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Childcare Network 39 - Government

412 Government Ave, Valparaiso, FL 32580

License:
C01OK0019
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 14, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:15AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
150
License expiration:
February 28, 2027
Typical cost: $1,127 - $1,170 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,127 - $1,170/mo

Median daily rate: $52.00 - $54.00

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Okaloosa 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 inspectionMay 27, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJanuary 15, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 15 available inspections for Childcare Network 39 - Government from February 3, 2023 through May 27, 2026.

Six inspections recorded violations, with seven recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on May 27, 2026 and involved health or food records.

Supervision was a higher-concern topic that showed up in two inspections.

The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.

At a glance

Total inspections
15

4 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
7

2 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
2

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

15 total inspections vs 9 local median in Okaloosa County

Compared to 95 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.47
Local median
0.23

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
13%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
40%
Local median
15%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
Local average
0.52

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.

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 Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
Three Florida Certificate of immunization were expired. Per DCF Handbook, Section 7.1The 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 th ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02
View official report
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Several rooms are in need of cleaning overhead lights. Please clean these areas. Once cleaned send a picture to licensing office via email on or before 10/22/25. DCF Handbook, Section 3.1, 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.
Correction status
Due by October 22, 2025
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ labeled with date]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D
Inspector notes
Containers of Jelly and Apple Sauce in the refrigerator as well as an open bag of French toast in the Freezer were not dated. Provider dated products during inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-21
View official report
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Supervision of children in the [two year old] group was inadequate in that [a child was left unsupervised in the classroom for appx. 6 minutes]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
A child in the 2-year-old classroom was left unattended in the classroom for about 6 minutes. Child was found by [Teacher A] after a maintenance man realized he was in the classroom by himself. Child was returned to his class on the playground.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-01
Medium concern: Incident records
Report finding
Child care personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, B & D Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Accident/Incident report was observed. Incident happened on 3/21 and was signed by parent on 3/25.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
Official code
39-04
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
One employee with an industry start date of 5/2/23 has not begun required DCF 40 hour training. Employee should being part 1 training and director should email counselor updated transcript no later than 10/27/23. Training monitored for 3 new employees. In-service for 22-23 year monitored for 4 employees.
Correction status
Due by October 27, 2023
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-03
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that [a 3 year old child was left on the playground, unsupervised, for approximately 3 minutes]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, A General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
Teacher A left Child A on the playground unsupervised for approximately 3 minutes. Teachers B, C & D found child, brought her inside and notified management immediately.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-04

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

What steps does the center take to ensure that children are always actively supervised, especially during transitions or outdoor play?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from recent inspections show instances where children were left unsupervised in a classroom and on the playground. Asking about current supervision practices helps parents understand how the center maintains safety for all children.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the facility manage and track immunization records to ensure they remain current for every child?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that maintaining current immunization records has been a repeated topic of discussion in recent reports. This question allows the provider to explain their current process for keeping these important health documents up to date.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your process for maintaining the cleanliness of the facility, and how often are areas like light fixtures or high-touch surfaces inspected?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report noted that certain areas of the facility needed cleaning. Asking about the cleaning schedule helps parents understand how the center ensures a well-maintained environment.
Related violations
Finding-specific

Can you describe how the staff is trained to handle and document accident or incident reports when they occur?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate an instance where an incident report was not shared with a parent on the day the event occurred. This question helps parents understand the center's communication policy regarding child incidents.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you ensure that all new staff members complete their required training and certifications in a timely manner?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show a past finding regarding the documentation of staff training requirements. Asking about this helps parents understand how the center verifies that all teachers are properly prepared for their roles.
Related violations