Genesis Learning Academy Manatee LLC

PALMETTO, FLFamily Day Care HomeLicensed

2.3based on state inspection data
Capacity10
HoursMon 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Tue 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Wed 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Thu 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Fri 6:30AM to 5:30PM
Est. price$1,147/mo

Contact information

CityPALMETTO, FL 34221

CountyMANATEE

Phone9417237358

Operating details

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

Capacity10

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 6/8/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High2
  • Medium-High1
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

Daycare Location

This daycare is located in PALMETTO, FL (34221).

Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  2. This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away
  3. For a home-based program, ask which areas of the home children use and who else is present during care hours
  4. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/8/2026

  • High2
  • Medium-High1
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. High riskStandard 066/8/2026

    06. (06-01)

    Required background screening was missing for [ a volunteer, an adult or household members]. 402.313(3) F.S. and FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Staffing Requirements [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a level 2 Background screening that stated DCF Childcare eligible was missing for 1 household member/volunteer. The Operator has been given until 6/18/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, 402.313(3) F.S. (3) Child care personnel in family day care homes shall be subject to the applicable screening provisions contained in ss. 402.305(2) and 402.3055. For purposes of screening in family day care homes, the term includes any member over the age of 12 years of a family day care home operators family, or persons over the age of 12 years residing with the operator in the family day care home. Members of the operators family, or persons residing with the operator, who are between the ages of 12 years and 18 years shall not be required to be fingerprinted, but shall be screened for delinquency records. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-08. View official inspection document (report 323a6cde-6fab-41fd-affd-42d1341891d2)

    Not corrected
  2. High riskStandard 076/8/2026

    07. (07-11)

    Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) Staffing Requirements [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 1 childcare personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. The Operator has been given until 7/8/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Handbook: Section 3.1: Preservice: Childcare personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section, as applicable. All childcare personnel must complete these preservice training requirements within 90 days of initial employment with any School Readiness provider. This timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another School Readiness provider within this initial 90 days. Personnel who have not completed all preservice training requirements are not allowed any unsupervised contact with or care of children in a School Readiness program. 08. Supervision FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 6 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 09. Animal Vaccinations FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.1 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 6/8/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-08. View official inspection document (report 323a6cde-6fab-41fd-affd-42d1341891d2)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 096/8/2026

    09. (09-02)

    The pet was not immunized though vaccinations are available for this type of animal. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the facility did not have current vaccination records for the pet observed. Vaccinations are available for this type of animal. Vaccination expired 5/31/2026. This standard has been brought back into compliance in that the pet was removed from the home during the inspection. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.1 Animal Vaccinations: Animals, pets or fowl must be properly vaccinated, if vaccinations are available for the type of animal, pet or fowl; and be free from disease. Animals that are poisonous, aggressive, venomous, or pose a potential threat of harm to children in care are prohibited. Custodial parents or legal guardian must be informed in writing of all animals on the premises of the home. Such information may be provided by way of a parent flyer, a notification statement, or a statement included in the childs enrollment form. Documentation of current immunizations must be available for review upon request by the licensing authority. 10. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Hazardous FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.2 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 11. Smoking on Premise FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.3 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 12. Firearms and Weapons FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.4 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 13. Indoor Play Areas FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.5 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 6/8/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-08. View official inspection document (report 323a6cde-6fab-41fd-affd-42d1341891d2)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has few recorded violations. Always visit in person to verify conditions.

3Total Violations
3Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

Parent Recommendations

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,147/month

This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.

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: PALMETTO, MANATEE County
  • Capacity: 10
  • Type: Family Day Care Home

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