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Little Hands And Feet Child Development Center

1119 N Pace Blvd, Pensacola, FL 32505

License:
C01ES0354
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 13, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 5:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
45
License expiration:
December 31, 2026
Typical cost: $1,057 - $1,062 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,057 - $1,062/mo

Median daily rate: $48.80 - $49.00

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Escambia County data.

Not this provider’s price.

Inspection snapshot

Questions worth asking

The available records raise questions worth asking before enrolling.

Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.

Latest inspectionApril 21, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 21, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 15 available inspections for Little Hands And Feet Child Development Center from February 2, 2023 through April 21, 2026.

Five inspections recorded violations, with 12 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 22, 2025 and involved staff-to-child ratio.

Four later inspections, from May 29, 2025 through April 21, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
15

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
12

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
3

Last 36 months

Local comparison

15 total inspections vs 3.5 local median in 32505

Compared to 16 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.8
Local median
0.28

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
7%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
33%
Local median
24%

Repeated topics

This provider
3
Local average
0.38

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

View official report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [11] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [15] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
2:15 Two Year Old's 1:4 Infant's 1:6 One Year Old's 1:20 Four Year Old's
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The facilitys refrigerator and/or freezer does not have an appropriate thermometer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1 Food and Nutrition [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The thermometer is missing for the inside refrigerator as well as the (2) for the refrigerator/freezer in the Four year old class. The provider will provide a receipt/photograph for the purchase of the thermometers and forward to child care regulations by 05/22/2024 .
Correction status
Due by May 22, 2025
More details
Report section
FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-23
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
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
Report comments
There were (3) staff members who were working with children and (2) were alone with children without the required training. Two employees were out sick , upon return of the normal operating staff the staff listed on the supplemental form will not be working unsupervised with the children , Resolved at the time of the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
There was no employee/volunteer file for the employee listed on the supplemental form. The provider will create a file for the employee . Resolved at the time of the onsite inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-01
View official report
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
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]
Report comments
The employee listed on the supplemental form has not completed the required training prior to being left alone with the children. The Employee will be transferred into the role of other personnel.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-13
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7
Report comments
The Director/Owners credentials are expired as of 10/08/2024. The renewal process has been start but not yet completed. The paperwork will be submitted for a interim Director to Child Care Regulations by by 04/08/2025. The owner will inform Child Care Regulations when she obtains new credentials. The facility will be placed on a provisional license as of 10/09/2024.
Correction status
Due by April 8, 2025
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
Official code
34-04
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
The employees listed on the supplemental form have expired child abuse and neglect forms. The Director will email the updated forms to Child Care Regulations by 01/06/2025.
Correction status
Due by January 6, 2025
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-04
View official report
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
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
Report comments
The employee listed on the supplemental page has not started the introductory training. The employee will begin training. The Director/Owner will email the employee transcript to Child Care Regulations by 12/22/2023.
Correction status
Due by December 22, 2023
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-03
View official report
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Food was stored in an inappropriate area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2
Inspector notes
Frozen unopened packages of food was observed on the floor. Staff was away and the packages were not promptly placed in the freezer. Staff/Counselor placed the packages in the freezer, completed at the time of the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-16
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
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 Keeping [SR]
Report comments
The employee listed on the supplemental form has an expired Child Abuse and Neglect form, the Director will email the completed form to Child Care Regulations by 09/15/2023.
Correction status
Due by September 15, 2023
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-04
View official report
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Food was stored in an inappropriate area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2
Report comments
Prepared food was stored in an uncovered serving bowl placed on top of a box which was on the floor open to possible splash or contaminates. Compliance was verified at the time of the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-16
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ properly covered or sealed, labeled with date]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D
Report comments
Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not properly covered or sealed nor labeled with dates.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-21

Questions to ask

Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.

Finding-specific

Could you explain how the center ensures that staff-to-child ratios are consistently maintained throughout the day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an April 2025 inspection noted a instance where the required staff-to-child ratio was not met. Asking about current practices helps parents understand the steps taken to ensure adequate supervision at all times.
Context
The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your process for ensuring all staff members have completed their required training before they begin working with children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that training requirements for staff have been a repeated topic in recent reports. Discussing this helps parents understand the current oversight process for staff qualifications.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you monitor and maintain the temperature of your food storage areas to ensure everything stays fresh?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Official inspection reports indicate that food storage and equipment maintenance have been identified as areas for improvement in past visits. This question helps parents understand the facility's current food safety routines.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps does the center take to keep personnel files organized and up-to-date for all employees?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that maintaining complete and current personnel records has been a recurring observation in multiple inspections. Asking about this helps parents understand the administrative processes in place.
Related violations
General question

How do you handle staff transitions or unexpected absences to ensure that the daily routine remains stable for the children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how a center manages staffing changes helps parents feel confident about the consistency of care and supervision provided to their children.