Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.4
- Local median
- 0.33
THE LITTLE LEARNING ACADEMY
310 Woodrow St NE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
- License:
- C01OK0191
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 51
- License expiration:
- May 7, 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 inspectionMarch 30, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 30, 2026
Summary
This summary covers five available inspections for THE LITTLE LEARNING ACADEMY from April 24, 2025 through March 30, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with two recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on December 10, 2025 and involved sleep safety.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 5
- Recorded violations
- 2
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
4 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
5 total inspections vs 8 local median in 32547
Compared to 12 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 20%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 40%
- Local median
- 8%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.75
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
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- Child/ren were placed in a crib, playpen, play yard or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Child/ren were placed in a crib, playpen, play yard or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. The facility had mobiles suspended above two cribs. The director took action by removing the mobiles, thereby ensuring that the facility complied with regulatory standards. DCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, A All personnel that care for infants must follow safe sleep practices as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) as referenced in Caring for Our Children Basics Health and Safety Foundations for Early Care and Education, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(v), F.A.C. Cribs or playpens/play yard ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
- Official code
- 20-06
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Emergency information was not posted on or near all telephones in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 A Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Emergency information was not posted on or near all telephones in the facility. Per DCF Handbook, Section 6.3A. Emergency service telephone numbers must be posted on or near all telephones, including 911, ambulance, fire, police, poison control center, Florida Abuse Hotline, and the county public health department. Additionally, the address and directions to the facility must be posted with descriptions of major intersections and local landmarks. Please place emergency numbers close to the phone. After you finish, please email a picture to the licensing office on or before 9/20/25.
- Correction status
- Due by September 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 38 - Emergency Telephone Numbers
- Official code
- 38-02
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 current process for ensuring that cribs remain clear of any items that might pose a risk to infants during nap time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an inspection in December 2025 identified items in cribs that could pose a risk to infants. Asking about current practices helps parents understand how the center maintains a clear and safe sleep environment for children.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection, and a subsequent inspection in March 2026 was clean.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that emergency contact information is consistently maintained and accessible near all telephones?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from August 2025 noted that emergency information was not posted near all telephones as required. This question helps parents understand the center's current process for maintaining essential emergency readiness.
Related violations
General question
What is your approach to communicating daily routines and any changes in care practices to families?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Establishing clear communication channels helps parents feel confident about how their children are cared for throughout the day. Understanding the center's routine and update process ensures that families and staff stay aligned on expectations.
General question
How do you handle staff training and supervision to ensure that safety protocols are followed consistently across all classrooms?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent staff training is a foundational part of maintaining a high standard of care. This question helps parents understand how the center supports its team in following safety and operational procedures.
General question
What steps does the center take to prepare for and practice emergency drills with the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular emergency drills are important for ensuring that both staff and children know how to respond during unexpected situations. Learning about these practices provides insight into the center's commitment to overall preparedness.