Horizons Preschool
ENGLEWOOD, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address1362 Manasota Beach Rd, Englewood FL, 34223
CountySARASOTA
Phone9414089020
Operating details
HoursMon 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 7:00AM to 6:00PM
Capacity66
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/2/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High5
- Medium4
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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1362 Manasota Beach Rd, Englewood FL, 34223, ENGLEWOOD, FL 34223
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/2/2026
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- Medium-High5
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2026
- Medium riskStandard 146/2/2026
14. Facility Environment rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , 62-133(c)(4) (14-01)
Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, an accumulation of dust was observed on the fans in classrooms. Due: 6/19/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-02. View official inspection document (report bb46de76-aca8-4547-8608-1165aae4c895)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 146/2/2026
14. Facility Environment rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , 62-133(c)(4) (14-03)
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the frame of the exit door leading to the playground was observed to be ditached. Due: 6/19/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-02. View official inspection document (report bb46de76-aca8-4547-8608-1165aae4c895)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 216/2/2026
21. Outdoor Play Area rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(1)(4) &(6) (21-01)
The facility's outdoor play area contained debris. Physical Environment [SR] Comments: The hallway outside was observed with an accumulation of debris. Dry pine needles and cones pose a potentially hazard to the children. Due: 6/19/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-02. View official inspection document (report bb46de76-aca8-4547-8608-1165aae4c895)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 216/2/2026
21. Outdoor Play Area rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(1)(4) &(6) (21-03)
The facility's outdoor play area was observed to pose a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children due to the presence of hazardous items. Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Picnic table was rusted and needs to be repainted or removed. The jumping tires were damaged and need to be removed or replaced. Stationary climbing playground equipment: the clamps securing the poles were broken or missing. structure was observed to have significant rust in multiple sections and may need to be fix or removed. Small playground: one of the poles was rusted and requires painting or removal. The door to the small playground needs to be repaired. Due: 6/19/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-02. View official inspection document (report bb46de76-aca8-4547-8608-1165aae4c895)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 286/2/2026
28. Toilets and Sinks rule 65C-22.002(6), F.A.C. (28-06)
The facility did not adequately keep the toilet and bath facilities used by the children clean and sanitized or disinfected posing a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Restrooms must be cleaned and sanitized daily or as often as needed to prevent odors. Toilet was stained/dirty. Floor wasnt clean. Inspector entered the facility at 10:30 am and there was a urine smell. From Child Care Facility handbook: 3 Physical EnvironmentChildren are much more susceptible to the adverse effects of environmental factors, materials and toxicants. It is imperative that the child care environment is conducive to the healthy development of children. 3.7 Restrooms and Bath FacilitiesA. Each child care facility must provide and maintain bathroom facilities that are easily accessible, and at a height usable by the children. Platforms may be used if they are safely constructed and have an impervious surface that can be easily cleaned and sanitized. I. Each toilet and sink must be maintained in good operating condition, cleaned and sanitized or disinfected as needed, but at least once per day. Sinks utilized for teethbrushing activities/procedures by the children must be sanitized prior to the activity occurring. 3.11 Indoor Equipment B. Toys, equipment, and furnishings must be safe and maintained in a sanitary condition following a routine schedule of cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting. These items must be cleaned and sanitized or disinfected immediately or prior to another childs use if exposed to bodily fluids, such as saliva. Facilities must have a written routine schedule for cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting equipment, materials, furnishings and play areas. This schedule must include items to be cleaned, sanitized or disinfected on a daily or weekly basis. Daily indoor equipment items include but are not limited to: counter/table tops, toys, drinking fountains, floors, diaper pails, toilets, and sinks. Weekly indoor equipment items include, but are not limited to: linens, machine washable cloth toys, play activity centers, dress-up clothe cribs, mats, and cot. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-02. View official inspection document (report bb46de76-aca8-4547-8608-1165aae4c895)
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 236/3/2025
23. (23-02)
The bedding available was not safe and poses a threat to the health, safety or well-being of a child in care. (Section 12.4, numbers 1 and 2) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Blanket was observed in infant crib. Blanket was removed at time of inspection, and inspector advised the facility to review safe sleep for all staff. 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 2025-06-03. View official inspection document (report f2b5d9d4-8090-498a-b427-54e40959e737)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 576/3/2025
57. (57-01)
A Student Health Examination/DH Form 3040 or equivalent, was not available for the child(ren). (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: One student did not have a physical examination. 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 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) Compliance 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 2025-06-03. View official inspection document (report f2b5d9d4-8090-498a-b427-54e40959e737)
Not corrected
2024
- Medium riskStandard 2112/18/2024
21. (21-06)
Staff failed to inspect the playground before allowing children on the playground. Comments: Playground inspections preformed but not recorded for the month of December 2024. 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 2024-12-18. View official inspection document (report 85652647-388b-4e26-ac63-d4a9f5d81ed8)
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 4012/18/2024
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: Physical environment checklist completed but not recorded. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-18. View official inspection document (report 85652647-388b-4e26-ac63-d4a9f5d81ed8)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 5712/18/2024
57. (57-03)
The Student Health Examination/DH Form 3040 was no longer current (over two years since last examination) for the child(ren). (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: One student had an expired physical. Due: 12/31/2024 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-18. View official inspection document (report 85652647-388b-4e26-ac63-d4a9f5d81ed8)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 5712/18/2024
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: One student had an expired immunization form. 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 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) Compliance 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 2024-12-18. View official inspection document (report 85652647-388b-4e26-ac63-d4a9f5d81ed8)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,065/month
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About this daycare
- Location: ENGLEWOOD, SARASOTA County
- Capacity: 66
- Type: Child Care Facility
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