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Curious Apples

2726 Highway 87, Navarre, FL 32566

License:
C01SR0066
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 14, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Full Day, Half Day
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
96
License expiration:
April 30, 2027

Typical cost: Not available for Santa Rosa County.

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 12 available inspections for Curious Apples from March 24, 2023 through March 26, 2026.

Two inspections recorded violations, with two recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on April 9, 2024 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of May 9, 2024.

DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.

Eight later inspections, from May 26, 2024 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
12

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
2

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
0

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

12 total inspections vs 10.5 local median in 32566

Compared to 14 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.17
Local median
0.23

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
0%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
17%
Local median
18%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.36

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.

View official report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [for the month of March]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A (Section 14.3, number 2), (Section 14.3, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
A fire drill was not conducted for March. The Provider will conduct a make up fire drill for March in addition to the required fire drill. The Provider will send a copy of the fire drill log on or before 05/09/2024 via email.
Correction status
Due by May 9, 2024
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-06
View official report
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child Care personnel, returning to the industry and who were in compliance with training requirements when they left the industry, did not complete new mandated training within 90 days of employment. CCF Handbook, Section 4.3, A
Report comments
The employee listed on the supplemental form did not complete the required training upon returning to the childcare industry. Per Provider to employee only worked summer VPK. The employee's last day of employment is 07/27/2023. If the employee returns to the childcare industry all training must be completed prior to performing child care personnel duties.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-04

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

Could you walk me through your current process for ensuring fire drills are conducted consistently each month?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an April 2024 inspection report show that a monthly fire drill was missed. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks and maintains its emergency preparedness schedule.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded in March 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps does the center take to ensure all staff members are fully up to date on their required training before they begin working with children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from July 2023 noted an instance where a staff member had not completed required training. This question helps parents learn about the center's current staff onboarding and training verification procedures.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question

How do you typically communicate with families regarding daily routines and any changes to classroom activities?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Consistent communication helps families feel connected to the child's daily experience and aware of how the center manages its schedule.
General question

What is your approach to supporting new staff members as they integrate into the classroom environment?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how the center mentors and supervises its team provides insight into the stability and quality of care children receive.
General question

How does your team prepare for and handle emergency situations to ensure the children remain calm and secure?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Learning about the center's emergency readiness helps parents understand the proactive measures taken to maintain a secure environment for all children.