ELBRIDGE GALE ELEMENTARY
WELLINGTON, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address1915 Royal Fern Dr, Wellington FL, 33414
CountyPALM BEACH
Phone5614348720
Operating details
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 2/20/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High10
- Medium1
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
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Location
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1915 Royal Fern Dr, Wellington FL, 33414, WELLINGTON, FL 33414
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/20/2026
- High0
- Medium-High9
- Medium1
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- Medium riskStandard 182/20/2026
18. (18-04)
: The Department monitored nap time, the sleeping cots are 18 inches apart. There were no children sleeping against any furniture. Due: 8/10/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-20. View official inspection document (report 14cd561d-986f-41d8-9027-1eefdce7c4fe)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 222/20/2026
22. (22-02)
The program facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. (Section 14.2, number 1) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: No current Annual Fire Inspection, there are 3 non serious violations. One of the violations will be monitored on 6/30/2026. The following two violations will be monitored on 6/30/2027. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-20. View official inspection document (report 14cd561d-986f-41d8-9027-1eefdce7c4fe)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 131/29/2026
13. (13-03)
The programs storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. (Section 10, number 4) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Observed in VPK C at lower part of cabinet was unlocked which contained item such as Saline solution for sensitive eyes/Multi-Purpose Solution and 3 bottles of shaving cream and spray container of Santa Snow Nieve. The Teacher locked the cabinet during the time of inspection. 14. Lighting, Temperature and Ventilation Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 21-25) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-29. View official inspection document (report dd887373-d70e-44ec-86da-e32166fc0e3b)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 181/29/2026
18. (18-04)
The nap/sleep space was under furniture or against furniture that created a hazard. (Section 10.4, number 4) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Observed VPK C classroom, The sleeping cots were stored in between furniture such as bookshelves/ kitchen set / against tables / under large computer screen. Please be advised the napping requirement must be 18 inches apart. 19. Crib Requirements (when infants are in care) (Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 10.4 Nap and Sleep Space(s)/Safe Sleep Practices, Pages 23-24) Not Applicable Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-29. View official inspection document (report dd887373-d70e-44ec-86da-e32166fc0e3b)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 221/29/2026
22. (22-02)
The program facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. (Section 14.2, number 1) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: The Annual Fire Inspection that is provided has 3 pending violations in which there is a due date for 6/30/2026-27. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-29. View official inspection document (report dd887373-d70e-44ec-86da-e32166fc0e3b)
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 135/16/2025
13. (13-03)
: Observed classroom VPK B and C the classroom cabinet were either locked or had child safety lock. Also the kitchen door that is conjoined between VPK C and B was inaccessible, the children did not have access. Also the wipes were removed from the restroom. Due: 5/30/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-16. View official inspection document (report 2f4cbbae-15bd-4230-b3cd-f88431aee3bc)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 225/16/2025
22. (22-05)
During the programs contract year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [Fire drill was not conducted monthly]. (Section 14.3, number 1) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: The school secretary could not provide proof of 10 fire drills. The school only completed 6. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-16. View official inspection document (report 2f4cbbae-15bd-4230-b3cd-f88431aee3bc)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 365/16/2025
36. (36-01)
: Current immunization was provided for the one child (LV). Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-16. View official inspection document (report 2f4cbbae-15bd-4230-b3cd-f88431aee3bc)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 134/9/2025
13. (13-03)
The programs storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. (Section 10, number 4) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Observed in all VPK C cleaning supplies such as Disinfectant cleaner RCT Spray was stored above the handwashing sink in an unlocked cabinet Also The conjoined classroom between VPK B and C the kitchen door is unlocked which gives children access and Lysol Disinfectant wipes . In VPK A disinfectant wipes are stored above the counter in unlocked cabinet. Also please be advise to removed the baby wipes stored in all 3 of the children restrooms. 14. Lighting, Temperature and Ventilation Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 21-25) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-09. View official inspection document (report 01a8b60e-7f4b-4371-b36c-4c1a2401f76d)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 224/9/2025
22. (22-05)
During the programs contract year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [November/ December]. (Section 14.3, number 1) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Only 7 fire drill was conducted throughout the year. There was no fire drill for the month of November/ December. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-09. View official inspection document (report 01a8b60e-7f4b-4371-b36c-4c1a2401f76d)
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 364/9/2025
36. (36-01)
Child records or copies of records, including enrollment information, were not being maintained at the program and available for review by the inspection authority. (Section 19.2, numbers 1 and 2) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: The child (LV) immunization is expired. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-09. View official inspection document (report 01a8b60e-7f4b-4371-b36c-4c1a2401f76d)
Not corrected
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
$966/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: WELLINGTON, PALM BEACH County
- Type: Child Care Facility
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