Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.58
- Local median
- 0.17
Imagination Station Child Development Center Chipley INC
983 Main St, Chipley, FL 32428
- License:
- C14WS0083
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 127
- License expiration:
- September 28, 2026
Typical cost: Not available for Washington County.
Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionApril 15, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 15, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 12 available inspections for Imagination Station Child Development Center Chipley INC from January 19, 2023 through April 15, 2026.
Six inspections recorded violations, with seven recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on February 20, 2026 and involved supervision.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 12
- Recorded violations
- 7
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 2
4 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
12 total inspections vs 5.5 local median in 32428
Compared to 8 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 17%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 8%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 0.25
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
January 25, 2024April 16, 2024Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
January 25, 2024September 20, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- A child was not adequately supervised and left the facility premises without child care personnel supervision. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, B General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Child exited the building and walked to the end of the parking lot where he was located by his parent. 2.4.1 General Supervision Requirements A. Child care personnel must position themselves in the outdoor play area so that all children can be observed and directly supervised. B. Child care personnel must be assigned to provide direct supervision to a specific group of children and be with that group of children at all times. Children must never be left without child care personnel supervision inside or outside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-03
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- A spray bottle of air freshener was left on bathroom counter in the 2's hallway. Staff moved into a high shelf in cabinet. All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, and other potentially dangerous hazards, must be stored in a locked area or must be inaccessible and out of a childs reach at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A safety deficiency having a moderate potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Upon entry to the infant room, counselor observed a pair of air pods charging in a low outlet on the floor within reach on an infant. Staff picked up air pods and charging cord, then replaced the safety cover on the outlet.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed several gallons of milk in the after school fridge that were expired. Staff discarded expired milk. Stored food must be consumed or discarded on or before the expiration dates listed by the manufacturer.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The toileting facility did not have: [ soap] , and within the reach of children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, H Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- The following classrooms did not have hand soap available: school age, 3's, 4/5's Staff replaced soap in classrooms. Running water, soap, trash receptacles, toilet paper, and disposable towels or hand drying machines that are properly installed and maintained must be available and within reach of children using the bathroom.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-14
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B
- Report comments
- Two expired gallons of milk were not discarded. Staff discarded milk. Stored food must be consumed or discarded on or before the expiration dates listed by the manufacturer.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Soiled disposable diapers were not disposed of in a plastic-lined, securely covered container. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, J Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- Soiled or wet disposable diapers must be disposed of in a plastic lined, securely covered container that is not accessible to the children. The container must be emptied, cleaned and sanitized or disinfected, at least, daily. Back 2's classroom- there was a pullup in the bathroom trashcan without a lid. Staff took trash out.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-10
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 current procedures in place to ensure children are always directly supervised while in the outdoor play area?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an inspection in February 2026 regarding a child leaving the premises without supervision. This question helps understand the steps taken to ensure staff maintain constant, direct oversight of children at all times.
- Context
- The issue was noted as corrected at the time of the inspection, and a subsequent inspection in April 2026 did not note this concern.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What measures are taken to ensure that cleaning supplies and other potentially hazardous materials are kept inaccessible to children throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from May 2025 noted an instance where cleaning supplies were accessible. This question allows the director to explain the current storage protocols for keeping hazardous items out of reach.
- Context
- The issue was noted as corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center monitor and manage the storage of food items to ensure they are fresh and used within their expiration dates?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2024 show multiple instances where expired food items were found in storage. This question helps clarify the current process for checking and discarding food to maintain health standards.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the daily routine for checking that essential supplies like hand soap are always available in all classrooms and bathrooms?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from 2024 indicate that hand soap was not available in certain classrooms during an inspection. This question helps parents understand how the facility ensures that basic hygiene necessities are consistently stocked.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families about daily activities and any changes to classroom routines?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication helps families stay informed about their child's day and the center's operational practices. Understanding how the provider shares information can help determine if the center's communication style is a good fit for your family.