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Leon County Schools - Kate Sullivan Elementary School - EDEP

927 Miccosukee Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32308

License:
E02LE0034
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Exempt
Records checked:
July 13, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness
Hours:
Mon-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
150
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

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 inspectionJune 4, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 4, 2026

Summary

This summary covers six available inspections for Leon County Schools - Kate Sullivan Elementary School - EDEP from April 11, 2024 through June 4, 2026.

Three inspections recorded violations, with five recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on April 30, 2026 and involved emergency preparedness.

Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.

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
6

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
5

3 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

6 total inspections vs 12 local median in 32308

Compared to 23 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.83
Local median
0.75

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
17%
Local median
17%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
50%
Local median
47%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
Local average
0.91

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.

View official report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [No fire drill was conducted September, December, January or february]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of inspection, the facilitys fire drill logs were reviewed and found to be missing documentation for the months of September, December, January, and February of the current licensing year. Technical assistance conducted: Corrected at the time of inspection. I advised the facility manager that during the 10-month school year, the facility is required to conduct a total of 10 drills, including 8 fire drills and 2 emergency preparedness drills. Of the emergency preparedness drills, one may be a weather- related drill and the other a lockdown drill.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-06
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 (Section 3.3) Training [SR]
Report comments
Monitored 2024-2025 Inservice training at the time of inspection. There are staff members that have not completed 10hrs. of Inservice training from the 2024-2025 fiscal year. (See supplemental)
Correction status
Due by June 1, 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]
Report comments
There are 2 staff members that have not completed SR training. (See Supplemental)
Correction status
Due by June 1, 2026
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-07
View official report
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
C. A copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 screening, generated from the Clearinghouse must be on record for each personnel. If awaiting Out-of-State criminal history results, a copy of the DCF email informing of the individuals eligibility for a provisional hire status must be in the personnel file. There was a staff member present without the clearinghouse background screening clearance completed. (See Supplemental)
Correction status
Due by April 9, 2025
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
44-02
View official 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
3.2 Training Courses A. Notwithstanding the exemption from completing child care training based on educational credentials or passing of competency examinations per s. 402.305(2), F.S., all child care personnel must successfully complete at least one of these trainings: 1. Licensed School Readiness providers must complete, and any other School Readiness provider type may complete, the DCF-approved online or in-person child care training courses as evidenced by successful completion of the competency examination offered by DCF or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Information on training course access and availability can be found on the Depar ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by May 11, 2024
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 27 - Training Requirements (Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 38-41)
Official code
27-02

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 does the center take to ensure that all required background screening documentation is on file and up to date for every staff member?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from March 2025 noted an instance where documentation for a staff member's background screening was missing. This question allows you to understand the center's current record-keeping practices for maintaining compliance with screening requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific

Could you describe the current process for ensuring all staff members complete their required preservice training before they begin working with children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an April 2026 inspection indicate that some personnel had not completed required training before having contact with children. Asking about current procedures helps clarify how the center tracks and verifies that all staff are fully trained before they start their roles.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you manage the schedule for monthly fire and emergency drills to ensure all required documentation is completed throughout the school year?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from April 2026 show that some required fire drill documentation was missing for certain months. Asking about their scheduling process helps you see how they stay organized with these safety requirements.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your process for tracking annual in-service training hours to ensure every staff member meets the state requirements by the end of the fiscal year?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from April 2026 show that some staff had not completed their required annual in-service training hours. This question helps you understand how the center monitors and supports ongoing staff professional development.
Related violations
General question

How does the center communicate with parents regarding daily routines and any changes in staffing or supervision?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Consistent communication helps families stay informed about the daily environment and who is caring for their children. Understanding how the center shares this information can help you feel more connected to your child's daily experience.