Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.1
- Local median
- 0.33
RCMA Irene M Walker Child Development Center
157 S County Road 21, Hawthorne, FL 32640
- License:
- C07PU0013
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, Head Start, VPK, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 77
- License expiration:
- January 18, 2027
Typical cost: $802 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$802/mo
Median daily rate: $37.00 (non-Gold Seal only)
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Putnam 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 16, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 16, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 10 available inspections for RCMA Irene M Walker Child Development Center from April 18, 2023 through April 16, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on December 4, 2023 and involved emergency preparedness.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Seven later inspections, from April 29, 2024 through April 16, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 10
- Recorded violations
- 1
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
10 total inspections vs 11 local median in Putnam County
Compared to 31 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 10%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 10%
- Local median
- 18%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.77
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
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain fire drill records for the months of operation for a minimum of 12 months from the date of the fire drill. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C
- Inspector notes
- A documented fire drill for the month of November was not conducted. Counselor observed and documented a fire drill on 12/4/23. It took 2:55 seconds to clear the buildings. All teachers did a head count, had their clip boards to check attendance before re-entering the building.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-09
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 walk me through your current process for ensuring fire drill records are consistently maintained and up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a December 2023 inspection show that the facility did not maintain fire drill records for the required 12-month period. This question helps clarify how the center now tracks these drills to ensure compliance.
- Context
- The issue was noted as corrected at the time of the inspection, and subsequent inspections have been clean.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families regarding your emergency preparedness plans and evacuation procedures?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a center shares its safety protocols helps families feel confident in the facility's readiness for various situations. Clear communication about these routines is a key part of a transparent partnership between parents and staff.
General question
What is your process for training new staff members on daily safety and supervision routines?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Staff training is essential for maintaining a consistent environment for children. Learning about how the team is prepared helps parents understand the center's commitment to ongoing professional development.
General question
How do you handle daily attendance tracking to ensure all children are accounted for during transitions or outdoor play?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent attendance tracking is a fundamental part of daily supervision. Discussing these methods provides insight into how the center keeps children safe throughout the day.
General question
What opportunities do you provide for parents to be involved in the center's community or provide feedback on operations?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Open channels for feedback and involvement foster a collaborative relationship between the school and families. Knowing how the center engages with parents helps determine if the environment is a good fit for your family's needs.