CARTER, SANDRA

FT LAUDERDALE, FLFamily Day Care HomeLicensed

4.1based on state inspection data
Capacity10
HoursMon 6:30AM to 5:30AM; Tue 6:30AM to 5:30AM; Wed 6:30AM to 5:30AM; Thu 6:30AM to 5:30AM; Fri 6:30AM to 5:30AM; Sat 6:30AM to 5:30AM; Sun 6:30AM to 5:30AM
Est. price$1,147/mo

Contact information

Address425 E Evanston Cir, Ft Lauderdale FL, 33312

CityFT LAUDERDALE, FL 33312

CountyBROWARD

Phone9547927860

Operating details

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

Capacity10

Compliance snapshot

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

  • High2
  • Medium-High11
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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425 E Evanston Cir, Ft Lauderdale FL, 33312, FT LAUDERDALE, FL 33312

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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: 5/5/2026

  • High2
  • Medium-High10
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 045/5/2026

    04. (04-04)

    5.6.1, Handbook: All operators must complete a minimum of 10-clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training concentrating on children ages birth through 12 years annually during the operators 12-month licensing period. Operators who do not complete the required annual in-service training during a given licensure year must complete the remaining in-service training hours within 30 days of the noncompliance finding by the licensing authority. These hours cannot be used to meet the current years in-service training requirements. Sec. 7-62(g)(3), Ordinance: As part of the ten hours of annual in-service training required by State Requirements, family child care home personnel assigned to regularly care for infants must take at least four hours of training specifically geared to infant care. The operator did not complete required in-service hours. (Section 2.1(E) Health and Safety, Page 3) Personnel Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the operator did not complete required in-service hours. Technical Assistance: All operators must complete a minimum of 10-clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training concentrating on children ages birth through 12 years annually during the operators 12-month licensing period. 05. Personnel Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-62, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-62, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 5/26/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-05. View official inspection document (report c825295d-74a7-47a9-b958-7907fe30e8be)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 055/5/2026

    05. (05-01)

    Sec. 7-62(i)(1)(a) and (b), Ordinance: Prior to licensing of, or employment in, a family child care home, a statement shall be on file, from a licensed physician or authorized agent of the Florida Department of Health, attesting that all family child care home personnel are physically qualified to care for children. Family child care home personnel must undergo physical examinations at least every two years. Child Care personnel did not have a current health statement on file. Comments: Child Care personnel did not have a current health statement on file. See supplemental page. Technical Assistance: Family child care home personnel must undergo physical examinations at least every two years. Due: 5/26/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-05. View official inspection document (report c825295d-74a7-47a9-b958-7907fe30e8be)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 105/5/2026

    10. (10-03)

    7-63(q)(2), Ordinance: A written and followed plan of scheduled activities must be posted in a conspicuous location, accessible to each parent, at the family child care home. The operators written plan of scheduled activities was not followed. (Section 2.1(E) Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the operators written plan of scheduled activities was not followed. The operators scheduled stated the children would be in morning meeting time. However, the licensing monitor observed the children in the living room watching a movie. Technical Assistance was previously given to the owner regarding the importance of following the written plan and developmentally appropriate activities for children in care. Due: 5/26/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-05. View official inspection document (report c825295d-74a7-47a9-b958-7907fe30e8be)

    Not corrected
  4. High riskStandard 105/5/2026

    10. (10-20)

    Sec. 7-63(i)(1), Ordinance: All rooms in the home occupied by children must have adequate lighting. 7.12(B), Handbook: At all times and appropriate for the activity, lighting in family day care homes must be sufficient enough to allow for safe movement and egress, and permit child care personnel to visually observe and supervise children in care. Lighting in the home was not sufficient. (Section 2.1(E) Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: Lighting in the home was not sufficient. Technical Assistance: All rooms in the home occupied by children must have adequate lighting. At all times and appropriate for the activity, lighting in family day care homes must be sufficient enough to allow for safe movement and egress, and permit child care personnel to visually observe and supervise children in care. 11. Indoor Play Area Group: Secs. 7-3 and 7-63, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Secs. 7-3 and 7-63, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 12. Outdoor Play Area Requirements Group: Sec. 7-63, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-63, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 5/26/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-05. View official inspection document (report c825295d-74a7-47a9-b958-7907fe30e8be)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 335/5/2026

    33. (33-01)

    Sec. 7-68(f), Ordinance: Each childs arrival and departure must be recorded by child care personnel at the time that child enters and departs the family child care home. The attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. (Section 2.1(E) Health and Safety, Page 3) Additional Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed the arrival for the children present was not recorded. Per the provider, the parent dropped the children off and left without signing them in. The licensing monitor advised best practices, create a sign-in sheet policy reminder sign and/or send parent communication. Compliance Comments A passing fire inspection was conducted on 6/13/25. Fire Extinguishers were inspected April 2026. A routine fire drill was conducted during todays inspection. 34. Fire Safety/Emergency Procedures Group: Secs. 7-63 and 7-66, Ordinance, and DCF Handbook Secs. 7-63 and 7-66, Ordinance, and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance NIGHT CARE REQUIREMENTS 35. Night Care Group: Sec. 7-65, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-65, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance LICENSE REQUIREMENTS Compliance Comments Liability Insurance Expires 10/30/26. The providers license expires on 7/6/26. All areas of this report that fail to comply must be corrected by 5/26/26 or the renewal license may be denied. 36. License/Certifications Group: Sec. 7-6, 7-8, 7-13 7-63, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-6, 7-8, 7-13 7-63, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-05. View official inspection document (report c825295d-74a7-47a9-b958-7907fe30e8be)

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-High riskStandard 081/21/2026

    08. Animal Immunizations Group: Sec. 7-63, Ordinance, and DCF Handbook (08-02)

    7.1, Handbook: 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. Documentation of current immunizations must be available for review upon request by the licensing authority. The operator did not have documentation of current vaccination records for the pet observed. General Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the operator did not have documentation of current vaccination records for the pet observed. (See supplemental page) Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-21. View official inspection document (report 1430d0b9-330a-4d8f-aafc-aa633dce1aa1)

    Not corrected
  7. High riskStandard 081/21/2026

    08. Animal Immunizations Group: Sec. 7-63, Ordinance, and DCF Handbook (08-04)

    Sec. 7-63(c), Ordinance: All animals (including pets of the owner of the family child care home), other than a service animal as defined in Section 413.08, Florida Statutes, must be kept separate from the children during the hours of operation of the home. Children shall not be permitted to touch animals without adult supervision. Children shall not be permitted to touch reptiles. Animals were not kept separate from the children. Comments: At the time of inspection, the licensing monitor observed two dogs sitting on the couch while children were playing. The licensing monitor brought this concern to the attention of the operator. The operator immediately separated the dogs from the children's play area bringing this standard into compliance. 09. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Hazardous Items Group: Sec. 7-63, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-21. View official inspection document (report 1430d0b9-330a-4d8f-aafc-aa633dce1aa1)

    Not corrected
  8. Medium riskStandard 121/21/2026

    12. Outdoor Play Area Requirements Group: Sec. 7-63, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (12-04)

    7.6(F) and (G), Handbook: Fencing, including gates, must be continuous, and shall not have opening or gaps larger than 3 1/2 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The bottom or base of the fence must remain at ground level and free from erosion or buildup to prevent inside or outside access by children or animals. The fence, decking and gates must be constructed to discourage climbing. The fence was not in compliance in that [see details below]. General Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the licensing monitor observed the playground fence was not in compliance in that the fence was not continuous. The fence displayed an opening on the left side that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. Per the operator, they are in the process of repairing playground fence. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-21. View official inspection document (report 1430d0b9-330a-4d8f-aafc-aa633dce1aa1)

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 129/3/2025

    12. Outdoor Play Area Requirements Group: Sec. 7-63, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (12-05)

    7.6(A), Handbook: Outdoor play areas shall be clean, in good repair and free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards. Outdoor play areas in the home were not free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards. General Requirements [SR] Comments: There were several tools that were on the playground that needed to be put away. There was a can of paint and other items that needed to be removed from the play area. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-03. View official inspection document (report 7b8f019b-5658-464b-84cf-39c94e7fbacf)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 129/3/2025

    12. Outdoor Play Area Requirements Group: Sec. 7-63, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (12-09)

    7.6(K), Handbook: Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a ground cover or other protective surface under the equipment that provides resilience and is maintained to reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. Equipment used for climbing must not be placed over, or immediately next to hard surfaces not intended for use as surfacing for climbing equipment. All permanent/anchored playground equipment must be placed over a shock absorbing material that is either the unitary or the loose fill type extending beyond the perimeter of the stationary equipment. A resilient surface was not provided beneath and within the fall zone for [see below]. General Requirements [SR] Comments: There was insufficient ground covering around play equipment. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-03. View official inspection document (report 7b8f019b-5658-464b-84cf-39c94e7fbacf)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 125/9/2025

    12. (12-09)

    7.6(K), Handbook: Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a ground cover or other protective surface under the equipment that provides resilience and is maintained to reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. Equipment used for climbing must not be placed over, or immediately next to hard surfaces not intended for use as surfacing for climbing equipment. All permanent/anchored playground equipment must be placed over a shock absorbing material that is either the unitary or the loose fill type extending beyond the perimeter of the stationary equipment. A resilient surface was not provided beneath and within the fall zone for [see below]. (Section 2.1(E) Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: The fall zone under equipment is in need of mulch or other shock absorbent material. 13. Swimming Pools/Water Hazards Group: Sec. 7-63, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-63, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 14. Napping Space/Bedding Group: Sec. 7-64, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-64, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-09. View official inspection document (report 971ff1d4-5be6-4d69-86a8-71a1f0d0b778)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 265/9/2025

    26. (26-04)

    Sec. 7-67(b)(1), Ordinance: Within 15 days after enrollment, the family child care home must obtain for each child in care a current, complete, and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in Rule 65C-22.001(7)(o), Florida Administrative Code, or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in Rule 65C-22.001(7)(p), Florida Administrative Code, from the parent. The Florida Certificate of immunization was expired for children in care. (Section 2.1(E) Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR] Comments: There were 2 students with expired physicals. 27. Accident/Incident Reports Group: Sec. 7-69, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Secs. 7-66, 7-67, and 7-68, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-09. View official inspection document (report 971ff1d4-5be6-4d69-86a8-71a1f0d0b778)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 345/9/2025

    34. (34-05)

    7.11(B), Handbook: The home shall have an operable fire extinguisher with a current certificate. The home did not have an operable fire extinguisher and/or fire extinguisher with a current certificate. (Section 2.1(E) Health and Safety, Page 3) Additional Requirements [SR] Comments: The fire extinguishers were serviced on 3/24. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-09. View official inspection document (report 971ff1d4-5be6-4d69-86a8-71a1f0d0b778)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

14Total Violations
5Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,147/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: FT LAUDERDALE, BROWARD County
  • Capacity: 10
  • Type: Family Day Care Home

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