Living Waters Preschool and Childcare Center
PORT CHARLOTTE, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address12479 Chancellor Blvd, Port Charlotte FL, 33953
CountyCHARLOTTE
Phone9416255167
Operating details
HoursMon 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Tue 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Wed 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Thu 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Fri 7:00AM to 5:30PM
Capacity46
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/30/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High3
- Medium-High6
- Medium14
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
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Location
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12479 Chancellor Blvd, Port Charlotte FL, 33953, PORT CHARLOTTE, FL 33953
Questions to ask on a tour
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- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
- Ask about their security measures, visitor policy, and pickup procedures
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/30/2026
- High3
- Medium-High6
- Medium14
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
2026
- Medium riskStandard 414/30/2026
41. (41-01)
CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-30. View official inspection document (report 71f36933-3878-418d-99f0-16953bdc418d)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 304/30/2026
30. (30-06)
CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Not Applicable Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-30. View official inspection document (report 71f36933-3878-418d-99f0-16953bdc418d)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 304/30/2026
30. (30-13)
CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, J & K Not Applicable 32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-30. View official inspection document (report 71f36933-3878-418d-99f0-16953bdc418d)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 324/30/2026
32. (32-03)
CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-30. View official inspection document (report 71f36933-3878-418d-99f0-16953bdc418d)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 324/30/2026
32. (32-07)
CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Compliance TRAINING 33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-30. View official inspection document (report 71f36933-3878-418d-99f0-16953bdc418d)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 334/30/2026
33. (33-03)
CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-30. View official inspection document (report 71f36933-3878-418d-99f0-16953bdc418d)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 334/30/2026
33. (33-09)
CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 Compliance 34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-30. View official inspection document (report 71f36933-3878-418d-99f0-16953bdc418d)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 344/30/2026
34. (34-04)
CCF Handbook, Section 4.7 Compliance HEALTH REQUIREMENTS Standard Comments During the inspection, the GOC1 monitored the CPR training for 5 employees. Three of the CPR training certificates are valid through January, 2027 and two are valid through February, 2027. 36. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-30. View official inspection document (report 71f36933-3878-418d-99f0-16953bdc418d)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 364/30/2026
36. (36-03)
s. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Compliance 37. First Aid Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-30. View official inspection document (report 71f36933-3878-418d-99f0-16953bdc418d)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 374/30/2026
37. (37-02)
s. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Compliance Standard Comments During the inspection, the operator advised that there is one child that has an epi pen stored in a locked closet in case the child needs it. The epi pen has the prescription label with the name of the child, and it is dated. The operator also provided a consent for treatment letter for the child that is signed by the parent and dated. 40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-30. View official inspection document (report 71f36933-3878-418d-99f0-16953bdc418d)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 404/30/2026
40. (40-15)
CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, G Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-30. View official inspection document (report 71f36933-3878-418d-99f0-16953bdc418d)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 404/30/2026
40. (40-18)
s. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, I Compliance RECORD KEEPING 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-30. View official inspection document (report 71f36933-3878-418d-99f0-16953bdc418d)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 294/30/2026
29. (29-02)
CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 Compliance Standard Comments During the inspection, the operator advised that they do not have infants in care. 30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-30. View official inspection document (report 71f36933-3878-418d-99f0-16953bdc418d)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 414/30/2026
41. (41-02)
CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Compliance 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-30. View official inspection document (report 71f36933-3878-418d-99f0-16953bdc418d)
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 424/30/2026
42. (42-01)
CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C Compliance Standard Comments During the time of the inspection, the operator advised that there are currently 31 children enrolled, 3 of the children are newly enrolled since the last inspection. During the time of the inspection, GOC1 monitored 31 of 31 enrolled childrens files. 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-30. View official inspection document (report 71f36933-3878-418d-99f0-16953bdc418d)
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 434/30/2026
43. (43-02)
CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 Compliance Standard Comments During the time of the inspection, the operator advised that there are 5 employees. During the time of the inspection, the GOC1 monitored 5 of the 5 employee records. 44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-30. View official inspection document (report 71f36933-3878-418d-99f0-16953bdc418d)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 444/30/2026
44. (44-04)
CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Compliance 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-30. View official inspection document (report 71f36933-3878-418d-99f0-16953bdc418d)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 454/30/2026
45. (45-01)
s. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-30. View official inspection document (report 71f36933-3878-418d-99f0-16953bdc418d)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 454/30/2026
45. (45-02)
CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-30. View official inspection document (report 71f36933-3878-418d-99f0-16953bdc418d)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 454/30/2026
45. (45-07)
CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-30. View official inspection document (report 71f36933-3878-418d-99f0-16953bdc418d)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 454/30/2026
45. (45-11)
CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, D, E, and F Compliance 46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-30. View official inspection document (report 71f36933-3878-418d-99f0-16953bdc418d)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 464/30/2026
46. (46-07)
CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A Compliance ENFORCEMENT 47. Access/Child Safety CCF Handbook, Section 8 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-30. View official inspection document (report 71f36933-3878-418d-99f0-16953bdc418d)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 474/30/2026
47. (47-05)
s. 402.311, F.S. Compliance Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments The provider has no additional comments. Counselor Comments Information Updates: Please visit our website at, View official inspection document for information regarding - Child care news/announcements - Florida Statutes, Florida Administrative Codes, Licensing Handbooks, and Classification Summaries - Brochures, fact sheets, publications, reports, forms, and applications Important Contacts: Child Care Training Information Center [CCTIC]: 1-888-FL-CCTIC | 1-888-352-2842 Background Screening Helpdesk: 1-850-300-4247 Florida Abuse Hotline: 1-800-96-ABUSE | 1-800-962-2873 Background Screening Documents Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: The Background Screening Clearinghouse will generate e-mails and send you, the provider, a reminder at 60, 30, and 21 days prior to the retention date expiration. Please note, you will only receive that notification for the staff that are on your facility/home roster. Please keep your roster current in the Clearinghouse to avoid confusion on expiration dates, or unwanted notifications. ***Please ensure that your email in the Clearinghouse is current, as notifications are sent via email. ***** ____________________________________________ Inspected by: Taya Christopher Date: 04/30/2026 ____________________________________________ Received by: Susan Damico Date: 04/30/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-30. View official inspection document (report 71f36933-3878-418d-99f0-16953bdc418d)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 124/30/2026
12. (12-18)
CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I Compliance 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-30. View official inspection document (report 71f36933-3878-418d-99f0-16953bdc418d)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 044/30/2026
04. (04-01)
CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-30. View official inspection document (report 71f36933-3878-418d-99f0-16953bdc418d)
Not corrected
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,121/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 CHARLOTTE, CHARLOTTE County
- Capacity: 46
- Type: Child Care Facility
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