
Dots Tots Preschool
628 S Bay St, Eustis FL, 32726
- Ages6 wks – 5 yrs
- HoursContact for hours
- Capacity37 children
Overview
About Us
Dots Tots Preschool is a licensed child care center with a mid-sized DCF-licensed capacity of 37 children in Eustis, Florida. DCF licensing records place the origination of this provider approximately 2 years ago.
Programs on record for this provider include Florida's free Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) and Florida School Readiness subsidies. Use the licensing, inspection, and parent-review sections below to review the full record before contacting Dots Tots Preschool .
Florida DCF
Safety & Licensing
Florida DCF License
C05LA0999
Inspection History
0 clean inspections · 8 with findings in the last 8
FindingFeb '24
Feb 9, 2024
03-01: A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [mixed group of 17 children of 6-1year old, 3-2 year old, 6-3 year old and 1-4 year old ] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [mixed g… | 12-18: The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I Comments No covers for electrical outlets in the mixed group roo. TA given to ke… | 21-06: Cleaning and sanitizing potty chairs did not take place after each use posing a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, D Physical Environment [SR] Comme… | 32-06: A resilient surface was not provided beneath and within the fall/use zone for [under and beneath the slide.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments No 6" of mulch under … | 44-03: The child care personnel record did not include a
FindingMay '24
May 31, 2024
33-03: The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 Comments Sta… | 33-09: The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 …
FindingSep '24
Sep 24, 2024
03-01: A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [5 Infant and 1 year old mixed group] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [5 Infant and 1 year old mixed group] children was observed.… | 13-03: Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR] Com… | 24-09: The food preparation area does not have a hand washing station or the hand washing station did not include the following: [running water]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.7. Food and Nutrition [SR] Com… | 24-22: Open packages of dried goods were not [ properly covered or sealed]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, E Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments Open dry goods (mashed potatoes, cereal, grits) were observed not s… | 32-08: The placement of [slides equipment] did not allow
FindingJan '25
Jan 28, 2025
17-02: The facility's outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environm… | 33-01: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Comments Staff excee… | 37-06: The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ Tweezers, Scissors, Bottled water, Disposable, non-porous gloves]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C Health Requirements [SR] Comments Counse… | 42-01: 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 Record Keeping [SR] Comments P… | 43-05: A signed statement from the custodial parent(s) o
FindingJun '25
Jun 6, 2025
33-01: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 (Section 2.1 Health … | 33-06: The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employ… | 34-01: The facility was required to have at least [1] credentialed child care personnel and had [0] credentialed child care personnel CCF Handbook, Section 4.6.1, B Comments It was found that 26 children wer…
FindingSep '25
Sep 24, 2025
33-01: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 (Section 2.1 Health …
FindingFeb '26
Feb 26, 2026
33-01: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Comments Staff have … | 33-06: The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employ… | 44-04: The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Kee… | 45-06: The Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, B Record Keeping [SR] Comments Updated A… | 46-07: The attendance roster did not accompany the group
FindingJun '26
Jun 3, 2026
03-01: A ratio of [3] child care personnel for [9 mixed group including infants.] children is required. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [9 mixed group including infants.] children was observed. s.402… | 12-02: An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments The base board was peeling from the wall. The outlet cover was damaged… | 13-02: The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Ph… | 24-16: Food was stored in an inappropriate area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2 Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments There was inadequate storage of opened produce and baby food in the Kitchen. Technical Assistance… | 33-09: The facility did not have documented proof that a
Findings are summarized from the official Florida DCF inspection report. Click a finding pill to expand the summary. Fresh violations may show “Summary pending” while business profiles are being updated.
Verified Credentials
- Level 2 Background Checks
- CPR / First Aid Certified Staff
- Secure Entry System
- Continuous Video Monitoring (facilities only)
Minimums required by Florida DCF licensing for every Licensed Child Care Facility. Individual center audits may cover more than the list above.
What the record says
Provider highlights
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Signals of care
Strengths
- Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
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