Wee World Child Development Center
PALMETTO, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address1020 4th St W, Palmetto FL, 34221
CountyMANATEE
Phone9417220810
Operating details
HoursMon 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 7:00AM to 6:00PM
Capacity150
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/29/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High9
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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1020 4th St W, Palmetto FL, 34221, PALMETTO, FL 34221
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/29/2026
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2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 124/29/2026
12. (12-02)
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed an area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair in that in room 104, to the right of the window on the right side of the classroom, close to the floor the wall was peeling. In rooms 101 and 104, the bucket seats were missing buckles. Two seats in room 104 were missing buckles, and four seats were missing buckles. The Operator has been given until 5/30/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 A: General Health and Safety Requirements A. All childcare facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 5/30/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-29. View official inspection document (report 23dd6f36-408d-4173-b3e2-55a65c7736f5)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 304/29/2026
30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (30-07)
Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed items unrelated to diaper changing were stored under the diaper changing table, in room 104 there were lanterns under the diaper changing table, and in room 101 there were empty buckets under the changing table. The staff member informed the Licensing Specialist that the buckets were used for the childrens bedding. This standard has been brought back into compliance in that the staff members removed the items from the diapering area. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G. Diapering Requirements: G: Items unrelated to diaper changing shall not be stored in the diaper changing area nor shall they be placed on the diaper changing table. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-29. View official inspection document (report 23dd6f36-408d-4173-b3e2-55a65c7736f5)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 324/29/2026
32. (32-03)
The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [large jungle gym and the ship]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that on the large jungle gym and the ship, the left railings closest to the facility were peeling and chipping. This standard has been brought back into compliance in that a staff member repair the railings during the inspection. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B Outdoor Equipment B. All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and moving parts. Documentation of maintenance inspections must be maintained for 12 months. TRAINING Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-29. View official inspection document (report 23dd6f36-408d-4173-b3e2-55a65c7736f5)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 334/29/2026
33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-05)
The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome, the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the facility did not have documented proof that all childcare personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in in safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome, the use of fire extinguishers. Three staff members were missing Fire Extinguisher Training. Five staff members were missing Safe Sleep Training. The Operator has been given until 5/30/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 Safe Sleep/ Shaken Baby Syndrome Training: All child care personnel who work in a facility that offers care to infants must have training regarding guidance on safe sleep practices, preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; recognition of signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with crying, fussing, or distraught child and the development and vulnerabilities of the brain in infancy in early childhood within 30 days of hire at the facility. For childcare personnel to satisfy this requirement the training must be accomplished through one of following methods: Departments Health Safety and Nutrition course, Safe Sleep course, or the Early Learning Floridas Safe Sleep Practices. Documentation of training must be maintained on the Departments training transcript in the childcare personnel record. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.5 Fire Extinguisher Training: All childcare personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. The facility must maintain documentation that all childcare personnel have completed training. Due: 5/30/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-29. View official inspection document (report 23dd6f36-408d-4173-b3e2-55a65c7736f5)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 334/29/2026
33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-07)
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) [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 3 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 5/30/2026 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. HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 34. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 5/30/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-29. View official inspection document (report 23dd6f36-408d-4173-b3e2-55a65c7736f5)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 344/29/2026
34. (34-11)
The facility did not have a written exposure plan regarding safety precautions for exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the facility does not have documentation for 2 childcare personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. The Operator has been given until 5/30/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6: Health Requirements: There are three common modes of transmission for the spread of microorganisms in childcare settings: contact, droplet, and airborne. Many common infections encountered in the childcare setting are transmitted by direct or indirect contact. Childcare facilities shall develop a written exposure plan regarding universal safety precautions, recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), to follow in the event there is exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids. Personnel are required to be educated on the facilitys exposure plan regarding standard precautions before beginning to work and annually thereafter. Written documentation that childcare personnel have participated in the facilitys annual refresher education for the exposure plan and understand the proper procedures in the event there is exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids must be retained for 12 months and be available for licensing to review. 35. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 36. First Aid Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 37. Emergency Telephone Numbers CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 38. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 5/30/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-29. View official inspection document (report 23dd6f36-408d-4173-b3e2-55a65c7736f5)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 394/29/2026
39. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (39-04)
A medication, [ Albuterol Sulfate HFA Inhalation Aerosol], brought to the center for administration, was not in its original container. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a medication, Albuterol Sulfate HFA Inhalation Aerosol, brought to the center for administration, was not in its original container. This standard has been brought back into compliance in that the Operator discarded the medication into a trash receptacle out of childrens reach. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, C: Medication: Childcare programs are not required to give medication; however, if a program chooses to do so, it must comply with the following requirements: C. Prescription and non-prescription medication brought to the child care facility by the custodial parent or legal guardian must be in the original container. Prescription medication must have a label stating the name and contact information of the physician and/or pharmacy, childs name, name of the medication, and medication directions. All prescription and non-prescription medication must be dispensed according to written directions on the prescription label or printed manufacturers label and maintained at the appropriate temperature. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-29. View official inspection document (report 23dd6f36-408d-4173-b3e2-55a65c7736f5)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 394/29/2026
39. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (39-17)
Medication which had expired or is no longer being administered was not discarded or returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed non-prescription medication which had expired or is no longer being administered was not discarded or returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian. In room 101 A&D Prevent Diaper Rash Ointment expired 1/2026. In the office, where the medication is stored, Equate Childrens Ibuprofen expired 10/2025. This standard has been brought back into compliance in that the staff members discarded the non-prescription diaper cream and ibuprofen into a trash receptacle inaccessible to children. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H: Medication: Childcare programs are not required to give medication; however, if a program chooses to do so, it must comply with the following requirements: H. Medication that has expired or that is no longer being dispensed must be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded. RECORD KEEPING 40. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-29. View official inspection document (report 23dd6f36-408d-4173-b3e2-55a65c7736f5)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 404/29/2026
40. (40-02)
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired), It did not include the signature of the physician]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that 15 immunization records the form was not current (expired). One immunization record did not include the signature of the physician in that the bottom portion of the form was missing. The Operator has been given until 5/30/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.1: Immunization Records: The child care facility is responsible for obtaining 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 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C- 22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local county health department. Specific immunization requirements are included and detailed in the most current edition of the Immunization Guidelines-Florida Schools, Child Care Facilities and Family Day Care Homes as promulgated by the Florida Department of Health. A. Immunizations received out-of-state are acceptable; however, immunizations must be documented on the Florida Certification of Immunization form and must be signed by a physician practicing in the State of Florida. B. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program. The parent/guardian of a child who has not received the age- appropriate immunizations prior to enrollment and who does not have documented medical or religious exemptions from routine childhood immunizations must provide documentation of a scheduled appointment or arrangement to receive immunizations. Providers must include a general statement in parent handbook/policies to inform parents/guardians, at time of enrollment, that some children in care may not have current immunizations. C. School-aged children attending public or non-public schools are not required to have student health examination and immunization records on file at the child care facility as such records are on file at the school where the child is enrolled. D. If the custodial parents or legal guardians need assistance concerning these requirements, the facility shall refer them to the Department of Health or to the childs physician. E. Medical records in this section are the property of the custodial parent or legal guardian and must be returned to them when the child withdraws from the facility. The medical records are transferable if the child attends another facility. F. It is recommended that child care personnel are current with all immunizations routinely recommended for adults by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as referenced in Caring for Our Children Basics Health and Safety Foundations for Early Care and Education, which is incorporated by in 65C-22.001(7)(v), F.A.C. 41. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 5/30/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-29. View official inspection document (report 23dd6f36-408d-4173-b3e2-55a65c7736f5)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 414/29/2026
41. (41-01)
Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 1 child file did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. The Operator has been given until 5/30/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 C: Student Health Records: The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Examination form are included in the health examination. C. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program. Due: 5/30/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-29. View official inspection document (report 23dd6f36-408d-4173-b3e2-55a65c7736f5)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 414/29/2026
41. (41-02)
The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 1 Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that it was not current (over two years old). The Operator has been given until 5/30/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 C: Student Health Records: The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Examination form are included in the health examination. C. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program. Compliance Comments During the time of the inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 152 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 152 of the 152 childrens records. 42. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments During the time of inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there 32 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 32 of the 32 employee records. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the current in-service training (7/1/24-6/30/25) for all childcare personnel. Due: 5/30/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-29. View official inspection document (report 23dd6f36-408d-4173-b3e2-55a65c7736f5)
Not corrected
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$1,009/month
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About this daycare
- Location: PALMETTO, MANATEE County
- Capacity: 150
- Type: Child Care Facility
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