School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Full Day, Half Day
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
39
License expiration:
August 31, 2026
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 inspectionMarch 26, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 26, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 11 available inspections for Shoal River Learning Center from April 26, 2023 through March 26, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on July 18, 2025 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of August 18, 2025.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Three later inspections, from July 21, 2025 through March 26, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
Total inspections
11
4 in last 12 months
Recorded violations
1
1 in last 12 months
Higher-concern violations
0
0 in last 12 months
Repeated topics
0
Last 36 months
Local comparison
11 total inspections vs 7.5 local median in 32536
Compared to 14 local facilities
Recorded violations per inspection
This provider
0.09
Local median
0.04
0.09This provider
0.04Local median
Inspections with higher-concern violations
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0%
Local median
0%
0%This provider
0%Local median
Inspections with recorded violations
This provider
9%
Local median
4%
9%This provider
4%Local median
Repeated topics
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0
Local average
0
0This provider
0Local average
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
No repeated topics found
The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.
Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
There were several ant hills on the playground. Provider will treat the playground for ants and email proof of performed treatment to licensing on or before 8/18/2025.
Correction status
Due by August 18, 2025
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
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
How do you maintain the outdoor play area to ensure it remains clean and free of hazards for the children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in July 2025 noted the presence of hazards in the outdoor play area. Asking about current maintenance routines helps parents understand how the facility keeps the space ready for daily use.
Context
A later inspection in March 2026 did not note any similar issues.
Related violations
General question
What is your daily process for checking the playground before children go outside to play?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Regular safety checks are a standard part of maintaining a secure environment. Understanding how staff monitor the play space gives parents insight into the daily supervision routines.
General question
How do you communicate with families if there is a change in the daily routine or a maintenance issue at the center?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication is essential for parents to feel informed about the environment their children are in. This question helps clarify the center's approach to sharing important updates with families.
General question
Could you describe the training staff receive regarding health and safety protocols?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Staff training is a foundational element of a well-run childcare program. Learning about these professional development practices helps parents understand the team's preparedness to handle daily operations.
General question
How do you balance the need for outdoor activity with the ongoing upkeep of the play equipment and grounds?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Outdoor play is a vital part of a child's day, and understanding how the center manages facility care alongside active play helps parents feel confident in the overall management of the space.