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UCP Of North Florida Inc

1239 N East Ave, Panama City, FL 32401

License:
C14BA0522
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 14, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
83
License expiration:
August 8, 2026
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 inspectionMarch 16, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 16, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 16 available inspections for UCP Of North Florida Inc from March 9, 2023 through March 16, 2026.

Six inspections recorded violations, with 19 recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on February 28, 2025 and involved staff training, with a due date of March 28, 2025.

Staff-to-child ratio was a higher-concern topic that showed up in two inspections.

Four later inspections, from March 17, 2025 through March 16, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
16

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
19

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
3

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
4

Last 36 months

Local comparison

16 total inspections vs 7 local median in 32401

Compared to 21 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.19
Local median
0.33

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
13%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
38%
Local median
33%

Repeated topics

This provider
4
Local average
0.57

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

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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 on-site inspection, counselor observed that not all staff had begun required introductory childcare 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 fr ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 28, 2025
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-03
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
During the on-site file review, counselor observed that not all staff had a current child abuse reporting form signed annually. Personnel Records T/A: CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 62 hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel. Corrected - staff members signed a current child abuse reporting form during the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-04
View official report
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The facilitys refrigerator and/or freezer does not have an appropriate thermometer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
During the on-site inspection, counselor observed that 2 classroom(preschool) refrigerators that store food, milk/juice were missing thermometers to measure storage temperatures. Food storage T/A: Refrigerators/freezers: 1. An accurate thermometer designed to measure cold storage temperature must be placed inside each refrigeration and freezer unit. Thermometers in refrigerators must show a reading of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below, and thermometers in freezers must show a reading of 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below. The thermometer must be located in the center of the unit and be readily accessible. Thermometer temperature readings higher than specified above require further te ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by December 10, 2024
More details
Report section
FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-23
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
During the on-site file review, counselor observed that 3 children enrolled since the last on-site inspection, were missing a current health physical for review. 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 the health examination. If the c ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by December 10, 2024
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
During the on-site file review, counselor observed that not all staff had a completed file for review. T/A: Personnel Records Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority and must include: A. A complete employment application with the required statement pursuant to Section 402.3055(1)(b), F.S. B. Documentation of position and date of employment. C. CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before Child Care Facility Handbook P ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by December 10, 2024
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-01
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Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
Correction / follow-up note
During the file review, counselor observed that not all staff had completed the required fire extinguisher training within 30 days of hire. T/A: Fire Extinguisher Training All childcare personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. The facility must maintain documentation that all childcare personnel have completed training. Corrected - email verification from provider, training completed before the inspection was uploaded.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-09
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Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
During the inspection of the play area, counselor observed that some of the exterior fence post with exposed concrete around the bottom could pose a potential safety hazard. T/A: General health and safety requirements Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Provider will cover base of fence posts that have exposed concrete due to soil washing away.
Correction status
Due by April 23, 2024
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-06
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Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [10] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
1/10 - 1's, 2's and 3's -final count, 1/6, 1's, 2's 1/14 - 3's, 4's - final count 1/18, mixed age 3's, and 4's, majority 4's 1/4 - infants/toddlers 2 additional staff on site - L. Raciappa, J. Clayton both other personnel During the inspection, counselor observed that there was a ratio of 1/10 with a mixed age group containing 1's. The ratio for 1's is 1/6 at all times. T/A: Ratios/mixed age group: In groups of mixed age ranges, where children one year of age but under two years of age are included, one childcare personnel must be responsible for no more than six children of any age group, at all times. Corrected during the inspection, provider moved four 3-year-olds to anoth ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, counselor observed that areas throughout the facility were in need of cleaning, and decluttering. Classrooms, toys, children's furniture, garbage can lids, inside refrigerators in the classrooms, underneath cabinets. T/A:
Correction status
Due by December 6, 2023
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Frozen food was not [ labeled by date and type]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.2 and 3.
Correction / follow-up note
During the on-site inspection, counselor observed that leftover frozen food did not have the date stored. Food storage T/A: Opened packages of perishable or leftover food items must be properly covered or sealed in containers or bags, labeled with the date, and properly stored and discarded within seven calendar days. Corrected, provider dated leftover food items.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-24
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
During the inspection, counselor observed that the changing mat in the one-year-old classroom did not have an impermeable surface as the mat was torn. Diapering Requirements T/A: When children in diapers are in care, there must be a diaper changing area with an impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. Provider will provide a changing mat with an impermeable surface for diaper changing.
Correction status
Due by December 6, 2023
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-06
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child Care personnel, who were not in compliance with training requirements when they left the industry, did not complete required training and any new mandated training before returning to the industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.3, B
Inspector notes
During the on-site inspection, counselor observed that a staff member who left the childcare industry did not complete required training prior to re-employment. T/A: Break in service In the event an individual leaves the child care industry not in compliance with the training requirements and returns to the industry either at the same or a different child care facility, he or she must comply with the training requirements described in this section, as well as any new training requirements that may have been added during the gap in employment in the child care industry prior to re-employment Provider will have staff member complete required childcare training.
Correction status
Due by December 6, 2023
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-05
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7
Report comments
Provider is currently on provisional status, citation on this inspection as this is the first onsite visit since the director credentials expired. T/A: Director Credential Section 402.305(2)(g), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. Every applicant for a license to operate a child care facility or a license for a change of ownership of a child care facility must document that the facility director has an active Director Credential prior to issuance of the license. An applicant for the Director Credential must meet the requirements referenced in CFFSP Form 5290, Florida Child Care and Education Program Director Credential and Renewal Application ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by January 17, 2024
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
Official code
34-04
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus annually during the months of August through September in that [provider did not have documentation that information was provided to parents.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.4. Record Keeping [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
During the inspection, counselor observed that The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus annually during the months of August through September in that [ provider did not have documentation that information was provided to parents. T/A: Enrollment Information Annually, during the months of August and September, the child care facility must provide parents/guardians of children enrolled in the facility with information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus. To assist providers, the Department ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
Official code
43-06
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [provider has no documentation that parents received information regarding distracted adults.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5.
Correction / follow-up note
During the inspection, counselor observed that The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [ provider has no documentation that parents received information regarding distracted adults. T/A: Enrollment Information Annually, in the months of April and September, the child care facility must provide parents/guardians of the children enrolled in the facility with information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a chi ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
Official code
43-10
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, counselor observed that new personnel did not have a child abuse and neglect form on file for review. T/A: Personnel Records CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 62 hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel. Provider will have new staff complete a child abuse and neglect form. Provider states 8 staff on file. Files reviewed and updated in CARES2.
Correction status
Due by December 6, 2023
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-04
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, counselor observed that new staff member did not have a 5131 Background screening and personnel file requirement form on file. T/A: Background screening documents Each personnel record must have a completed CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in paragraph 65C-22.001(7)(b), F.A.C. Provider will have new staff complete a background screening and personnel file requirements form for review.
Correction status
Due by December 6, 2023
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-01
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Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [11] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 3, numbers 1 9) General Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
During the onsite inspection, counselor observed that in a class with mixed ages with one-year-old's in the class that would bring the ratio down to 1/6 but the ratio was 1/11. Ratios; T/A: In groups of mixed age ranges, where children one year of age but under two years of age are included, one child care personnel must be responsible for no more than six children of any age group, at all times. Corrected during the inspection: another teacher came in and the classrooms were separated so that all the classrooms were within ratio. 1/4 - infants 1/5 - 1's, 2's 1/6 - 2's and 3's 1/15 - 3's, 4's, 5'
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01
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 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
During the onsite inspection, counselor observed that all the safety handrails in both bathrooms, were starting to rust. General Health and Safety T/A: All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards. Provider will remove rust from the safety handrails in both bathrooms.
Correction status
Due by August 4, 2023
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02

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

What steps do you take to ensure that staff-to-child ratios are consistently maintained throughout the day, especially during transitions or mixed-age group times?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report previously noted a concern regarding staff-to-child ratios. This question allows the director to explain the current supervision practices used to keep ratios in line with state requirements at all times.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you track and manage the training requirements for new hires to ensure they are completed on time?

Why ask this
Why ask this
The available inspection records show that staff training documentation has been a repeated topic across multiple reports. Understanding the current system for tracking these requirements provides insight into how the center supports staff development and compliance.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your process for ensuring that all children have their required health examination forms on file shortly after they enroll?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate an instance where health physicals were missing for some newly enrolled children. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks and secures necessary health documentation for all students.
Related violations
Finding-specific

Can you walk me through your current process for maintaining and updating staff personnel records?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that maintaining complete personnel files has been an area of focus in past inspections. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center ensures all required documentation is kept up to date for every staff member.
Related violations
General question

How do you communicate with families about daily routines and any changes in classroom procedures?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Establishing a clear line of communication between the center and families is essential for a smooth transition and ongoing partnership. This question helps parents understand how the provider keeps families informed about what is happening in the classroom.