Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.62
- Local median
- 0.58
TADA Performing Arts Preschool
1260 Timberlane Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32312
- License:
- C02LE0065
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:45AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 26
- License expiration:
- June 7, 2027
Typical cost: $1,001 - $1,343 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,001 - $1,343/mo
Median daily rate: $46.19 - $62.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Leon 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 inspectionApril 24, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 24, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 13 available inspections for TADA Performing Arts Preschool from February 6, 2023 through April 24, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with eight recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on May 17, 2024 and involved sleep safety.
Eight later inspections, from August 28, 2024 through April 24, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 13
- Recorded violations
- 8
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
13 total inspections vs 3 local median in 32312
Compared to 20 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 8%
- Local median
- 7%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 15%
- Local median
- 29%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.7
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
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- During nap time, lighting was insufficient to visually observe and supervise children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, C
- Correction / follow-up note
- FSC observed nap time room with insufficient lighting in that it was too dark to visually observe the children. Corrected at the time of inspection. Technical Assistance was given. Provider turned on the hallway light and corrected insufficient lighting in nap time room.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play space was not enclosed with fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F
- Correction / follow-up note
- FSC observed the fence not fully enclosed due to gaps at top of the fence wall. Corrective action needed. Technical assistance given. See supplemental.
- Correction status
- Due by May 28, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The fence in the outdoor play area had a build-up (e.g., leaves, soil) at the base on the play area side, causing the fence to be less than the minimum 4 feet in height. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F
- Correction / follow-up note
- The fence in the outdoor play area had a build-up (e.g., leaves, soil) at the base on the play area side, causing the fence to be less than the minimum 4 feet in height. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Corrective action needed. Technical assistance given. See supplemental.
- Correction status
- Due by June 14, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-08
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C
- Correction / follow-up note
- FSC observed a minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. Corrected at the time of inspection. Provider separated mats to a distance of 18" between each napping/sleeping space. See supplemental.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-02
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have at least one child care personnel with current and valid pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification present during all hours of operation. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, A
- Correction / follow-up note
- Upon arrival FSC monitored the facility did not have at least one childcare personnel with current and valid pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification present during all hours of operation. Corrected at the time of the inspection. 2 personnel with current CPR/First Aid arrived at the facility after the inspection began. Technical assistance given. See supplemental.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have at least one child care personnel with current and valid certificate of course completion for first aid training present at all times that children are in care. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, A
- Correction / follow-up note
- Upon arrival FSC monitored the facility did not have at least one childcare personnel with current and valid pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification present during all hours of operation. Corrected at the time of the inspection. 2 personnel with current CPR/First Aid arrived at the facility after the inspection began. Technical assistance given. See supplemental.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2
- Correction / follow-up note
- 1 Student Health examination was not acceptable in that it was not current (over two years old). Corrective action needed. See supplemental.
- Correction status
- Due by June 14, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's written plan of scheduled activities was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6
- Correction / follow-up note
- The posted plan is not the plan that is being followed. The posted plan ends at 3:30PM and the program is open until 6PM. Provide updated plan that accounts for the entire day. Facility provided the revised daily schedule prior to the inspection being uploaded.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-02
No recorded violations in this report
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 walk me through your current process for ensuring that napping spaces are properly spaced out for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a May 2024 inspection report show a finding regarding the required distance between napping mats. This question helps parents understand the current daily practice for maintaining safe sleep environments.
- Context
- The provider corrected this at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that staff with current CPR and first aid certifications are always present during operating hours?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from May 2024 noted a temporary gap in having certified staff on-site. Asking this helps parents understand how the center manages staffing schedules to ensure required certifications are always covered.
- Context
- The provider corrected this at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you monitor the outdoor play area to ensure that fencing remains secure and at the required height for the children's safety?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from May 2024 identified issues with the outdoor fencing condition. This question allows parents to learn about the center's routine maintenance and safety checks for the play area.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for keeping student health records up to date and ensuring all required medical documentation is current?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a May 2024 inspection report mention a finding regarding an outdated student health examination. This helps parents understand how the center tracks and manages important health paperwork.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that lighting in the classrooms remains sufficient for staff to supervise children effectively during nap time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from May 2024 included a finding about lighting levels during nap time. This question helps parents understand the center's approach to balancing a restful environment with the need for active supervision.
- Context
- The provider corrected this at the time of the inspection.
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