Imagine Schools Palmer Ranch

SARASOTA, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.4based on state inspection data
Capacity167
HoursMon 7:30AM to 6:00PM; Tue 7:30AM to 6:00PM; Wed 7:30AM to 6:00PM; Thu 7:30AM to 6:00PM; Fri 7:30AM to 6:00PM
Est. price$1,009/mo

Contact information

Address6220 McIntosh Rd, Sarasota FL, 34238

CitySARASOTA, FL 34238

CountySARASOTA

Phone9419231125

Operating details

HoursMon 7:30AM to 6:00PM; Tue 7:30AM to 6:00PM; Wed 7:30AM to 6:00PM; Thu 7:30AM to 6:00PM; Fri 7:30AM to 6:00PM

Capacity167

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 11/18/2024 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High2
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

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6220 McIntosh Rd, Sarasota FL, 34238, SARASOTA, FL 34238

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  1. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  2. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
  3. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
  4. Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 11/18/2024

  • High2
  • Medium-High1
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2024

  1. Medium riskStandard 2111/18/2024

    21. (21-06)

    Staff failed to inspect the playground before allowing children on the playground. Comments: Completed at the time of inspection 22. Fencing rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(3) rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(3) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.8 Fencing, Pages 25-26) Compliance 23. Individual Bedding rule 65C-22.002(5), 65C-22.002(10), 65C-22.008(3), F.A.C, rule 65C-22.002(5), 65C-22.002(10), 65C-22.008(3), (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.4 Bedding and Linens, Page 29) Compliance 24. Bedding and Linens rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. 62-133(e)(6) rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. 62-133(e)(6) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.4 Bedding and Linens, Page 29) Compliance 25. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements rule 65C-22.002(5), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(5), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.4 Nap and Sleep Space(s)/Safe Sleep Practices, Page 24) Compliance 26. Exit Area Clear rule 65C-22.002(5) and (7), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(5) and (7), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.5 Exit Area, Page 25) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-18. View official inspection document (report 074be878-1b5d-4929-bdee-a2faf266355a)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-Low riskStandard 4011/18/2024

    40. (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 documentation of environmental safety checklist since August 2024. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-18. View official inspection document (report 074be878-1b5d-4929-bdee-a2faf266355a)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium riskStandard 4111/18/2024

    41. (41-08)

    The facility did not have documentation, training transcript, of the required training. (Section 18.4) Training [SR] Comments: SR training not on transcript on file. 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) Compliance 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. Compliance 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) Compliance 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) Compliance 47. Emergency Telephone Numbers rule 65C-22.004(2), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.004(2), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 15 Emergency Procedures and Notification, Pages 34-35) Compliance 48. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation rule 65C-22.004(2), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.004(2), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 15 Emergency Procedures and Notification, Page 35) Compliance 49. Medication rule 65C-22.004(3),F.A.C. 62-133(e)(5) rule 65C-22.004(3),F.A.C. 62-133(e)(5) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 16 Medication, Pages 35-36) Compliance FOOD AND NUTRITION 50. Meals and Snacks rule 65C-22.005(1), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.005(1), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 17 Food and Nutrition Services, Pages 36-42) Not Applicable Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-18. View official inspection document (report 074be878-1b5d-4929-bdee-a2faf266355a)

    Not corrected
  4. High riskStandard 5711/18/2024

    57. (57-07)

    The immunization record was incomplete for the child(ren). The record did not document signature of a physician, dates immunizations were administered, or the expiration date. (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Two children immunization form does not have expiration date and are missing immunization (there are blank spaces) 58. Enrollment Information on File/Current ss. 402.3125(5), 402.305(12), F.S. & rule 65C-22.006(3), F.A.C. ss. 402.3125(5), 402.305(12), F.S. & rule 65C-22.0 (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.2 record Keeping/Childrens Files, Page 47) Compliance 59. Personnel Records ss. 402.3055(1), F.S., rule 65C-22.003(4), & rule 65C22.006(4) - (5), F.A.C. ss. 402.3055(1), F.S., rule 65C-22.003(4), & rule (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.4 Record Keeping/Personnel Records, Page 48) Compliance Not Monitored Comments AHCA server is down for maintenance at the time of inspection. 60. Background Screening Documents ss. 402.3054, F.S. & rule 65C-22.006(4), F.A.C. ss. 402.3054, F.S. & rule 65C-22.006(4), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.5 Record Keeping/Background Screening, Page 49) Not Monitored 61. Daily Attendance rule 65C-22.001(10) & rule 65C-22.006(5), F.A.C. 62-136(d)(2) rule 65C-22.001(10) & rule 65C-22.006(5), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.3 Record Keeping/Attendance, Page 48) Compliance 62. Emergency Plan/Posted rule 65C-22.002(7), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(7), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14.2 Fire Safety, Pages 33-34) Compliance ENFORCEMENT 63. Access/Child Abuse or Neglect/Misrepresentation ss. 402.311, 402.319, F.S. & rule 65C-22.001(9),(11), F.A.C. ss. 402.311, 402.319, F.S. & rule 65C-22.001(9),(1 (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 20 Access and Section 21 Child Safety, Page 50) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-18. View official inspection document (report 074be878-1b5d-4929-bdee-a2faf266355a)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 239/11/2024

    23. Individual Bedding rule 65C-22.002(5), 65C-22.002(10), 65C-22.008(3), F.A.C, (23-02)

    The bedding available was not safe and poses a threat to the health, safety or well-being of a child in care. Physical Environment [SR] Comments: two infants were in the playpen napping covered with a blanket. Inspector removed the blankets. Infants' teacher must re-trained on safe sleep. From Childcare facility handbook. 3.6.4 Safe Sleep A. All personnel that care for infants must follow safe sleep practices as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) as referenced in Caring for Our Children Basics Health and Safety Foundations for Early Care and Education, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(v), F.A.C. Cribs or playpens/play yards used for infants must have tight fitted sheets and no excess bedding, which includes but is not limited to: bumper pads, hanging mobiles, quilts, comforters, receiving blankets, pillows, stuffed animals and cushions. C. Children must not be placed in the cribs, playpens, play yards or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-11. View official inspection document (report 7d04edea-8a3c-40f8-a00c-5462e248ba97)

    Not corrected
  6. High riskStandard 579/11/2024

    57. (57-07)

    The immunization record was incomplete for the child(ren). The record did not document signature of a physician, dates immunizations were administered, or the expiration date. Record Keeping [SR] Comments: five children records had incomplete. immunization certification . Per handbook 7.1 Immunization Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C- 22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local county health department. Specific immunization requirements are included and detailed in the most current edition of the Immunization Guidelines-Florida Schools, Child Care Facilities and Family Day Care Homes as promulgated by the Florida Department of Health. 58. Enrollment Information on File/Current ss. 402.3125(5), 402.305(12), F.S. & rule 65C-22.006(3), F.A.C. Compliance 59. Personnel Records ss. 402.3055(1), F.S., rule 65C-22.003(4), & rule 65C22.006(4) - (5), F.A.C. Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-11. View official inspection document (report 7d04edea-8a3c-40f8-a00c-5462e248ba97)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

12Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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$1,009/month

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About this daycare

  • Location: SARASOTA, SARASOTA County
  • Capacity: 167
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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