Koala Early Education Center Inc

SARASOTA, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.2based on state inspection data
Capacity111
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$922/mo

Contact information

Address3710 N Lockwood Ridge Rd, Sarasota FL, 34234

CitySARASOTA, FL 34234

CountySARASOTA

Phone9413782362

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

Capacity111

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/28/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High4
  • Medium-High8
  • Medium13
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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3710 N Lockwood Ridge Rd, Sarasota FL, 34234, SARASOTA, FL 34234

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  3. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/28/2026

  • High4
  • Medium-High1
  • Medium7
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium riskStandard 404/28/2026

    40. Outdoor Equipment rule 65C-22.002(11), F.A.C. 62-133(c)(2) (40-02)

    The play equipment was not safe for the children to use in that [swin is part of a permanet structure and pole was bended.]. Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Pole where the swing was hanged was bended. At the time of inspection there were two children swinging at the same time and bended pole bounced up and down. It seemed the pole does not support having two children using the swinging.at the same time. TRAINING 41. Training Requirements ss. 402.305(2) - (3), F.S. & rule 65C-22.003(2) (3), F.A.C. Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-28. View official inspection document (report e0be0cc2-b30d-4fb1-96f3-61870250fa4b)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium riskStandard 224/28/2026

    22. Fencing rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(3) (22-05)

    The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not in ground level and could allow access by children or animals or allow children to exit the play area. Physical Environment [SR] Comments: The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not in ground level, inspector suggest covering, Inspector give a month to corrected and be reinspected. Due: 5/29/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-28. View official inspection document (report e0be0cc2-b30d-4fb1-96f3-61870250fa4b)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 144/28/2026

    14. Facility Environment rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , 62-133(c)(4) (14-06)

    A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Teacher cups at children reach. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-28. View official inspection document (report e0be0cc2-b30d-4fb1-96f3-61870250fa4b)

    Corrected at inspection

2025

  1. High riskStandard 436/3/2025

    43. Credentialed Staff ss.402.305(3), F.S. & rule 65C-22.003(7)-(8), F.A.C. (43-04)

    All owners or operators responsible for the daily operation of the program must have a Director Credential. This standard is not currently met due to [NO DIRECTOR]. Comments: NO DIRECTOR ON SITE. FACILITY IS ACTIVELY RECRUITING A NEW DIRECTOR. HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 44. Communicable Disease Control rule 65C-22.004(1), F.A.C. Not Monitored 45. First Aid Requirements rule 65C-22.004(2), F.A.C. 62-132(f) Not Monitored 46. CPR Requirements rule 65C-22.004(2), F.A.C. 62-132(f) Not Monitored 47. Emergency Telephone Numbers rule 65C-22.004(2), F.A.C. Not Monitored 48. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation rule 65C-22.004(2), F.A.C. Not Monitored 49. Medication rule 65C-22.004(3),F.A.C. 62-133(e)(5) Not Monitored FOOD AND NUTRITION 50. Meals and Snacks rule 65C-22.005(1), F.A.C. Not Monitored 51. Meal and Snack Menus rule 65C-22.005(1), F.A.C. Not Monitored 52. Food Service rule 65C-22.005(3), F.A.C. Not Monitored 53. Bottles Sanitary and Labeled rule 65C-22.005(2), F.A.C Not Monitored 54. Catered food and food provided by parents 65C-22.005(1), F.A.C. Not Monitored 55. Single Service Items rule 65C-22.0011(8), 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. Not Monitored RECORD KEEPING 56. Records ss. 402.3054(2), F.S., rule 65C-22.006(3)(c)5., F.A.C. Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-03. View official inspection document (report 02677fff-2eb4-414e-bbc3-4bd318bb78f5)

    Not corrected
  2. High riskStandard 434/28/2025

    43. Credentialed Staff ss.402.305(3), F.S. & rule 65C-22.003(7)-(8), F.A.C. (43-04)

    All owners or operators responsible for the daily operation of the program must have a Director Credential. This standard is not currently met due to [no director on site]. Comments: No director on site. Facility is actively looking for a credential director. HEALTH REQUIREMENTS Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-28. View official inspection document (report 1e84c84a-4364-4309-9567-e67ec8631ddb)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium riskStandard 404/28/2025

    40. Outdoor Equipment rule 65C-22.002(11), F.A.C. 62-133(c)(2) (40-06)

    The placement of [jungle gym] did not allow for adequate distance/clearance from other equipment or other children in the area. Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Equipment made permanent due to been bolted to the ground and does not has the six feet clearance required. Jungle gym is not a permanent structure, but made permanent due to bolted on the ground TRAINING Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-28. View official inspection document (report 1e84c84a-4364-4309-9567-e67ec8631ddb)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium riskStandard 404/28/2025

    40. Outdoor Equipment rule 65C-22.002(11), F.A.C. 62-133(c)(2) (40-03)

    There was no documentation, maintained for one year, that routine inspections were conducted at least every other month of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts. Comments: No bimonthly environmental safety checklist. Last time documented on December 2024 Due: 5/8/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-28. View official inspection document (report 1e84c84a-4364-4309-9567-e67ec8631ddb)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium riskStandard 214/28/2025

    21. Outdoor Play Area rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(1)(4) &(6) (21-06)

    Staff failed to inspect the playground before allowing children on the playground. Comments: Daily playground inspection done, but not documented. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-28. View official inspection document (report 1e84c84a-4364-4309-9567-e67ec8631ddb)

    Not corrected

2024

  1. High riskStandard 4312/5/2024

    43. (43-04)

    All owners or operators responsible for the daily operation of the program must have a Director Credential. This standard is not currently met due to [no director]. Comments: no director on site due to unforeseen situation with previous director. HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 44. Communicable Disease Control rule 65C-22.004(1), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.004(1), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 13 Health Related Requirements, Pages 30-31) Compliance 45. First Aid Requirements rule 65C-22.004(2), F.A.C. 62-132(f) rule 65C-22.004(2), F.A.C. 62-132(f) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 13.4 First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, Pages 31-32) Not Monitored 46. CPR Requirements rule 65C-22.004(2), F.A.C. 62-132(f) rule 65C-22.004(2), F.A.C. 62-132(f) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 13.4 First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, Pages 31-32) Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-05. View official inspection document (report 66f99b09-6eac-483c-b920-b1b01a7cd68c)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium riskStandard 3612/5/2024

    36. (36-02)

    Drinking water was not available to all children. (Section 12.1) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: There was no drinking water available in the four years old classroom for children to refill their cups. 37. Sanitary Diapering rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.3, Diapering, Pages 28-29) Compliance 38. Diaper Disposal rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.3, Diapering, Pages 28-29) Compliance 39. Indoor Equipment rule 65C-22.002(11), F.A.C. 62-133(f) rule 65C-22.002(11), F.A.C. 62-133(f) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 11, Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 26-27) Compliance 40. Outdoor Equipment rule 65C-22.002(11), F.A.C. 62-133(c)(2) rule 65C-22.002(11), F.A.C. 62-133(c)(2) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 11, Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 26-27) Compliance TRAINING 41. Training Requirements ss. 402.305(2) - (3), F.S. & rule 65C-22.003(2) (3), F.A.C. ss. 402.305(2) - (3), F.S. & rule 65C-22.003(2) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 42-44) Not Monitored 42. 10-Hour In-Service rule 65C-22.003(6), F.A.C. 62-133(a)(11) rule 65C-22.003(6), F.A.C. 62-133(a)(11) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 42-44) Not Monitored 43. Credentialed Staff ss.402.305(3), F.S. & rule 65C-22.003(7)-(8), F.A.C. S. & rule 65C-22.003(7)-(8), F.A.C. Noncompliance Due: 6/30/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-05. View official inspection document (report 66f99b09-6eac-483c-b920-b1b01a7cd68c)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium riskStandard 3512/5/2024

    35. (35-14)

    Automatic sanitizing dish machines or Warewashing sinks (3 or 2 compartment plus portable compartment) were not used in the proper series. Comments: after speaking with the cook, it was explained that the sanitizing sink was used for drying clean dishes. Inspector explained the order and proper use of the sinks. 36. Drinking Water Available rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12 Health and Sanitation, Page 28) Noncompliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-05. View official inspection document (report 66f99b09-6eac-483c-b920-b1b01a7cd68c)

    Not corrected
  4. High riskStandard 0512/5/2024

    05. (05-15)

    One or more children were not adequately supervised in that [Four years old classroom children exit the building (to the playground area where there is a water fountain) to refill their water cups unsupervised], which was anticipated as posing a threat to the health, safety or well-being of a child, but the threat was not imminent. Comments: Four years old classroom children exit the building (to the playground area where there is a water fountain) to refill their water cups unsupervised It was observed Three children outside of the classroom and building without adult supervision. This was brought to the teacher attention, and she stood at the door while the children finished the tsk. Inspector spoke w=to the owner and suggested a water jug should be place in the classroom or all children come out with the teacher supervision. 06. Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training rule 65C22.001(6), 65C-22.006(4), F.A.C. 62-138(1) rule 65C22.001(6), 65C-22.006(4), F.A.C. 62-138(1 (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 6 Transportation, Pages 17-19) Not Monitored 07. Vehicle Insurance and Inspection ss. 402.305(10), F.S. & rule 65C-22.001(6) F.A.C. ss. 402.305(10), F.S. & rule 65C-22.001(6) F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 6 Transportation, Pages 17-19) Not Monitored 08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints ss. 402.305(10), F.S. && rule 65C-22.001(6), F.A.C., 62-138(2) ss. 402.305(10), F.S. && rule 65C-22.001(6), F.A.C (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 6 Transportation, Pages 17-19) Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-05. View official inspection document (report 66f99b09-6eac-483c-b920-b1b01a7cd68c)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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25Total Violations
3Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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$922/month

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About this daycare

  • Location: SARASOTA, SARASOTA County
  • Capacity: 111
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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