Gingerbread Manor Child Care Center

ROCKLEDGE, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

1.4based on state inspection data
Capacity45
HoursMon 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Tue 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Wed 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Thu 6:30AM to 5:30AM; Fri 6:30AM to 5:30PM
Est. price$1,024/mo

Contact information

Address985 Eyster Blvd, Rockledge FL, 32955

CityROCKLEDGE, FL 32955

CountyBREVARD

Phone3216359292

Operating details

HoursMon 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Tue 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Wed 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Thu 6:30AM to 5:30AM; Fri 6:30AM to 5:30PM

Capacity45

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 2/11/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High9
  • Medium-High10
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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985 Eyster Blvd, Rockledge FL, 32955, ROCKLEDGE, FL 32955

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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/11/2026

  • High8
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. High riskStandard 402/11/2026

    40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (40-16)

    Medication stored in the food preparation area was not stored in a manner to prevent contamination of food, food contact surfaces, or medication. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, G Health Requirements [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist observed medication (epi-pen) stored in the food preparation area was not stored in a manner to prevent contamination of food, food contact surfaces, or medication.T/A given to the director regarding medication being placed in the refrigerator with no names of the child or medication authorization form. Medication was removed at tome of inspection. Director did state that 2 of the medications belonged to herself. RECORD KEEPING 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Not Monitored 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Not Monitored 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. Not Monitored 44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-11. View official inspection document (report f4a777d8-6d58-494f-8668-15dcbcd998ea)

    Corrected at inspection
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 322/11/2026

    32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (32-03)

    The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [play equipment was broken and the metal (tunnel) play equipment had rust holes which are jagged]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist observed the play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that play equipment was broken and the metal (tunnel) play equipment had rust holes which are jagged (pictures attached).T/A given to director in regards to disposing of this play equipment, due date was given. TRAINING 33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 Not Monitored 34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 Not Monitored HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 Not Monitored 36. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 Not Monitored 37. First Aid Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 Not Monitored 38. Emergency Telephone Numbers CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 Not Monitored 39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 Not Monitored Due: 2/27/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-11. View official inspection document (report f4a777d8-6d58-494f-8668-15dcbcd998ea)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 302/11/2026

    30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (30-07)

    Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist observed items (scissors in 1 year old room) unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface (picture attached).T/A given to director regarding unsafe items being on the changing area, scissors were removed immediately at time of inspection. Compliance Comments Licensing Specialist observed the physical environment log documented on 1/26/26, as outside area being good but facility was sited for outdoor area not safe for children. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-11. View official inspection document (report f4a777d8-6d58-494f-8668-15dcbcd998ea)

    Corrected at inspection
  4. High riskStandard 242/11/2026

    24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (24-18)

    Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist observed on 1/6/26, stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. Food was placed in garbage bags on this day and thrown away.T/A given to the director on the finding of the expired food in both freezers. 25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored 26. Meal and Snack Menus CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3 & Section 7 Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-11. View official inspection document (report f4a777d8-6d58-494f-8668-15dcbcd998ea)

    Corrected at inspection
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 172/11/2026

    17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (17-02)

    The facility's outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist observed the facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children.T/A given to the director regrading the wood fence surrounding the A/C unit outside is broken with exposed nails (picture attached), due date given. 18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 Not Monitored 19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 Not Monitored Due: 2/27/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-11. View official inspection document (report f4a777d8-6d58-494f-8668-15dcbcd998ea)

    Not corrected
  6. Medium riskStandard 142/11/2026

    14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (14-06)

    Screens were not affixed or maintained on all opened doors and windows in the facility. CCF Handbook Section 3.3.2 Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist observed Screens were not affixed or maintained on all opened doors and windows in the facility (picture attached).T/A given to the director for the screen to be replaced in the door going to the outside area, due date was given. 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 Not Monitored Due: 2/27/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-11. View official inspection document (report f4a777d8-6d58-494f-8668-15dcbcd998ea)

    Not corrected
  7. High riskStandard 132/11/2026

    13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (13-04)

    Knives and/or sharp tools were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist observed Knives and/or sharp tools were accessible to children in care. Scissors were present on changing table (picture attached). Licensing Specialist observed on 1/6/26, when children were present the kitchen door being open with knives present in kitchen drawer (picture attached). Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-11. View official inspection document (report f4a777d8-6d58-494f-8668-15dcbcd998ea)

    Corrected at inspection
  8. High riskStandard 132/11/2026

    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 supplies,flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care under the sink in the toddler bathroom.T/A given to the director regarding a lock be placed on the cabinet, the chemicals were removed immediately. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-11. View official inspection document (report f4a777d8-6d58-494f-8668-15dcbcd998ea)

    Corrected at inspection
  9. Medium-High riskStandard 122/11/2026

    12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (12-12)

    A fire hazard, [only 2 working smoke detectors], was observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, B Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist observed the facility to only have 2 working smoke detectors in the facility.T/A given to the director regarding batteries need to be installed, due date was given. Due: 2/27/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-11. View official inspection document (report f4a777d8-6d58-494f-8668-15dcbcd998ea)

    Not corrected
  10. Medium riskStandard 122/11/2026

    12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (12-02)

    An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Licensing specialist observed the flooring strip in the 2 year old classroom to be loose and no longer attached to the floor (picture attached).T/A given to the director regarding this tripping hazard and was given a due date to fix this floor stripping back in place on the floor. Due: 2/27/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-11. View official inspection document (report f4a777d8-6d58-494f-8668-15dcbcd998ea)

    Not corrected
  11. Medium riskStandard 111/20/2026

    11. Child Discipline CCF Handbook, Section 2.8 (11-04)

    A method of discipline was used at the facility that was severe, humiliating or frightening to children in that [the children are hit by the teachers with open hands, beaten with long spoons or other objects, and handled roughly. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, A and s.402.305 (12), F.S. General Requirements [SR] Comments: Video footage observed a method of discipline was used at the facility that was severe, humiliating or frightening to children in that the children are hit by the teachers with open hands, beaten with long spoons or other objects, and handled roughly. Resolved at time of inspection. PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT 12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Not Monitored 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 Not Monitored 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 Not Monitored 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 Not Monitored 16. Indoor Floor Space CCF Handbook, Section 3.4 Not Monitored 17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 Not Monitored 18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 Not Monitored 19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 Not Monitored 20. Crib Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 Not Monitored 21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 Not Monitored 22. Operable Phone CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.1 Not Monitored 23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 Not Monitored FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored 25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored 26. Meal and Snack Menus CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3 & Section 7 Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-20. View official inspection document (report 79fb17dc-307e-437b-8595-795509edef98)

    Corrected at inspection
  12. High riskStandard 471/20/2026

    47. Access/Child Safety CCF Handbook, Section 8 (47-03)

    As a mandated reporter, the owner, operator, employee, volunteer or substitute failed to report suspected child abuse or neglect as required in section 39.201, Florida Statutes. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, B Enforcement [SR] Comments: Video footage observed as a mandated reporter, the owner, operator, employee, volunteer or substitute failed to report suspected child abuse or neglect as required in section 39.201, Florida Statutes. Resolved at time of inspection. Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments No Comments. Counselor Comments Licensing Specialist sent a copy VIA email to provider for signature. ____________________________________________ Inspected by: Lisa Lassabe Date: 01/20/2026 ____________________________________________ Received by: Kia Walker Date: 01/20/2026 Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-20. View official inspection document (report 79fb17dc-307e-437b-8595-795509edef98)

    Corrected at inspection
  13. High riskStandard 041/20/2026

    04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (04-02)

    One or more children were not adequately supervised in that [the children are left unsupervised for long and short periods of time during waking hours each day], which posed an imminent threat to a child, and could or did result in death or serious harm to the health, safety or well-being of a child. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, A, B, D, G, H, and I; 2.4.2; 2.4.3; 2.4.5, D General Requirements [SR] Comments: Video footage observed one or more children were not adequately supervised in that the children are left unsupervised for long and short periods of time during waking hours each day which posed an imminent threat to a child and could or did result in death or serious harm to the health, safety or well-being of a child. Resolved a time of inspection. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-20. View official inspection document (report 79fb17dc-307e-437b-8595-795509edef98)

    Corrected at inspection

2025

  1. Medium riskStandard 3312/3/2025

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-01)

    Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Comments: A staff who started in the childcare industry 4/1/22 did not complete the 40 hours requirement. Technical assistance was given to the Director and the facility has a due date of 1/5/26 to comply. Due: 1/5/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-03. View official inspection document (report 6398de3f-b251-49d2-887b-956e1259ff8c)

    Not corrected
  2. High riskStandard 243/19/2025

    24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (24-09)

    The food preparation area does not have a hand washing station or the hand washing station did not include the following: [A "Hand -washing" sign and a labeled bin for sanitizing. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.7. Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: With three sinks, there must a bin labeled "Sanitize" and the last sink labeled "Handwashing." Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-19. View official inspection document (report eeff1d0d-9184-4f2d-84f7-1edabec920bb)

    Not corrected

2024

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 399/20/2024

    39. (39-03)

    Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: The facility failed to document the incident on the day that it occurred. The director was in the process of typing up the incident report when this Licensing Specialist arrived at the facility. 40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored RECORD KEEPING 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 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) Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-20. View official inspection document (report 9a6d1396-4ebf-4c08-a7fe-f188d3db2076)

    Not corrected
  2. High riskStandard 039/20/2024

    03. Ratio Sufficient CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (03-01)

    A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [7 one year old] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [7 one year old ] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: A ratio of 1 childcare personnel to 7 one year old children were observed at the time of the inspection. Technical assistance was given to the facility and the director removed one of the children and placed him in another classroom to balance out the ratio. Technical assistance was given to the director that the correct ratio should always be maintained. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-20. View official inspection document (report 9a6d1396-4ebf-4c08-a7fe-f188d3db2076)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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23Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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About this daycare

  • Location: ROCKLEDGE, BREVARD County
  • Capacity: 45
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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