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Grow With Us Learning Academy

381 Coleman St, Crestview, FL 32536

License:
C01OK0184
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 14, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
243
License expiration:
February 17, 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

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 12, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 12, 2026

Summary

This summary covers seven available inspections for Grow With Us Learning Academy from January 27, 2025 through June 12, 2026.

One inspection recorded a violation, with four recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 29, 2026 and involved supervision.

Two later inspections, from May 7, 2026 through June 12, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
7

5 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
4

4 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

1 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

7 total inspections vs 7.5 local median in 32536

Compared to 14 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.57
Local median
0.04

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
14%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
14%
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.

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Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that [a child was left behind without adult supervision on the playground when the group returned to the classroom from outside time.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, A General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
When one-year-olds were transitioning back inside the building at the end of their outside time, one child was accidentally left behind. A teacher on an adjacent playground noticed the unsupervised child and took him to his classroom. The classroom teacher was counseled on transitioning procedures and written up by management.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
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 Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
During the complaint investigation, the outdoor play area for the one-year-olds had the following hazard: A hole dug behind one of the pieces of equipment, which exposes a large rock; the exposed rock poses a potential for harm to the children. Provider will remove the rock, fill the hole and email a picture of the completed work to the licensing office on or before 6/25/2026. Suggestion: An addition of a sandbox may prevent the children from digging in other areas of the playground.
Correction status
Due by June 5, 2026
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-01
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 Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
A child was left on the playground, and the incident was not documented on the day that it occurred. An incident report was prepared at the direction of licensing on the day of the complaint investigation.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
Official code
39-03
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]
Report comments
A child was left on the playground, and the incident was not documented on the day that it occurred (4/28/2026). An incident report was prepared at the direction of licensing on the day of the complaint investigation. The parent was given and signed the incident report two days after the incident (4/30/2026).
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
Official code
39-04

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 procedures do you have in place for transitioning children between the playground and the classroom to ensure everyone is accounted for?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an April 2026 inspection report noted a concern regarding a child not being accounted for during a transition from the outdoor play area. This question helps parents understand the current steps taken to maintain constant supervision during group movements.
Context
The facility completed corrective actions at the time of the inspection, and a later inspection in June 2026 showed no further concerns.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you regularly inspect the outdoor play area to identify and address potential hazards?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from April 2026 identified a physical hazard in the outdoor play area. Asking about routine maintenance helps parents understand how the center keeps the play space secure and well-maintained.
Context
The provider was required to address the identified hazard by June 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your process for documenting and notifying parents if an incident occurs during the day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from April 2026 show a finding regarding the timely documentation and communication of an incident. This question helps parents understand the center's current communication policy for keeping families informed.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you train your staff on the importance of immediate incident documentation?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an April 2026 inspection report noted that an incident was not documented on the day it occurred. This question helps parents understand how the center ensures staff follow reporting requirements consistently.
Related violations
General question

Could you describe how you handle daily communication with parents about their child's activities and any minor incidents?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Establishing clear communication expectations helps parents feel confident in the partnership between home and the childcare center. This question provides insight into how the provider keeps families updated on daily routines and well-being.