Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.79
- Local median
- 0.32
Kiddie Academy Of Pensacola
35 New Market St, Cantonment, FL 32533
- License:
- C01ES0361
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- VPK, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 156
- License expiration:
- September 26, 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
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionJuly 7, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJuly 7, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 29 available inspections for Kiddie Academy Of Pensacola from January 4, 2023 through July 7, 2026.
10 inspections recorded violations, with 23 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on May 19, 2026 and involved health or food records, with a due date of June 19, 2026.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 29
- Recorded violations
- 23
- Higher-concern violations
- 9
- Repeated topics
- 3
8 in last 12 months
11 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
29 total inspections vs 2.5 local median in 32533
Compared to 8 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 28%
- Local median
- 14%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 34%
- Local median
- 29%
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.
Staff training
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
September 9, 2025January 8, 2026May 19, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
September 9, 2025May 19, 2026Supervision
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
July 18, 2023February 14, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this 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 form did not start the introductory training within 90 days of employment. The Provider will ensure all childcare personnel start the introductory training within 90 days of employment. The employee listed on the supplemental form started a course in Part 1 at the time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1
- Correction / follow-up note
- The students listed on the supplemental form have expired immunization records. The Provider will obtain current immunization records from the parent/guardian and submit to the licensing office via email on or before 06/19/2026.
- Correction status
- Due by June 19, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- 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
- Correction / follow-up note
- The students listed on the supplemental form have expired student health records. The Provider will obtain current student health records from the parent/guardian and submit to the licensing office via email on or before 06/19/2026.
- Correction status
- Due by June 19, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not assist children with hand washing [after diapering was completed]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1
- Correction / follow-up note
- Licensing counselor observed childcare personnel change an infant's diaper, sit the infant on the floor, then sanitize the diaper changing mat. Childcare personnel stated, they wipe infant's hands with wipes after diapering. Licensing counselor discussed handwashing requirements after diapering with childcare personnel. Licensing counselor discussed diaper changing station location at the front of the room and handwashing sink at the back of the room with the Owners. Licensing counselor discussed options of moving the diaper changing station closer to the handwashing sink or installing a portable sink near the diaper changing station. The Owner will submit the plan of action ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 23, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- 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 employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Correction / follow-up note
- The employees listed on the supplemental form did not complete the required 5-hour early literacy course within the required time. The employees will complete the 5-hour early literacy course on or before 01/23/2026. The Provider will submit the employee's DCF transcript to the licensing office to verify compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by January 23, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Correction / follow-up note
- Employment verification was not completed for the employees listed on the supplemental form. The Provider will complete employment verification for the employees and submit completed form to the licensing office on or before 01/23/2026 via email to verify compliance. Per DCF Handbook: Background Screening D. The employer/owner/operator must conduct employment history checks, including documented attempts to contact each employer that employed the individual within the preceding five years, and documentation of the findings. Documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/her regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performa ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 23, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A
- Correction / follow-up note
- The facilities fire safety inspection expired 08/08/2025. The Provider will obtain a current fire safety inspection and submit to the licensing office on or before 09/23/2025 via email.
- Correction status
- Due by September 23, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Food was stored in an inappropriate area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2
- Correction / follow-up note
- Licensing counselor observed opened Whipped Topping, pears, and apple sauce in the refrigerator and pretzels and animals crackers on the shelf not labeled with the date the food items were opened. The Provider will ensure all opened food items are dated the day opened. Pictures obtained at time of inspection. The Provider willl submit a signed statement with food storage requirements for all kitchen staff on or before 09/24/2025 via email. Per DCF Handbook: 3.9.2 Food Storage D. Opened packages of perishable or leftover food items must be properly covered or sealed in containers or bags, labeled with the date, and properly stored and discarded within seven calendar days.
- Correction status
- Due by September 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-16
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7
- Correction / follow-up note
- The employees listed on the supplemental form did not complete the required 10 hours In Service training for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The Provider will submit the employee's In Service training log and 10 hours of training certificates to the licensing office on or before 10/07/2025 via email to verify compliance. Per DCF Handbook: 4.2.7 Annual In-Service Training Upon successful completion of the 40-hour introductory training requirements, child care personnel must complete a minimum of 10 clock- hours or one CEU ofin-service training annually.
- Correction status
- Due by October 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- The facility no longer has a credentialed director as of 06/25/2025 . The Provider will obtain a credentialed director and submit all required documents to the licensing office on or before 11/27/2025 via email to verify compliance. Provisional license expires 11/27/2025.
- Correction status
- Due by November 27, 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
- Correction / follow-up note
- The employees listed on the supplemental form did not have current child abuse and reporting forms. The Provider will obtain current child abuse and neglect forms from all employees. Submit current documentation to the licensing office on or before 10/08/2025 via email.
- Correction status
- Due by October 8, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B
- Inspector notes
- Licensing specialist reviewed video footage of the two and tot's classroom and observed children being put in time out for a long period of time. One childcare personnel placed a child in-between her legs to keep her stationary. The facility does not implement timeout, the facility's discipline policy for this age is redirection and if a situation escalated, they implement the "cozy calm down corner". Childcare personnel did not comply with the facility's discipline policy by placing children in time out. CCF Handbook Section 2.8: B. The childcare facility operators, employees, and volunteers must comply with written disciplinary and expulsion policies. Provider will work wit ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Child Discipline
- Official code
- 11-03
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- Child care personnel inappropriately interacted with children in care in a manner that was aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, C
- Inspector notes
- After reviewing footage from the two and tot's classroom, licensing specialist observed the other two childcare personnel in the classroom interacting inappropriately with many children. They pulled on children by their wrist/arms, refused to let them play with certain toys/areas of the classroom, and was seen placing a child in-between their legs to restrict them from getting up. CCF Handbook 8.2 Child Safety: C. Childcare personnel must appropriately interact with children to foster a healthy, safe environment that will encourage the childs physical, intellectual, motor, and social development. Interactions with children that are aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nat ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 47 - Access/Child Safety
- Official code
- 47-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [One child was left unattened in the two's class] group was inadequate in that [child was not supervised]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4
- Correction / follow-up note
- The Provider will conduct a supervision training for all childcare personnel. In addition, the training will include proper communication techniques to ensure staff are aware of staff entering and exiting the room while children are in care to prevent this incident from occurring again. The Provider will ensure the adequate number of staff are in the room at all times. Training itinerary and sign in roster should be sent to the licensing office on or before 05/23/2024 via email. Per DCF Handbook 2.4 Supervision Childcare personnel must be assigned to provide direct supervision to a specific group of children and be with that group of children at all times. Children must never ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Children were left unattended while being diapered or when changing clothes and/or a safety strap or harness was used on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, F
- Report comments
- 3.10.2 Diapering Requirements F. Children must be directly attended at all times when being diapered or when changing clothes. Child care personnel must not leave children unattended on a table or countertop. A safety strap or harness must not be used on the diaper changing table/surface.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-16
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Child care personnel were not within sight and hearing of all the children during nap time. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.2
- Report comments
- 2.4 Supervision 2.4.2 Nap time Supervision During nap time, child care personnel must be within sight and hearing of all the children. All other child care personnel required to meet the staff-to-child ratio must be within the building on the same floor and available to be summoned if needed to ensure the safety of the children. Nap time supervision does not apply to children up to 24 months of age, who must have direct supervision at all times. ****A teacher who was responsible for the three-year-old classroom during the naptime hours, used the children's classroom bathroom, leaving the children unsupervised.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-05
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [11 (two year old)] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [13 (two year old)] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S.
- Inspector notes
- 2.3 Ratios The staff-to-child ratio, as established in Section 402.305(4), F.S., is based on primary responsibility for the direct supervision of children and applies at all times while children are in care. While conducting the onsite inspection the two-year-old classroom was observed with a ratio of 1:13 two-year-olds. Two children were transferred and moved over to another classroom. Also, while conducting the same inspection, the counselor observed the outside play area to also be in ratio violation. The outside play area had a ratio of 3:23 one and two years olds, which would require a total of 4 teachers and there were only 3 teachers supervising the children. After the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- A form of discipline used by child care personnel included the use of spanking or other form of physical punishment. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, F.1
- Report comments
- 2.8 Child Discipline F. The following discipline techniques shall be prohibited in the child care facility: 1. The use of corporal punishment/including, but not limited to: a) Hitting, spanking, shaking, slapping, twisting, pulling, squeezing, or biting; b) Demanding excessive physical exercise, excessive rest, or strenuous or bizarre postures; c) Compelling a child to eat or have in his/her mouth soap, food, spices, or foreign substances; d) Exposing a child to extremes temperature; e) Rough or harsh handling of children, including but not limited to: lifting or jerking by one or both arms; pushing; forcing or restricting movement; lifting or moving by grasping clothing; cov ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Child Discipline
- Official code
- 11-06
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [8] child care personnel for [30] children is required. A ratio of [6] child care personnel for [30] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S.
- Correction / follow-up note
- On the toddler playground, 6 staff were observed to be supervising 30 children, ages infants - ones. The violation was corrected when the infant group (8 children) were brought inside by 2 staff, leaving only 4 staff and 22 one-yr-old children on the toddler playground. The director states there are normally 8 staff on this playground when all 30 children are outside, but today, 2 staff had called out. Strategies for ensuring ratio is maintained at all times were discussed. Day 1 Ratios: 2:7 Infants 4:20 Ones 2:21 Twos 1:11 Twos 2:12 Threes 2:10 Threes 1:18 Threes - Fours (majority fours) 2:14 Fours Day 2 Ratios: Violation: 6:30 Infants - Ones Corrected: 2:8 Infants Corrected ... [truncated]
- 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 food preparation area was being used for purposes other than food preparation. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1
- Correction / follow-up note
- A wet mop that was used to clean the bathroom floor during the inspection was observed to be stored in the kitchen food prep sink, near some cutting boards that were being stored behind the faucet of this sink. Additionally, there were several spray bottles of cleaning products also being stored on this sink. The violation was corrected when staff removed the mop to the mop bucket, removed the chemicals and sanitized the sink and the cutting boards. See Section 3.9.1 of the Child Care Facility Handbook for more details on this requirement.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-01
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- Open containers of chicken nuggets, waffles, bread and cheese and were observed to be stored in the freezer and refrigerators without being properly covered, sealed or dated. Additionally, several containers of milk and leftover foods were observed to be stored in the refrigerators without dates. The violation was corrected when the provider dated the containers and sealed the ones that were open. See section 3.9.2, D of the Child Care Facility Licensing Handbook for more details on this requirement.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-21
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of dried goods were not [ properly covered or sealed]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, E
- Inspector notes
- Open boxes of vanilla wafers and cereal were observed in the kitchen and were not properly covered or sealed. The violation was corrective at the time of the inspection when the staff placed them in Ziploc bags. See section 3.9.2, E of the Child Care Facility Handbook for more details on this requirement.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-22
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 individuals listed in the supplemental section have been working in the industry for more than 90 days but have not yet begun their introductory training. By the deadline, please email to the licensing office current DCF training transcripts showing the training has begun. See section 4.1 of the Child Care Facility Handbook for more details on this requirement.
- Correction status
- Due by February 6, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
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
Can you explain the current process for verifying the employment history of new staff members?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in January 2026 indicate that employment history verification was not documented for certain staff members at that time.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure children are always directly supervised, especially during routine transitions like diaper changes?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show multiple instances where supervision was identified as a concern, including reports of children being left unattended.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage and track student health and immunization records to ensure they remain current?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from May 2026 noted that some student health and immunization records were not current, and a previous report mentioned concerns regarding food storage labeling.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on July 7, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe the training program for new hires and how you ensure all staff meet their annual professional development requirements?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from recent inspections show that the facility has had findings related to staff introductory training timelines and annual in-service training completion.
Related violations
General question
What is your approach to maintaining consistent communication with parents regarding daily activities and any changes in classroom routines?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a center keeps families informed helps parents feel confident about the daily care and supervision their children receive.