Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.1
- Local median
- 0.52
Stepping Stones At Roane
4465 Legendary Dr, Destin, FL 32541
- License:
- C01OK0165
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:15AM to 5:15PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 202
- License expiration:
- September 30, 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 inspectionMay 11, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 11, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 10 available inspections for Stepping Stones At Roane from September 21, 2023 through May 11, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on January 30, 2024 and involved staff training, with a due date of February 16, 2024.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Seven later inspections, from February 12, 2024 through May 11, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 10
- Recorded violations
- 1
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
10 total inspections vs 10 local median in 32541
Compared to 9 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 7%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 10%
- Local median
- 33%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.89
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.
No recorded violations in this report
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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
- One employee with an industry start date of 2/17/21 has not completed 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. Employee should complete and pass all part 1 and part 2 DCF training, and director should email counselor updated transcript no later than 2/16/24. Training was monitored for 31 employees (some on-site and some prior to on-site inspection).
- Correction status
- Due by February 16, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
No recorded violations in this report
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 describe the process for ensuring all staff members complete their required training and certifications?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in early 2024 noted that a staff member had not completed the required 40-hour introductory training. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center tracks and maintains these requirements for all personnel.
- Context
- The center has had multiple inspections since this report, all of which were clean.
Related violations
General question
How does the center support new teachers as they settle into their roles and learn the daily routines?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how the center mentors and integrates new staff provides insight into the consistency of care and supervision your child will receive. This helps ensure that all team members are well-prepared to support the children's needs.
General question
What is the typical communication process between teachers and parents regarding a child's daily progress and activities?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular communication is essential for maintaining a strong partnership between families and the center. Knowing how teachers share updates helps you feel connected to your child's experiences throughout the day.
General question
How are classroom transitions handled when children move from one age group to the next?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about the transition process helps you understand how the center minimizes disruption for children as they grow. It also shows how the staff manages changes in supervision and environment to keep children comfortable.
General question
What steps does the leadership team take to monitor the quality of care and supervision throughout the facility?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Inquiring about internal oversight helps you understand how the director stays involved in daily operations. This provides confidence that the center maintains high standards across all classrooms.