Good Shepherd Day School

PUNTA GORDA, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

3.5based on state inspection data
Capacity229
HoursMon 6:30AM to 5:45PM; Tue 6:30AM to 5:45PM; Wed 6:30AM to 5:45PM; Thu 6:30AM to 5:45PM; Fri 6:30AM to 5:45PM
Est. price$922/mo

Contact information

Address401 W Henry St, Punta Gorda FL, 33950

CityPUNTA GORDA, FL 33950

CountyCHARLOTTE

Phone9415752139

Operating details

HoursMon 6:30AM to 5:45PM; Tue 6:30AM to 5:45PM; Wed 6:30AM to 5:45PM; Thu 6:30AM to 5:45PM; Fri 6:30AM to 5:45PM

Capacity229

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 6/5/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High2
  • Medium-High11
  • Medium10
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

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401 W Henry St, Punta Gorda FL, 33950, PUNTA GORDA, FL 33950

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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. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  4. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/5/2026

  • High1
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. High riskStandard 046/5/2026

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

    Children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that [a child was left outside on the playground when the class came inside. the child was found by another parent who notified staff. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, A General Requirements [SR] Comments: Technical assistance provided for outdoor supervision. Staff need to match name to face with each child when in transition from returning indoors. 05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 Not Monitored 06. Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 Not Monitored 08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 Not Monitored 09. Planned Activities CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 Not Monitored 10. Field Trip Permission CCF Handbook, Section 2.7 Not Monitored 11. Child Discipline CCF Handbook, Section 2.8 Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-05. View official inspection document (report 76232b51-4c9b-4cd2-bf78-3b651e726060)

    Corrected at inspection
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 334/16/2026

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: 1 staff needs to complete the 45 hour training. Notify licensing when this is completed. Childcare staff must complete the training within 1 year of their start date and no more than 15 months after date of hire. Technical assistance provided. Date of Hire of staff 8/15/24. Due: 5/31/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-16. View official inspection document (report 0b59acee-b76c-42fa-b45b-cdf6c9000294)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-Low riskStandard 462/6/2026

    46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (46-03)

    Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B Record Keeping [SR] Comments: On February 6, 2026, the Government Operations Consultant observed in the one-year-old classroom, 4 children signed in on the roster and 5 children in the classroom. On February 6, 2026, the Government Operations Consultant observed in the two-year-old classroom, 6 children signed in on the roster and 9 children in the classroom. On February 6, 2026, the Government Operations Consultant observed in the two & three-year -old classroom, 8 children signed in on the roster and 7 children in the classroom. On February 6, 2026, the Government Operations Consultant observed in the three-year-old classroom, 11 children signed in on the roster and 12 children in the classroom. On February 6, 2026, the Government Operations Consultant observed in the four & five-year-old classroom, 9 children signed in on the roster and 8 children in the classroom. ENFORCEMENT Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-06. View official inspection document (report 1efe5295-71d2-4665-a82c-9025b2db76a3)

    Corrected at inspection
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 392/6/2026

    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: On February 3, 2026, an incident occurred in the four-year-old classroom in which a child fell from a teachers arms hitting his head on the hard plastic part of the napping cot. The child sustained bruising around his right eye. Technical assistance was provided to the teacher and the director to ensure that child care personnel document and accident or incident on the day that it occurred. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-06. View official inspection document (report 1efe5295-71d2-4665-a82c-9025b2db76a3)

    Corrected at inspection
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 232/6/2026

    23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (23-25)

    The facility failed to notify the licensing authority of an incident or unusual occurrence that was threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of the children or child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.7 Physical Environment [SR] Comments: On February 3, 2026, an incident occurred in the four-year-old classroom in which a child fell from the teachers arms and hit his head on the hard part of the napping cot. This incident was not reported to the Licensing Authority. Technical assistance was provided to the director to ensure that the licensing authority is notified of all incidents or unusual occurrences that are threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of the children or child care personnel. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-06. View official inspection document (report 1efe5295-71d2-4665-a82c-9025b2db76a3)

    Corrected at inspection
  6. Medium riskStandard 112/6/2026

    11. Child Discipline CCF Handbook, Section 2.8 (11-03)

    Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B General Requirements [SR] Comments: On February 3, 2026, two four-year-old children were running around the classroom. The teacher tried to calm them down by asking them to stop and by trying to redirect them as it was naptime. One of the children calmed down and went to take a nap. The other child would not settle down. The teacher then went to the child and picked him up in a cradle position. The child was squirming as the teacher held him and he fell from her arms onto the corner of the sleeping cot. When the child landed, his head hit the hard part of the cot. Technical assistance was provided to the director and the teacher to ensure that the discipline policy is followed by the staff. 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 Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-06. View official inspection document (report 1efe5295-71d2-4665-a82c-9025b2db76a3)

    Corrected at inspection

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

25Total 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: PUNTA GORDA, CHARLOTTE County
  • Capacity: 229
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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