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Into The Woods Playschool

8551 Buck Lake Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32317

License:
C02LE0067
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 13, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
Half Day
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 8:30AM to 1:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
33
License expiration:
September 2, 2026
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 inspectionMay 4, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 4, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 11 available inspections for Into The Woods Playschool from April 18, 2023 through May 4, 2026.

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

The most recent recorded violation was on December 9, 2024 and involved health or food records.

Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.

Four later inspections, from April 8, 2025 through May 4, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
11

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
4

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

11 total inspections vs 3 local median in 32317

Compared to 9 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.36
Local median
1.54

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
9%
Local median
28%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
18%
Local median
50%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.89

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: Health or food records
Report finding
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1
Correction / follow-up note
FSC observed (4) Florida Certificate of immunizations were not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired) ] . CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Corrected prior to uploading. See supplemental.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
Correction / follow-up note
Staff on supplemental did not initiate 40-hr ICCT. See supplemental. Corrective action needed.
Correction status
Due by May 9, 2024
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-03
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C
Correction / follow-up note
Staff on supplemental Child abuse form was expired. Corrective action needed. FSC partially reviewed staff files in office. At time of inspection, FSC 2 reviewed staff files. There are 4 staff employed at facility.
Correction status
Due by May 9, 2024
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-04
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K
Correction / follow-up note
Staff on supplemental needs an end date in the clearinghouse. Corrective action needed.
Correction status
Due by May 9, 2024
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-09

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 process you use to keep staff background screening information up to date in the state system?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an April 2024 inspection show a finding regarding the maintenance of the facility's personnel roster in the state clearinghouse system.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you track and manage immunization records to ensure they remain current for all children enrolled?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from December 2024 noted that some immunization forms on file were expired, though the matter was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps do you take to ensure new staff members complete their required introductory training within the expected timeframe?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from April 2024 indicate a finding regarding documentation for staff introductory training requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you maintain and organize personnel files to ensure all required annual forms are signed and up to date?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an April 2024 inspection report show a finding related to the completeness of personnel records, specifically regarding annual reporting forms.
Related violations
General question

What is your approach to communicating with parents about daily routines and any changes in classroom activities?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Regular communication helps parents stay informed about their child's daily experiences and ensures that families and staff are aligned on care expectations.