Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.75
- Local median
- 1.54
Leon County Schools - Chaires Elementary - EDEP
4774 Chaires Cross Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32317
- License:
- E02LE0032
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Exempt
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, Food Served
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 262
- License expiration:
- Not found
Typical cost: $1,001 - $1,343 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,001 - $1,343/mo
Median daily rate: $46.19 - $62.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Leon County data.
Not this provider’s price.
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 27, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsNovember 13, 2024
Summary
This summary covers four available inspections for Leon County Schools - Chaires Elementary - EDEP from April 9, 2024 through April 27, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with seven recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 27, 2026 and involved background screening.
That higher-concern topic showed up in three inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 4
- Recorded violations
- 7
- Higher-concern violations
- 5
- Repeated topics
- 2
1 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
4 total inspections vs 3 local median in 32317
Compared to 9 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 75%
- Local median
- 28%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 75%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 0.89
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Background screening
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
April 9, 2024April 8, 2025April 27, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
April 9, 2024April 27, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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]
- Report comments
- There is a staff member that have not completed the SR pre-service training at the facility. (See supplemental)
- Correction status
- Due by May 27, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, staff files contained incorrect AGMC documentation. Prior to uploading the inspection, the facility manager submitted the required documents via email, bringing the facility into compliance. (See supplemental)
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 44-06
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ every five years after the initial screening.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Background screening came back cleared prior to uploading this inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 44-07
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Program personnel did not complete training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children, or if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the program. (Section 18.1) Training [SR]
- Report comments
- There are several staff members that have not completed the training requirements.
- Correction status
- Due by May 9, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 27 - Training Requirements (Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 38-41)
- Official code
- 27-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of completed Background Screening and personnel file requirements was not on file for the operator, program personnel, volunteers or substitutes. (Section 19.5, number 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- There is no documentation of BGS on several staff members in file. (See supplemental)
- Correction status
- Due by April 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Background Screening Documents (Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 19.5 Record Keeping/Background Screening, Pages 44-45)
- Official code
- 38-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 screening clearance from DCF was either incomplete or missing for the operator, program personnel, volunteers or substitutes. (Section 19.5, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- There are several files missing BGS. (See supplemental)
- Correction status
- Due by April 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Background Screening Documents (Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 19.5 Record Keeping/Background Screening, Pages 44-45)
- Official code
- 38-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Rescreening was not completed every five years after the initial screening. (Section 19.5, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- There is a staff member that was suppose to be rescreened from last inspection in 2023, still have not been rescreened. (See Supplemental)
- Correction status
- Due by April 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Background Screening Documents (Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 19.5 Record Keeping/Background Screening, Pages 44-45)
- Official code
- 38-06
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 ensuring all staff members have their required background screening documentation completed and up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from recent inspections indicate instances where background screening documentation was incomplete or required updates. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center maintains accurate records for all personnel.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that all new staff members complete their required training before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted that some staff members had not completed required training before starting their duties. This question allows the director to explain the current onboarding and training verification procedures.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center track and manage staff training requirements to ensure everyone stays current with their certifications?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that training completion has been a topic of concern in multiple reports. Understanding the center's tracking system provides insight into how they manage ongoing staff development.
Related violations
General question
What is your process for verifying that all staff files are complete and ready for review at any time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Maintaining organized and complete personnel files is essential for regulatory compliance and operational readiness. This question helps families understand the administrative oversight at the center.
General question
How do you communicate with families about staff changes or updates to the classroom team?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication about staffing helps parents feel connected to the people caring for their children. Learning about these practices offers insight into the center's transparency and family engagement style.