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Toy Box Child Care Center

455 S 19th St, Defuniak Springs, FL 32435

License:
C01WA0007
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: 6:00AM to 5:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
51
License expiration:
June 30, 2027
Typical cost: $1,105 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,105/mo

Median daily rate: $51.00 (non-Gold Seal only)

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Walton 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 22, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 22, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 13 available inspections for Toy Box Child Care Center from February 2, 2023 through May 22, 2026.

One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on October 9, 2023 and involved staff training, with a due date of October 27, 2023.

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

10 later inspections, from October 26, 2023 through May 22, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
13

4 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
1

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
0

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

13 total inspections vs 14 local median in 32435

Compared to 10 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.08
Local median
0.33

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
0%
Local median
6%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
8%
Local median
25%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
1.1

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: 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 11/19/2021 has not completed the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. Employee should complete all required training and director should email counselor copy of updated transcript no later than 10/27/2023. In-service was monitored for 3 employees. Training was monitored for 4 new employees.
Correction status
Due by October 27, 2023
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01

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 your process for ensuring all staff members stay up to date with their required training and certifications?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an October 2023 inspection report show that a staff member had not completed the required introductory training. Asking about the current process helps parents understand how the center tracks and maintains compliance with staff training requirements.
Context
The center has had multiple clean inspections since this report.
Related violations
General question

How do you handle staff turnover and ensure that new employees are fully integrated into your safety and supervision routines?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how a center manages staff transitions provides insight into how they maintain consistent care and supervision for children during periods of personnel change.
General question

What is your approach to communicating daily updates or any changes in classroom routines to families?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Effective communication between staff and families is essential for maintaining a collaborative environment and ensuring that parents feel informed about their child's daily experience.
General question

Can you walk me through how you determine the daily schedule and activities to ensure they are developmentally appropriate for each age group?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Learning about the curriculum and activity planning helps parents understand how the center supports early childhood development and keeps children engaged throughout the day.
General question

What measures do you have in place to ensure that supervision remains consistent during transitions, such as drop-off, pick-up, or outdoor play?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Transitions are often busy times in a childcare setting, and asking about these procedures helps parents understand how the center prioritizes active supervision throughout the entire day.