Happy Home Daycare
NORTH PORT, FL·Family Day Care HomeLicensed
Contact information
CountySARASOTA
Phone9414655957
Operating details
HoursMon 7:30AM to 4:30PM; Tue 7:30AM to 4:30PM; Wed 7:30AM to 4:30PM; Thu 7:30AM to 4:30PM; Fri 7:30AM to 4:30PM
Capacity10
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/31/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High4
- Medium2
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/31/2026
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- Medium-High4
- Medium2
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 313/31/2026
31. Immunization Records rule 65C-20.011(1)(a), F.A.C., 62-179(a) [SR] (31-02)
An up-to-date and age-appropriate immunization record was not in the file for the child(ren). (Section 18.2, number 2) Comments: Inmunization records for one child is expired, the other child record have the wrong form 32. Student Health and Records rule 65C-20.011(1)(b)(c), F.A.C. & s. 402.313, F.S., 62-179(b) [SR] Compliance Due: 4/10/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-31. View official inspection document (report bdf0c5b4-60eb-44cf-a0ad-401f922538b7)
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-Low riskStandard 118/8/2025
11. (11-11)
There was no documentation, maintained for one year, that routine inspections were conducted at least every other month of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts. Comments: No physical environment checklist recorded. Due: 8/29/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-08. View official inspection document (report ff0825f5-f5e8-46e8-b8eb-09b8221f1334)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 118/8/2025
11. (11-16)
The outdoor play area was not inspected by family child care personnel prior to children being allowed on the playground. Comments: Daily playground inspection not recorded for the week. Due: 8/29/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-08. View official inspection document (report ff0825f5-f5e8-46e8-b8eb-09b8221f1334)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 278/8/2025
27. (27-07)
The operator failed to maintain records of emergency preparedness and evacuation drills. (Section 13.3, number 4) Comments: No records of emergency preparedness recorded for the past five months. Facility did not record emergency preparedness drill since opening. Due: 8/29/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-08. View official inspection document (report ff0825f5-f5e8-46e8-b8eb-09b8221f1334)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 318/8/2025
31. Immunization Records rule 65C-20.011(1)(a), F.A.C., 62-179(a) [SR] (31-01)
Neither DH Form 680, Certification of Immunization, nor DH Form 681, Religious Exemption from Immunization, was on file for the child(ren). (Section 18.2, number 2) Comments: Two children did not have the proper immunization record. Due: 8/29/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-08. View official inspection document (report ff0825f5-f5e8-46e8-b8eb-09b8221f1334)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 318/8/2025
31. Immunization Records rule 65C-20.011(1)(a), F.A.C., 62-179(a) [SR] (31-02)
An up-to-date and age-appropriate immunization record was not in the file for the child(ren). (Section 18.2, number 2) Comments: Two children did not have an up to date immunization form. 32. Student Health and Records rule 65C-20.011(1)(b)(c), F.A.C. & s. 402.313, F.S., 62-179(b) [SR] Compliance Due: 8/29/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-08. View official inspection document (report ff0825f5-f5e8-46e8-b8eb-09b8221f1334)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 113/18/2025
11. Outdoor Time and Play Area Requirements rule 65C-20.010(1)(f)-(h), F.A.C., 62-180(f)(4) (11-16)
The outdoor play area was not inspected by family child care personnel prior to children being allowed on the playground. Comments: Playground inspected but not recorded. Provider provided with playground inspection checklist template. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-18. View official inspection document (report 33eab64d-f71f-45db-95f9-572ec0791583)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
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(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,190/month
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About this daycare
- Location: NORTH PORT, SARASOTA County
- Capacity: 10
- Type: Family Day Care Home
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