Prodigy ELC at Wellen Park
VENICE, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address11511 Mezzo Dr, Venice FL, 34293
CityVENICE, FL 34293
CountySARASOTA
Phone9543631248
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
Capacity231
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 7/7/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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Location
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11511 Mezzo Dr, Venice FL, 34293, VENICE, FL 34293
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: 7/7/2025
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2025
- Medium riskStandard 257/7/2025
25. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements rule 65C-22.002(5), F.A.C. (25-01)
A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. Comments: Two children did not have a separation of 18. Cot was moved at the time of inspection. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-07. View official inspection document (report b0eacfb9-52d2-46bc-8fe4-735082f39c45)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 337/7/2025
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: No fire drill recorded for the month of June. Facility performed additional fire drill for the month of July. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-07. View official inspection document (report b0eacfb9-52d2-46bc-8fe4-735082f39c45)
Corrected at inspection
2024
- Medium riskStandard 3712/17/2024
37. Sanitary Diapering rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. (37-01)
Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. Comments: Items unrelated to diapering were on the diaper changing table. Items were moved at the time of inspection. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-17. View official inspection document (report d0b2152c-c5f7-4fae-bef0-c371ea635f48)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has few recorded violations. Always visit in person to verify conditions.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,009/month
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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: VENICE, SARASOTA County
- Capacity: 231
- Type: Child Care Facility
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