Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.33
- Local median
- 0.65
Inez Martin Child Care Center
1100 Varela St, Key West, FL 33040
- License:
- C16MO0012
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, Food Served, Full Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 5:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 157
- License expiration:
- December 31, 2026
Typical cost: $1,083 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,083/mo
Median daily rate: $50.00 (non-Gold Seal only)
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Monroe 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 10, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsDecember 5, 2025
Summary
This summary covers 12 available inspections for Inez Martin Child Care Center from April 20, 2023 through April 10, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with four recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on April 10, 2026 and involved health or food records.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 12
- Recorded violations
- 4
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 1
3 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
12 total inspections vs 4.5 local median in 33040
Compared to 16 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 8%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 17%
- Local median
- 35%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.81
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.
July 26, 2024April 10, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Facility served catered food but did not have a copy of caterers license or permit. CCF Handbook, Section 7, B.15. Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing specialist observed Facility served catered food but did not have a copy of caterers license or permit. Fixed at the time of inspection when provider gained a copy of the caterer license. T.A. Each of the records described in this section must be maintained at the program location and must be available during the hours of operation for review by the licensing authority: Copy of license or permit for caterers.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 27 - Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources
- Official code
- 27-01
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: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing specialist observed expired immunization record for children listed in the supplemental sheet. T.A. 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 from the local county health department. Specific immunization requirements are included and detailed in the m ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing specialist observed incomplete file for recently hired staff. Please see supplemental for details. T.A. 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 hire date and annually thereafter by all c ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-01
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
- Licensing specialist Observed Missing 5131 form, please see supplemental for more details. T.A. Background screening documentation must be maintained for all child care personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which includes household members if the facility is located in or adjacent to the home of the operator. Background screening documentation must be on-site and available for the licensing authority to review. A. 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. B. CF Form 1649A, Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character, ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-01
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 explain the current process for maintaining complete background screening documentation for all staff members?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from July 2024 noted that required background screening forms were not on file for all employees. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center ensures all personnel records are complete and up to date.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that all required permits and licenses for food providers are kept on-site and current?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an April 2026 inspection indicate that the facility did not have a copy of the caterer's permit available at the time. This question helps parents understand how the center manages its food service documentation.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage the tracking and renewal of health and immunization records for the children in your care?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that health and food record documentation has been a topic of discussion in multiple reports. Asking about the current tracking system provides insight into how the center keeps these important files organized.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your approach to maintaining organized and accessible personnel files for all staff members?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from July 2024 noted that some personnel records were incomplete or not available for review. This question allows the director to explain the current administrative practices for staff recordkeeping.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families about daily routines and any changes to center policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a center shares information helps families feel connected to their child's daily experience. Consistent communication is a key part of a well-functioning childcare environment.