Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.5
- Local median
- 0.58
Creative Kids Academy Of Callaway
117A N Highway 22 a, Panama City, FL 32404
- License:
- C14BA0058
- 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, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:15PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 39
- License expiration:
- May 11, 2027
Typical cost: $1,127 - $1,174 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,127 - $1,174/mo
Median daily rate: $52.00 - $54.20
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Bay 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 2, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 2, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 12 available inspections for Creative Kids Academy Of Callaway from April 14, 2023 through April 2, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with six recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on December 10, 2025 and involved staff training, with a due date of January 9, 2026.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Two later inspections, from January 12, 2026 through April 2, 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
- 6
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 0
4 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
12 total inspections vs 7.5 local median in 32404
Compared to 10 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 14%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 25%
- Local median
- 35%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- 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.
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
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Inspector notes
- During the onsite file review, counselor observed that a staff member had not begun the introductory child care training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. T/A: 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 9, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the onsite inspection, counselor observed that a staff member had not completed the preservice training requirement within 90 days of employment. T/A Preservice Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section, as applicable. All child care personnel must complete these preservice training requirements within 90 days of initial employment with any School Readiness provider. This timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another School Readiness provider within this initial 90 days. Personnel who have not completed all preservice training requirements are not allowed any unsupervised conta ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 9, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- A Volunteer Acknowledgement (Form CF-FSP 5217) was not on file prior to volunteering. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the file review, counselor observed that a volunteer on site did not have a completed volunteer acknowledgement form on file. T/A: Personnel Records Prior to beginning volunteering in a child care facility, a CF-FSP 5217, Volunteer Acknowledgment which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(e), F.A.C., and may be obtained from the Departments website www.myflfamilies.com/childcare, must be completed and on file at the child care facility for the volunteer. Written documentation of volunteer hours must be maintained at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority The volunteer listed on the supplemental completed a v ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-05
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: 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
- Inspector notes
- During the onsite file review, counselor observed that not all staff had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the childcare industry. T/A: 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Provider stated 28 children are enrolled, all files were monitored. During the onsite file review, counselor observed that not all children enrolled did not have a immunization record on file . T/A: 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 65C- 22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Provider stated 28 children are enrolled, all files were monitored. During the onsite file review, counselor observed that not all children enrolled did not have a immunization record on file. T/A: 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 t ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
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 process you use to ensure all staff members are fully trained and have completed their required coursework?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a December 2025 inspection noted that a staff member had not completed required preservice training within the expected timeframe. Asking about the current training process helps clarify how the center monitors these requirements for all personnel.
- Context
- The facility was given a correction due date of 1/9/2026 for this finding, and a later inspection on 4/2/2026 did not note any violations.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you track and manage staff training timelines to ensure everyone remains up to date with their professional requirements?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from December 2025 indicated that documentation for introductory training was missing for some staff. This question allows the director to explain the current system for maintaining accurate training records.
- Context
- The facility was given a correction due date of 1/9/2026 for this finding, and a later inspection on 4/2/2026 did not note any violations.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for ensuring all student health and immunization records are complete and up to date upon enrollment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2023 showed that some student health and immunization forms were missing at that time. Understanding the current administrative process for managing these documents helps parents feel confident about enrollment requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you verify that all volunteers have the necessary documentation on file before they begin helping in the classroom?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an August 2025 inspection noted an instance where a volunteer acknowledgment form was not on file. Asking about the current procedure for volunteers helps clarify how the center maintains compliance with personnel documentation.
- Context
- This issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question
What steps do you take to communicate with families if there are changes to classroom staffing or daily routines?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication between the center and families is essential for maintaining a supportive environment. This question helps parents understand how the facility keeps families informed about daily operations and staff consistency.