Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.25
- Local median
- 1.03
Celebration Baptist Kinderschool
3300 Shamrock E, Tallahassee, FL 32309
- License:
- C02LE0228
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- VPK, After School, Before School, Half Day, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 305
- License expiration:
- April 1, 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 16 available inspections for Celebration Baptist Kinderschool from February 28, 2023 through April 24, 2026.
Six inspections recorded violations, with 20 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on February 26, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of March 26, 2026.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 16
- Recorded violations
- 20
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 4
6 in last 12 months
7 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
16 total inspections vs 3 local median in 32309
Compared to 10 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 4%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 38%
- Local median
- 48%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 4
- 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.
Staff training
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
October 23, 2024February 25, 2025August 20, 2025February 26, 2026Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
February 21, 2024July 9, 2024February 26, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
July 9, 2024October 23, 2024February 26, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
February 25, 2025August 20, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
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
- Report comments
- There is leave build up at the base of the 4 through 11-year-old playground and the fence is not at a minimum 4 feet height. 3.5 Outdoor Play Area F. The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level and be free from erosion or buildup to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. These areas must have at least two exits, with at least one being remote from the buildings. If an outdoor play area was approved for usage b ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 26, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-08
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not maintained in a sanitary condition and not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected following exposure to bodily fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11, B
- Report comments
- The facility is storing toys in the bathroom without been in covered bins. 3.11 Indoor Equipment B. Toys, equipment, and furnishings must be safe and maintained in a sanitary condition following a routine schedule of cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting. These items must be cleaned and sanitized or disinfected immediately or prior to another childs use if exposed to bodily fluids, such as saliva. Facilities must have a written routine schedule for cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting equipment, materials, furnishings and play areas. This schedule must include items to be cleaned, sanitized or disinfected on a daily or weekly basis. Daily indoor equipment items include but a ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 26, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
- Official code
- 31-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swings] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D
- Correction / follow-up note
- The swings on the infants and four through eleven year-old playgrounds fall zones are not maintained the soil is visible. 3.12 Outdoor Equipment D. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. 1. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leav ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 26, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
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
- Report comments
- There is a staff member 90 days past due the start of introductory training. (See supplemental) 4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry in any licensed Florida chil ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 26, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
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
- Report comments
- There is a child in care with expired Physical forms. (See supplemental) 7.2 Student Health Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Examination forms are included in the health examination.
- Correction status
- Due by March 26, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The bedding available for children in care was not cleaned and/or sanitized at least once a week, and/or before use by another child. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G
- Report comments
- 3.6.1 Bedding and Linens G. Bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens. All bedding and linens must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized at least once a week, and before use by another child. There were linens being stored in the bathroom without linen bags. The linens were removed and sent home at the time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7
- Report comments
- 4.2.7 Annual In-Service Training Upon successful completion of the 40-hour introductory training requirements, child care personnel must complete a minimum of 10 clock- hours or one CEU of in-service training annually during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. A. The annual 10 clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training concentration on children ages birth through 12 must be completed in one or more of the following areas (college level courses will be accepted): There are staff members without Inservice hours documented.
- Correction status
- Due by September 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1
- Report comments
- 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements B. It is the responsibility of the director/operator to ensure all areas and equipment of the facility are free from fire hazards, such as lint build up in heating and air vents, filters, exhaust fans, ceiling fans, and dryer vents. This includes grease build-up in ovens, stoves and food equipment. The facility vents in every classroom had a lot of dust build up. The facility director was advised of the importance of keeping the vents free from dust and lint build up.
- Correction status
- Due by March 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H
- Correction / follow-up note
- 3.6.1 Bedding and Linens H. Bedding and linens shall not be stored in the bathroom, unless stored in cabinets. There were linens being stored in the bathroom not in a sealed bag to protect from the spread of germs and bacteria. Technical Assistance: The facility director removed the items from the bathroom and to make sure all stored linens were in the large Ziplock bags were properly sealed. Corrected at time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-12
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 January 2025. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A
- Correction / follow-up note
- 3.8.4 Fire Drills A. During the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the alarm system, approved by the local fire authority, must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care. The facility did not conduct a fire drill for the month of January 2025. Corrected at time of inspection I conducted a fire drill bringing the facility back into compliance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Correction / follow-up note
- 4.2.2 Early Literacy Training Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry. Proof of completion may be documented on a certificate of course completion, classroom transcript, or diploma. Child care personnel must complete one of the following: A. One of the Departments online literacy courses available on the Departments website B. One of the Departments approved literacy c ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
No recorded violations in this 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
- There are staff members that have not completed the training. (See Supplemental)
- Correction status
- Due by November 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
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
- Report comments
- There are staff members with 90 days past due. (See Supplemental)
- Correction status
- Due by November 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7
- Report comments
- There are staff members that did not complete in-service training. (See Supplemental)
- Correction status
- Due by November 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome, the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- Report comments
- There are staff members that did not complete safe sleep and fire extinguisher. (See Supplemental)
- Correction status
- Due by November 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
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
- Report comments
- There are children with expired immunization in care at this facility. (See supplemental)
- Correction status
- Due by November 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [There are areas with sharp edges]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F
- Report comments
- 3.12 Outdoor Equipment B. All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and moving parts. Documentation of maintenance inspections must be maintained for 12 months. The large climber on the playground has some sharp edges that need immediate attention.
- Correction status
- Due by August 9, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
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
- Report comments
- 7.1 Immunization Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local county health department. Specific immunization requirements are included and detailed in the most current edition of the Immunization Guidelines-Florida Schools, Child Care Facilit ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 9, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
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
- Report comments
- 7.2 Student Health Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Examination form are included in the health examination. There are children with expired health forms. (See supplemental)
- Correction status
- Due by August 9, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- A resilient surface was not provided beneath and within the fall/use zone for [Swings, slides and climbers.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D
- Correction / follow-up note
- The mulch is on order to increase the fall zones on all playgrounds of the facility. D. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls.
- Correction status
- Due by March 6, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-06
No recorded violations in this report
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 describe the current maintenance routine for the playground surfaces and equipment to ensure they remain in good condition?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in February 2026 show that protective ground cover under the swings was not maintained. Asking about the current maintenance schedule helps clarify how the facility ensures play areas remain resilient and safe for children.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on April 24, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for ensuring that all toys and indoor equipment are cleaned and sanitized regularly, especially after being used by multiple children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from February 2026 noted concerns regarding the sanitization of indoor equipment. This question helps parents understand the current cleaning protocols and how the facility maintains a sanitary environment.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on April 24, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that the outdoor play area fencing remains secure and free from debris at the base?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from February 2026 indicate that debris buildup at the base of the fence affected its height. This question allows the director to explain the current maintenance practices for keeping the outdoor perimeter secure.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on April 24, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What system do you use to track and update student health records to ensure all required physical forms remain current?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from February 2026 show that some student health examinations were not current. This question helps parents understand how the facility manages these important health documents.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on April 24, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you monitor staff training requirements to ensure all personnel complete their introductory and annual training on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from February 2026 identified a gap in documentation for staff introductory training. Asking about the current tracking process helps parents understand how the center ensures all staff meet professional development standards.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on April 24, 2026.
Related violations