Lil Explorers St. Cloud, Inc.
SAINT CLOUD, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address1202 Wisconsin Ave, Saint Cloud FL, 34769
CountyOSCEOLA
Phone4078920995
Operating details
HoursMon 6:00AM to 11:00PM; Tue 6:00AM to 11:00PM; Wed 6:00AM to 11:00PM; Thu 6:00AM to 11:00PM; Fri 6:00AM to 11:00PM; Sat 7:00AM to 5:00PM; Sun 7:00AM to 5:00PM
Capacity89
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/30/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High3
- Medium-High5
- Medium3
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
Join the waitlist
Not ready to tour? Get on the waitlist and we'll notify the center you're interested.
Location
Using Address for Location
Exact coordinates aren't available, but you can view this location at:
1202 Wisconsin Ave, Saint Cloud FL, 34769, SAINT CLOUD, FL 34769
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- 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
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/30/2026
- High3
- Medium-High4
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 044/30/2026
04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (04-01)
Supervision of children in the [2 year classroom] group was inadequate in that [the teachers back was turned to the group during the diaper-changing routine]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR] Comments: 2.4 Supervision 2.4.1 General Supervision Requirements: B. Child care personnel must be assigned to provide direct supervision to a specific group of children and be with that group of children at all times. 05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 Not Monitored 06. Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 Not Monitored 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 11. Child Discipline CCF Handbook, Section 2.8 Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-30. View official inspection document (report 1144534c-1601-4608-ab0b-cedf68729ca7)
Corrected at inspection
2025
- High riskStandard 043/24/2025
04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (04-04)
Children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that [a group of children was pushing and throwing kicks towards another child. The child care personnel tried to separate them once, but did not insist when the children continued the fight]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, A General Requirements [SR] Comments: Although there were no major consequences, the child care personnel was required to provide adequate supervision by not allowing the fight. 05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 Not Monitored 06. Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 Not Monitored 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-24. View official inspection document (report c576d445-16dc-4f85-955f-93681217d463)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 113/24/2025
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: A video footage shows a two yrs old child crawling towards the exit to the playground door. The child care personnel tried to stop him with her foot. As he kept trying to go outside, at one point she grabbed him by the arm pits and sat him back on the floor on a harsh way. 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-24. View official inspection document (report c576d445-16dc-4f85-955f-93681217d463)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 412/4/2025
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: The provider will email to licensing the new immunization record on or before the due date. 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-04. View official inspection document (report 3e0cc01f-84c5-49b0-a448-6f178824d5fe)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 422/4/2025
42. (42-01)
Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: The provider will email to licensing the children's physical exams missing on or before the due date. Compliance Comments I reviewed 52 files from A thru K. 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 I reviewed and updated on CARES all the personnel records Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-04. View official inspection document (report 3e0cc01f-84c5-49b0-a448-6f178824d5fe)
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-High riskStandard 3910/31/2024
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: The provider failed to give the incident report to the parents the day of the occurrence. TA was provided: 6.4 Accident/Incident Notification A. All accidents and incidents or unusual occurrences that are threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of a child that occur while the child is in care must be documented on the same day they occur. B. This documentation must be shared with the custodial parent or legal guardian on the date of occurrence. 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 ENFORCEMENT 47. Access/Child Safety CCF Handbook, Section 8 Not Monitored Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments no comments Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-31. View official inspection document (report 18c495f1-d712-4330-8b28-5a46cd484dab)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 0310/3/2024
03. Ratio Sufficient CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (03-01)
A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [7] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: A second child care personnel had gone out of the classroom with two children, leaving one child care personnel with seven 1 yr olds. She came back to her classroom at the time of the walk through. The final ratio for the 1 yr old classroom was 2:9. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-03. View official inspection document (report 2a1e3d87-cefa-45b0-b4a6-cb3ac7ce5368)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 4610/3/2024
46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (46-07)
The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [the 2 yrs old group went out to the playground and the child care personnel in charge of the group did not bring the attendance log].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: The provider brought the log to the playground. ENFORCEMENT Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-03. View official inspection document (report 2a1e3d87-cefa-45b0-b4a6-cb3ac7ce5368)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
Based on the violation data, here are some recommendations:
- Review the detailed violations listed above.
- Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.
Estimated monthly cost
$1,065/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
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: SAINT CLOUD, OSCEOLA County
- Capacity: 89
- Type: Child Care Facility
What parents actually pay
No parent-reported prices yet. If your child attends here, you can be the first to add one.
Parent Reviews
More daycares in SAINT CLOUD, FL
- Bright Scholars Early Learning Academy · 4.5★
- Little Peanut Academy · 4.5★
- Creative World School Of St. Cloud · 4.5★
- Hansel And Gretel Preschool · 4.5★
- The Learning Experience · 4.5★
- Kids World Learning Academy · 4.5★
- BridgePrep Academy, Inc · 4.5★
- Church Alive Preschool · 4.5★