May Sands Montessori School, Inc

KEY WEST, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

2.9based on state inspection data
Capacity50
HoursMon 7:45AM to 5:30PM; Tue 7:45AM to 5:30PM; Wed 7:45AM to 5:30PM; Thu 7:45AM to 5:30PM; Fri 7:45AM to 5:30PM
Est. price$1,065/mo

Contact information

Address1400 United St Ste 110, Key West FL, 33040

CityKEY WEST, FL 33040

CountyMONROE

Phone3052931400

Operating details

HoursMon 7:45AM to 5:30PM; Tue 7:45AM to 5:30PM; Wed 7:45AM to 5:30PM; Thu 7:45AM to 5:30PM; Fri 7:45AM to 5:30PM

Capacity50

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 3/13/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High3
  • Medium-High6
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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1400 United St Ste 110, Key West FL, 33040, KEY WEST, FL 33040

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  1. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  2. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  3. This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled
  4. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/13/2026

  • High3
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. High riskStandard 133/13/2026

    13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (13-03)

    Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Licensing specialist observed cleaning supply cabinet unlocked and accessible to children. T.A. All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, and other potentially dangerous hazards, must be stored in a locked area or must be inaccessible and out of a childs reach at all times. Due: 3/27/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report 4cc5575d-7873-458b-a125-2db343f34041)

    Not corrected
  2. High riskStandard 293/13/2026

    29. Health and Sanitation CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 (29-16)

    Hand hygiene procedures, including situations or times, were not posted in food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: Licensing specialist observed handwashing procedures not posted in the bathroom. Fixed at the time of inspection when staff printed handwashing procedure sign to place in restroom. T.A. Situations or times that children, child care personnel, and/or volunteers must perform hand hygiene must be posted in all food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. Not Applicable Comments No children in diapers Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report 4cc5575d-7873-458b-a125-2db343f34041)

    Corrected at inspection

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 4110/17/2025

    41. (41-02)

    The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Licensing specialist observed expired immunization. Please see supplemental for more details. T.A. 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 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments 11 of 23 childrens enrollment/health records were reviewed for compliance. Files reviewed: 3 year olds and VPK 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments All 6 child care personnel records in the system were reviewed of which 6 were updated for compliance. 1 new personnel were hired since the last inspection as per the director and 2 removed. Due: 11/17/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-17. View official inspection document (report 59537487-56b2-4773-8816-043091c16d6e)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium riskStandard 283/28/2025

    28. Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (28-02)

    Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: Licensing specialist observed several bottles without first and last names. T.A. Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily. SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-28. View official inspection document (report cae9ee26-3797-4f64-9b27-131354d232fc)

    Not corrected
  3. High riskStandard 293/28/2025

    29. Health and Sanitation CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 (29-16)

    Hand hygiene procedures, including situations or times, were not posted in food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: Licensing specialist observed no hand washing procedures posted on outside sink. T.A Child care personnel and children must wash their hands thoroughly with soap and running water, dry, and follow personal hygiene procedures for themselves and while assisting others. Examples of activities when handwashing is required include but are not limited to: before and after eating, immediately following outdoor play, after toileting, following the use of any cleaners or toxic chemicals, before and after administering medication, and during food preparation and snack distribution. A. Child care personnel and children must follow the Centers for Disease Control guidelines for handwashing incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(u), F.A.C. Not Applicable Comments No children in diapers per provider. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-28. View official inspection document (report cae9ee26-3797-4f64-9b27-131354d232fc)

    Not corrected

2024

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 4110/29/2024

    41. (41-02)

    The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Licensing specialist observed expired and missing immunization form, Please see supplemental for more details. T.A. 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. 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 11/29/2024 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-29. View official inspection document (report 045f0e0d-fc29-46ff-a02f-eef5486d2a4b)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 4210/29/2024

    42. (42-02)

    The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Licensing specialist observed the Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that It was not current. T.A. The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Examination form are included in the health examination. Compliance Comments 9 of 25 childrens enrollment/health records were reviewed for compliance. Files reviewed: Prek3 and VPK 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments All 7 child care personnel records in the system were reviewed of which 7 were updated for compliance. 6 new personnel were hired since the last inspection as per the director. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-29. View official inspection document (report 045f0e0d-fc29-46ff-a02f-eef5486d2a4b)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

11Total Violations
2Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,065/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: KEY WEST, MONROE County
  • Capacity: 50
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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