La Petite Academy, Inc.

PORT ST LUCIE, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.5based on state inspection data
Capacity145
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

Address410 SW Bethany Dr, Port St Lucie FL, 34986

CityPORT ST LUCIE, FL 34986

CountySAINT LUCIE

Phone7728789922

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

Capacity145

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 3/16/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High3
  • Medium-High6
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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410 SW Bethany Dr, Port St Lucie FL, 34986, PORT ST LUCIE, FL 34986

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  1. This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
  2. Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
  3. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  4. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/16/2026

  • High2
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 413/16/2026

    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: Several documents have expired. See supplemental. 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 4/16/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-16. View official inspection document (report d5668067-68fa-4a08-8c23-960831325e2a)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 423/16/2026

    42. (42-01)

    Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Several children did not have the required document -see supplemental. 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 Due: 4/16/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-16. View official inspection document (report d5668067-68fa-4a08-8c23-960831325e2a)

    Not corrected

2025

  1. High riskStandard 4512/18/2025

    45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-07)

    Background screening was not completed: [ every five years after the initial screening.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Staff did not have their 5-year rescreening done - see supplement. Due: 1/2/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-18. View official inspection document (report 035e603e-8e2e-4cb2-b070-646cc365cc82)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 396/12/2025

    39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 (39-03)

    Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A Health Requirements [SR] Comments: An Incident report was completed at the time of this inspection. 40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 Not Monitored 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 46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 Not Monitored ENFORCEMENT Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-12. View official inspection document (report 6dde48e5-e668-4660-82f6-3528b6a89515)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 114/23/2025

    11. Child Discipline CCF Handbook, Section 2.8 CCF Handbook, Section 2.8 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (11-06)

    A form of discipline used by child care personnel included the use of spanking or other form of physical punishment. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, F.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: The facility has teacher bit a child in her left arm causing biting mark injury. The facility terminated the teacher. F. The following discipline techniques shall be prohibited in the child care facility: 1. The use of corporal punishment/including, but not limited to: a) Hitting, spanking, shaking, slapping, twisting, pulling, squeezing, or biting; PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT 12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 16. Indoor Floor Space CCF Handbook, Section 3.4 CCF Handbook, Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 20. Crib Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 22. Operable Phone CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.1 CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-23. View official inspection document (report d23a2197-719a-4a70-afce-2b43ddc63b94)

    Not corrected
  4. High riskStandard 041/10/2025

    04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (04-01)

    Supervision of children in the [12] group was inadequate in that [2]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: The facility has 2 child care personnel and 12 children ratio in a group of one years old. The facility fails to supervisor the children, as a result another child grabbed victim child and bit him on the face causing them both to fall against cabinet on the floor. The victim child hit his head on the cabinet. The facility removes the cabinet from the classroom. 05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 06. Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-10. View official inspection document (report a42e5164-0435-4665-96b5-0bf2a2de265f)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

10Total Violations
2Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$922/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: PORT ST LUCIE, SAINT LUCIE County
  • Capacity: 145
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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