New Discoveries Learning Center LLC

MERRITT ISLAND, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.5based on state inspection data
Capacity114
HoursMon 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:30AM to 6:00PM
Est. price$922/mo

Contact information

Address332 Tangerine Ave, Merritt Island FL, 32953

CityMERRITT ISLAND, FL 32953

CountyBREVARD

Phone3214527300

Operating details

HoursMon 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:30AM to 6:00PM

Capacity114

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 3/23/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High3
  • Medium-High6
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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332 Tangerine Ave, Merritt Island FL, 32953, MERRITT ISLAND, FL 32953

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  1. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  2. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  3. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
  4. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/23/2026

  • High3
  • Medium-High6
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 173/23/2026

    17. (17-06)

    The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Technical assistance was given to the Director to repair or replace the fence where the gap is. Due: 4/2/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-23. View official inspection document (report 3dcd240b-8b7b-426e-b1d2-f9cdbad42565)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 303/23/2026

    30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: A bowl of applesauce, a toys and other items were observed on the changing table. Technical assistance was given was given to the staff and she removed the items at the time of the inspection. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-23. View official inspection document (report 3dcd240b-8b7b-426e-b1d2-f9cdbad42565)

    Corrected at inspection
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 413/23/2026

    41. (41-01)

    Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Two of the ten children records reviewed were missing updated physicals and two were missing updated immunizations or exemptions. 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 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 Due: 4/23/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-23. View official inspection document (report 3dcd240b-8b7b-426e-b1d2-f9cdbad42565)

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 324/21/2025

    32. (32-04)

    Inspections were not conducted and documented monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: No inspection was conducted and documented of the playground for March 2025. Technical assistance was given to the staff in charge and the facility has a due date of 5/22/25 to conduct and document and email proof of such to the Department. TRAINING Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-21. View official inspection document (report 5168cd01-b64f-415d-a9fd-0976068b13b1)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 334/21/2025

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-06)

    The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: A staff who started in childcare 2/16/24 did not complete the five-hour early literacy course. Technical assistance was given to the staff in charge and the facility has a due date of 5/22/25 to comply and email proof to the Department. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-21. View official inspection document (report 5168cd01-b64f-415d-a9fd-0976068b13b1)

    Not corrected
  3. High riskStandard 444/21/2025

    44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (44-04)

    The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Fours staff did not have current Abuse and Neglect Reporting form. Technical assistance was given to the staff in charge and the staff signed the forms at the time of the inspection. Compliance Comments All staff files were reviewed and updated in CARES. 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-21. View official inspection document (report 5168cd01-b64f-415d-a9fd-0976068b13b1)

    Not corrected

2024

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 2312/10/2024

    23. (23-12)

    Child care personnel failed to possess a current attendance record and parent contact information during a fire drill, emergency preparedness drill or an actual emergency. CCF Handbook Section 3.8.4, C and 3.8.5, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: A Childcare personnel failed to possess a current attendance record and parent contact information during the fire drill. Technical assistance was given to the director and she retrieved the attendance record for Licensing Specialist review at the time of the inspection. FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-10. View official inspection document (report a94eedd4-7f4e-4c2c-94c9-ab5bc9256189)

    Not corrected
  2. High riskStandard 2412/10/2024

    24. (24-13)

    Child care personnel working in the food preparation area did not wear proper head covering. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: A staff was observed preparing food and she was not wearing any head covering. Technical assistance was given to the staff and she put on a hairnet at the time of the inspection. Technical assistance was given to the facility that staff preparing food should always have head covering on. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-10. View official inspection document (report a94eedd4-7f4e-4c2c-94c9-ab5bc9256189)

    Not corrected
  3. High riskStandard 3712/10/2024

    37. (37-04)

    First aid kit did not accompany child care personnel on a field trip, on an activity away from the facility, or while transporting children. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: The two vehicles utilized in transporting the children were inspected and no first aid kit were in any of the vehicles. Technical assistance was given to the director and the facility had a due date of 12/20/24 to comply. 38. Emergency Telephone Numbers CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-10. View official inspection document (report a94eedd4-7f4e-4c2c-94c9-ab5bc9256189)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

9Total Violations
3Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$922/month

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About this daycare

  • Location: MERRITT ISLAND, BREVARD County
  • Capacity: 114
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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