Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.4
- Local median
- 0.48
Early Childhood Professional Development Center
500 Appleyard Dr Bldg 1, Tallahassee, FL 32304
- License:
- C02LE0236
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 220
- License expiration:
- May 31, 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 28, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 28, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 15 available inspections for Early Childhood Professional Development Center from January 27, 2023 through April 28, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with six recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on April 21, 2026 and involved facility condition, with a due date of May 21, 2026.
Hazardous access was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
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
- 15
- Recorded violations
- 6
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 1
5 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
15 total inspections vs 9 local median in 32304
Compared to 10 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 7%
- Local median
- 7%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 27%
- Local median
- 28%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.9
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
April 21, 2025April 21, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A health deficiency having a moderate potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- There appears to be termite activity present under the covered patio area utilized by the infants for outdoor time. Evidence of activity was observed on both the walls and the flooring of the area. H. Pest control must not take place while rooms are occupied by children. Child care providers must adopt an integrated pest management program to ensure long-term, environmentally sound pest suppression through a range of practices including pest exclusion, sanitation and clutter control, and elimination of conditions that are conducive to pest infestations.
- Correction status
- Due by May 21, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-04
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- There were sippy cups in the refrigerator of the one-year-old classroom not labeled with children names. The teacher immediately labeled the cups at the time of inspection. 3.9.5 Food Handling B. Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the climber is not 6 inches in depth] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The climber on the playground does not have 6 inches of mulch. 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 leaves are unsuitable for use in the use zone area.
- Correction status
- Due by February 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- 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 exhaust vent in the sensory room bathroom is hanging from the ceiling and needs repair.
- Correction status
- Due by May 21, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I
- Inspector notes
- Licensing counselor observed electrical outlet without cover in 1yr and 2yr old children. At the time of inspection cover was placed in the electrical outlet
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [signature of parent/guardian]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing counselor observed incident notification did not include signature of parent/guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C Documentation must include the name of the affected party, date and time of the occurrence, description of the occurrence, actions taken and by whom, and appropriate signatures of program child care personnel and the custodial parent or legal guardian. Program child care personnel signatures may include the director/child care personnel that witnessed the incident, who were involved in the incident, and/or responded to the childs needs.
- Correction status
- Due by February 27, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-05
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 current process for ensuring that electrical outlets are properly covered and safe for children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection report note an instance where an electrical outlet cover was not in place. Asking about the current process helps parents understand how the facility maintains these safety features on a daily basis.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage facility maintenance and pest control to ensure all areas remain clean and well-maintained?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that sanitation and facility condition topics have appeared in more than one report. This question allows the director to explain the steps taken to keep the environment in good repair and address any concerns promptly.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your routine for checking playground equipment to ensure it remains safe and properly maintained for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted a finding regarding the maintenance of ground cover under playground equipment. Asking about the current maintenance schedule helps parents understand how the facility ensures outdoor play areas stay safe.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you explain how your staff tracks and labels personal items like bottles or sippy cups to ensure they are used correctly?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate a past finding where items were not properly labeled. This question helps parents understand the current system for managing personal belongings in the classroom.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does your team ensure that all required documentation, such as incident reports, is completed and signed correctly?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An inspection report noted a finding where an incident notification was missing a required signature. Asking about the current documentation process helps parents understand how the facility maintains accurate and complete records.
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