELAND, LAKE County
- Capacity: 95
- Type: Child Care Facility
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