Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.17
- Local median
- 0.67
Tella's Children Preschool Inc
12124 SE Highway 464, Ocklawaha, FL 32179
- License:
- C05MA0046
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 60
- License expiration:
- March 14, 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 1, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 1, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 12 available inspections for Tella's Children Preschool Inc from February 1, 2023 through June 1, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with two recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on October 17, 2025 and involved equipment or readiness.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Three later inspections, from October 29, 2025 through June 1, 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
- 2
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 0
4 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
12 total inspections vs 10 local median in Marion County
Compared to 105 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 13%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 8%
- Local median
- 33%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 1.26
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
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
- 2 year old has chipped paint by the back door. Wood post on the back porch has red paint pealing off.
- Correction status
- Due by November 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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 [Broken kitchen play sets.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- Both kitchen play sets was broken. Owner threw away at the time of inspection. TA was provided to repaint the top of the swing due to paint pealing off.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
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
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 tell me about your current process for maintaining outdoor play equipment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from October 2025 noted that some play equipment was not in good condition and needed to be removed. Asking about the current maintenance schedule helps parents understand how the center ensures equipment remains in good shape for daily use.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you handle routine building repairs and upkeep to ensure the facility stays in good condition?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an October 2025 inspection identified areas of the facility that were not in good repair, specifically regarding chipped or peeling paint. This question allows the director to explain their approach to ongoing facility maintenance and how they address wear and tear.
- Context
- The facility was inspected in June 2026 with no issues identified.
Related violations
General question
What is your approach to daily supervision of children during outdoor play?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how staff monitor children during active play times helps parents feel confident about the level of engagement and oversight provided throughout the day.
General question
How do you communicate with families regarding the daily routines and activities for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication about daily schedules and classroom activities helps parents stay informed and supports a collaborative relationship between home and the preschool.
General question
What training do your staff members receive regarding safety and emergency preparedness?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about staff training programs provides insight into how the center prepares its team to manage the environment and respond effectively to the needs of the children.