Church of the Palms Early Childhood Center
SARASOTA, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address3224 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota FL, 34239
CountySARASOTA
Phone9419217892
Operating details
HoursMon 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Tue 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Wed 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Thu 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Fri 7:30AM to 5:30PM
Capacity155
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 12/16/2024 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High5
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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3224 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota FL, 34239, SARASOTA, FL 34239
Questions to ask on a tour
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- This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 12/16/2024
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- Medium-High2
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- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2024
- Medium-High riskStandard 3312/16/2024
33. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness rule 65C-22.002(7) F.A.C. (33-02)
A written record of fire drills was not completed and/or did not include one drill during napping/sleeping times, one drill using alternate evacuation routes, or one in the presence of the licensing authority. Comments: Latest fire drill (November) done not recorded. Due: 1/17/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-16. View official inspection document (report 624a63e4-dd35-43e7-8ddd-cd3c04a28191)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 3312/16/2024
33. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness rule 65C-22.002(7) F.A.C. (33-09)
The facility operator had a fire safety inspection by the local fire authority that was not approved. The inspection reflects outstanding fire safety violations. Comments: Facility did not pass fire Marshall inspection due to issues with the fire alarm company cant correct until January 2025. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-16. View official inspection document (report 624a63e4-dd35-43e7-8ddd-cd3c04a28191)
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
$1,009/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: SARASOTA, SARASOTA County
- Capacity: 155
- Type: Child Care Facility
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