Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.08
- Local median
- 0.56
Ocala First Preschool, Inc
1126 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470
- License:
- C05MA0035
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- VPK, Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 4:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 209
- License expiration:
- July 30, 2027
Typical cost: $997 - $1,083 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$997 - $1,083/mo
Median daily rate: $46.00 - $50.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Marion 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 inspectionJune 22, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 22, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 12 available inspections for Ocala First Preschool, Inc from February 17, 2023 through June 22, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 21, 2023 and involved attendance accountability.
10 later inspections, from October 19, 2023 through June 22, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 12
- Recorded violations
- 1
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
4 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
12 total inspections vs 10.5 local median in 34470
Compared to 16 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 8%
- Local median
- 11%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 8%
- Local median
- 31%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 1
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
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Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [four classrooms did not take attendance for today. ].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection Counselor observed that four Teachers did not take attendance in their classroom to account for the children in their group. The Teachers completed their classroom attendance. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that the attendance should be taken as the children come into classroom. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
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
Can you describe the process your teachers use to track children's attendance throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2023 inspection noted an instance where attendance rosters were not consistently maintained for groups of children. Asking about current practices helps parents understand how the center ensures every child is accounted for during daily transitions.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection, and subsequent inspections have been clear.
Related violations
General question
How do you support your teaching staff in maintaining consistent daily routines and administrative tasks?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how leadership provides guidance to staff helps parents feel confident that classroom expectations are clear and consistently met. This approach supports a stable environment for the children.
General question
What is your center's approach to communicating with families if there is a change in classroom procedures?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication between the center and families is essential for maintaining a partnership regarding a child's care. This question helps parents understand how they will be kept informed about daily operations.
General question
How do you ensure that all staff members are fully trained on supervision and accountability protocols?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Staff training is a foundational part of maintaining a high-quality environment. Learning about these professional development efforts helps parents understand the center's commitment to consistent care standards.
General question
Could you walk me through how you monitor classroom activities to ensure that all safety and administrative requirements are being followed?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular monitoring helps ensure that center policies are put into practice every day. This question provides insight into how the director stays involved in the daily life of the classrooms.