Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.56
- Local median
- 0.04
LSF Edney Head Start
1198 W Edney Ave, Crestview, FL 32536
- License:
- C01OK0176
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Head Start, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 4:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 94
- License expiration:
- November 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
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 inspectionJune 25, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 25, 2026
Summary
This summary covers nine available inspections for LSF Edney Head Start from October 10, 2024 through June 25, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with five recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on September 25, 2025 and involved child guidance.
Three later inspections, from October 20, 2025 through June 25, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 9
- Recorded violations
- 5
- Higher-concern violations
- 3
- Repeated topics
- 0
5 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
9 total inspections vs 7.5 local median in 32536
Compared to 14 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 4%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0
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
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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
- Report comments
- The teacher notices that the child is climbing up a bookshelf and the teacher stands up, goes over to the child (her back is to the camera) and as she leans down to the child's left side, the child falls to the floor in a fetal position holding his left ear. The child stands up as the teacher turns her back to him to walk away and the child runs to the mentor coach. The child appeared to be crying in the video. DCF Handbook, Section 8.2, C Childcare personnel inappropriately interacted with children in care in a manner that was aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature. On the day of the incident, the teacher was placed on administrative leave without pay. The program r ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 47 - Access/Child Safety
- Official code
- 47-01
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [Room 1] group was inadequate in that [a child was able to enter a side room unnoticed, while children were lining up in the hallway to use the bathroom.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4
- Report comments
- While a group of children were lining up in the hallway to use the bathrooms, four adults were present to supervise (teacher, site director, nurse, nutrition supervisor). The child entered and remained in the side room unnoticed for approximately 5 minutes. The child never left the licensed area and was not exposed to any hazards while in the room by herself. No visible physical injury to the child resulted.
- 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 document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A
- Report comments
- Even though the parent was notified via phone immediately after the incident occurred, provider failed to write an incident report on the day of the incident.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-03
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [climbing and sliding equipment in all areas of the playground] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D
- Report comments
- The ground cover was measured at around three inches in all enclosures of installed climbing and sliding equipment. Facility Handbook, Section 3.12, D 1. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Provider will loosen the ground cover using a tiller and if needed add mulch or sand to restore the fall zones under equipment to a depth of 6 inches as required. Provider will email pictures to the licensing office documenting 6 inches of protective surface under all equipment by 4/7/2025.
- Correction status
- Due by April 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Medication which had expired or is no longer being administered was not discarded or returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H
- Inspector notes
- Two inhalers kept on hand for emergencies were expired. Medication was returned to the parent during inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-17
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
Can you tell me about the training and support provided to staff regarding positive child guidance and interactions?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in September 2025 noted a concern regarding staff interactions with children. Asking about current training helps parents understand how the center promotes positive engagement and professional conduct.
- Context
- The incident mentioned in public records was addressed by the center at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What procedures do you have in place to ensure children are actively supervised during transitions, such as moving between rooms or using the restroom?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from September 2025 identified a need for improved supervision during group transitions. This question helps parents learn about the specific steps taken to keep children accounted for during busy times of the day.
- Context
- This matter was addressed at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center manage and track the expiration dates of medications kept on-site for children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from March 2025 noted that some emergency medications were expired. Asking about the current tracking process helps parents understand how the center ensures all health supplies are current and ready for use.
- Context
- The medication was returned to the parent during the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you explain your process for documenting and communicating with families if an incident occurs during the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from September 2025 indicated a gap in the timely documentation of an incident. This question allows parents to understand the center's current policy for reporting and recording any accidents to ensure clear communication.
- Context
- The documentation issue was addressed at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How often do you inspect the playground equipment and ground cover to ensure it remains safe and well-maintained?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection in March 2025 noted that the playground ground cover depth needed adjustment. Asking about the current maintenance schedule helps parents understand how the facility keeps outdoor play areas in good condition.
- Context
- The center completed the required maintenance by the assigned due date.
Related violations