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Santa Rosa Beach Community Church Preschool

3524 US Highway 98 W, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459

License:
C01WA0014
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 14, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
After School, Before School, Full Day, Half Day
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 3:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
50
License expiration:
March 31, 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 inspectionFebruary 24, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsFebruary 24, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 12 available inspections for Santa Rosa Beach Community Church Preschool from February 16, 2023 through February 24, 2026.

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

The most recent recorded violation was on August 12, 2025 and involved staff training, with a due date of February 9, 2026.

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

Three later inspections, from November 12, 2025 through February 24, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
12

4 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
2

1 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
0

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

12 total inspections vs 6.5 local median in 32459

Compared to 12 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.17
Local median
0.17

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
0%
Local median
8%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
17%
Local median
8%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
Local average
0.25

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

View official report
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7
Correction / follow-up note
DCF Handbook Section 402.305(2)(g), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. Every applicant for a license to operate a child care facility or a license for a change of ownership of a child care facility must document that the facility director has an active Director Credential prior to issuance of the license. The program did not have an active Director Credential as of August 11, 2025. Please provide the licensing office with a copy of the director's credential via email by February 9, 2026
Correction status
Due by February 9, 2026
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
Official code
34-04
View official report
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7
Correction / follow-up note
DCF Handbook Section 402.305(2)(g), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. Every applicant for a license to operate a child care facility or a license for a change of ownership of a child care facility must document that the facility director has an active Director Credential prior to issuance of the license. The program did not have an active Director Credential as of February 11, 2025. Please provide the licensing office with a copy of the director's credential via email by August 11, 2025.
Correction status
Due by August 11, 2025
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
Official code
34-04

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 tell me about the current director's qualifications and their process for maintaining active credentials?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from recent inspections in 2025 indicated that the director's credential status required updates. This question helps clarify how the center ensures leadership requirements are consistently met.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded on February 24, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the center ensure that all staff members remain up-to-date with their required training and certifications?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that staff training and credentialing topics were noted in multiple reports during 2025. Asking about the current process helps parents understand how the center manages ongoing professional requirements.
Related violations
General question

What is the daily routine like for the children, and how do you balance structured activities with free play?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding the daily schedule helps families determine if the program's approach to learning and play aligns with the needs of their child.
General question

How do you communicate with parents regarding their child's progress, daily activities, or any concerns that might arise?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Consistent communication is key to a strong partnership between families and the center, ensuring parents stay informed about their child's experience.
General question

What is your approach to supporting children as they navigate social interactions and learn to manage their emotions?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Learning how staff guide children through social development provides insight into the center's philosophy on classroom environment and behavioral support.